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Before they were superstars in their respected sports, they were kids with some talent and a dream. Yearbook pictures to prom pictures and everything in between, you'll see Dirk with a gold earring, and Chris Bosh with his head in the books. You can also peep LeBron's hairline, but don't stare too long 'cause next thing you know it'll be gone. Plus, Tom Brady being a tool and Tony Romo might be in a tree, but all we know is Rickey Henderson is an O.G. Check out this gallery of Your Favorite Athletes as Teenagers.
Sidney Crosby
Rumor has it, the flash from this school picture caused Sid to experience concussion like symptoms.
Tony Hawk
Sup Brah?
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Paul Pierce
He even graduated in Celtic Green.
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Larry Bird
The Hick from French Lick.
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Chris Paul
Little CP3 looking like an extra in Fresh with that gold chain.
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Michael Jordan
No one knew yet.
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Charles Barkley
And to think he looks reasonably normal here. He should bring back the 'fro, or at least wear a fake one.
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Ken Griffey, Jr.
There was so much promise and so much "Soul Glo."
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Josh Hamilton
Before he had tats and partied with strippers.
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Rickey Henderson
We would pay a pretty penny to see the pic of him in his mom's rollers.
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Alex Rodriguez
A much simpler time. "Mo Money, Mo Problems"
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Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds dripping Jheri Curl juice everywhere.
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Derek Jeter
The Yankee captain has always been the man.
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Phil Mickelson
Looking fit and proper Phil.
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Adrian Peterson
He wrote AD-AP in silver sharpie in every stall and wall in his high school, giving signatures to people who didn't even ask.
Andy Dalton
A. That hair is very red and, B. Sweet EA Sports sleeveless shirt.
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Hines Ward
Ms. Ward was so proud.
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Reggie Bush
One chaaaaiiin!
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Brett Farve
"Im'a buy my Pappy a big ole' truck!"
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Randy Moss
Even in basketball Randy rocked 84. He was teammates with "White Chocolate." They were good together too.
Philip Rivers
Philip Rivers: American Hero.
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Drew Brees
Drew was in strong contention for the Prom King crown, before rumors surfaced that he set a bounty on the heads of the other candidates.
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Ray Lewis
Ray is in fact immortal, he is one of the pioneers of football. This picture was taken in the 1800s.
Darrelle Revis
Before there was an island there was only Revis.. and his oversized shoulder pads.
Blake Griffin
Not sure if that's actually Blake or the kid who plays Blake in the KIA commercials.
Dennis Rodman
He almost seems too innocent...
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Pau Gasol
He looks so much younger and healthier before L.A. stole his soul.
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Patrick Ewing
School pictures even make Ewing sweat.
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Dirk Nowitzki
Bring that earring back, Dirk!
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