Early Life and Education of Bol Bol: A Complete Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 29, 2025

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

Bol Manute Bol is a South Sudanese-American professional basketball player currently playing for the Phoenix Suns in the NBA. Standing at 7 feet 3 inches, he is one of the tallest players in the league. He is the son of the late Manute Bol, a former NBA player also known for his exceptional height. Bol was born in Sudan and raised in the Kansas City area. He was a highly-regarded high school player in the class of 2018, earning a five-star recruit rating and McDonald's All-American honors before playing college basketball for the Oregon Ducks.

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1998: Manute Bol Accused

In 1998, after an American missile strike during the Second Sudanese Civil War, Bol's father, Manute Bol, was accused of being an American spy and barred from leaving Sudan.

November 16, 1999: Bol Bol's Birth

On November 16, 1999, Bol Bol was born in Khartoum, Sudan. He is the son of former NBA player Manute Bol.

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2001: Family Stranded in Cairo

In 2001, Bol Bol's family was stranded in Cairo, Egypt for several months due to visa issues despite having tickets to the United States.

2013: Brother's College Graduation

In 2013, Bol Bol's brother, Madut, graduated from Southern University where he played college basketball.

December 11, 2014: Junior Varsity Debut

On December 11, 2014, Bol Bol debuted for the Bishop Miege junior varsity team, showcasing his shot-blocking and shooting abilities.

February 2015: Varsity Eligibilty

In February 2015, Bol Bol became eligible for the Bishop Miege varsity team due to transfer rules, although he did not earn playing time.

March 4, 2015: Comparison to Kevin Durant

On March 4, 2015, the sports website Bleacher Report compared Bol Bol to a taller Kevin Durant.

April 2016: Kansas Scholarship Offer

In April 2016, Bol Bol received a scholarship offer from the University of Kansas.

November 2016: Transfer to Mater Dei High School

In November 2016, Bol Bol announced his transfer from Bishop Miege to Mater Dei High School in Santa Ana, California for his junior year, encouraged by head coach Gary McKnight.