Early Life and Education of Steve Kerr: A Complete Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Steve Kerr, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Steve Kerr is a highly successful American basketball coach and former player. Currently the head coach of the Golden State Warriors and the U.S. national team, he's celebrated as one of the NBA's most accurate three-point shooters, holding the record for highest career three-point percentage. Kerr boasts nine NBA championships, five as a player and four as a coach with the Warriors. His coaching achievements led to his recognition as one of the 15 Greatest Coaches in NBA History.

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

September 27, 1965: Stephen Kerr's Birth

On September 27, 1965, Stephen Douglas Kerr was born. He would become a professional basketball coach and former player, noted for his shooting accuracy and multiple NBA championships.

1983: Graduation from High School

In 1983, Steve Kerr graduated from Palisades High School in Los Angeles.

1983: Basketball at the University of Arizona

In 1983, Steve Kerr started playing basketball at the University of Arizona.

January 18, 1984: Father's Death

On January 18, 1984, Steve Kerr's father, Malcolm Kerr, was killed in Beirut while serving as president of the American University of Beirut.

1988: All-American Honors and NBA Draft Selection

In 1988, Steve Kerr earned All-American honors as a senior playing college basketball for the Arizona Wildcats. He was also selected by the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the 1988 NBA draft, marking the beginning of his professional career.

1988: Graduation from the University of Arizona

In 1988, Steve Kerr graduated from the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of General Studies, with an emphasis on history, sociology, and English.

1988: Basketball at the University of Arizona

In 1988, Steve Kerr was playing basketball at the University of Arizona.

1988: Taunting by Sun Devil Fans

In 1988, during pre-game warmups at Arizona State University, Steve Kerr was taunted by Sun Devils fans, but he led the Wildcats to victory despite the provocation.

1990: Marriage to Margot Brennan

In 1990, Steve Kerr married Margot Brennan, his college sweetheart.

December 2008: Mother's Remarriage

In December 2008, Steve Kerr's mother, Ann Kerr, married Kenneth Coogan Adams, becoming Ann Kerr-Adams.

May 5, 2010: Suns wear "Noche Latina" jerseys

On May 5, 2010, the Phoenix Suns, under Steve Kerr's management, wore their "Noche Latina" Los Suns jerseys in Game 2 against the Spurs as a statement against the controversial Arizona immigration law. Kerr himself compared the law to Nazi Germany.

2015: Back issues since the 2015 NBA Finals

After the first two days of the defending champion Warriors' training camp, Steve Kerr took an indefinite leave of absence to rehabilitate his back, which had caused problems since the 2015 NBA Finals.

2016: Public Criticism of Donald Trump

Prior to and following the 2016 United States presidential election, Steve Kerr was publicly critical of Donald Trump, voicing concerns about insults against women and minorities.

September 12, 2017: Death of Kenneth Coogan Adams

On September 12, 2017, Kenneth Coogan Adams, the husband of Steve Kerr's mother, passed away.

October 27, 2020: Endorses Joe Biden for President

On October 27, 2020, Steve Kerr endorsed Joe Biden for president in the November presidential election in an ad created by the anti-Trump Republican Lincoln Project Super PAC.

May 24, 2022: Emotional Remarks on School Shooting and Gun Control

On May 24, 2022, during a press conference, Steve Kerr emotionally addressed the Robb Elementary School shooting in Texas, reiterating his strong support for gun control and criticizing the government's response.