Get to know rising star Brandon Nakashima

By Cale Hammond Oct 12, 2019
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Get to know rising star Brandon Nakashima

ByCale Hammond

Published Oct 12, 2019

Brandon Nakashima is on fire.

The 18-year-old, currently enrolled as a sophomore at the University of Virginia, has been turning heads on the ATP Challenger Tour the past two months.

Nakashima will face Steve Johnson for a spot in the Northbay Healthcare Men’s Pro Championship. final in Fairfield, CA. Earlier this week Nakashima defeated seasoned pros James Duckworth and Taro Daniel in straight sets.

We caught up with the rising American star to find out about his game, his goals, and his upcoming decision to turn pro or stay in college.

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Get to know rising star Brandon Nakashima

Get to know rising star Brandon Nakashima