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Many people are surprised to learn that 13 of the 15 jockeys in the very first Kentucky Derby in 1875 were Black men.

In the early days of American horse racing, Black horsemen were widely respected for their skill as riders, trainers, and caretakers, helping shape what would become one of America’s most famous sporting events.

Riders like Oliver Lewis, who won that first Derby, and later champions like Isaac Murphy, became some of the most successful jockeys in racing history.

As the sport grew and evolved, fewer Black jockeys appeared on major tracks, and many of these early pioneers were gradually left out of mainstream sports history. Today, historians and museums are working to ensure their contributions are properly recognized and remembered.

A powerful reminder that excellence has always been part of the story.

Did you know this piece of Kentucky Derby history?

02/03/2026

🖤 Did you know?
Long before the modern NHL, Black athletes were already shaping the future of hockey.

Founded in 1895 in Nova Scotia, Canada, the Coloured Hockey League was one of the earliest organized hockey leagues in North America — made up entirely of Black players.

These athletes weren’t just playing the game…
many historians credit them with helping introduce innovations like the slapshot and a more aggressive style of play that still influences hockey today.

Some changed the game.
Few were given the credit.

This is Black history.
This is legacy.