Kelly Corrigan Wonders Deep Dive with Steve Kerr on Humility
Jan 6, 2026
Steve Kerr, a nine-time NBA champion and coach of the Golden State Warriors, dives into the essence of humility in leadership. He shares the emotional pull of sports and how personal loss shaped his perspective. Kerr highlights Steph Curry's unique balance of confidence and compassion, emphasizing the importance of core team values like mindfulness and empathy. He reflects on his family's grounding influence and the significance of learning from younger generations, advocating for social issues like gun safety and community engagement.
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Why Sports Move Us
- Sports captivate because they show people reaching peak human potential and create tribal belonging.
- Witnessing flow and collective joy produces a visceral, almost religious, feeling for spectators.
A Childhood Of Global Conversation
- Steve Kerr grew up in a household full of international scholars and conversations that shaped his worldview.
- His family lived in Egypt and his father later became president of the American University in Beirut.
Returning To Team After Tragedy
- After his father was assassinated, Kerr returned immediately to college and basketball rather than taking time off.
- His coach Lute Olson and teammates provided a surrogate family during that period.
