Lil Wayne’s Son Dwayne Carter III Steps into Georgia High School Football Spotlight
Rap icon Lil Wayne proudly watched his son take center stage on one of Georgia’s most competitive high school football fields this past weekend. Seventeen-year-old Dwayne Carter III made an impressive debut as the starting kicker for Gainesville High School during their high-stakes matchup against powerhouse Buford. The young athlete proved his composure under immense pressure by successfully converting both of his field goal attempts from 35 and 26 yards out.
The promising senior recently transferred from North Atlanta High School to Gainesville, sharing on social media his determination to make his final prep season truly count. His athletic prowess has already earned serious collegiate attention, highlighted by a prestigious Division 1 scholarship offer from the University of Colorado extended directly by head coach Deion Sanders. His mother, radio personality Sarah Vivan, enthusiastically cheered from the sidelines, underscoring the strong family support behind his athletic ambitions.
Lil Wayne’s Growing Empire and Influence in the Sports World
The young kicker’s breakthrough comes as his famous father continues to solidify a formidable reputation across the professional sports landscape. Lil Wayne has evolved into a respected sports analyst and commentator, frequently making high-profile appearances on national programs like ESPN’s First Take. Expanding his media presence, the rap legend recently teamed up with veteran broadcaster Craig Carton to launch their popular weekly sports podcast, The Joint Venture Show.
Beyond broadcasting and podcasting, the hip-hop mogul has successfully built a major sports agency through Young Money APAA Sports, co-founded alongside the von Gontard family. The powerhouse agency recently achieved a monumental signing by securing Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter for his future NFL representation. With over 65 professional athletes under contract, including NFL standouts Mecole Hardman Jr. and Jakobi Meyers, the enterprise has cemented Lil Wayne as a genuine titan in modern sports management.
