Bradley Vincent Calipari Biography – Former Collegiate Basketball Player And John Calipari’s Son

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Bradley Vincent Calipari Biography

Bradley Vincent Calipari is a former collegiate basketball player. Source: Bradley's Instagram.

  • Birth DateNovember 11, 1997
  • Birth Name Bradley Vincent Calipari
  • Age 27
  • Also Known As Brad Calipari
  • Father's Name John Vincent Calipari
  • Mother's Name Ellen Calipari
  • Birth Place Ridgewood, New Jersey
  • Birth Sign Scorpio
  • Nationality American
  • Profession Basketball Coach
  • Relationship Status Not Confirmed
  • Education Bachelors Degree in Communication
  • Instagram https://www.instagram.com/brad.calipari/

Last updated on May 16th, 2022 at 06:10 am

Bradley Vincent Calipari is a former college basketball player. He is John Calipari’s son, who is an American basketball coach. The sportsperson followed in his father’s footsteps and has played basketball since his teenage years. 

The basketball star is mostly known as Brad Calipari. He is a prominent figure in his profession and has impressive career stats. In addition to being the son of a famous basketball coach, Brad is an outstanding performer in his own way.

Even though the player’s basketball career is a known affair, very little is known about his private life. His fans must also have many questions regarding his personal details. So, let’s know more about him.

Grew Up With Two Sisters

Brad Calipari was born on the 11th of November, 1997, in New Jersey, United States. He is the youngest child of his parents, John Calipari and Ellen Calipari. He grew up with his two elder sisters, Erin Calipari and Megan Rae Calipari.

Bradley Vincent Calipari Childhood and Parents
Bradley Vincent Calipari’s parents are always supportive of him. Source: Bradley’s Instagram.

 

The basketball star’s father is a successful basketball coach, while his mother is an exceptional homemaker who loves baking and crafting. Considering his parents’ success, the Calipari siblings must have had a comfortable childhood.

John Calipari’s son, Brad received his schooling at Lexington Christian Academy and MacDuffie School, from where he graduated high school. Afterward, Brad attended the University of Kentucky. He then transferred to the University of Detroit Mercy, where he completed his college and basketball career.

Calipari got his first tattoo before starting his freshman year at the University of Kentucky. He embodies his tattoo’s significance: Earned not Given. The tattoo symbolized that he earned a spot on the University of Kentucky Men’s Basketball team without any help from his father. He is currently enrolled at the University of Kentucky for his Master’s Degree.

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Bradley Vincent Calipari Net Worth and Career

Brad Calipari started playing basketball in his high school days. He was a member of the Wildcats team from 2017 to 2019. After that, he transferred to Detroit Mercy where he completed his college career. Bradley Vincent Calipari’s net worth must be significant, considering his success and popularity.

The former collegiate basketball player has completed his college. So, let’s look at his career stats.

Season School Conference Games FG% ORB DRB FTA PTS
2016-17 Kentucky SEC 15 .154 1 2 5 8
2017-18  Kentucky SEC 12 .143 0 2 0 3
2019-20 Detroit Horizon 27 .381 5 25 24 165
2020-21 Detroit Horizon 6 .000 0 3 2 1

Source: Sports Reference

The former Kentucky player has rejoined the University of Kentucky men’s basketball staff as a graduate assistant coach at the beginning of the 2021-22 season. He is pursuing a master’s in kinesiology with an emphasis in sports leadership while working as a member of the UK coaching staff.

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According to Salary.com, a college assistant basketball coach in Kentucky earns $55,166 on average. Bradley Vincent Calipari’s net worth can be estimated to be affluent, looking at his hefty income.

Furthermore, Brad’s father John Calipari is one of the highest-paid NCAA basketball coaches in the country with a net worth of $25 million.

Is Bradley Vincent Calipari Single?

Brad is a young, successful athlete who is also popular for his dashing looks and good manners. Like many other celebrities and well-known individuals, he prefers to keep his personal and romantic life private. 

John Calipari’s son has been rumored to have at least one previous relationship. However, he’s never been married before. Bradley Vincent Calipari’s girlfriend, previous relationships, and personal life are all kept private. It is possible that Brad is currently single.

Well, Brad has worked hard and long to make a name on his own. We wish the former basketball player luck and success in his coaching career and future endeavors.