Early Life and Education of Jadeveon Clowney: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jadeveon Clowney. From birth to education, explore key events.

Jadeveon Clowney is a professional American football linebacker currently playing for the Carolina Panthers. He was drafted first overall by the Houston Texans in the 2014 NFL draft after a successful college career with the South Carolina Gamecocks, where he won the Ted Hendricks Award. Clowney spent five seasons with the Texans, earning three Pro Bowl selections. Subsequently, he played for the Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens before joining the Panthers.

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February 14, 1993: Jadeveon Clowney Born

Jadeveon Clowney was born on February 14, 1993, in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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1994: Mother's Employment at Frito-Lay

In 1994, Jadeveon Clowney's mother, Josenna Clowney, began working as a processing technician at the Frito-Lay plant in Charlotte, North Carolina.

1995: Father's Imprisonment

In 1995, Jadeveon Clowney's father, David Morgan, was incarcerated for robbing a Rock Hill check cashing business.

2006: Father's Release from Prison

In 2006, Jadeveon Clowney's father, David Morgan, was released from prison after serving nearly 12 years.

2007: Joined South Pointe Junior Varsity Team

In 2007, as a freshman, Jadeveon Clowney, already 6’ 3” and 200 lbs, played running back and defensive end for South Pointe High School's junior varsity team.

2008: Helped Team to State Semifinal Berth

After 31 seniors graduated in 2008, Jadeveon Clowney helped South Pointe High School achieve a 10-4 record and reach the state semifinals.

2008: Won South Carolina AAAA Division II Title

In 2008, Jadeveon Clowney and South Pointe High School went 15–0, winning the South Carolina AAAA Division II title.

January 2009: Underwent Foot Surgery

In January 2009, Jadeveon Clowney opted to have surgery on a bone spur in his foot after playing nearly the entire 2008 season with the injury.

2010: Named South Carolina's Mr. Football

In 2010, during his senior season, Jadeveon Clowney was named South Carolina's Mr. Football.

February 14, 2011: Committed to South Carolina

On February 14, 2011, his eighteenth birthday, Jadeveon Clowney announced his commitment to the University of South Carolina.

February 2011: Photo Shoot for ESPN the Magazine

In February 2011, Jadeveon Clowney participated in a photo shoot in New York City for an ESPN the Magazine feature story.

2011: Attended University of South Carolina

From 2011, Jadeveon Clowney attended the University of South Carolina.

2011: Competed in Track & Field

In 2011, Jadeveon Clowney competed in track & field events, including sprinting, shot put, and discus throw, achieving a personal-best time of 11.43 seconds in the 100 meters and a personal-best throw of 14.82 meters in the shot put.