
Savannah Names Basketball Court After Legend Larry “Gator” Rivers
The City of Savannah honored Larry “Gator” Rivers by renaming a downtown basketball court, celebrating his legacy as a player, mentor and public servant.
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The City of Savannah honored Larry “Gator” Rivers by renaming a downtown basketball court, celebrating his legacy as a player, mentor and public servant.

The City of Savannah honored the late Larry “Gator” Rivers by dedicating a basketball court at Crawford Square, recognizing his role in breaking racial barriers, his years with the Harlem Globetrotters, and his lifelong service to youth.

The City of Savannah will honor Larry “Gator” Rivers, a basketball pioneer and former commissioner, by dedicating a court at Crawford Square on May 29, 2026, celebrating his athletic legacy and lifelong service to youth.

The city will honor the late Larry “Gator” Rivers with a court‑naming ceremony, highlighting his pioneering role in basketball, his time with the Harlem Globetrotters and his lasting impact on Savannah’s community.