ESPN Confirms LSU Tigers Establish Official Sponsorship Program to Honor Pete Maravich’s Legacy and Support His Family’s Tribute Efforts

ESPN Confirms LSU Tigers Establish Official Sponsorship Program to Honor Pete Maravich’s Legacy and Support His Family’s Tribute Efforts

 

Baton Rouge, LA – June 12, 2025 — ESPN has confirmed that Louisiana State University (LSU) has officially established a new sponsorship program dedicated to preserving and honoring the legacy of basketball legend Pete Maravich. The initiative is designed not only to commemorate Maravich’s extraordinary contributions to LSU athletics but also to assist his family in ongoing efforts to celebrate his enduring impact on the university and the sport of basketball.

 

Widely regarded as one of the greatest college basketball players of all time, Pete Maravich, affectionately known as “Pistol Pete,” remains an iconic figure in NCAA history. His record-breaking collegiate career at LSU from 1967 to 1970, during which he scored 3,667 points—an NCAA record that still stands—has left an indelible mark on the game. Despite playing before the introduction of the three-point line or shot clock, Maravich’s dazzling playmaking and scoring prowess transformed LSU basketball and elevated the program’s national profile.

 

The newly launched sponsorship program aims to generate funding and institutional support for initiatives that preserve Maravich’s legacy on campus and beyond. Among the key elements of the program are scholarship endowments in Maravich’s name, continued support for the Pete Maravich Assembly Center (PMAC), and collaborative events and educational projects with the Maravich family that highlight his contributions to sports and culture.

 

“This sponsorship initiative is a meaningful way to ensure that Pete Maravich’s legacy continues to inspire generations of athletes and fans,” said LSU Athletic Director Scott Woodward. “We are proud to partner with his family to create lasting tributes that reflect both his historic achievements and the values he embodied.”

 

The Maravich family, who have long sought to protect and promote Pete’s memory, expressed gratitude for LSU’s commitment. “Our family is deeply touched by LSU’s dedication to honoring Pete in such a substantial and thoughtful way,” said Jaeson Maravich, Pete’s son. “This program allows his story to live on, not just in the record books, but in the hearts of students and fans for years to come.”

 

Corporate sponsors and donors are expected to play a significant role in funding the initiative. LSU officials indicated that conversations with potential partners are already underway, with a focus on aligning with brands that share the university’s values and Pete Maravich’s spirit of excellence, creativity, and perseverance.

 

This announcement arrives at a time of renewed interest in Maravich’s legacy, with several retrospective documentaries, museum exhibitions, and digital tributes planned over the coming year. The sponsorship program will serve as the cornerstone of those efforts, ensuring that the legend of “Pistol Pete” continues to shine brightly in Baton Rouge and across the basketball world.

 

Further details about the program, including how fans and supporters can contribute, are expected to be released by LSU later this summer.