Maya Joint
Definition
An Australian professional tennis player born in 2006, notable for her rapid ascent in the WTA rankings and significant career wins early in her professional tenure.
A rising talent in the international tennis circuit known for transitioning from the collegiate path to professional play with notable success against established stars.
Examples
Maya Joint traded her Texas Longhorns scholarship for a racket and a meteoric rise, proving that dropping out is only a bad idea if you aren't actually good at tennis.
After taking down a former British No. 1, Maya Joint has officially transitioned from a 'who is she?' Google search to an 'I knew her when' bragging right.
Given her rapid climb to a Top 30 ranking by age 20, Maya Joint seems intent on making those who skip the college route look like absolute geniuses.