From Foster Home to Family, Know Everything About UConn Star Azzi Fudd’s Parents and Brothers

Named after WNBA legend, Azzi Fudd has shown glimpses of greatness at such an early age. The UConn Huskies’ explosive shooting guard is considered the NCAA’s best prospect in generations. Jennifer Azzi would be proud to witness this immaculate baller glorifying her name. However, these magical skills are somewhat ingrained in this young superstar. As it happens, Azzi’s parents are responsible for her basketball career.

Born on November 11, 2002, in Fairfax, Virginia, the Huskies’ talented No.5 has a diverse background as her mother Katie is an American while her father Tim hails from Africa. Both of them have played a big part in her basketball career.

An insight into the family of Azzi Fudd

Azzi’s parents had a standout career in college basketball. Katie started her basketball career at Georgetown and later moved to NC State. Moreover, Katie was a three-year standout on the Women’s Basketball team as a Georgetown University graduate. She was the ACC Rookie of the Year while representing North Carolina State University in 1997. Later, she was drafted to the Sacramento Monarchs in 2001. Unfortunately, she had numerous injuries clouding her career.

Azzi’s father, Tim had an impeccable career at Chantilly High School in Northern Virginia. The star player won the All-Colonial Athletic Association in his 1993-94 season. Furthermore, he had an impressive average of 12 points per game playing college basketball at American University. Tim started his coaching career at Longwood University as their assistant coach. He is currently a part of the coaching staff of St. John’s High. 

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Interestingly, Azzi Fudd’s love for basketball began during her parent’s marriage.

A marriage on the basketball court

The love story of Azzi Fudd’s parents began when they were both coaches at the Potomac School. It’s no surprise they exchanged vows on the basketball court after spending most of their lives on it. Wearing Nike Huaraches on their wedding, they rented the St. Joseph’s Catholic School gym on short notice.

Following this, the school accepted their request on the condition that nobody wear heels as it can damage the court. Azzi was three years old when her mother walked down the aisle. Further, Azzi has two brothers who are adopted — Jose and Jon.

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The UConn Huskies are hunting for their 12th national championships. Azzi will be looking to achieve this with the help of her parents’ resolute support and dedication. Fans will be hoping that she looks up to her parents and brings her A-game to lift the NCAA title this season.