Childhood and Education Journey of Bryce Harper in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Bryce Harper, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Bryce Harper is a prominent American professional baseball player currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies as a first baseman and right fielder in Major League Baseball (MLB). Prior to joining the Phillies, he played for the Washington Nationals. He is known for his hitting prowess and has garnered significant attention and accolades throughout his career in MLB.

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October 16, 1992: Bryce Harper's Birth

On October 16, 1992, Bryce Aron Max Harper was born. He is an American professional baseball player.

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May 2009: Sports Illustrated Cover Story

In May 2009, Bryce Harper was featured in a Sports Illustrated cover story, being compared to LeBron James.

October 2009: Earned GED

In October 2009, Bryce Harper earned his GED in his junior year of high school.

2010: College Season at Southern Nevada

For the 2010 college season, Bryce Harper, at 17, enrolled at the College of Southern Nevada, where he played as a catcher. He achieved remarkable stats, including 31 home runs and 98 RBIs.

April 2011: Contact Lenses and Improved Performance

In April 2011, after a slow start in the minor leagues, Bryce Harper got contact lenses, which dramatically improved his hitting performance.

2014: Engagement to Kayla Varner

In 2014, Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner were engaged.

January 2015: Wedding postponed

In January 2015, Bryce Harper's wedding with Kayla Varner, which had been planned for that month, did not take place.

2015: Featured in ESPN's The Magazine Body Issue

In 2015, Bryce Harper was featured naked in ESPN's The Magazine 2015 Body Issue.

July 2016: Reconciliation and re-engagement

In July 2016, Kayla Varner announced her reconciliation and re-engagement with Bryce Harper.

September 2016: Death of José Fernández

In September 2016, Miami Marlins ace José Fernández, who had a notable rivalry with Harper, passed away in a boat crash.

December 2016: Marriage at the San Diego California Temple

In December 2016, Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner were married at the San Diego California Temple.

2016: Appearance on The Tonight Show and Under Armour deal

In 2016, Bryce Harper appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to play Catch Phrase. Also in 2016, Harper signed a 10-year extension with Under Armour.

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2016: Being a 'walking Book of Mormon'

In a 2016 interview, Harper stated his belief that his Heavenly Father wanted him to be a "walking Book of Mormon", aiming to touch people's lives by playing baseball and being a good member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints both on and off the field.

2018: Support for the Vegas Golden Knights

In 2018, during the Vegas Golden Knights' run to the Stanley Cup Finals, Bryce Harper put the team's logo on his bat.

August 22, 2019: Birth of first child

On August 22, 2019, Bryce Harper's first child, a son, was born in Las Vegas, while Harper was on paternity leave.

2019: Appearance on The Tonight Show and MLB The Show 19 Cover

In 2019, Bryce Harper appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to play the video game MLB The Show 19, as Harper was the cover athlete for the game.

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