Remembering a true trailblazer: Solly Walker, the first Black player for St. John’s, broke barriers in 1951 when he faced off against Adolph Rupp’s powerhouse Kentucky squad in Lexington. Despite the hostile environment and a lopsided loss, Walker’s presence on the court was a pivotal moment in college hoops history. The rivalry between McGuire’s Johnnies and Rupp’s Wildcats wasn’t just about basketball—it was about challenging the status quo. Anyone else think this matchup deserves more love in the rivalry books? #Sports #Basketball #CollegeBasketball