Ronald Curry
Ronald Curry, a celebrated dual-sport athlete and NFL player, was born in Hampton, Virginia.
- Profession
- Football player, Coach
- From
- Hampton, Virginia
- Born
- February 12, 1979
- Years active
- 2002–2008
Early life
Born in Hampton in 1979, Curry was one of the most decorated high-school athletes in Virginia history in both football and basketball.
Career
A quarterback at the University of North Carolina, he converted to wide receiver in the NFL with the Oakland Raiders and later became an NFL assistant coach.
Major achievements
He was a two-time national high-school player of the year before his professional career.
Legacy
Curry is remembered as one of the greatest schoolboy athletes the state has produced.
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