Steph Curry is officially leaving Under Armour, ending one of the most surprising and influential athlete-brand partnerships in modern sports history. But how did a relationship that reshaped sneaker culture, revived an apparel company, and built a $173 million business line come undone?
In this episode of Sportly, host Kavitha Davidson breaks down the full story from the now-infamous Nike meeting where executives called him “Stefan,” to Curry becoming the face of Under Armour, to the brand’s recent struggles, and why analysts say UA “never understood sneaker culture.”
We explore:
The botched Nike pitch that pushed Curry toward Under Armour
How Steph’s signature shoes became a billion-dollar footwear engine
Why Under Armour’s leadership was seen as out of touch with basketball and hip-hop culture
What Curry’s move means for the future of the Curry Brand
Whether we’re entering a new athlete era where stars become owners, not endorsers like Serena Williams, Tom Brady, and Dwyane Wade.
Host: Kavitha A. Davison | Producer: Paroma Chakravarty I Executive Producer: Saadia Khan | Sound Designer & Editor: Paroma Chakravarty ITheme Music: Simon Hutchinson | Other Music: Epidemic Sound | Cover Art Graphic Designer: Sarah DiMichele
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