Althea Gibson: A Trailblazer in Tennis

Billie Jean King shares the story of Althea Gibson, a trailblazing African American tennis player who broke racial barriers by winning major championships. Althea's achievements inspired Billie Jean King and many others. Beyond tennis, Althea was a talented singer and golfer. Her legacy continues to influence athletes of color, and she is celebrated with a statue at the National Tennis Center.

What significant milestone did Althea Gibson achieve in the world of tennis?

• First tennis player to win an Olympic gold medal

• First person to win all four Grand Slam titles

• First African American to win a major tennis championship

• First woman to win Wimbledon

In which year did Althea Gibson win both Wimbledon and the US Nationals for the first time?

• 1956

• 1957

• 1958

• 1959

What lesson did Billie Jean King learn from watching Althea Gibson play?

• Practice makes perfect

• If you can see it, you can be it

• Winning is everything

• Never give up

Besides tennis, what other talent was Althea Gibson known for?

• Writing poetry

• Singing

• Painting

• Dancing

What was the title of Althea Gibson's autobiography?

• Breaking Barriers

• Champion's Journey

• My Life in Tennis

• I Always Wanted to Be Somebody

Which sport did Althea Gibson compete in after her tennis career?

• Golf

• Basketball

• Track and Field

• Swimming

Who was the other African American tennis player that Billie Jean King visited Althea with?

• Serena Williams

• Zina Garrison

• Venus Williams

• Arthur Ashe

In what year was a statue of Althea Gibson unveiled at the National Tennis Center?

• 2019

• 2015

• 2010

• 2003

Which of the following athletes was NOT mentioned as standing on Althea's shoulders?

• Rafael Nadal

• Serena Williams

• Venus Williams

• Arthur Ashe

What was Althea Gibson's hope as expressed on her statue?

• To be remembered as a pioneer

• To win more championships

• To be a credit to tennis and her country

• To inspire future generations