How long did it take for Adolph Rupp to recruit his first black player?

Adolph Rupp, the legendary coach of the University of Kentucky men's Basketball team, recruited his first Black player, Tom Payne, in 1970. This was notable as it marked a significant change in Rupp's recruiting practices, given that he had previously faced criticism for not integrating his team. Rupp's decision to recruit Payne came nearly two decades after the Civil Rights Movement began to challenge racial segregation in sports.