Stephen Curry's post card to fans. See the full card below.
Also, he pledges to finish his college degree
Former Davidson basketball Stephen Curry may be at the start of a promising NBA career, but he’s not forgetting his roots. The Wildcat-turned-Golden State Warrior has sent a big thank you to his former Davidson fans, in the form of a postcard arriving in mailboxes this week. It’s a mass-mailed message, but like one of Mr. Curry’s trademark arcing three-pointers, it hits its mark.
“Before I begin the next chapter in my life, I wanted to take this opportunity to personally thank all of the loyal alumni, students and fans of Davidson College who have so passionately supported me over the past three years,” the message says.
“It is my hope that you will continue to support me as I begin my NBA journey,” it adds.
Stephen Curry's message.
The postcard has a photo collage of Mr. Curry and Davidson Coach Bob McKillop on the front. On the back is a message bearing Mr. Curry’s name, and under it a citation (Philippians 4:13) referring to a Bible verse that’s a favorite of athletes: “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.”
Mr. Curry, a Charlotte native, played three years at Davidson and led the nation in scoring last year. In April, at the end of his junior year, he announced plans to enter the NBA draft. He was chosen No. 7 by Golden State. (Read more coverage of Mr. Curry on DavidsonNews.net at tag “Stephen Curry.”)
Graduating could be difficult with an NBA career underway. But many fans and others in the college community hope it will happen. Mr. Curry has seven courses remaining. College officials said last spring he would not have to be on campus to complete the courses.
(Thanks to author, journalist and Davidson grad Michael Kruse for the tip about the postcard. He wrote it about it Thursday on his 16point8 blog . Mr. Kruse is the author of “Taking the Shot: The Davidson Basketball Moment” about the Cats’ dream run through the 2008 NCAA basketball tournament.)
See the postcard
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- The reverse of Stephen Curry's post card.
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- Stephen Curry's post card to fans.
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- Stephen Curry's message.
Go Wildcats, and go Warriors!
I thought it was so thoughtful of Curry to take the time to acknowledge the support he got from the town as well as the college. I hope everyone will continue to support the Wildcats as they go on without Steph. They are still a fine group of players! Go Wildcats and Go Warriors!!!
Graduation requirements?
A question from a Davidson College faculty member has prompted us to do additional reporting on the college’s graduation requirements. The question specifically is whether there might be a way for Mr. Curry to get his degree while still in the NBA, and without returning to campus, or whether that pursuit might have to wait until he finishes his career.
At this point, the safest thing to say is that it’s not clear. Last spring, when I wrote about this issue, the Davidson registrar’s office told me Mr. Curry would not have to live on campus. But when I checked again last week, college officials hinted that some residency may be required.
Here’s a statement from college registrar Hansford Epes:
“It is possible for him to graduate from Davidson. Of course, that may be a ways off depending on how his career develops. If he does seeks to graduate it will be a pleasure for us all, because it will bring him back to campus for at least a while.”
Mr. Curry said this week and last April that he wants to get his Davidson degree. He has said he understands it may not happen while he’s in the NBA.