Long Beach Poly’s Star Junior Athlete: Zion Anderson

Zion Anderson is a 4 Star recruit who is an Athlete at Long Beach Poly High School. Anderson is ranked as the 166th best recruit in the class of 2028 and is ranked as a top 15 Athlete in the class as well. In addition, Anderson is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of California and is listed as the #2 Athlete in the state of California. He holds offers from schools such as Alabama, Georgia and Notre Dame.

Who are some role models in your life?
Some of my role models are my mom, uncles and grandparents.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I like to listen to some NBA YoungBoy or Brent Faiyaz.

What are the strengths of your game?
The strengths of my game are my speed and ball skills.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory is scoring my first varsity touchdown.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
The best player I’ve played with is Donte Wright.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
I would tell them to just be patient, keep working and let it come to you.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Japan.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I was 3 years old when I fell in love and 5 when I started playing.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
LeBron James.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
Watching the high school I play for now win a national championship.