UConn Names Charlie Stevens General Manager
UConn’s basketball program announced a significant front‑office overhaul this week, naming Charlie Stevens as its new general manager. The move comes as the Huskies seek to sustain their recent national success while integrating fresh perspectives from the NBA.
Stevens, a Bronx native, spent five seasons in the San Antonio Spurs’ front office, where he contributed to roster construction, scheduling, and revenue initiatives. His NBA experience includes work on five championship‑winning teams since 1999, a pedigree that UConn hopes will translate into competitive advantage on and off the court.
In his new role, Stevens will oversee everything from game scheduling and roster management to player development, medical oversight, NIL strategy, and revenue generation. The breadth of his responsibilities reflects a shift toward a more integrated basketball operations model at UConn.
Spurs Legacy Meets Huskies Ambition
The hiring underscores a deliberate linkage between the Huskies and the Spurs, a relationship highlighted by five NBA titles for San Antonio and six NCAA championships for UConn over the same 27‑year span. Both institutions share a tradition of excellence, and Stevens’ appointment is framed as a bridge that could amplify that synergy.
Adding to the revamped staff, Andrew Hurley, Dan Hurley’s youngest son and a former UConn walk‑on, has been named assistant general manager. Hurley previously served as a graduate assistant for two seasons and has publicly expressed ambitions to rise through the executive ranks.
Connor Creech, formerly a graduate assistant at Texas and Northern Colorado, joins UConn ahead of the 2025‑26 season as video coordinator and director of analytics. Creech’s track record includes helping the Longhorns reach the 2025 NCAA Tournament and earning praise from Dan Hurley for his work ethic and analytical efficiency.
'Connor’s work ethic and player‑development skills are unmatched,' Hurley said in a statement, emphasizing the new hire’s ability to leverage data for strategic advantage. Creech’s appointment signals UConn’s commitment to marrying traditional coaching expertise with cutting‑edge analytics.
The broader vision, according to university officials, is to maintain UConn’s elite status by combining seasoned executive leadership with innovative analytical approaches. Stevens, Hurley, and Creech together aim to preserve the program’s winning culture while adapting to the evolving landscape of college basketball.