As a young Black man in the 1950s, Wayne Edmonds encountered his share of institutional racism - whether as the first Black football player at Notre Dame or a financial official with the United Mine Workers. Edmonds held fast onto his goal to promote inclusivity and diversity wherever he went. He was 88 when he passed last week.
Wayne Edmonds, a versatile two-way player who in 1952 became the first Black player top play football for Notre Dame University, sealed his legacy not only as a bruising blocker for the Fighting Irish, eventually
attracting the attention of the Pittsburgh Steelers, he paved the way for other Black players, breaking down barriers and shining light on critical social issues of his time. Photo courtesy of Notre Dame University
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