Inez Patterson's impact on swimming for Black girls in Philadelphia

Inez Patterson, a trailblazer in swimming, integrated pools and encouraged Black girls to swim in Philadelphia during the 1920s. While attending Temple University, Patterson resisted segregation by insisting on practicing alongside her white teammates. Her contributions included starting the 'Girls in Sports' column to inspire young Black swimmers and integrating Temple’s swim team. Patterson's legacy reflects significant strides toward greater inclusivity in sports, especially for women of color.

• 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Nearly 100 years ago, Philadelphia’s Inez Patterson integrated pools and encouraged other Black girls to swim too