Horace Harris facts for kids

Horace Harris was an American baseball player who played as an outfielder. He was born on May 11, 1911, in Mathews, Alabama. Harris played in the Negro leagues during the 1930s.

Who Was Horace Harris?

Horace Harris was a talented baseball player. He played as an outfielder, which is a position in baseball where players catch balls hit into the far part of the field. He was active in the 1930s.

Playing for the Montgomery Grey Sox

In 1932, Harris played for a team called the Montgomery Grey Sox. This team was based in Montgomery, Alabama. His time with the Grey Sox was an important part of his baseball career.

What Were the Negro Leagues?

The Negro leagues were professional baseball leagues in the United States. They were created for African American players. This was because, for many years, Black players were not allowed to play in the main Major League Baseball teams due to segregation. The Negro leagues provided a place for many amazing Black baseball players to show their skills.

Later Life

Horace Harris passed away in July 1986 in Montgomery, Alabama. He was 75 years old.