We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Devin Hudson a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Devin, thanks for joining us today. Let’s talk legacy – what sort of legacy do you hope to build?

In the past, whenever I heard the word “legacy” or was asked, “What do you want your legacy to be?” it always seemed directed more toward men. However, we know that one definition of “legacy” is “something transmitted by or received from an ancestor, predecessor, or the past.”

My father, Eldridge Hudson Jr., has built a legacy as one of the greatest basketball players of the 1980s. Had it not been for his knee injury at UNLV under the legendary Jerry Tarkanian, he might have been even greater than Magic Johnson.

Following in my father’s footsteps, I played Division I basketball, but over time, I’ve come to realize that the intangible impact we leave behind far outweighs anything physical.

I want my legacy to be that every person who crossed paths with me felt seen, heard, and understood. That they knew they belonged in this world, that their life had purpose, and above all, that they were deeply loved.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

If I’m being honest, there have been many times when it felt like I just stumbled into what I do now. But when I take a step back and reflect on the many jobs I’ve had, I see how each one played a pivotal role in leading me to this point—it all makes sense.

I’ll start with Brand Management. I began as a social media coordinator, simply creating the content that was asked of me. But as I worked, I kept coming back to three key questions: What is our why? When people see this, how do we want them to feel? What story are we trying to tell? If I couldn’t fully break down and walk through these questions, I felt stuck.

Over time, I realized my goal was bigger than just creating content for the sake of it. I wanted to uncover the deeper purpose—the values and identity that set us apart. That shift in perspective changed everything. When I first started, our four social accounts had a combined 14K followers; now, they’ve grown to over 120K and so much more! Since then, it’s been an incredible journey of learning, overcoming challenges, and growing—alongside amazing colleagues, volunteers and an incredible boss.

The role of Color Analyst for college basketball became possible because someone remembered that I had previously done red carpet interviews and hosted my own podcast. When I was offered the opportunity, I was extremely nervous about returning to the world of women’s basketball after being away for so long.

It requires a lot of studying, attention to detail, and, of course, having an amazing play-by-play partner definitely helps. This role is now leading me back to reviving my podcast, where I once had the privilege of interviewing ESPN Analyst Jay Bilas for my dad’s documentary, which is currently in the works.

In both roles, I’ve found one common thread: it’s important to truly care about why you do what you do and why you say what you say. You are a walking brand, and when you’re representing others, it’s always bigger than just you—so walk in excellence.

How do you keep your team’s morale high?

When leading a team and maintaining high morale, it’s essential to remind people that they matter—that their contributions play a pivotal role in the success of the business. At the same time, it’s just as important to reinforce that we are all representatives of the brand.

As creatives, it’s easy to push for what we personally believe is best. While there’s certainly a time and place for innovation, the key question remains: What does the brand require? Does our vision align with the brand’s goals, or are we letting personal preferences take the lead?

I always say that when working for someone’s business, the best thing we can do is first show that we care—enough to fully understand what they want to communicate to the world. Once we’ve done that, if there’s room for suggestions and improvements, then we go for it!

When an entire team operates with a brand-first mindset, personal preferences take a backseat. This not only fosters alignment but also minimizes conflicts, creating a positive work environment and a stronger retention rate.

We’d love to hear a story of resilience from your journey.

When I was 19, I was a scholarship athlete, living what most would consider a dream. But that dream almost came to a halt when I found out I was pregnant. I had no idea what to do or who to turn to. In the end, I made the difficult decision to have an abortion at 13 weeks.

At the time, I was advised not to play for two weeks to avoid the risk of hemorrhaging. But I was young, scared, and felt like I couldn’t tell anyone what I had just been through or why I wasn’t supposed to compete. So, I kept playing—despite the heavy bleeding. That period of my life was terrifying, yet somehow, I played some of my best games while feeling completely broken inside.

For a long time, I couldn’t look at a pregnant woman, hear a baby cry, or hold a child without feeling like I had lost my one chance at motherhood. I convinced myself that I deserved to be punished forever for the decision I had made. It took four years to climb out of that darkness—but I did.

I forgave myself. And now, when I look back, I see how that moment shaped me, how it made me stronger. I live by the belief that no one is undeserving of forgiveness—because I know firsthand that one of the hardest people you’ll ever have to forgive is yourself. And that is the most important.

I now look forward to the day I marry and have beautiful children running around.

Contact Info:

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