Childhood and Education Journey of David Robinson in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of David Robinson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

David Robinson, nicknamed "The Admiral," is a retired American professional basketball player. He played center for the San Antonio Spurs for his entire 14-year NBA career. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate, Robinson is considered one of the greatest centers in basketball history, both in college and the NBA. He is now a minority owner of the Spurs.

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

August 6, 1965: David Robinson Born

On August 6, 1965, David Maurice Robinson was born. He later became a professional basketball player nicknamed "the Admiral".

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1983: Graduation from Osbourn Park

In 1983, David Robinson graduated from Osbourn Park high school.

June 8, 1991: Became a Christian

On June 8, 1991, David Robinson became a Christian after being encouraged to read the Bible.

1991: Marriage to Valerie Hoggatt

In 1991, David Robinson married Valerie Hoggatt.

1991: Offered scholarships to fifth-graders

In 1991, David Robinson visited fifth-graders at Gates Elementary School in San Antonio and challenged them to finish school and go to college, offering a $2,000 scholarship to each who did.

1998: Awarded scholarships to students

In 1998, David Robinson awarded $8,000 to each of the students who completed his challenge from 1991, exceeding his initial promise.

September 2001: Founded Carver Academy

In September 2001, David Robinson and his wife Valerie founded the Carver Academy in San Antonio.

2001: Founded Carver Academy

In 2001, David Robinson founded and funded the Carver Academy in San Antonio, a non-profit private school for inner-city children, investing $9 million.

2008: Founded Admiral Capital Group

In 2008, David Robinson partnered with Daniel Bassichis to form Admiral Capital Group, a private equity firm focused on financial and social returns, to support The Carver Academy.

2011: Master's Degree

In 2011, David Robinson earned a Master of Arts in Administration from the University of the Incarnate Word.

2012: Carver Academy becomes IDEA Carver

In 2012, the Carver Academy became a public charter school and was renamed IDEA Carver. David Robinson remains actively involved.

August 2015: Justin Enrolls at Duke

In August 2015, Justin Robinson began attending Duke University as a "preferred walk-on" for the basketball team, later receiving a scholarship before arriving at Duke.

2016: Corey Ends Football Career

In 2016, Corey Robinson ended his football career at Notre Dame on medical advice after multiple concussions.

2018: Joined V Foundation for Cancer Research's board of directors

In 2018, David Robinson became a member of the V Foundation for Cancer Research's board of directors.

September 18, 2020: Justin Signs with Mornar Bar

On September 18, 2020, Justin Robinson signed with Mornar Bar of Erste Liga in Montenegro, marking the beginning of his professional basketball career.