1986 Slam Dunk Champion Anthony "Spud" Webb, a 12 year NBA basketball superstar, has announced that he is bringing his amazing success story of the NBA to the professional speaking circuit. Webb has lived the greatest David and Goliath story as a small man in a big man's game. The 5-foot 7-inch phenom with an amazing 42 inch vertical jump, overcame the greatest of insurmountable odds and electrified crowds all over the world with his dunking ability and competitive spirit. Spud has delivered countless keynote speeches to corporations, youth groups and associations throughout his career and in retirement, and now inspires others to achieve their seemingly unachievable dreams regardless of the obstacles they face...>>> To Book Spud for Your Next Event Call 1-888-883-SPUD or Fill Out the Short Form

In order to achieve his lifelong dream of playing in the NBA, Spud had to overcome countless adversities. Many said he would never get a chance to play world-class basketball, but the 5-foot 7-inch Webb didn't worry about what others said about his height. He had already overcome every obstacle that he had faced from middle school to college.

Spud's determination, ability and heart finally led him to finally achieve the seemingly impossible dream of playing in the NBA. And what a 12 year career it was! He was the floor leading spark plug of the high-flying Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings averaging 10 points and over 5 assists per game. He frequently got the crowd off its feet with his dazzling ball handling skills and spectacular dunks.

Spud's greatest achievement may be his stunning victory at the 1986 NBA Slam Dunk Championship where he defeated many high-flying artists that were more than a foot taller than him, including Atlanta Hawks teammate Dominique Wilkins. It was one of the most electrifying moments in NBA history and inspired people all around the world.

Spud at the 2006 Slam Dunk Contest		Spud's Speech
Spud lent a hand at the 2006 All Star Weekend in Houston. Knicks rookie Nate Robinson outlasted Philadelphia's Andre Iguodala in a dunk-off 47-46 to become the Sprite Rising Stars Slam Dunk champion. The 5-9 Robinson's only 50-point dunk was on a bounce pass from Spud Webb, the 1986 champion and the only other sub-6-foot winner in Slam Dunk history.		Spud's keynote address focuses on overcoming insurmountable obstacles and achieving the seemingly unachievable. "No one expected or imagined that a person of my size could win a slam dunk contest or make it into the NBA," Webb recalled. "I never let my size keep me from excelling in a sport in which the odds of making it to the professional level are nearly impossible. Interest in Having Spud at Your Event? Call 1-888-883-SPUD or fill out the short form with your event information.