Jackie Robinson Overcomes adversity

Jackie Robinson Overcomes adversity

Today's topic is baseball players who have overcome adversity. (Suddenly, the movie "Hiden Figures" hits my head. If you don't see it, I recommend it. She's a pioneer who pioneered her field.)

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You might ask why baseball is suddenly By the way, I found out about the legendary American baseball player Jackie Robinson and I had a chance to introduce him.

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I thought that being able to overcome adversity and climb to the Hall of Fame is something that gives us some learning, and I chose it as the topic of today's article.

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Before I tell the story, I want to start with an icebreaker about baseball.

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◇ Self-esteem among the public

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In the afternoon physical education class, there were baseballs, soccer balls, basketballs, and rugby balls in the playground. The balls were boasting themselves to set ranks among themselves.

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First, the biggest basketball said.

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"I am the heaviest and the largest, so I will be the captain."

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Against this backdrop, the soccer ball said.

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"Huh! I also play the World Cup every four years. I'm the leader because my leather is the best."

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Then came rugby balls.

"These days are the days of individuality. You guys are all round and have no personality. I'm round, but I'm definitely the boss because I look so special."

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The baseball, which had been listening quietly while the basketball, soccer ball and rugby ball were jockeying, said with a funny

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"Hey you guys! See my shameless scar!"

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(The real master doesn't intimidate others with his outward appearance......)



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◇ Jackie Robinson (January 31, 1919 to October 24, 1972)

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Jackie Robinson is the first black player to play in the Major League of America and is considered to have overcome racism and changed American history.

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In 1947, when racism was at its height, people were denied access to toilets at gas stations outside the stadium and were only allowed to sit in the back seat on the bus. In addition, restaurants and hotels were often blocked from entering.

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In Gujangan, he had to suffer not only from a double-digit hit, but also from the kick of the opponent's first baseman every time he went to first base in a batter's box. Also, when he was on defense, he often intentionally attacked Robinson's ankle as a batter running to first base. 

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Moreover, there was always danger of murder, such as letters and terrorism, and there was an unspeakable swearing and booing in the stands and outings as soon as he entered the batter's box.

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But Jackie Robinson’s silently fight against prejudice and discrimination has changed the perception of her teammates and has gradually gained recognition from her true colleagues.

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He also won the Rookie of the Year award in 1947 and the MVP of the 1949 season while playing hard as a second baseman. Moreover, he contributed to his team's National League and World Series championship (1955) and led the Dodgers to their heyday. He has a career on-base percentage of over 40 percent, and later joined the final Hall of Fame and remains a major league legend.

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In honor of Jackie Robinson's achievement, Major League Baseball awarded the team 42 times by deciding to be a permanent member of the team from April 15, 1997. It also designated April 15 as Jackie Robinson Day, which is the day when all players in the light bulb team play with their back number 42.

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"A meaningful life should be able to affect other people's lives," Jacqui Vinson said.

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◇ Baseball Familiarization

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* Winning gives you a small lesson. But you can learn everything if you lose.

- Christy Matthewson.

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* It's not over until it's over.

- Yogi Vera.

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* I have never broken my promise to me.

- Ichiro Suzuki

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* The more I eat strikes, the closer I get to home run.

- Babe Ruth.