Popular by the name ‘Steph’, Stephen Currys is one of the most popular sportsmen in America. The good-looking sportsman plays basketball and has won the hearts of many Americans with his game.
Let’s go a little deep into his life.
Stephen Curry Net Worth
As per information revealed by credible sources, Stephen Curry’s net worth is $130 million. Hence, Stephen Curry is one of the wealthiest basketball players in the world. He is known to earn a salary of $40 Million yearly after signing the most valuable contract in the history of the NBA (National Basketball Association). He signed a $200 million contract with the Golden State Warriors.
How was the early life of the star player?
It was in the year 1988 on March 14 that Stephen Curry was born. In Akron, Stephen was born to a beautiful lady named Sonya Curry and a handsome man named Dell Curry. Stephen Curry shares his affection and fights with Seth, his younger brother. Since childhood, both the brothers love playing basketball after getting inspired by their father, who was also a basketball player.
Stephen Curry joined Queensway Christian College to receive an education. Years later, when his father got retired, the family shifted to Charlotte. Hence, he had to leave his old school and shift to Charlotte Christian High School. While studying there, he aspired to be a part of the best basketball team, the Hookies. But, Stephen ended up getting selected in the team of Davidson College, which was also a good option.
Major career highlights of Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry’s career kick-started from the instance he was selected at Davidson College. At the college, he attended different tournaments such as Davidson Alumni Event, Southern Conference and many more. Owing to his best performances, he got an opportunity to enter the SoCon All-Tournament team. This opportunity was a stepping stone to his basketball’s mainstream career. It is from here that Stephen was picked in the USA team.
In the year 2007, he appeared in the FIBA U19 World Championship, where he helped his team in winning a silver medal. Owing to his excellence as a player, he got a chance to become a member of a team playing at the FIBA Basketball World Cup in 2010. He was appointed as the senior squad member of the team. There, the US team was able to win a gold medal.
After four years, he again led his team to victory in the 2014 World Cup without even losing a single match. His skills paved way for his selection for the Olympics. However, due to major injuries in the ankle and knee, he had to withdraw his name. By 2020, Stephen Curry has played several games and built a decent reputation.
Personal Life of the basketball player
Stephen Curry is living a happily married life with Ayesha Curry, who is a beautiful actress. Before marriage, Ayesha and Stephen had a loyal relationship and on 30th July 2011, they decided to unite their bond legally. Stephen is also a father of two beautiful baby girls and a baby boy.
Awards and Achievements of Stephen Curry
Stephen Curry is one of the best players America can ever have. This amazing man and adept player, has won a myriad of awards given by the NBA (National Basketball Association) and NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association). He has even been awarded the trophies of Davidson College and SoCon.
Apart from that, he has bagged several awards and titles. In 2015, he won AP Male Athlete of the Year Award and Hickok Belt Award. In the year 2019, he lifted BET Award for the Sportsman of the Year and Teen Choice Award for Choice Male Athlete
Favorite Quotes of Stephen Curry
The reason behind Stephen Curry being a champion is his discipline, ethics and willingness to chase and achieve his dreams. He has been able to work on these paths after following some of the inspirational and successful quotes. He even shares these quotes with people to make them realize their worth.
Some of his best quotes are:
“There’s more to life than basketball. The most important thing is your family and taking care of each other and loving each other no matter what.”
“I’m not the guy who’s afraid of failure. I like to take risks, take the big shot and all that.’’
“Be the best version of yourself in anything you do. You don’t have to live anybody else’s story.”
Closing words
Stephen Curry is a hero in the eyes of his fans. He has been able to achieve whatever he aimed and emerged as a successful player in this entire world. Entire America is proud to have such a person among them. We wish Stephen Curry to soar great heights in the future and simultaneously enjoy a happy never-ending relationship with his wife.