Nearly seven-feet-tall with flaming red hair, Kevin Laue commands attention simply by walking on stage. His story, however, never fails to hold that attention for audiences of all ages.
The first player missing a limb to play NCAA Division 1 basketball, he overcame the early death of his father, a challenging home environment and a legion of critics to become one of the top high school basketball players in his home state of California while earning a scholarship to join the Manhattan College Jaspers.
Employing a mixture of humor, audience participation, and a uniquely strong delivery, he tells the story of a life so extraordinary, it was chronicled in the 2013 Oscar-qualifying documentary Long Shot. The Kevin Laue Story.
His own inspirational journey is used as a jumping off point to examine the challenges faced by others every day and his triumphs help audiences see their own problems in a new light. He shares his story to help change attitudes and perspectives of corporate, faith based, and youth audiences.
Kevin’s engaging manner, easy confidence and comfort around others make his presentation a surefire success for audiences of every background and description.
Today, he travels the globe inspiring audiences in Asia, Africa and Europe as well as at home. He has spoken at the United Nations in New York, serves as a spokesperson for Boys and Girls Clubs of New Jersey, and is a board member at New Jersey Special Olympics.
“Kevin’s story is remarkable! A real inspiration for all walks of life. Every person Kevin encounters he leaves a lasting impression! I believe he will go on to do some amazing things.”
“Kevin touches every athlete, everyone business person, every parent, everyone…. He is a person has overcome more than ten people combined and has come out on top. Look forward to the impact he will have on people worldwide.”
“Kevin has one of the most incrediable stories I have ever heard. The kids love Kevin, he is a great speaker and even a better person. Look forward to having Kevin speak again!”
“Kevin is a true inspiration who speaks directly from the heart. He is a caring and compassionate person who has an important message that everyone should hear, young and old alike. After hearing Kevin’s message you will feel empowered to make positive changes in your life.”
“Kevin delivered an inspirational message about hope, potential, and the power of compassionate teachers to our faculty. He is a special individual with a natural talent for connecting his personal story to the challenges we all face in life.”
