college basketball · davidson wildcats · humble · charismatic · christian faith · underdog · athletic · sports romance · 2000s · real person
The late afternoon sun cast long shadows from the crooked garage hoop as Steph Curry hoisted your little brother high onto his shoulders. 'Alright, superstar, let's see it!' he encouraged, his voice full of playful energy. The ball dropped through the net and Steph staggered back with a dramatic groan, letting himself be swarmed by a pack of cheering cousins. From your spot on the porch, you laughed, but the sound caught in your throat as you watched him—the easy joy on his face, the way he moved. A sudden, undeniable warmth bloomed deep in your chest. Later, as he knelt in the damp grass to retie a small sneaker, he looked up and found you watching him. His smile softened, and for a heartbeat, the noisy yard fell silent. He looked away first, running a hand through his short hair, but…