1 10 18 https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/b6efb63d904dfe5cb7847537b900f993.png c772d6ff899b404ca032081902662eb4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Englewood Golf Club (sports) https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/347c09432bd07d8f4af9a0269d511211.png 742244df4f85437194a1a57148d74c5c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gibson, Althea Description An account of the resource <a href="https://www.lpga.com/news/2020/2020-pioneer-althea-gibson-an-almost-forgotten-figure-in-two-sports">Althea Gibson</a> - first black member of Englewood Golf Club- Jerry Volpe supported her Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource staff photographer at New York World Telegram and Sun. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Library of Congress Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1956 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/700bb210370291321b6ff5a58f1f5bfc.jpg eb4e491e8a86040407752d299f505f03 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Volpe, Jerry Subject The topic of the resource Golf, Sports, Segregation Description An account of the resource Jerry L. Volpe (1912–1984) was a golf professional, instructor, course designer, and longtime leader of the Englewood Golf Club. Born in Montella, Italy, and raised in Nutley, New Jersey, he became one of the most respected golf teachers in the New York metropolitan area. From 1946 to 1963, he served as head golf professional and instructor at Englewood Golf Club, where he taught numerous athletes, entertainers, and public figures, including baseball stars and television personalities. Volpe's influence extended beyond golf instruction. In the late 1950s, he played a significant role in the second athletic career of tennis champion Althea Gibson. After dominating amateur tennis and becoming the first African American to win Wimbledon and the U.S. National Championships, Gibson struggled financially because tennis remained an amateur sport. Recognizing both her athletic talent and the inequities she had faced, Volpe invited her to learn golf at Englewood Golf Club. He granted Gibson an honorary membership, making her the club's first Black member, and encouraged her to pursue a professional golf career. Under his guidance, Gibson developed her game and eventually joined the LPGA Tour, becoming one of the first African American women to compete on the professional golf circuit. Following his tenure at Englewood, Volpe designed and built the course at Roxiticus Golf Club in Mendham, New Jersey, and later worked at Forsgate Country Club in Jamesburg and Crystal Lago Golf Club in Florida. A lifetime member of the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA), he earned a national reputation as a golf instructor, course designer, and builder. Today, Volpe is remembered not only for his contributions to golf but also for helping open doors for Althea Gibson at a critical moment in her life. His decision to welcome Gibson to Englewood Golf Club and support her transition from tennis to professional golf stands as an important chapter in both Englewood's history and the broader story of racial integration in American sports. "Narrative generated by ChatGPT, version 5.5, OpenAI, 6/1/206. The author provided original archival research and subsequently edited the content for historical accuracy and historiographical alignment." 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Title A name given to the resource Mahoney, Jim Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource unknown Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Washington Senators Press Photo tradingcarddb.com Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available wikipedia Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1961 Description An account of the resource James Thomas Mahoney, born May 26, 1934, in Englewood, New Jersey, emerged as one of the city’s standout baseball talents during the early 1950s. As a student at Dwight Morrow High School, Mahoney developed into a strong all-around player, competing as a third baseman and occasionally pitching. He began his baseball journey with the Englewood A.C., a key feeder program for Dwight Morrow athletics, and quickly earned recognition as one of the school’s most promising athletes. In 1952, Mahoney signed a professional contract with the Boston Red Sox at his family home on Palisade Avenue in Englewood. Local coaches and scouts predicted he would receive one of the largest signing bonuses ever awarded to a Bergen County high school player at the time. His signing followed a competitive recruitment process that included interest from several major league organizations. That same era marked a strong period for Dwight Morrow High School baseball, as several of Mahoney’s teammates also drew professional attention. Players from that team included Jim Agnew, John Pratico, and Nick Bentley, all of whom went on to sign with major league organizations, reflecting the depth of talent on the Dwight Morrow roster during those years. Mahoney’s success at Dwight Morrow High School was notable. During his senior season, he ranked among the team’s top hitters and contributed both offensively and on the mound, earning praise for his batting strength and pitching ability. His performance helped establish Dwight Morrow as a respected program within Bergen County baseball circles. Mahoney later advanced through the minor leagues before reaching Major League Baseball in 1959 with the Boston Red Sox. Over the course of his professional career, he played for several major league teams, including the Washington Senators, Cleveland Indians, and Houston Astros. After retiring as a player, he continued in professional baseball as a coach and minor league manager, contributing to the development of younger athletes. As a native of Englewood, Mahoney remains part of the city’s rich athletic heritage, representing a generation of local players whose talent brought recognition to Dwight Morrow High School and Bergen County baseball. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Public Domain https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/5f2cffbd6c28e94f5b42a8c617ce3fc3.png 9c785ca1e145d50d315564c08f149b3b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Bouton, Jim Description An account of the resource <a href="https://www.google.com/search?sca_esv=23368486d762886d&sxsrf=ANbL-n72373HKGOzp8in0vIBxY6f_fPvew:1776726737281&udm=7&fbs=ADc_l-aN0CWEZBOHjofHoaMMDiKp0UJuhqwKhR0QUhF54-6jIX2xhuqmjuyJb8bmeAomNlGvrcIh4D4fHfxBBURfTfoz9NM4d8_XekjXkRztNIuwEfgeouvVtEvct4Xb5ViDaUHQxSNnI91BJf5U2Td43Z6n2Zpv8GlDUoH7kA12mj4svNNhELTJ3HT-lZJzS4tveJum9QDc8aE0nlm8eUiJUifDKustaQ&q=jim+bouton&sa=X&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwi1mafwxv2TAxVdMlkFHcq2Hs0QtKgLegQIHhAB&biw=1269&bih=872&dpr=2#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:1c70089c,vid:2NSH6FGupoY,st:0" title="Jim Bouton on the Dick Cavett Show">James Alan Bouton</a> (1939–2019) was an American professional baseball pitcher, author, broadcaster, and public speaker best known for his career with the New York Yankees and his bestselling book Ball Four. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Bouton grew up in northern New Jersey and played college baseball at Western Michigan University before signing with the Yankees. He made his Major League Baseball debut in 1962 and became a key pitcher during the Yankees’ successful seasons of the early 1960s. Later in his career, he extended his playing years by developing a knuckleball, pitching for several teams including the Seattle Pilots, Houston Astros, and Atlanta Braves. Bouton later lived in Englewood, New Jersey, where he became involved in civic and political life. During the early 1970s, he supported the presidential campaign of Senator George McGovern and was listed among local delegate candidates connected to the campaign. His involvement placed him alongside Englewood Mayor Walter Taylor, who made history as Englewood’s first Black mayor, reflecting a period of growing civic engagement and political activism in the city. Newspaper reports from the time show that local meetings and campaign activities brought together community leaders and residents in support of national political change. In addition to his political involvement, Bouton also spoke publicly on social issues. During the 1970s, he participated in discussions about family planning and the concept of voluntary non-parenthood, sometimes called the “child-free” movement. In public forums and interviews, Bouton emphasized the importance of personal choice and thoughtful decision-making about marriage and having children, arguing that people should be free to make family decisions without social pressure. His participation in these conversations reflected his willingness to engage with controversial social topics of the era and to speak openly about changing social attitudes. After his playing career, Bouton became widely known as an author and commentator. His book Ball Four offered a candid look at life in professional baseball and changed how many fans understood the sport. He later worked as a television sportscaster, actor, and entrepreneur, co-creating Big League Chew, a shredded bubble gum that became popular with young athletes. Jim Bouton remained active in writing, public speaking, and community engagement throughout his life. He died in 2019 at the age of 80, remembered not only as a talented baseball pitcher but also as a public figure who connected sports, civic life, and social activism, including his ties to Englewood and its historic leadership. 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Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Englewood Ravens Basketball ("Negro Team") Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports Organizations and Institutions A group of individuals cooperating under similar beliefs to reach an agreed-upon goal. Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Englewood Ravens Description An account of the resource black semi pro football team Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sports People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Harper, Bruce