According to the article, why did Black girls in the 1930s embrace Double Dutch and develop the sport? The first tournament that allowed girls to enter was organized by David A. Walker. Jumping rope was the only sport girls were taught in school at that time. Few organized sports or sports facilities were available to urban girls. The Apollo Theater had begun sponsoring sports programs for Black youth.
Black girls in the 1930s embraced Double Dutch and developed the sport because it was one of the few organized sports available to them at that time. With limited access to sports facilities and opportunities, Double Dutch provided a platform for Black girls to participate in competitive physical activity and showcase their skills. The support of organizations like the Apollo Theater also helped to promote and popularize the sport among Black youth.
