Bob Pettit: 6'9", 205 lb (00:29)

Played some center but mostly a power forward

Born in Baton Rouge, LA on Dec 12, 1932

Son of a county sheriff who comes from a modest upbringing

Attended Baton Rouge HS; was cut from his varsity team twice

His dad built him a hoop set in their backyard so he could practice his shooting

Growing to 6'4" he tried out again as a junior & made the team; incorporated a rigid practice regime

Made the All-City prep team as a junior; led his HS team to its 1st state title in 20 years as a senior

Received scholarship letters from up to 14 universities; chose to stay close to home by attending LSU

Had a stellar career at LSU with a 27.4 PPG & 14.6 RPG; team had a 59-15 record

Was a 3 time All-SEC, 2 time All-American & only the 2nd 30 or more PPG scorer  ...