Early Life and Education of Mark Richt: A Complete Timeline

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Mark Richt

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

Mark Richt is a former American college football coach and player, now a television analyst. He is most known for his 15-year tenure as head coach at the University of Georgia, where he won two SEC championships and five SEC division titles. He also coached at the University of Miami for three years, winning one ACC division title. Richt received multiple Coach of the Year awards, including SEC Coach of the Year twice and ACC Coach of the Year once. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2023.

February 18, 1960: Mark Richt's Birth

On February 18, 1960, Mark Allan Richt was born in Omaha, Nebraska.

1967: Richt Family Moves to Boulder, Colorado

In 1967, the Richt family relocated to Boulder, Colorado, due to Lou Richt's new job.

1973: Richt Family Moves to South Florida

In 1973, the Richt family moved to South Florida after Lou was transferred, where Mark would eventually graduate from high school.

1978: Richt Starts Playing at University of Miami

In 1978, Mark Richt began playing football at the University of Miami.

1982: Richt Completes Playing at University of Miami

In 1982, Mark Richt completed his playing career at the University of Miami.

1987: Katharyn's Graduation and Meeting Mark Richt

In 1987, Katharyn Francis graduated from Florida State with an economics degree, where she met Mark Richt.

March 11, 1990: Birth of Jonathan Richt

On March 11, 1990, Jonathan ("Jon") Richt, Mark Richt's son, was born.

December 1, 1994: Birth of David Richt

On December 1, 1994, David Richt, Mark Richt's son, was born.

May 15, 1996: Birth of Zach Richt

On May 15, 1996, Zach Richt, Mark Richt's adopted son, was born.

February 13, 1997: Birth of Anya Richt

On February 13, 1997, Anya Richt, Mark Richt's adopted daughter, was born.

1999: Adoption of Zach and Anya

In 1999, Mark Richt and his wife adopted Zach and Anya from Ukraine.

2006: Appearance in Facing the Giants

In 2006, Mark Richt appeared in the movie "Facing the Giants" as the former coach of the main character, Grant Taylor.

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October 25, 2008: ESPN's College GameDay Documentary

On October 25, 2008, ESPN's College GameDay featured a documentary detailing the Richts' adoption of Zach and Anya from Ukraine.

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2016: Katharyn Earns Nursing Degree

In 2016, Katharyn Richt earned a nursing degree.

October 21, 2019: Suffered Heart Attack

On October 21, 2019, Mark Richt announced via Twitter that he had suffered a heart attack but had survived and intended to resume normal activities.

July 1, 2021: Diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease

On July 1, 2021, Mark Richt announced via Twitter that he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.