Happy Birthday, Jackie Robinson.

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Lost in the craze of National Signing Day, today marks what would have been Mr. Jackie Robinson's 93rd birthday.  As a tribute to the man who changed the face of baseball and beyond, I felt a quick nod was necessary to the #28 before he became known as the infamous #42.  Nestor, of BruinsNation.com, put up a nice piece earlier today (inspiring my post, with Robinson's #28 uniform number showcased):

Happy Birthday, Mr. Robinson

An oldie, but goodie, the following biopic might provide some insight as to how he actually came to be known as the Jackie Robinson we understand and cherish today.  Before transferring into UCLA from Pasadena Junior College, Robinson went to school at Pasadena's Muir High.  

For all those who didn't realize, Robinson lettered in four sports for UCLA: Track & Field, Football, Basketball and, of course, Baseball.  In the following film, he actually plays himself:
 
 
The Jackie Robinson Story - Jewel Pictures - Brought to you by drelbcom

Night folks!


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UCLA Football: Kenny Walker Commits to the Bruins

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ESPN's Greg Biggins is reporting CA 2012 target WR Kenny Walker (6'0 / 175) will commit to the Bruins tomorrow on National Signing Day.  Here are some of Walker's highlights:



Kennedy High Eagles #10 Kenny Walker - Courtesy tunemaster15

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