Chaz Lanier Welcomes First Child, Balances Basketball Stardom with Fatherhood
Chaz Lanier Welcomes First Child, Balances Basketball Stardom with Fatherhood
Chaz Lanier Welcomes First Child, Balances Basketball Stardom with Fatherhood
Knoxville, TN – March 31, 2025 – Tennessee Volunteers basketball star Chaz Lanier is celebrating a monumental milestone off the court as he and his longtime girlfriend, Jasmine Carter, welcome their first child, a baby boy named Cameron Elijah Lanier.
The news broke early this morning when Lanier posted a heartwarming photo on his Instagram, holding baby Cameron in his arms with a caption that read, “The greatest assist of my life. Welcome to the world, my little champ! #BabyLanier #Blessed.”
A Joyous Celebration for the Lanier Family
Sources close to the family say Jasmine Carter gave birth late Sunday night at UT Medical Center in Knoxville. Weighing in at 7 pounds, 4 ounces, baby Cameron is reportedly healthy and surrounded by love from friends, family, and teammates who have already stopped by to celebrate with the couple.
Head coach Rick Barnes expressed his joy for his star player. “Chaz has always been a leader on and off the court. Seeing him embrace fatherhood is truly special. The whole Tennessee basketball family is thrilled for him and Jasmine.”
Balancing Basketball and Fatherhood
As Tennessee gears up for the next season, Lanier will be navigating new responsibilities both on and off the court. Many wonder how the young athlete will juggle the demands of NCAA basketball and parenthood, but those who know him have no doubt that he’ll rise to the challenge.
His teammate and close friend, Zakai Zeigler, shared his excitement: “We’re all so happy for Chaz. We joke that he’s gonna have the best handles, both on the court and with diapers! But seriously, he’s got a great support system, and we’re here for him every step of the way.”
Community Support and Warm Wishes
Fans and fellow athletes from across the country have flooded social media with congratulatory messages for Lanier and Carter. The University of Tennessee even shared a special post celebrating the new arrival, calling baby Cameron “the newest member of Vol Nation.”
As the season approaches, Lanier has already expressed that his motivation has reached a whole new level. “Playing for my team and my family has always been important, but now, I’m playing for my son too. He’s my biggest inspiration,” he told reporters in a brief statement.
With the support of his family, teammates, and fans, Chaz Lanier is set to take on this new chapter with the same determination and grace that have made him a standout on the court. Congratulations to the Laniers on this incredible blessing!
