Childhood and Education Journey of Sam Hunt in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 26, 2025

An overview of the childhood and early education of Sam Hunt, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Sam Hunt is an American country music singer and songwriter. Before his music career, the Georgia native played football in high school and college, even considering a professional career in the sport. He ultimately signed with MCA Nashville in 2014 and transitioned into country music.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

December 8, 1984: Sam Hunt's Birth

On December 8, 1984, Sam Lowry Hunt, an American country music singer and songwriter, was born in Cedartown, Georgia.

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2002: High School Football Success

In 2002, Sam Hunt was named 2002 Co-Offensive Player of the Year, selected for the Georgia Sportswriters Association All-State Class AAA first-team, and was a Wendy's High School Heisman nominee while playing football at Cedartown High School.

2003: Joins Middle Tennessee State University Football

In 2003, Sam Hunt was a quarterback at Middle Tennessee State University; he dressed for every game but did not play.

2004: Limited Football Action

In 2004, Sam Hunt had limited action in six games for Middle Tennessee State University, attempting one pass and rushing once for one yard.

2005: Transfer to UAB

In 2005, Sam Hunt transferred to the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and redshirted his first season.

2006: Football Season Hampered by Injuries

During the 2006 season at UAB, Sam Hunt played in only seven games due to injuries, completing 48 of 82 passes for 655 yards, two touchdowns and five interceptions. He also rushed 69 times for 159 yards and one touchdown.

2007: Final College Football Season

In 2007, Sam Hunt completed 155 of 331 passes for 1,905 yards, 10 touchdowns and 14 interceptions for UAB. He also rushed 68 times for 287 yards and two touchdowns. He majored in philosophy before graduating with a business degree in economics.