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Do you recognize anyone in this photo? It comes from the archives of The Afro American Newspaper and was taken in 1933 when the paper held a skate contest in Baltimore, Maryland. They young men/boys pictured were contestants.
(credit: The Afro American)
If you recognize any of these individuals, contact webeditor@afro.com.
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A long-time San Francisco skater was featured in a recent San Francisco Examiner article. Somewhat of a roller skating activist, David Miles is involved in a campaign to establish a year round skate park in the California city. Read more in “Godfather of Skating Still Rolling.”
David Miles, Jr. skating in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. (photo credit: San Francisco Examiner)
Get more info on Golden Gate Park’s Skatin’ Place.
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This is not news to avid skaters but the skating rink is a good place for an inexpensive date and an enjoyable time, according to an article which recently appeared in The Detroit News. Read “Roller Skating Isn’t Just for Kids.”
(photo credit: Detroit News)
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Boston Celtics player Rajon Rondo loves to roller skate and, once again, his love for the rink has led to him being featured in a news article. Read “Rolling With Rajon Rondo,” published by NBA.com.
Rondo helping a young skater at one of his community service events. (Photo credit: Boston Celtics/NBA)
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