Why did Rickey have such a difficult time finding a suitable player for his “noble experiment”? Select all that apply.

Question

The player would have to ignore the racism he would encounter on the field.
Rickey did not have enough money to pay a good ball player.
The player would have to prove his ability as both a player and a man.
Rickey could not find a talented player who was born in America.
The player had to be both talented and humble, which is a rare combination.

Answer 1

Rickey had such a difficult time finding a suitable player for his “noble experiment” due to the following reasons:

1. The player would have to ignore the racism he would encounter on the field.
2. The player would have to prove his ability as both a player and a man.
3. The player had to be both talented and humble, which is a rare combination.

These factors highlight the unique challenges Rickey faced in selecting a player who could withstand the pressures and challenges of integrating baseball while excelling in performance and character.