History of Adrian Wojnarowski in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: September 20, 2024

Adrian Wojnarowski, widely known as "Woj," is a prominent American sports journalist specializing in the NBA. He gained significant recognition for his insider reporting and breaking news, primarily for ESPN and Yahoo! Sports, before joining ESPN.

March 4, 1969: Adrian Wojnarowski is Born

Adrian Wojnarowski, American sports columnist and reporter, was born on March 4, 1969.

1987: Wojnarowski Graduates High School

Adrian Wojnarowski graduated from Bristol Central High School in 1987.

1991: Wojnarowski Graduates College

Adrian Wojnarowski graduated from St. Bonaventure University in 1991.

1995: Wojnarowski Becomes Columnist for the Fresno Bee

In 1995, Adrian Wojnarowski began working as a columnist for the Fresno Bee, after writing for smaller papers.

1997: Wojnarowski Joins The Record, Wins "Columnist of the Year"

Adrian Wojnarowski began working for The Record in New Jersey in 1997. His work earned him the "Columnist of the Year" award from the Associated Press Sports Editors that same year.

2002: Wojnarowski Wins Second "Columnist of the Year" Award

In 2002, Adrian Wojnarowski won his second "Columnist of the Year" award from the Associated Press Sports Editors for his work with The Record.

2006: Wojnarowski Publishes Best-Selling Book

Adrian Wojnarowski published "The Miracle of St. Anthony: A Season with Coach Bob Hurley and Basketball's Most Improbable Dynasty" in 2006, which became a New York Times best-seller.

2007: Wojnarowski Joins Yahoo! Sports

Adrian Wojnarowski left The Record to join Yahoo! Sports full-time in 2007.

March 2009: Wojnarowski and Wetzel Publish Report on Connecticut Huskies

In March 2009, Adrian Wojnarowski and Dan Wetzel co-authored a story exposing recruiting violations within the Connecticut Huskies men's basketball program.

2010: Wojnarowski Sued by Penguin Group, Responds to Criticism

Adrian Wojnarowski was sued by Penguin Group in 2010 for missing a book deadline. He attributed the issue to miscommunication and committed to returning the advance.

2010: Wojnarowski Listed in "Worst of Sports Media"

Due to criticism regarding his coverage of LeBron James, Adrian Wojnarowski was listed #1 in Sports Media Watch's "Worst of Sports Media" in 2010.

July 1, 2017: Wojnarowski Joins ESPN

Adrian Wojnarowski joined ESPN on July 1, 2017, making his debut on the midnight edition of SportsCenter.

June 20, 2019: Wojnarowski Receives Tony Kubek Award

On June 20, 2019, Adrian Wojnarowski was awarded the inaugural Tony Kubek Award for Media Excellence by the National Polish-American Sports Hall of Fame.

July 10, 2020: Wojnarowski Suspended by ESPN

On July 10, 2020, Adrian Wojnarowski was suspended by ESPN for his unprofessional response to Senator Josh Hawley's letter questioning the NBA's stance on social justice issues.

May 2022: Wojnarowski Receives Honorary Doctorate

In May 2022, Adrian Wojnarowski received an honorary doctorate from his alma mater, St. Bonaventure University.

September 18, 2024: Wojnarowski Retires from News Coverage

Adrian Wojnarowski announced his retirement from news coverage on September 18, 2024, to assume the role of general manager for the men's basketball team at St. Bonaventure University.