The courtside seats during the recent NCAA men’s basketball encounter between the Virginia Cavaliers and Virginia Tech Hokies were filled with some renowned NBA stars from the Golden State Warriors. Coming off a recent visit to the White House, several Warriors players including Stephen Curry were seen sitting on the sidelines during a 78-68 win for the Virginia Cavaliers. Notably, the NBA world could not believe their eyes as Stephen Curry made a UVA appearance in fine style.
Several Warriors stars including Curry, Ty Jerome, and Moses Moody showed up in Charlottesville, Virginia to watch the game between the Cavaliers and the Hokies at the John Paul Arena. Surprisingly, Curry and Jerome’s parents had played with the Virginia Tech team in the past. However, fans could not believe the uncalled-for visit from the Warriors superstar Curry.
Fans pleased by the UVA appearance from Stephen Curry
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In a recent tweet, Virginia Cavaliers college baseball team member Stephen Schoch wrote, “Steph Curry and UVA baseball in the same photograph was not something I expected to see tonight.” Schoch also posted a picture of the UVA baseball team posing with the four-time NBA champ.
Steph Curry and UVA baseball in the same photograph was not something I expected to see tonight pic.twitter.com/w9P9I79BCw
— Stephen Schoch (@bigdonkey47) January 19, 2023
However, Schoch was not the only one who was left in awe of Stephen Curry’s recent appearance in Virginia. Many were left in shock as they expressed their feeling on Twitter.
One of the fans wrote,?“Caught Stephen Curry?s first steps on to the court at John Paul Jones Arena tonight for @HokiesMBB’s matchup at UVA. Awesome moment!”
📸 Caught Stephen Curry’s first steps on to the court at John Paul Jones Arena tonight for @HokiesMBB’s matchup at UVA.
Awesome moment! https://t.co/m9yCB2Mjx9 pic.twitter.com/mX9P2D8Ckk
— Will Trent (@WillyTMedia) January 19, 2023
Another impressed fan wrote,?“Safe to say the commonwealth clash was the hottest ticket in town. Even @Stephen Curry couldn’t miss it…”
Safe to say the commonwealth clash was the hottest ticket in town. Even @StephenCurry30 couldn’t miss it. UVA beat VT 78-68. pic.twitter.com/OuW3h3y9Iu
— Drew Aunkst (@DrewAunkst) January 19, 2023
Many fans were mesmerized by Curry’s unexpected visit during the UVA game. Here are some other reactions from the fans.
My best friend has been trying to see @StephenCurry30 for the last year ! And he just so happens to be 45 minutes away at the UVA game she’s siiicckkkk to her stomach she’s not there ! 🫠🫠
— Dynasti (@D_nastiWithAnI) January 19, 2023
@StephenCurry30 at the uva game and @MichaelVick ✅✅
— I’M LONZ (@LONZONDECK) January 19, 2023
Love the star appeal at my school tonight! Steph Curry, Ty Jerome to name a couple of Warriors players at the Virginia Tech @ Virginia 🏀 game. #wahoowa @uva @UVAMensHoops @StephenCurry30 #tyjerome @KPIXtv pic.twitter.com/xDTN4fKxgj
— vernkpix (@vernKPIX) January 19, 2023
Always. Especially with @ClarkKihei at the helm. Right @tyjerome_ ? Great seeing you at JPJ tonight! Along with @StephenCurry30 @mosesmoody @CoachJC_UVA
— Eric Kelley (@erickelley) January 19, 2023
JPJ was rockin tonight! HOOS with the big rivalry win. Glad @tyjerome_ and @StephenCurry30 were here to see it! #Wahoowa #GoHoos pic.twitter.com/nZLkDeUGfc
— Kyle King (@King_UVA) January 19, 2023
@StephenCurry30 saw you were in Charlottesville at the Uva game. If you guys go out after the game Virginian is a chill spot or Rapture for karaoke is entertaining. #uva #Warriors
— ATLBravesfan (@kaniff01281) January 19, 2023
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Meanwhile, the Virginia Cavaliers defeated the Tech Hokies to strengthen their position in the Atlantic Coast Conference.
Cavaliers defeat the Tech Hokies
The Virginia Tech Hokies suffered a loss against the Cavaliers by 78-68. The Virginia Cavaliers took an early lead in the first half.? They also managed to retain it in the second half despite the efforts from the Tech Hokies. As a result of the win, the Virginia Cavaliers improved their season record to 14-3 and currently stand third in the Atlantic Coast.
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