Early Life and Education of Bobby Hurley: A Complete Timeline

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Bobby Hurley

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Bobby Hurley. A timeline of key moments.

Bobby Hurley is an American college basketball coach currently leading the Arizona State Sun Devils. Before ASU, he served as head coach at the University at Buffalo. He is a former professional basketball player.

June 28, 1971: Robert Hurley Born

On June 28, 1971, Robert M. Hurley was born. He later became an American college basketball coach and former professional player, known for his role as the head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devils.

1985: St. Anthony High School Start

In 1985, Bobby Hurley began his basketball career at St. Anthony High School in Jersey City.

1989: Joins Duke University

In 1989, Bobby Hurley began playing point guard for Duke University under Coach Mike Krzyzewski.

1989: St. Anthony HS success

In 1989, during his senior year at St. Anthony High School, Bobby Hurley averaged 20 points, 8 assists, and 3 steals, leading the team to a 32-0 record and the No. 1 ranking in the United States.

May 1992: Arrested for Drunk Driving

In May 1992, Bobby Hurley was arrested and charged with drunk driving in Durham County, North Carolina, later pleading guilty to a lesser charge.

December 12, 1993: Car Accident

On December 12, 1993, Bobby Hurley was involved in a severe car accident in his rookie season, resulting in life-threatening injuries after being broadsided by a station wagon and thrown from his SUV.

1994: Appearance in Blue Chips

In 1994, Bobby Hurley appeared in the feature film "Blue Chips", playing for the Indiana team under coach Bobby Knight.

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November 2, 1995: Marriage to Leslie Palceski

On November 2, 1995, Bobby Hurley married Leslie Palceski.

2001: Songandaprayer Wins

In 2001, Songandaprayer, a horse owned by Bobby Hurley, won the Fountain of Youth Stakes.

December 2009: Lawsuit by PNC Bank

In December 2009, Bobby Hurley was sued by PNC Bank for defaulting on a $1 million loan used to purchase Songandaprayer.

2010: Devil Eleven Stables Foreclosure

In 2010, Devil Eleven Stables, owned by Bobby Hurley, went into foreclosure.

2011: Devil Eleven Stables Sold

In 2011, Devil Eleven Stables, owned by Bobby Hurley, was sold following foreclosure.