Multi-talent Guyanese athlete Zion Hickerson made a strong impression at the prestigious Nine & under Little Mo International Tennis Tournament in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
Hickerson, also a promising footballer, advanced to the round of 16 before falling to American Max Sullivan.
He secured a convincing victory in his first match against Brazilian Benicio Assis with a score of 6-1, 6-2.
However, he faced a tough challenge in his second match, losing to American Max Sullivan with scores of 2-6, 1-6.
Despite the loss, Hickerson’s performance showcased his talent and potential on the international stage.
This tournament marked Zion’s first experience on clay courts, and he enjoyed the competition, noting that the level of play was higher than what he had encountered in Caribbean and local New York tournaments.
His father mentioned that while Zion needs to work on generating more pace on his first serve, he is committed to improving with the help of his coaches at Sheltez Tennis Club and National Tennis Academy.
The experience gained from competing against top young players from around the world will be invaluable for Hickerson’s development.
He will now turn his attention to football training with Atletico Madrid in 2025.
Zion’ tennis sojourn was supported by various organisations and sponsors, including the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport – Guyana, the Guyana Tennis Association, and several local businesses.
