As the saying goes, behind every successful man, there is a woman. The same goes for the Northern Carolina Tar Heels Men’s Team head coach- Hubert Davis. Hubert Davis’ wife is the support system behind his journey, and the former basketball player is grateful for that.
The NBA fame was born in North Carolina and completed his studies in the same territory before joining basketball as a profession. Hubert isn’t enjoying the limelight just because of his rewarding and excessively acclaimed career.
In fact, his personal life also becomes a matter of attention for his admirers and the industry. Nonetheless, the couple goes the whole nine yards to keep everything under the wraps.
That’s why their presence at any event becomes a golden chance for many to get some insights into their life. This article will throw light on some aspects of Hubert Davis and his family. We’ll also discuss what made it to the headlines when the statement was passed about Hubert Davis’ wife by his own self at the time of his promotion from an assistant coach to a head coach.
Who Is Hubert Davis’ Wife?
Leslie Davis happens to be Hubert Davis’ wife. As for her profession, no details are revealed publicly.
As per E Celebrity Mirror, Leslie’s native homeland is South Carolina, and she was born in 1971. The same source states that her father, Bob Siegel, was formerly a colonel in the US army and at present runs the Continental Consulting Group Corporation. He is the owner as well as the President of the corporation. Insights on Leslie’s mother aren’t publicly disclosed yet, except for her name- Bonnie Siegle.
As per Sleek Gist, Leslie has a sister- Leigh Ann Musiol.
Best Friends Turned Into Life Partners
In an interview with the Chapel Hill Magazine, Hubert touched upon the time they (Hubert and Hubert Davis’ wife) met. He mentioned that they met in Virginia and became fast friends in no time. They both completed high school together at Lake Braddock Secondary School, Burke, Virginia.
Hubert joined college a year before Leslie since she was a year younger than him. The 52-year-old further stated that his now-wife, Leslie, was willing to move to Davidson for her further studies, but due to some reasons (which he didn’t actually mention), she didn’t.
When Leslie showed up on Hubert’s college campus, he was delighted and thrilled to be accompanied by his childhood best friend in college as well. His reaction was quite surprising, quoting it for you- “What in the world? You didn’t tell me?“
They both waited for Leslie to complete her graduation, and once she was done with her studies, they both decided to read the vows to each other and spent a little more time together before finally tying the knot.
The couple did wed in a low-key way which is the reason there isn’t much to dig into about their wedding venue, date, and other details. But yes, Hubert confirmed in his interview with the Chapel Hill Magazine that he didn’t go anywhere other than Chapel Hill to mark his and his wife’s special day.
The couple is growing stronger and stronger day in and day out. To Hubert, their 22-year-old relationship seems to be much more compelling and intense as he has shared a bond with Leslie since he was 16. This shows how great a bond the couple shares.
Family & Kids
Hubert and Leslie are parents of three: two sons and a daughter. Elijah (eldest son), Bobbie Grace (daughter), and Micah (youngest son) are their kids.
As for their upbringing, it was a combined decision of Leslie and Hubert to raise their kids in a place where they get surrounded by compassionate, generous, and caring people. And in an interview held with the Chapel Hill Magazine last year, Hubert touched upon the fact that no place seemed better than Chapel Hill to them.
Both Hubert and Leslie are supportive and caring towards their kids as parents. The couple is quite cool about what direction their kids do follow. Hubert himself believes that he doesn’t feel any need to put pressure on his kids to put their foot in his shoes.
Hubert confirmed that his daughter adores lacrosse, and Micah is quite inclined towards soccer. It was Elijah who wished to go for basketball. All three siblings are making their parents proud in whatever they do. Since Elijah decided to opt for basketball, Hubert feels that his son has his own life and pace no matter if he has decided to follow the profession that his father is in, so people shouldn’t look upon him with the intention of comparing him with his father. He believes Jesus has different plans and ways to make one prosper.
What Statement About Hubert Davis’ Wife Caused Controversy?
Day in and day out, we come across such scenarios where people’s statements become a matter of contention. And in the case of celebrity professionals, it spreads like a forest fire. Something similar happened with Hubert Davis too. Scroll down a little to know more about that…..
Hubert Davis, being an African-American, was asked a plethora of times how he sees his achievement of being the first black head coach in the history of UNC last year. In his response, Hubert said that he is aware of how “significant” it is and is gratified by his identity.
But, at the same time, his further statement became a contentious matter. The former New Jersey Nets player said that he feels gratified that his wife is “white.” To quote what he exactly said- “I’m very proud to be African-American. But I’m also very proud that my wife is white, and I’m also very proud that my three very beautiful, unbelievable kids are a combination of us.”
This statement became the talk of the town in no time and raked in mixed reactions. Some associated it with racism, while some held a view that he actually highlighted the importance of his and his wife’s identity as an individual, and this statement shows that he is respectful towards every individual’s identity.
Hubert Davis’ life revolves around the love of his life- his family and basketball. The exceptionally gifted basketball coach is quite considerate about how he can uplift his knowledge, thrives on giving his best to his kids, and always looks up to his wife’s participation in making every meager and big decision.