Zavi Sweeney BIOGRAPHY

Zavi Sweeney is an 18-year-old combo guard from Surrey, England, standing 6’2″ with a 6’4″ wingspan and a 42-inch vertical leap. Known for his basketball IQ, composure, and relentless work ethic, Zavi blends the instincts of a floor general with the scoring punch of a modern two-way guard.

A product of the Richmond Knights, True Vision Elite and Guildford County programmes, he competes in both the Men’s NBL Division 1, U18 Premier Division and the College Basketball League. His versatility allows him to read the game, adapt to tempo, and impact every possession—whether running the offence, creating off movement, or locking in defensively.

Consistency is what separates good players from great ones — that’s what I’m chasing.

Zavi’s development is fuelled by a disciplined year-round training schedule, combining court work, strength conditioning, and advanced reaction-time drills. Off the court, he studies film to refine decision-making and game IQ, modelling his approach on elite players like Steph Curry and Jalen Brunson.

With professional aspirations in Europe or the NCAA, Zavi’s focus remains simple: to keep improving, compete at the highest level possible, and represent British basketball with pride.

I don’t chase attention; I earn respect.