Kevan Hurst
A durable and committed English midfielder who carved out a solid professional career across the Football League.
Born 1985 (age 41)·English footballer·Birthday: August 27·Millennials
Biography
Kevan Hurst's story is one of footballing persistence. The midfielder, born in Sheffield, came through the youth academy at his hometown club Sheffield United but truly found his footing as a professional in the lower divisions. A hard-working and technically sound player, he became a familiar figure for clubs like Scunthorpe United, Southend United, and Carlisle United. His time at Southend was particularly notable, where he was a key component in their midfield for over 150 appearances, contributing crucial goals and assists. Hurst's career wasn't defined by top-flight glamour, but by the week-in, week-out reliability that makes a player invaluable to teams fighting in League One and Two, embodying the spirit of the English league system.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Kevan was born in 1985, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Kevan Was Born
The biggest hits of 1985
#1 Movie
Back to the Future
Best Picture
Out of Africa
#1 TV Show
Dynasty
Kevan's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1985Born
Live Aid concerts raise money for Ethiopian famine
Gas: $1.12/galHome: $62,900Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Careless Whisper" — Wham!Best Picture: Out of Africa
1990Started school
Hubble Space Telescope launched; Germany reunifies
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.80/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Hold On" — Wilson PhillipsBest Picture: Dances with Wolves
1998Became a teenager
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2001Could drive
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2003Could vote
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2006Turned 21
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2015Turned 30
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2025Turned 40
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 41 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made over 150 appearances for Southend United across two spells, becoming a fan favorite.
- Helped Scunthorpe United gain promotion to the Championship in the 2006-2007 season.
- Played professional football for over 15 years, representing more than ten different clubs.
Did You Know?
He scored a memorable long-range goal for Southend United against Chelsea in a 2014 pre-season friendly.
His father, Paul Hurst, was also a professional footballer.
He began his career at Sheffield United, making his first-team debut in the League Cup.
“You have to keep going, keep working, and take your chance when it comes.”
