Hubbry Logo
Discover Hubs
Create HubSign in
search buttonadd
Sign in
Serena Williams
Serena Williams
Comunity Hub
IntroIntro
WikipediaWikipedia
MediaMedia
arrow-down
TimelinesTimelines
arrow-down
ChronicleChronicle
arrow-down
ArticlesArticles
TalksTalks
addSign in
add
Sign in

Themed Timelines

Battling Injuries and Setbacks (2003-2007)Battling Injuries and Setbacks (2003-2007)Dominance and Rivalry with Venus (2002-2003)Dominance and Rivalry with Venus (2002-2003)Chasing Records and Health Scares (2015-2017)Chasing Records and Health Scares (2015-2017)Fashion and Design InterestsFashion and Design InterestsEarly Life and Tennis BeginningsEarly Life and Tennis BeginningsProfessional Tennis Breakthrough and Early Success (1995-2002)Professional Tennis Breakthrough and Early Success (1995-2002)Main milestonesMain milestonesGrand Slam Doubles Titles (with Venus Williams)Grand Slam Doubles Titles (with Venus Williams)Personal Life and RelationshipsPersonal Life and RelationshipsEndorsements and Business VenturesEndorsements and Business VenturesPhilanthropy and ActivismPhilanthropy and ActivismMotherhood and Comeback Attempts (2017-2022)Motherhood and Comeback Attempts (2017-2022)Controversies and On-Court IncidentsControversies and On-Court IncidentsGrand Slam Singles TitlesGrand Slam Singles TitlesResurgence and Continued Dominance (2008-2014)Resurgence and Continued Dominance (2008-2014)
Show all
icon
Talks
General forumGeneral forum
General chatGeneral chat

Media Collections

Serena Williams - American tennis player

Main images

03.04.25
Show all
icon

Early Life and Tennis Beginnings

This timeline focuses on Serena Williams' formative years and her introduction to the world of tennis, shaped by her father Richard Williams and her sister Venus.
Birth
September 26, 1981
Serena Jameka Williams is born in Saginaw, Michigan to Richard Williams and Oracene Price. She is the youngest of five sisters, with Venus Williams being her older sister and future tennis partner.
Move to Compton, California
Early 1980s
The Williams family moves to Compton, California. This environment, though challenging, becomes integral to their story and the development of their mental toughness.
Introduction to Tennis
Age 4
Serena begins learning tennis under the tutelage of her father, Richard Williams, on public courts in Compton. Richard, despite having limited tennis experience himself, develops a rigorous training regimen for both Serena and Venus.
Move to Florida
Early to Mid 1990s
The Williams family moves to West Palm Beach, Florida so Serena and Venus could train with Rick Macci, a renowned tennis coach. This marks a significant step in their professional development.
Junior Career
1995
Serena begins competing in junior tennis tournaments, showcasing her exceptional talent and power.

Other Themed Timelines

Main milestonesMain milestonesBattling Injuries and Setbacks (2003-2007)Battling Injuries and Setbacks (2003-2007)Chasing Records and Health Scares (2015-2017)Chasing Records and Health Scares (2015-2017)Controversies and On-Court IncidentsControversies and On-Court IncidentsDominance and Rivalry with Venus (2002-2003)Dominance and Rivalry with Venus (2002-2003)Endorsements and Business VenturesEndorsements and Business VenturesFashion and Design InterestsFashion and Design InterestsGrand Slam Doubles Titles (with Venus Williams)Grand Slam Doubles Titles (with Venus Williams)Grand Slam Singles TitlesGrand Slam Singles TitlesMotherhood and Comeback Attempts (2017-2022)Motherhood and Comeback Attempts (2017-2022)Personal Life and RelationshipsPersonal Life and RelationshipsPhilanthropy and ActivismPhilanthropy and ActivismProfessional Tennis Breakthrough and Early Success (1995-2002)Professional Tennis Breakthrough and Early Success (1995-2002)Resurgence and Continued Dominance (2008-2014)Resurgence and Continued Dominance (2008-2014)
Show all
icon