Data updated: July 2026

Steve Hess β
@steve13hess Β· Instagram Β· US Β· basketball
About Steve Hess
Steve Hess is a basketball coach and owner of Hess Elite, with a professional background that includes coaching the Denver Nuggets from 1996 to 2017. He is recognized for his authoritative and educational approach to basketball, sports, and fitness content. With a total of 15,382 followers, Steve operates within the micro influencer category, providing insights and inspiration to his audience. His content includes static posts, reels, and long-form videos, showcasing his expertise and passion for the sport. Some content may require brand review.
@steve13hess's followers & following
@steve13hess currently has 15,382 followers on Instagram and follows 6,529 accounts, a follower-to-following ratio of 2.36. That places the account in the micro tier of basketball creators.
@steve13hess's content
@steve13hess has published 2,464 posts to date, working across static-posts, reels, long-form-video. The account's content is classified under basketball, sports, fitness. Bio: βOwner of Hess EliteβοΈ Coach Denver Nuggets 1996-2017βοΈ KABOOM Effectπ₯β
AI quality check on @steve13hess
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@steve13hess's rankings on Zaver
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@steve13hess's audience
Audience snapshot
70% male Β· 30% female
Core age group35-44
Steve's audience skews predominantly male at 70%, with a significant age demographic of 35-44 years. The majority of his followers are based in the US, indicating a focused and engaged community interested in basketball and fitness.
Collaboration pricing
Price tierPremium
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Brands in the sports, fitness, and coaching sectors may find a suitable partnership with Steve Hess. His authoritative and professional tone resonates well with audiences seeking expert advice and inspiration in these areas, making him an ideal collaborator for brands looking to reach a dedicated sports community.
Frequently asked questions
How many Instagram followers does @steve13hess have?
As of July 2026, @steve13hess has 15,382 followers (15K) on Instagram, follows 6,529 accounts, and has published 2,464 posts. Zaver refreshes these numbers on a rolling basis.
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How much does @steve13hess charge for a sponsored post?
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What is @steve13hess's net worth?
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Does @steve13hess have fake followers?
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Who follows @steve13hess?
@steve13hess's 15K followers skew 70% male / 30% female, core age group 35-44. Full audience breakdowns β age bands, gender split and country-level distribution β are part of @steve13hess's report on Zaver.
Which influencers are similar to @steve13hess?
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What is the follower count?
Steve Hess has 15,382 followers.
What is the engagement rate?
The engagement rate is currently not available.
What is the collaboration pricing?
Steve is estimated to be in the premium price tier for collaborations.
What is the content niche?
Steve primarily focuses on basketball, with secondary niches in sports and fitness.
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