Who are Gordon Hayward Parents?

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Born March 23, 1990, Gordon Daniel Hayward is an American professional basketball player who plays as a small forward for the Charlotte Hornets in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Before the NBA, Hayward played one season in college at Butler University. He famously led them all the way to the championship game at the 2010 NCAA tournament against Duke. He was subsequently selected to the All-Tournament Team for his heroics. In two seasons in college, Hayward averaged 14.4 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.3 steals per game.

In the 2010 NBA draft, Utah Jazz picked Hayward with the ninth overall pick. After seven seasons with the Jazz, Hayward moved to the Boston Celtics and is currently with the Charlotte Hornets. In the 2022/23 season, the one-time All-Star averaged 14.7 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.1 assists per game.

Gordon Hayward's Parents

Gordon Scott Hayward and Jody Hayward are the proud parents of Gordon Hayward. They gave birth to their son on March 23, 1990, in Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. Together the couple have another child, a daughter named Heather. Both parents had full-time jobs before Hayward's NBA career.

Who is Gordon Hayward's mother?

Jody Hayward is the mother of Charlotte Hornets small forward Gordon Hayward. Hayward once conceded in an interview that his mother has made it a point to always send him thoughtful pregame text. He also mentioned that she sends both her children good night texts almost every day.

Who is Gordon Hayward's father?

Gordon Scott Hayward is the proud father of Charlotte Hornets small forward Gordon Hayward. Senior Hayward has been a vital cog in his son's development growing up. He famously gave his son personal performance analysis for each and every game he played, right from the tender age of four. Their discussions would begin on-field post the game, and almost always finish inside their minivan— an old, two-tone tan and burgundy Mazda MPV.

"He's always been there for me," Gordon Hayward said of his father. "And I always appreciate him for that."

What are Gordon Hayward's parent's nationalities?

Gordon Scott Hayward and Jody Hayward are both American nationals like their son. The family hails from Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S., also the birthplace of Hayward.

Hayward has represented the United States internationally, winning gold with them at the 2009 FIBA U-19 World Cup in Auckland.

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FAQs

A. Gordon Scott Hayward and Jody Hayward are the proud parents of Gordon Hayward.

A. Gordon Hayward was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S. on March 23, 1990.

A. Yes, Gordon Hayward has one sibling, a sister named Heather.

A. Gordon Hayward currently plies his trade for the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

A. Gordon Hayward accepted a scholarship offer from Butler University and played college basketball for the Butler Bulldogs. 

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