For Stephen Curry, Home has always been more than a place – it is a basis. And now he gives back to the school that helped to launch his legendary career in a way that does not have an active NBA player ever before.
On Monday, Davidson College Curry announced as an assistant-all-way director, a role that will help the four-time NBA champion and double MVP in rebuilding the basketball programs for men and ladies at his Alma Mater.
At the age of 36, Curry remains the face of the Golden State Warriors, but this new chapter marks a historical moment: he is now the first active professional player to play an administrative role at an NCAA team.
A program needed to revival
Davidson Basketball has struggled in recent years, far away from the magic of 2008, when Curry led the wildcats to an elite eight run that fascinated the basketball world.
Since Bob McKillop, Curry’s legendary College coach, who retired in 2022, the program has to regain his foot among his son, Matt McKillop. The Wildcats missed the NCAA tournament for two consecutive seasons and have ended in each of the last three years at the bottom of the Atlantic 10 classification.
Curry’s return is not only symbolic – it is a mission to restore the identity of the program.
More than a title: A commitment to change
Curry’s involvement will go much further than a ceremonial role. In addition to his wife, Ayesha and other important donors, Curry is launching an eight -digit investment fund to support both the basketball teams for men and ladies, a financial obligation that could transform the recruitment efforts, facilities and resources of the program.
In addition, Curry will collaborate with Davidson GM Austin Buntz, a former Under Armor director, to give mentorship to players and to shape the direction of the future of the program.
An inheritance that comes around the circle
For Curry, Davidson was more than a step to the NBA – it was where he became a household name.
After being overlooked by large programs, Curry arrived in Davidson in 2007 and quickly redefined expectations for the small major school. His record-breaking season 2008, as a result of which he saw Davidson lead to the Elite Eight, remains one of the most exciting runs in the NCAA tournament history.
He returned for his junior season in 2009 and finished as the NCAA scork champion, before he was explained for the NBA Draft.
Despite its meteoric turnout in the NBA, Curry Davidson has never forgotten. In 2022 he completed his degree in sociology and fulfilled a promise to himself and his family. In the same year, Davidson eliminated his number 30 sweater – the first retired number in program history.
A balancing act, but a clear vision
The question remains: how will Curry balance his NBA career with his new role at Davidson?
Although the details are still unclear, his influence will probably be felt the most during the NBA outside season, when recruiting and program buildings are central.
For Davidson this is not just a publicity movement. It is a desperate call for generation – and who can answer that call better than the man who put the program on the map?
In the Twilight of his NBA career, Stephen Curry cannot only be added to his CV -he has formed the future of Davidson basketball.
