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. The movie will feature archival footage ...

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 ...

"It was the passing of the torch" - Nate Robinson detailed how Spud Webb helped him win his first dunk contest originally appeared on Basketball Network. Nate Robinson had a decent NBA career, ...

Spud had no idea what the slam dunk contest would do for him, nor did he care. He wanted to play basketball, not star in a circus. He’d rather be remembered as someone who spent 12 seasons in the ...