Asians in American Sports | Asian American Poll

ASIANS IN AMERICAN SPORTS
(Updated Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025, 06:39:09 AM to reflect the 100 most recent valid responses.)

Which male athlete has done the most to promote the image of Asian American men?
Tennis Player Michael Chang | 36%
Pitcher Chanho Park | 23%
Golfer Tiger Woods | 8%
Linebacker Dat Nguyen | 13%
Rightfielder Ichiro Suzuki | 14%
Left Wing Paul Kariya | 6%

Which female athlete has done the most to promote the image of Asian American women?
Figure Skater Kristi Yamaguchi | 19%
Pool Player Jeanette Lee | 1%
Figure Skater Michele Kwan | 58%
Golfer Se-ri Pak | 22%

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Hey Mr "be real" nobody said that the Japanese league were the majors. Point being, in this case is that there were alot of players all over (Japan, Cuba, Negro league, just to name a few) with skills. and back in the day, before the late great Jackie Robinson. These players were not able to represent. Yes, the Major Leagues are the best of the best, its not until now that were starting to see our asian brothers getting their proper respect (as i stated earlier). Having said that, dude don't be a player hater
true to the soul ABC Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 08:02:59 (PST)

"Sarahara Oh played in the Japanese league, it ain't the majors. lets be real."

This was the first year Ichiro Suzuki played in the Major Leagues in the states. Before that, he kicked ass in Japanese baseball, but many critics (racists) claimed Japanese baseball was no match for American baseball, and predicted Ichiro to be overrated.

Well, Ichiro's first Major League season is over, and he sure proved to kick some ass in American baseball as well.

B. Lee Monday, January 21, 2002 at 20:22:56 (PST)

Dat Nguyen making the Pro Bowl? For a linebacker, the main factors considered for a Pro Bowl entry are the number of games started/played, the number of tackles for the season, and overall contribution to the team defense, both against the run and pass.

Let's compare Zach Thomas and Dat.

Zach started/played 15 games, is in second place for most tackles of all linebackers in the NFL (and Miami's lead tackler), and Miami's defense is 5th best in fewest yards allowed per game.

Dat: started/played 16 games, 19th place in total tackles (and the team's lead tackler), and Dallas' defense is 4th best.

Also, comparing Dat and Zach is good, because they are similar in size. Dat is 5'11", 243 pounds, and Zach is 5'11", 235 pounds.

So, for Dat to make a Pro Bowl, he would have to pump out more tackles in a game, as well as keep up his durability by playing 15 or 16 games. Having a decent offense would also help get more publicity.

B. Lee Friday, January 18, 2002 at 22:40:36 (PST)

PLeasssssse
Sarahara Oh played in the Japanese league, it ain't the majors. lets be real.
be real Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 16:41:17 (PST)

Lets not forget about the real home run KING Mr. Sarahara Oh. With all due respect he has more then who we call the "home run king" Hank Aaron. Real glad to see our asian brothers getting their proper respect in the major leagues as well as the other 3 major sports (basketball, football, hockey).
Hey, Michele Kwan we all know the last time it was all about the "color" the gold was yours. This time the gold is out there for you to get, so go get it. Just remember we (asian americans) got your back. JUST DO IT.
true to the soul ABC Tuesday, January 15, 2002 at 09:03:53 (PST)

Tony Akins, point guard for Georgia Tech is also half-korean/half-black
John K. Monday, January 14, 2002 at 21:17:32 (PST)

I wonder if Dat will be able to make the Pro Bowl next year? The 'Boys'll have to make the playoffs for him to have a good chance. BTW, was it a typo on ESPN or did Zach Thomas have 22 tackles in the playoff game against the Raiders? 22? In one game? That's crazy!
Thomas Monday, January 14, 2002 at 20:57:50 (PST)

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