Travis Hunter Tries Tennis And Gets 'Whooped' by Deion Sanders Jr.
Travis Hunter Tries Tennis And Gets ‘Whooped’ by Deion Sanders Jr. originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Deion Sanders Jr. Takes Down Travis Hunter on the Tennis Court, Twice
It wasn’t the gridiron, but it was game on.
In a surprise twist that has Colorado Buffaloes fans buzzing, Deion Sanders Jr., aka “Bucky” posted a video this weekend claiming he beat two-way phenom Travis Hunter twice in a tennis match at Coach Prime’s Texas compound. The kicker? He didn’t exactly stay humble about it.
“I just beat Travis in tennis twice. I whooped him twice… so bro is really a*s, bro,” Bucky declared in the now-viral Instagram clip, posted June 20.
The friendly trash talk, paired with the laughter it sparked online gave Buffs fans a rare offseason gem: two of their favorite personalities going toe-to-toe with rackets instead of footballs. Here’s why it matters.
Off-the-Field Moments Like This Build the Colorado Brand
While the tennis showdown was light-hearted, it reinforces what makes the Colorado program under Deion Sanders special, its a combination of authenticity and star power. Sanders Jr., who runs the wildly successful Well Off Media brand, has turned family moments into cultural touchpoints for Buffaloes fans nationwide.
His behind-the-scenes footage has helped Colorado’s social presence grow over 500% since Coach Prime arrived in 2023. Whether it’s locker room speeches, pregame rituals, or tennis matches turned viral content, Bucky knows how to keep the Buffs front and center.
Travis Hunter and Bucky’s Bond Runs Deep
Hunter didn’t respond publicly to the tennis “L,” but his connection with Bucky goes beyond competition. They’ve been close since Hunter stunned the nation by committing to Jackson State in 2021, flipping from Florida State to play under Coach Prime. Since then, Hunter has referred to Bucky as his “big brother.”
That dynamic is what makes moments like this resonate. It’s not just athletes clowning around, it’s a glimpse into a brotherhood that fuels Colorado’s culture.
Fans Are Calling for a Rematch, and More Content
The video quickly made the rounds on social media. While no official rematch has been scheduled, the buzz proves a point: Buffaloes fans are hungry for more than football. They want the full access, the raw moments, this is the kind of offbeat content that makes players relatable.
This wasn’t about tennis. It was about chemistry, connection, and building a brand that reaches far beyond Saturdays. And if you’re Travis Hunter? You might want to hit the practice courts, because Bucky’s 2–0 and not letting it go anytime soon.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
