THE FILM
World Premiere at Martha's Vineyard African American Film Festival!
Claudius 'C.B.' Claiborne broke barriers as Duke’s first Black basketball player—and as an activist, he changed the game both on and off the court.
This powerful short film is premiering this August at the Martha’s Vineyard African-American Film Festival. This is just the beginning, we’re developing it into a feature-length documentary that dives deeper into the story. We’re looking to partner with those who believe in meaningful, independent storytelling. If you’re interested in supporting or collaborating, we’d love to connect.
🎬 Premiering This August at Martha’s Vineyard
The Documentary
C.B. Claiborne’s story goes far beyond being the first Black athlete at Duke University.
He was an activist who fought for the dignity and rights of Black students on campus—even when it meant sacrificing playing time. His courage helped shape a movement far bigger than basketball.
But C.B.’s legacy didn’t stop there. He went on to become an engineer, Fulbright scholar, photographer, and a professor.
Following our short film’s premiere at the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival this August, we’re now developing an 80-minute feature-length film that has the potential to reach national and global audiences. This is a powerful, untold story of legacy, activism, and leadership—and we’re seeking mission-aligned investors to help bring it to life.
We’re actively raising funds to produce the feature-length version of this film. Your support—whether through buying merch, making a donation, or investing—directly helps us bring this important project to life.
Explore our official merch collection. Every purchase goes toward completing the feature film.
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BUY MERCH
Customizable Jerseys
🏀 Power to the Player: Official C.B. Merch Is Here!
We’re celebrating C.B. Claiborne’s legacy with a limited-edition merch drop that’s as bold as his story. This collection honors his journey—from breaking barriers at Duke to building a legacy that continues to inspire.
What’s in the lineup?
- Tees & tanks you’ll actually want to wear
- Premium sweatshirts for bold thinkers
- Posters & mugs that spark conversation
- Some items even signed by C.B. himself
Every purchase helps us bring the full film to life.
Every item is made to inspire.
Whether you’re rocking a tee, sipping from a mug, or framing a signed poster—you’re part of the movement. So go ahead…
Wear the story. Share the legacy. Power to the Player.