News of the film having wrapped production comes 40 years after the athlete's surprise victory during All-Star Weekend. By Ryan Gajewski Senior Entertainment Reporter A forthcoming documentary film is ...
DALLAS — First thing Spud Webb did after learning he’d sub for Michael Jordan in the slam dunk contest at the 1986 All-Star game was fly to Los Angeles for the “Tonight Show.” For such a little guy, ...
1936 — Jay Berwanger, University of Chicago halfback and Heisman Trophy winner, is the first player ever selected in the NFL Draft. The Philadelphia Eagles make the pick and eventually trade his ...
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"It was the passing of the torch" - Nate Robinson detailed how Spud Webb helped him win his first dunk contest
Nate Robinson had a decent NBA career, although most will remember him for his uncanny athleticism. Standing only 5'9", the former Washington Husky defied the odds and shocked basketball fans by ...
1986 — Atlanta’s Spud Webb, at 5-foot-7, wins NBA Slam Dunk competition. Webb receives a perfect 50 from the judges in the last two rounds to shock defending dunk champion Dominique Wilkins and the ...
A forthcoming documentary film is set to focus on Spud Webb, who became an NBA sensation in the 1980s for his impressive athleticism despite his short stature. Director Dylan Mulick (Helen Believe) ...
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