Scott Turner Age, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
Scott Turner Age, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
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Wife: Robin Turner
Age: 52 Years
Hometown: Richardson, Texas
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Eric Scott Turner |
| Nickname | Coach T |
| Profession(s) | • American Football Player • Track And Field Athlete • Businessman • Politician • Motivational Speaker • Associate Pastor • Chief Visionary Officer • Dishwasher • Chief Inspiration Officer |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5'10" (178 cm) |
| Weight (approx.) | 86 Kg (189 lbs) |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Track and Field | |
| Domestic/State Teams | University of Illinois Athletics |
| Coach | • Gary Wieneke (Head coach of Illini Men's Track & Field and Cross Country)  |
| Awards, Titles | • Big Ten Indoor Freshman of the Year (1991) • All-America award in 4x400 meter relay indoor team (1991) • Big Ten indoor title in 400 meters (1992) • Big Ten indoor title in 400 meters (1993) • Big Ten Athlete of the Month (January 1993) • All-America award in 4x400 meter relay outdoor team (1993) • All-America award in 4x400 meter relay outdoor team (1994) • First Team, All-Big Ten honors (1992, 1993, 1994) |
| American Football | |
| Debut | College- 1991 National Football League (NFL)- 1995 |
| Jersey Number | #42 (J. J. Pearce High School, Texas, United States)  #21 (NFL)  |
| Position | Cornerback |
| Domestic/State Teams | • Illinois Fighting Illini • Washington Redskins (1995-1997) • San Diego Chargers (1998-2002) • Buffalo Bills (2003) • Denver Broncos (2003-2004) |
| Mentor(s) | • Darrell Green (American Football Player) • Aeneas Williams (American Football Player) • Sherman Smith (American Football Player) • Tim Johnson (American Football Player) |
| Politics | |
| Political Party |  |
| Political Journey | • Internship under Congressman Duncan Hunter (2003) • Worked a full-time job under Congressman Duncan Hunter (2004) • Contested and lost in the Special Primary Election for the California's 50th congressional district (2006) • Elected to the Texas House of Representatives, representing House District (8 January 2013 - 13 January 2015) • Contested and lost the Texas House speaker election (2015) • Elected to the Texas House of Representatives, representing House District (13 January 2015 - 10 January 2017) • Appointed as the First Executive Director of the White House Opportunity and Revitalization Council by the American president Donald Trump (April 2019-January 2021) • Served as America First Policy Institute's (AFPI) Chair of the Center for Education Opportunity • Nominated as the Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) by the American president, Donald Trump (November 2024) |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 26 February 1972 (Saturday) |
| Age (as of 2024) | 52 Years |
| Birthplace | Richardson, Texas |
| Zodiac sign | Pisces |
| Nationality | American |
| Hometown | Richardson, Texas |
| School | J. J. Pearce High School, Texas, United States (1990) |
| College/University | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, United States |
| Educational Qualification | Bachelor of Science in Speech Communications |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Caste | Baptist |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Social Media | • Instagram • Twitter |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Robin Turner (Businesswoman) |
| Marriage Date | Year, 1995 |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Robin Turner (Businesswoman)  |
| Children | Son- Solomon Turner (Adopted when he was 8 years old; American Football Player)  |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Scott Turner
His family had started the Mount Pisgah Baptist Community Church in Dallas, Texas in 1898.
His parents divorced when he was 10 years old.
He worked as a dishwasher in the Spring Creek Barbeque in Richardson, Texas, while studying at J. J. Pearce High School, Texas, United States.
He earned a full academic and athletic scholarship to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and met his wife, Robin Turner when he was 19 in the University.
While studying at the University, he would regularly meet his mentor Tim Johnson every Wednesday morning for Bible study.
He started his career in the offensive position of wide receiver but was later moved to the defensive position of cornerback during his final year of University by his coach.
He was a professional athlete in the National Football League (NFL) from June 1995 to June 2005. He retired from the NFL due to a leg injury resulting from a torn hamstring tendon during training in 2004.
He started his own motivational speaking company in 1996.
His mentor, Darrell Green had advised him about being an NFL player and to prepare to retire every year. According to Scott, this advice helped him plan his future endeavours.
While playing in the NFL, he served as a player representative and worked on the annuity plan, line of duty benefits, and increase in pensions provided by the league.
He has worked as the Chief Inspiration Officer in a software development company, Systemware, Inc. in Texas from April 2007 to June 2023.
He worked as a professional mentor, pastor, and councillor for the employees and executive team of the company.
In 2016, he received an honorary doctorate from Dallas Baptist University for outstanding Christian Leadership.
Scott Turner receiving his honorary doctorate
He has served as the Chief Executive Officer and Founder of the Community Engagement & Opportunity Council in Plano, Texas since March 2021.
He founded the organisation along with his wife, Robin Turner to help the underprivileged and provide them with sustainable resources and opportunities.
In June 2023, he became the Chief Visionary Officer at JPI, a leading construction and development company based out in Dallas, Texas.
Scott Turner working for the JPI
He serves as a Senior Advisor to the Executive Vice President of Football Operations for the National Football League (NFL), Troy Vincent Sr.
He is an associate pastor at Prestonwood Baptist Church.
He serves as a motivational speaker for various organisations including ‘America First Policy Institute’s Center for Education Opportunity,’ ‘America Cornerstone Institute,’ ‘Baylor Scott & White,’ ‘Dallas Baptist University,’
and ‘The Master Cares Foundation.’He runs a men’s custom suit company, Statesman Clothiers along with his wife.
He has worked as a Director of the Central South Region for the NFL Legends Community.
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