Childhood and Education Journey of LaMelo Ball in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 19, 2026

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

LaMelo Ball is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Charlotte Hornets in the NBA. Drafted third overall in 2020 by the Hornets, Ball quickly made an impact, earning the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2021. His success continued, as he was named an NBA All-Star in 2022, solidifying his status as a rising star in the league.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

August 22, 2001: LaMelo Ball's Birth

On August 22, 2001, LaMelo LaFrance Ball was born. He later became a professional basketball player for the Charlotte Hornets of the NBA.

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2009: NBL Game Time Change

In 2009, the NBL switched to 40-minute games, before LaMelo Ball became the fourth player in league history to record consecutive triple-doubles.

December 26, 2016: Made Half-Court Shot

On December 26, 2016, LaMelo Ball gained national attention for making a half-court shot two seconds into a game.

February 4, 2017: First High School Loss

On February 4, 2017, LaMelo Ball suffered his first high school loss despite scoring a game-high 36 points, with Oak Hill Academy ending Chino Hills' 60-game win streak.

June 26, 2017: Appearance on WWE Raw

On June 26, 2017, LaMelo Ball appeared on a segment of WWE Raw with his family, during which he used inappropriate language, leading to an apology from the WWE.

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August 2017: Launch of Ball in the Family

In August 2017, LaMelo Ball became one of the subjects in the Facebook Watch reality show Ball in the Family, which documents the lives of his family members.

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August 31, 2017: Release of Melo Ball 1 (MB1) signature shoe

On August 31, 2017, Big Baller Brand released the Melo Ball 1 (MB1), a signature shoe for LaMelo Ball, making him the youngest athlete to ever have a signature shoe.

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September 8, 2017: "Melo Ball 1" Released by Lonzo Ball

On September 8, 2017, LaMelo Ball was the subject of a rap single titled "Melo Ball 1" released by his brother, Lonzo.

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October 2, 2017: Left Chino Hills to be Homeschooled

On October 2, 2017, LaMelo Ball left Chino Hills High School to be homeschooled due to his father's disapproval of the new head coach and school administration.

2017: Rise of LaVar Ball as a Media Personality

In 2017, LaMelo Ball's father, LaVar, became a prominent media personality.

2017: LaVar Ball becomes a polarizing media personality

In 2017, LaVar Ball, LaMelo's father, became a popular but polarizing sports media personality known for making outlandish remarks about his and his sons' careers.

2017: Melo Ball 1 Release and Eligibility Concerns

In 2017, the release of LaMelo Ball's Melo Ball 1 signature shoe by Big Baller Brand threatened his eligibility under the NCAA.

November 5, 2018: Joined SPIRE Institute and Academy

On November 5, 2018, LaMelo Ball joined SPIRE Institute and Academy, a prep school in Geneva, Ohio, after skipping his junior year and part of his senior year to play professionally.

November 2018: Expressed Interest in College Basketball

In November 2018, LaMelo Ball expressed interest in playing college basketball upon his return to high school, despite eligibility concerns.

2018: Played in the Junior Basketball Association and returned to High School

In 2018, LaMelo Ball played in the Junior Basketball Association (JBA), a league created by his father. Afterwards, he returned to high school as a senior with SPIRE Academy in Geneva, Ohio.

2025: Popularity on TikTok with "Doot Doot (6 7)"

In mid-to-late 2025, highlight video edits of LaMelo Ball, featuring the song "Doot Doot (6 7) by Skrilla", became popular on TikTok as part of the 6-7 meme.

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