Charlie Stevens loved working for San Antonio Spurs. Then Dan Hurley and UConn called

Charlie Stevens, the former player engagement coordinator for the San Antonio Spurs, left the team to become the General Manager of UConn's men's basketball program. Stevens joined UConn on September 1, 2026, replacing longtime assistant Tom Moore, who had taken on the GM role for one season before UConn decided to search for a permanent successor.

The move was influenced by Stevens' long-standing relationship with UConn's associate head coach Kimani Young, who coached both Stevens and his brother, Henry, in AAU ball. Stevens' appointment was made after a three-month search process, following UConn's loss to Michigan in the NCAA championship game.

Stevens, who had spent the past five seasons in various roles within the Spurs organization, was particularly impressed by UConn's championship culture and their rigorous testing of players. He felt that UConn's program would allow him to continue working with top talent, much like he had done at the Spurs. Stevens also noted that the Spurs were a great place to work, and he was happy there, but the opportunity to return to his roots and further develop as a GM was too compelling to pass up.

In his new role, Stevens is directly involved in recruiting efforts, managing relationships with recruits, their families, prep coaches, and agents. He earns a salary of $350,000 per year and is committed to a holistic approach to player development, considering both on-court and off-court factors. Since his arrival, UConn has seen significant success, with the addition of two top-15 recruits, NaVorro Bowman Jr. and Jordan Page, giving them the nation's second-best recruiting class.