American WTA star Ashlyn Krueger‘s legacy in the sport is well-known to followers from all across the globe. Along with every reason that powers her interest in tennis, the fact that her close ones have stable connections in the sport adds a completely unique dynamic. While her mother’s association with Iowa is well-discovered, it is time to dig deeper into the professional career of her agent, Mackenzie Nickerson.

While Ashlyn Krueger is navigating her way through the toughest competitors in the WTA scene, her agent also has a strong presence in the tennis world. Although not a WTA star, Nickerson is an influential agent at the renowned IMG Tennis Academy. With a degree in Sports Law and Business from Arizona State University’s Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, she is equipped with a wealth of knowledge in sports development, marketing, and athlete management.

Her role at IMG involves working closely with young tennis aspirants of the sport and guiding them through the early stages of their professional journeys. Originally founded by legendary coach Nick Bollettieri in 1978, the IMG tennis academy has a notable history of producing world-class tennis players. Famously known as one of the greatest tennis coaches of all time, Bollettieri trained 10 world No. 1 players, including legendary entities like Andre Agassi and Serena Williams.

The academy is known for its intense physical training, immersive environment, and ongoing competition among the most talented players which is considered to be crucial for the young American kids who wish to create a notable career in the sport. Although Nickerson’s Instagram profile isn’t socially exposed to the fans of the WTA star, she is seen posing with Ashlyn Krueger on her account which boasts a massive line of 7000 followers. However, this isn’t the only tennis gig that Mackenzie has worked at.

Ashlyn Krueger’s agent has worked with the ATP World Tour

Besides guiding the younger generation with the help of a renowned institute, Ashlyn Krueger’s agent has played several other roles in the world of tennis. During the initial phase of her career, Mackenzie received an opportunity to work with the ATP tour. Her LinkedIn profile boasts notable work experience which includes a gig of 6 months spent under the guidance of the association as an intern.

Along with that, her leadership skills can also be seen flourishing as she herself founded an agency to help kids plan and shape their careers in the world of sports. Started back in September 2016, StepUp Sports is a project that is still live and is backed by the efforts of Krueger’s sister, who continues to extend the depth of her roots in the world of sports education, especially tennis.