Damon Stoudamire is a former professional basketball player and head coach of Georgia Tech men's basketball team. He took on the role of head coach on March 14, 2023. Before becoming a head coach at Georgia Tech, Stoudamire had a remarkable career in both the NBA and collegiate basketball. He played 13 seasons in the NBA, with teams like Toronto Raptors, Portland Trail Blazers, Memphis Grizzlies, and San Antonio Spurs. Following his retirement in 2008, Stoudamire transitioned into coaching, and became the director of player development at Rice. He became an assistant coach for the Memphis Grizzlies and Arizona. His first head coaching position was at Pacific in 2016, where he won the West Coast Conference Coach of the Year award in 2020.
Damon Stoudamire had a remarkable season as the head coach in the 2019-20 season. The Pacific Tigers concluded the season with a 23-10 record, with 69.7% win percentage, making it their best figure in 15 years. The team finished third place in the West Coast Conference, behind Gonzaga and St. Mary's. Stoudamire was given the West Coast Conference Coach of the Year award. The team also posted an 11-5 record in the WCC league, with most wins Pacific had ever recorded. Stoudamire joined Pacific when they finished the 2015-2016 season with a 8-20 record and made them a conference contender.
Who are Damon Stoudamire’s Parents?
Damon Stoudamire's parents are Willie Stoudamire and Liz Washington.
Damon Stoudamire's Mother
Damon Stoudamire's mother is Liz Washington. He was also raised by his grandmother, Wanda Stoudamire-Matthews.
Damon Stoudamire's Father
Damon Stoudamire's father is Willie Stoudamire.
Who are Damon Stoudamire's Siblings?
Damon Stoudamire has three stepsisters from his father's side. According to ESPN's report on Terrance Jones, Damon's cousins are Salim Stoudamire and Terrence Jones who are former NBA players.
Who is Damon Stoudamire's wife?
Damon Stoudamire is married to Natasha Taylor.
Does Damon Stoudamire have kids?
According to his official Georgia Tech roster, Damon has three kids, Kemeco, and Damon and Brandon.
FAQs on Damon Stoudamire
A. Damon Stoudamire is married to Natasha Taylor.
A. Damon Stoudamire has three stepsisters from his father's side, but he is the only biological child of Willie Stoudamire and Liz Washington.
A. Damon Stoudamire was born in Portland, Oregon on September 3, 1973.
A. Damon Stoudamire attended the University of Arizona, where he excelled as a standout point guard and won Pac-10 Player of the Year in 1995.
A. Damon Stoudamire, also known as Mighty Mouse, is known for his successful career as a point guard in the NBA, winning the Rookie of the Year award in 1995 and playing for various teams like the Toronto Raptors and Portland Trail Blazers.
