02/26/2026
Attended an event led by Dr. Carl Suddler, Professor of History at Emory University, for The Pellom McDaniels Sports History Program;
This year’s program aligns with Emory’s Footwork initiative and Atlanta’s role as a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, spotlighting athletes as agents of change and the ongoing pursuit of equity in professional sports in the southeast.
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In the video— Footwork: Where We Gather, featuring traditional sports photographer Walter looss and contemporary artist Sheila Pree Bright—whose new series celebrates Atlanta’s sports culture— will be open for viewing at the Michael C. Carlos Museum — I got a chance to preview the show