Bobby Sura, a Wilkes‑Barre native who spent ten seasons in the NBA, stepped back onto the streets of his childhood city this week for a ceremony that would place him among the legends of local sport.
A Homecoming After Two Decades
The induction into the Luzerne County Sports Hall of Fame recognized not only his high school exploits at GAR, where he became the all‑time leading scorer, but also his collegiate dominance at Florida State, where he again topped the scoring charts.
Sura’s professional journey saw him lace up for a decade of NBA competition, a career marked by relentless defense and a work ethic he traces back to the tough neighborhoods that raised him.
Speaking at the event, he described the perseverance instilled by his upbringing, noting that the grit of Wilkes‑Barre taught him to confront challenges on and off the court.
The ceremony honored ten inductees, underscoring the rich athletic heritage of the region, and marked Sura’s first return to the city in twenty years.