
Ep. 9 - Meet Stephen Curry's barber
We all know sports is a business. That’s why the Warriors are leaving for San Francisco — to make more money. But sports are also emotional. Sentimental, even. In the lead up to the NBA Finals, Stephen Curry decided to give back in a very sports way. He identified 30 people in the community who made a difference in his and others’ lives and gave them each a pair of specially crafted shoes from his main sponsor, the athletic wear company Under Armour. Curry’s barber Yusef Wright is one of those people. He works out of Benny Adem Grooming Parlor, just a few blocks away from the Warriors downtown practice court. In this episode of Bounce, we went to that barbershop and found a sense of peace, purpose, and hometown pride.
BOUNCE: The Valkyries' 1st Season in the Bay
BOUNCE Season 2 chronicles the Golden State Valkyries' first season in the Bay. In this podcast, KALW considers the increasing popularity of women's sports, the persistent inequities, the emerging celebrities, and the impact of top athletes on the community. It's all set against the backdrop of the team's debut season unfolding in real time.Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.
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