The Black Three
The Black Three by Gene Skipworth, published by Authors’ Tranquility Press on March 14, 2024, is a thought-provoking exploration of race and identity in a small town. Set in Grayville, TN, a former ‘sundown town,’ the narrative follows a Black doctor who moves to the area with his three sons, who are also talented basketball players. This edition, consisting of 220 pages, delves into the historical context of the town’s racial dynamics and the challenges faced by the family as they navigate a community with a legacy of exclusion.
Readers will find a detailed account of the brothers’ experiences as they confront ingrained prejudices while striving for success in high school basketball. The story highlights the intersection of sports, family, and social issues, providing insight into the complexities of growing up in a town with a troubled past. Through the lens of politics and social sciences, The Black Three offers a nuanced perspective on the impact of cultural history on contemporary life, making it a relevant addition to discussions about race and community in America.
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Prior to the mid-sixties, Grayville, TN, was one of twenty-four ‘sundown towns.’ A ‘sundown town’ was a town that had a sign on the outskirts stating, ‘Negros are not allowed in the city limits after sundown.’ Very few Black individuals lived in Grayville, and the high school rarely had Black students.
In August of 2020, a Black doctor relocated to Grayville from Weston, Ohio, to be near his adoptive white parents residing in the Homeland Retirement Center in Pleasant Hill. Grayville had never had a Black basketball player; now, it boasts three. The doctor has three sons:
Joseph, a 6′ 9″ senior, and his twin brothers, Samuel and David, both 6′ 6″ juniors. The three brothers led Weston to the Ohio State basketball championship. Despite this success, the Cox County youth had grown up with ‘culturally absorbed prejudice.’ This is the challenge the three Black players encountered.
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