With all due respect to those board members who fail to appreciate the privilege of having bodybuilding legend Pat Neve contribute to Getbig.com, Mr. Neve is arguably one of the best short class bodybuilders in AAU competition history. He deservedly received first place votes for the overall AAU Mr. America title at both the 1975 and 1976 contests. He also came very close to capturing the WBBG Pro Mr. America title in 1976 and the Pro Mr. America and Pro Mr. World in 1978. Once again, winning several bodypart subdivisions in the process. The exceptional quality of his physique is reinforced by a second place finish in middleweight class at the 1982 NPC Nationals nearly eight years after winning the overall 1974 AAU Mr. USA championship.
Although some have viewed Mr. Neves' lower body development as a an impediment to his quest for overall national and international competition victories, it was certainly more than adequate to defeat many accomplished competitors. In fact, as stated above, more than one national judge would have awarded Pat Neve the overall AAU Mr. America title. I am sure there are many bodybuilders who would aspire to develop their lower bodies to degree of Pat Neve. He is an exceptional bodybuilder whose accomplishments speak for themselves. His success certainly merits consideration amongst the best short class bodybuilders of his era.
I hope Mr. Neve continues to contribute to the Getbig.com forums. His experience can afford a unique and insightful perspective to the myriad of topics presented. His contribution and knowledge can serve to benefit current and aspiring competitive bodybuilders. Mr. Neve, thank you for investing your time in this board. I value, appreciate, and look forward to any response you choose to contribute.
