Ziaire Williams’ Childhood Hoop Dreams Realized On 2021 NBA Draft Night
01 August 2021 - 2:09AM
Business Wire
Herbalife Nutrition Congratulates Its Sponsored
Basketball Athlete on Going Pro
Herbalife Nutrition sponsored athlete Ziaire Williams, who
played forward at Stanford University, was selected in the first
round of this year's NBA* Draft.
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Ziaire Williams, the 10th overall pick
for the 2021 NBA Draft who will play for the Memphis Grizzlies**,
has been training alongside Joe Abunassar, founder, and president
of the Herbalife Nutrition IMPACT Basketball Center, for the past
three years in preparation for the draft. The facility is
recognized as the premier destination for basketball, welcoming
players of all levels. (Photo: Business Wire)
Williams, the 10th overall pick on Thursday night who will play
for the Memphis Grizzlies**, has been training alongside Joe
Abunassar, founder, and president of the Herbalife Nutrition IMPACT
Basketball Center, for the past three years in preparation for the
draft. The facility is recognized as the premier destination for
basketball, welcoming players of all levels.
“Training at the facility was not only about developing my
technical skills, but I also learned how proper nutrition could
elevate my game on the court," said Williams.
Williams, a five-star recruit out of high school, played college
basketball at Stanford University before declaring for the 2021 NBA
Draft. He also helped lead the United States to a gold medal at the
2019 FIBA Under-19 Basketball World Cup in Greece.
"We have worked very hard with Ziaire for several years at
IMPACT to help him reach his lifelong goal of playing professional
basketball, pushing him both physically and mentally and we were
thrilled to hear his name called in the Lottery of the draft as the
10th pick overall,” said Abunassar. “It's an amazing accomplishment
for him and just the start of a very successful professional
career."
Williams has access to expert nutritionists, trainers, and the
Herbalife24 NSF Certified for Sports®*** product line. His go-to,
Herbalife24 Rebuild Strength Strawberry Shortcake, is made to help
athletes recover, repair, and support the growth of muscles
immediately after a workout****.
“We’ve worked with athletes heading to the pros to provide them
with sports nutrition products they can trust and count on to
maximize their performance both on and off the court," said Ibi
Montesino, senior vice president and managing director for North
America, Herbalife Nutrition.
Herbalife Nutrition, a premier global nutrition company, is
recognized for its Herbalife24® product line, NSF Certified for
Sport® that is free from athletic banned substances. In addition,
all claims made on the label have been independently verified, and
the product line is available exclusively through Herbalife
Nutrition independent distributors.
More than 200 players ranging from professionals, collegiate
stars, and high school players and teams worldwide have trained at
the facility. In addition to developing skills on the court,
athletes also learn about the importance of nutrition.
Herbalife Nutrition sponsors more than 150 sports events, teams,
and athletes around the world. To learn more about Herbalife
Nutrition-sponsored athletes, visit IamHerbalifeNutrition.com.
To receive the latest company updates from Herbalife Nutrition,
follow @HerbalifeNews.
*Herbalife Nutrition is not affiliated with the NBA or NFL
organizations.
**Herbalife Nutrition is not affiliated with, nor are its
products and services endorsed by the National Basketball
Association.
***NSF and Certified for Sport are registered trademarks of NSF
International.
**** This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug
Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat,
cure, or prevent any disease.
About Herbalife Nutrition Ltd.
Herbalife Nutrition (NYSE: HLF) is a global company that has
been changing people's lives with great nutrition products and a
business opportunity for its independent distributors since 1980.
The Company offers high-quality, science-backed products sold in
over 90 countries by entrepreneurial distributors who provide
one-on-one coaching and a supportive community that inspires their
customers to embrace a healthier, more active lifestyle. Through
the Company's global campaign to eradicate hunger, Herbalife
Nutrition is also committed to bringing nutrition and education to
communities around the world.
For more information on nutrition, visit Herbalife.com.
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