The Tribute.

This is our tribute to a hero, William “Judy” Johnson.
1975 Baseball Hall of Fame Inductee.
Negro League Legend.
Pioneer.

1926

William “Judy” Johnson played in four exhibition games against a team comprised of White Major Leaguers. He was instrumental in the integration of Major League Baseball.

1955

My grandmother, Delores Watson, graduated from Howard High School -- the same high school that William “Judy” Johnson attended. She loved sports, especially baseball.

2003

The year I graduated from Howard High School.

This commemorative cap is my way of saying thank you.

Thank you William “Judy” Johnson.

Thank you Delores Watson.

Thank you Howard High School.