All About Jackie Robinson

EARLY LIFE

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 Early Life 

Jackie Robinson was born in 1919 in Cairo, Georgia. When he was a kid, he was good at playing football, basketball, baseball and running track. Jackie Robinson also showed good sportsmanship.

-Juan T.


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High School and College

In high school Jackie Robinson ran on the track team. He also joined the football, basketball, and baseball teams. In college, Jackie again played on four sports teams. He became known as one of the coolest players in the country.

-Auldwin



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The Negro Leagues

Jackie Robinson joined the Negro Leagues in 1945. He played for the Kansas City Monarchs team.  He stopped playing for this team when he was able to join the Major Leagues.

-Caleb and Grace


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