Early Life and Education of Harrison Barnes: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Harrison Barnes, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Harrison Barnes is a professional basketball player currently playing for the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA. He was drafted 7th overall in 2012 by the Golden State Warriors after playing college basketball for the North Carolina Tar Heels. Barnes won an NBA championship with the Warriors in 2015. He also earned a gold medal as part of the U.S. Olympic team in 2016.

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

1975: ACC Tournament Record

Harrison Barnes scored the most points as a freshman in the ACC tournament since Phil Ford scored 78 points in 1975.

May 30, 1992: Harrison Barnes Born

On May 30, 1992, Harrison Bryce Jordan Barnes was born. He later became a professional basketball player in the NBA.

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October 2008: Unofficial Visit to Kansas

In October 2008, Harrison Barnes took an unofficial visit to Kansas for Late Night in the Phog.

November 13, 2009: Commits to North Carolina

On November 13, 2009, Harrison Barnes announced his decision to join the North Carolina Tar Heels basketball team.

January 20, 2010: Selection to Junior National Select Team

On January 20, 2010, Harrison Barnes was selected to the 2010 Junior National Select Team, which played at the Nike Hoop Summit.

March 10, 2010: Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award

On March 10, 2010, Harrison Barnes won the Morgan Wootten Player of the Year Award, recognizing him as the nation's top player.

November 1, 2010: Preseason All-American

On November 1, 2010, Harrison Barnes was named a preseason All-American by the AP.

December 11, 2010: First Career Double-Double

On December 11, 2010, Harrison Barnes recorded his first career double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds in a victory over Long Beach State University.