Kenny George facts for kids
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George with the UNC Asheville Bulldogs in 2007
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| Personal information | |
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| Born | c. 1986 (age 38–39) Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| High school | Latin School of Chicago (Chicago, Illinois) |
| Listed height | 7 ft 7 in (2.31 m) |
| Listed weight | 370 lb (168 kg) |
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| College | UNC Asheville (2006–2008) |
| NBA Draft | 2010 / Undrafted |
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Kenneth George Jr. (born around 1986) is an American former college basketball player. Standing between 7 feet 7 inches and 7 feet 9 inches tall, he was the tallest basketball player in the United States during his time with the UNC Asheville Bulldogs. He might even be the tallest player ever in college basketball history!
About Kenny George
Kenny George is known for his incredible height and his time playing college basketball. He became a standout player because of his unique size.
Growing Up Tall
Kenny George grew up in Chicago, Illinois. When he was 15, he had a medical condition that made him grow very quickly. By his second year of high school at Latin School of Chicago, he was already 6 feet 11 inches tall.
College Basketball Star
From 2006 to 2008, George played basketball for the UNC Asheville Bulldogs. He was a very important player for his team. In 2008, he was named the Big South Conference Defensive Player of the Year. This award goes to the player who is best at stopping the other team from scoring. He also earned a spot on the second-team all-Big South, which means he was one of the best players in the conference.
Life After Basketball
In October 2008, Kenny George faced a serious health challenge. He had to have part of his right foot removed because of an infection. This event marked the end of his basketball career.
