On this day, some kid named Steph Curry delivered one of the most iconic games in SoCon history.

A Career Night in Fleming Gym

On February 13, 2008, Stephen Curry netted a career-high 41 points on 14-of-26 shooting and a flawless 9-for-9 performance from the free-throw line as Davidson rallied to defeat UNC Greensboro 83–78 at Fleming Gymnasium. The Wildcats overcame a 17-point second-half deficit — their largest of the season — to extend their winning streak.

Trailing 60–43, Curry ignited a 24–5 run, scoring 15 points during the surge. His baseline jumper with 9:09 remaining gave the Wildcats a 67–65 lead — their first of the game — and shifted the momentum permanently. In the closing seconds, Curry calmly sank two free throws with 2.7 seconds remaining to seal the comeback victory.

The win marked Davidson’s 14th straight victory and clinched the Southern Conference South Division title. Even more impressive, it extended the Wildcats’ SoCon regular-season winning streak to 26 consecutive games. By season’s end, Davidson would complete an undefeated Southern Conference campaign.

The Spartans Standout Effort

While Curry’s heroics stole the spotlight, UNC Greensboro delivered a formidable performance. Kyle Hines led the Spartans with 27 points and 12 rebounds. Kevin Oleksiak added 26 points on 10-of-16 shooting, including 5-of-6 from three-point range.

UNCG entered the contest at 13–10 overall and 7–7 in conference play, and for much of the evening, it appeared poised for a statement victory. However, Curry’s offensive explosion ultimately proved too much to overcome.

The 2007–08 Season: A Historic SoCon Campaign

Curry’s 41-point outing was not an isolated brilliance but part of a historic 2007–08 season. He averaged:

• 25.9 points per game
• 4.6 rebounds per game
• 2.9 assists per game

His offensive dominance propelled Davidson to a perfect run through Southern Conference play. The Wildcats’ success did not stop there.

Davidson stormed into the 2008 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament and captured national attention with a stunning Elite Eight run. The Wildcats upset Gonzaga, Georgetown, and Wisconsin before narrowly falling to eventual national champion Kansas, 59–57.

Meanwhile, UNC Greensboro finished the season 19–12 overall and 12–8 in conference play. Their campaign concluded on March 9 with an 82–52 loss to Davidson in the SoCon Tournament — further highlighting the Wildcats’ dominance that season.

Curry’s SoCon Legacy

Stephen Curry’s performance on February 13 stands as one of the defining moments in Southern Conference basketball history. Yet his broader collegiate résumé cements his place among the league’s legends.

By the end of his Davidson career, Curry:

• Became the Southern Conference’s all-time leading scorer with 2,635 points
• Set the SoCon career record for made three-pointers with 414
• Established an NCAA single-season record with 162 three-pointers in 2008
• Earned SoCon Freshman of the Year honors in 2007
• Won SoCon Player of the Year twice

His ability to take over games — as he did against UNC Greensboro — became a hallmark of his career. The 41-point comeback performance exemplified the scoring instinct, composure, and competitive fire that would later define his professional success.

Davidson’s SoCon Era

Davidson competed in the Southern Conference most recently from the 1992–93 season through 2013–14. The 2007–08 campaign stands as the pinnacle of their SoCon tenure.

Following the 2013–14 season, Davidson left for the Atlantic 10 Conference. Yet moments like February 13, 2008 remain foundational to the program’s identity and the conference’s rich tradition.

Why This Moment Matters in SoCon Basketball History

The Southern Conference has long been home to elite talent and unforgettable performances. Curry’s 41-point explosion represents more than a single-game achievement — it symbolizes:

• The rise of a transcendent player in a mid-major conference
• The resilience of a team capable of historic comebacks
• The foundation of a magical NCAA Tournament run
• A milestone in an undefeated conference season

For fans searching for Southern Conference basketball history, this date serves as a reminder that greatness can emerge anywhere — even in a mid-February conference matchup in North Carolina.

The Point After

February 13, 2008 stands as a defining chapter in Today in SoCon History. Stephen Curry’s career-high 41 points powered Davidson through adversity, clinched a division title, and accelerated a season that would become legendary. The Wildcats’ undefeated Southern Conference run and Elite Eight appearance elevated the profile of the league and etched Curry’s name permanently into SoCon basketball history.

Moments like this capture the essence of great SoCon athletes during their successful conference careers — performances that transcend box scores and become timeless benchmarks. In the story of the Southern Conference, Curry’s 41-point comeback performance remains one of its brightest chapters.