ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT: ZAMBIAN TENNIS PLAYER JORDAN MWALE

At just 21 years old, Jordan Mwale has already become a symbol of resilience and determination in Zambian tennis. Born on 22 September 2004, Jordan’s journey began humbly in 2012 at the OYDC Zambia - Sports Development Centre as a young boy with big dreams and an old racket.

Unranked and unnoticed when he started, Mwale’s first breakthrough came in 2013 when he finished as Runner-Up and Best Player at the Teulings Youth Sports Challenge. That moment marked the beginning of a remarkable journey defined by growth, grit, and greatness.

From his early days in the Junior Circuit, winning medals at Teulings Youth Sports Challenge, Serving Zambia, and FQM tournaments, to his bronze at the 2022 African Union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Youth Games in Lilongwe, Mwale has continued to raise the Zambian flag high with pride.

Tennis Player Jordan Mwale

Transitioning into the senior category, his passion only burned brighter. From clinching gold at the 2023 Top 8 Singles to earning multiple medals at national tournaments, including the 2024 Top 8 Silver and 2025 Copperbelt Open Doubles Semifinals, Mwale’s consistency speaks of a player who refuses to settle for less.

Beyond national borders, he has represented Zambia at the Lubumbashi Open in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Namibia Open (Windhoek), and Botswana Open (Gaborone), proving that Zambian tennis talent can shine on international courts.

Mwale’s story is not just about winning matches; it’s about staying committed when no one is watching, training harder after every defeat, and believing that greatness is built one serve at a time.

His message to the youth is clear: “Start where you are, use what you have, and never stop believing in your dreams.”

Today, we celebrate Jordan Mwale not just as a tennis player but as a dreamer who dared to become unstoppable.