How did Romeo Dougherty and the Amsterdam News support the New York Rens?

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The New York Rens were the first Black-owned, full-salaried professional basketball team, and their success was bolstered significantly by the media support they received in Harlem.1

The Amsterdam News, a prominent Black newspaper, played a vital role in the team's enterprise. Specifically, West Indian sports columnist Romeo Dougherty provided unflaggingly loyal coverage of the team, which was central to the Rens' success and helped establish their reputation.1