迪恩·桑德斯（Deion Sanders）尊敬比尔·柯林斯（Bill Collins）：反对阿拉巴马州隔离的立场

Deion Sanders向CU球员Bill Collins致敬，他在1969年的Liberty Bowl上勇敢地面对阿拉巴马州的全白队。一个勇气和改变的故事。

Deion Sanders, Coach Prime himself, recently shined a light on a pivotal moment in college football history, honoring Bill Collins, a former Colorado Buffaloes player. Collins, who passed away on July 31st, isn't just remembered for his skills on the field but for his courageous stand against racial segregation at the 1969 Liberty Bowl against an all-white Alabama team.

迪恩·桑德斯（Deion Sanders）是Prime本人，最近揭示了大学橄榄球历史上关键时刻的启示，以纪念前科罗拉多州布法罗斯球员比尔·柯林斯（Bill Collins）。柯林斯（Collins）于7月31日去世，他不仅因其在球场上的技能而铭记，而且还因为他在1969年的自由碗比赛中对抗全白阿拉巴马州球队的勇敢立场。

Bill Collins: A Buffalo Legend

比尔·柯林斯（Bill Collins）：布法罗传奇

Bill Collins was more than just a defensive tackle; he was a trailblazer. As Colorado’s first Black captain for a full season, Collins faced down an intimidating display of racial tension at the Liberty Bowl. Sanders highlighted how Alabama, yet to integrate, sent over 40 players to the pregame coin toss in an attempt to intimidate Collins. But Collins stood tall, representing the Buffaloes with unwavering resolve. Colorado won that game 47-33.

比尔·柯林斯（Bill Collins）不仅仅是防守铲球。他是开拓者。作为科罗拉多州的第一位黑人队长整个赛季，柯林斯在自由碗上面临着令人生畏的种族紧张局势。桑德斯（Sanders）强调了阿拉巴马州（尚未融合）如何将40多名球员派往赛前硬币抛弃，以恐吓柯林斯（Collins）。但是柯林斯站得很高，以坚定不移的决心代表水牛。科罗拉多州赢得了47-33的比赛。

The 1969 Liberty Bowl: More Than Just a Game

1969年的自由碗：不仅仅是一场比赛

The University of Colorado described Collins' actions at the Liberty Bowl as perhaps the “bravest moment in University of Colorado athletic history.” Imagine this: it's 1969, racial tensions are high, and Martin Luther King Jr. had been assassinated the previous year in Memphis, where the game was held. Alabama, with its all-white team, sent a sea of white players to the midfield for the coin toss. In a powerful show of solidarity, Colorado's other captains allowed Collins to walk the final steps alone, making a statement against the Crimson Tide's racist antics, which included fans spitting on the CU team and yelling racial slurs.

科罗拉多大学在自由碗上的行动形容为“科罗拉多大学运动史上最勇敢的时刻”。想象一下：1969年，种族紧张局势很高，小马丁·路德·金（Martin Luther King Jr.阿拉巴马州及其全白队，将一批白人球员派往中场，以折腾。在一个团结一致的强大表现中，科罗拉多州的其他队长让柯林斯独自走了最后一步，对绯红色潮流的种族歧视滑稽动作发表了声明，其中包括球迷在CU团队中吐口水和大喊种族诽谤。

A Personal Connection

个人联系

Sanders' connection to Collins runs deeper than just being a Black coach at Colorado. He's close friends with gospel singer Kirk Franklin, whose wife Tammy is Collins’ daughter. This personal connection adds another layer of meaning to Sanders' desire to honor Collins during a game this season.

桑德斯与柯林斯的联系不仅仅是科罗拉多州的黑人教练。他是福音歌手柯克·富兰克林（Kirk Franklin）的密友，他的妻子塔米（Tammy）是柯林斯（Collins）的女儿。这种个人联系为桑德斯在本赛季的比赛中尊敬柯林斯的愿望增加了另一层意义。

Honoring a Legacy

尊重遗产

Collins' impact extends beyond the football field. He graduated with a business degree and went on to work for Xerox. He was a pioneer, the first Black player chosen by his teammates to be a team captain for an entire season. His story serves as a reminder of the courage and resilience required to challenge injustice.

柯林斯的影响力超出了足球场。他毕业于商业学位，然后为Xerox工作。他是一名先驱者，是他的队友选择的第一位黑人球员，成为整个赛季的队长。他的故事提醒人们挑战不公正所需的勇气和韧性。

Looking Ahead

展望未来

Deion Sanders plans to honor Collins this season, ensuring his legacy lives on. It's a testament to the power of sports to transcend the game and address important social issues. It’s stories like these that make college football about more than just wins and losses. It's about character, courage, and standing up for what's right.

Deion Sanders计划在本赛季纪念Collins，以确保他的遗产继续前进。这证明了体育超越游戏并解决重要社会问题的力量。像这样的故事使大学橄榄球不仅仅是胜利和损失。这是关于角色，勇气，并坚持正确的事。

So, next time you're watching Coach Prime on the sidelines, remember Bill Collins – a true Buffalo legend. And remember, even in the face of overwhelming odds, one person can make a difference. Now, let's go Buffs!

因此，下次您在场外观看Prime时，请记住Bill Collins - 真正的Buffalo传奇。还要记住，即使面对压倒性的赔率，一个人也会有所作为。现在，让我们去抛光吧！