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 professional baseball player currently playing for the Philadelphia Phillies as a first baseman and right fielder in MLB. He formerly played for the Washington Nationals. He is known for his hitting prowess and has been a prominent figure in Major League Baseball since his debut.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

October 16, 1992: Bryce Harper Born

Bryce Aron Max Harper was born on October 16, 1992. He is an American professional baseball first baseman and right fielder.

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May 2009: Sports Illustrated Cover

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, reclassifying to be eligible earlier for the MLB draft.

2010: Enrolled at College of Southern Nevada

For the 2010 college season, Bryce Harper, then 17, enrolled at the College of Southern Nevada, where he played as a catcher. He was named the 2010 SWAC Player of the Year and broke the school's home run record.

April 2011: Received Contact Lenses

In April 2011, Bryce Harper visited an optometrist who prescribed him contact lenses. Following this, Harper's performance significantly improved.

2014: Withdrawal from Japan All-Star Series

After the 2014 season, Bryce Harper had planned to participate in the 2014 Major League Baseball Japan All-Star Series, but later withdrew from it.

2014: Harper and Varner get engaged

Bryce Harper and his girlfriend Kayla Varner got engaged in 2014.

January 2015: Harper and Varner wedding called off

In January 2015, Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner's wedding, initially planned for this month, did not take place.

July 2016: Harper and Varner reconcile and re-engage

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 pitcher José Fernández, who held Harper to a career .211 batting average against him, passed away in a boat crash.

December 2016: Harper and Varner get married

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

2016: Harper discusses his faith and role as a 'Book of Mormon'

In 2016, Bryce Harper stated he felt his Heavenly Father wanted him to be a 'walking Book of Mormon' and to touch lives by being the best Mormon he can be, both on and off the field.

2018: Harper supports the Vegas Golden Knights

In 2018, Bryce Harper showed support for the Vegas Golden Knights during their Stanley Cup Finals run by putting their logo on his bat. He is a known fan of the team and dropped the puck at a game during their inaugural season.

2018: Bryce Harper Field dedicated in Washington, D.C.

In 2018, the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation and the District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation renovated a baseball field in D.C. and named it Bryce Harper Field.

August 22, 2019: Harper's first child born

On August 22, 2019, Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner welcomed their first child, a son, in Las Vegas while Harper was on paternity leave.

March 2020: MLB Season Suspension

In March 2020, the MLB season was suspended indefinitely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

November 2020: Harper's second child born

In November 2020, Bryce Harper and Kayla Varner welcomed their second child, a daughter.

November 23, 2022: Tommy John Surgery

On November 23, 2022, Harper underwent Tommy John surgery for a ligament tear and was expected to return as the Phillies' everyday designated hitter around the All-Star break. He returned earlier than expected in May, using a large arm brace.