Kelly Curry

Biography

Kelly Curry joined Kristy Curry's first South Florida staff as an assistant coach in April 2026. He came to South Florida after 13 seasons as an assistant coach at Alabama and had previously compiled 15 seasons as an assistant coach at Texas Tech (2006-13), Purdue (1999-2006), and Louisiana Tech (1998-1999). While at Alabama, Kelly Curry played a prominent role in the development of five WNBA draft picks, including three in 2025: Sarah Ashlee Barker, Aaliyah Nye, and Zaay Green. He also played a prominent role in the development of Jasmine Walker, who was selected 7th overall in the 2021 WNBA Draft. At Texas Tech, Curry helped guide the Lady Raiders to two NCAA Tournament appearances in seven seasons as an assistant coach. During his early career, he helped lead Purdue to three Big Ten Tournament titles and two Big Ten regular-season titles, as well as seven NCAA Tournament appearances, including the 2001 national championship game. Starting his coaching career at Louisiana Tech, Curry coached under Hall of Fame coach Leon Barmore for one season, helping lead the team to a 30-3 record and reaching the NCAA Final Four. Curry graduated with his bachelor's degree from Texas A&M in 1990.