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Stephen Curry’s Parents, Sonya and Dell Curry Used to “Vet” his First Dates Before he got to Meet Them

Nithin Joseph
|PublishedJan 08, 2023

Stephen Curry's Parents, Sonya and Dell Curry Used to "Vet" his First Dates Before he got to Meet Them

Stephen Curry and his parents. Images taken from USA Today Sports

In 2009, the Golden State Warriors selected perhaps the greatest player in the franchise’s history. Stephen Curry was selected with the 7th overall pick.

Hailing from Davidson University, Steph was a sharp shooting specialist. Something he developed as part of the Curry household under the tutelage of his father Dell.

However, basketball practice is just one of the many things that were specific to the Currys. Some of the other practices were a bit more embarrassing. Like how Steph’s parents would regularly vet all his dates. Yes, as embarrassing as it sounds, it’s true.

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Stephen Curry had to introduce his parents to his date and her family before going out

High school is one of the best times in the lives of most young adults. Little to no responsibility, time to hang out with friends, and of course, for many, a time to pursue romance.

This was also the case for Stephen Curry. The four-time NBA Champion, for the most part, had the life of a normal American teenager. However, when it came to dating, things were a bit different.

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In an interview with Graham Bensinger, Steph revealed that his parents used to vet his dates before he was allowed to take them out.

“Old school…that was the situation. I had to pick the right girl and obviously know her whole backstory before I initiated that process. So I’d say,”Before we go to the movies…I need your parents to come over to the house…just sit down with my parents and have a talk. We’re a very welcoming and warm family and they just want to get to know you. That’s all!”. So we skipped a lot of the middle ground before the whole “Meeting the parents”. That was step one.”Safe to say Steph must have had some pretty embarrassing dates growing up. Especially considering he had to introduce his date to his parents before actually going on a date.

Steph once appeared in a Burger King ad with his dad

Sticking with Steph and his family. It’s hard to forget that Stephen Wardell Curry was actually famous even before he played his first NBA game. After all, he once starred in a Burger King ad alongside his father, Dell.

There can be no denying that Steph’s relationship with his family is special. Especially his relationship with his dad. Something he will hope to emulate and is emulating with his own kids.

The relics of his dating rituals from the Curry household, however, is something we hope he doesn’t carry on with his children.

Also Read: “For Me, Stephen Curry Has Five Rings!”: Sonya Curry Sheds Light on Warriors’ MVP Upholding His 13-Year-Old Promise

About the author

Nithin Joseph

Nithin is a content writer at The SportsRush. Like his favorite athlete Kobe Bryant, the company has helped Nithin elevate his writing skills to a whole new level, especially as an NBA content writer. With over 1500 articles to his name, Nithin's love for the sport knows no bounds. And, as he continues to watch the sport on a daily basis, he hopes his fascination with the NBA, especially the Miami Heat will inspire more and more readers to give the sport a chance. Perhaps, one day making basketball in India as big as it is in the United States.