Childhood and Education Journey of Zion Williamson in Timeline
An overview of the childhood and early education of Zion Williamson, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.
Zion Williamson is a professional basketball player currently playing for the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA. Drafted first overall in 2019 after a year at Duke, Williamson quickly made an impact, earning NBA All-Rookie First Team honors in 2020. Known for his athleticism and powerful playing style as a power forward, he became one of the youngest NBA All-Stars in 2021, solidifying his status as a rising star in the league.
July 6, 2000: Zion Williamson's Birth
On July 6, 2000, Zion Lateef Williamson was born.
2013: Johnakin Conference Title
In 2013, Zion Williamson guided Johnakin Middle School to an 8-1 record and a conference title.
March 2015: SCISA North-South All-Star Game
In March 2015, Zion Williamson participated in the SCISA North-South All-Star Game in Sumter, South Carolina.
June 2016: NBPA Top 100 Camp Leading Scorer
In June 2016, Zion Williamson participated in the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) Top 100 camp and was its leading scorer.
August 30, 2016: Scholarship Offer From Duke
On August 30, 2016, Duke offered Zion Williamson a scholarship.
2016: Viral Highlight Videos
Starting in the 2016-17 season, Zion Williamson's highlight videos went viral.
January 15, 2017: Drake Wears Williamson's Jersey
On January 15, 2017, Zion Williamson received nationwide publicity after rapper Drake wore his jersey in an Instagram post.
2017: High School Season Awards
For the 2017-18 high school season, Williamson was named to the USA Today All-USA first team and MaxPreps All-American second team.
January 13, 2018: Hoophall Classic Game
On January 13, 2018, Zion Williamson scored 36 points in a nationally televised game at the Hoophall Classic.
January 20, 2018: Commitment to Duke
On January 20, 2018, Zion Williamson committed to Duke University.
2018: Ranked Number One Player
Entering his junior season, Zion Williamson was ranked the number one player in the 2018 class.
2018: McDonald's All-American Game
In 2018, Zion Williamson played in the McDonald's All-American Game.
2018: High School Ranking
In 2018, Zion Williamson was ranked as one of the top five players in his class.
