In the Gauff household, athletic excellence runs in the family, and tennis superstar Coco Gauff is beaming with pride alongside her mother, Candi, as they celebrate the burgeoning baseball career of her younger brother, Codey. The 17-year-old middle child of the Gauff clan showcased his impressive skills during a training game with the San Diego Padres’ scout team, prompting an outpouring of support from his family. Coco, fresh off her historic 2025 French Open triumph, shared a clip of Codey’s lightning-fast fielding on her Instagram Stories, marveling at how “quick” he was while attempting to tag out a runner. “So proud of you Codey!” she wrote, a sentiment echoed by Candi, who posted a graphic highlighting Codey’s stellar performance at the 17U Ultimate Baseball Championship, where he went 4-for-4 with a single, double, triple, and an RBI. This heartwarming family moment underscores the Gauffs’ tight-knit bond and their shared passion for sports, as Codey carves his own path toward a potential professional baseball career.
Codey, born September 21, 2007, has been making waves in baseball, a sport he embraced later than his sister’s early commitment to tennis. A right-handed switch-hitter, he honed his skills at the Elite Squad Academy during high school, balancing academics and athletics through a program tailored for aspiring athletes. In October 2024, he committed to the University of Missouri’s NCAA Division I baseball team, set to join the Missouri Tigers in the 2026 season. “I am super excited to announce that I will be committing to Mizzou University,” Codey shared on Instagram, thanking God, his family, and coaches for their support. His performance at the 17U Ultimate Baseball Championship on June 17, 2025, representing the East Coast Sox, was a standout, with a triple down the third-base line showcasing his speed and hustle. Candi’s pride was palpable as she reposted the tournament graphic, adding a heart emoji to celebrate her son’s achievement.
Coco, the world No. 3 and a two-time Grand Slam champion, has long credited her brothers, Codey and younger sibling Cameron, for keeping her grounded. “My brothers are the reason why I do it,” she told Good Morning America after her French Open victory on June 7, 2025, where she became the first American woman since Serena Williams to win at Roland Garros. “Codey always reminds me of the belief and kind of having that cockiness a little bit.” Her playful dynamic with Codey shines through in moments like her Instagram Stories, where she teased him for being “stuck” on a carousel ride with Cameron during a Christmas 2024 trip to Australia, captioning it, “When you’re the middle child and other siblings force you to participate.” These lighthearted interactions reveal a family that balances competitive drive with love and humor.
The Gauff family’s athletic legacy is deep-rooted. Parents Corey and Candi, former collegiate athletes—Corey in basketball at Georgia State University and Candi in track and field at Florida State—instilled a love for sports in their children. “Coco chose what she wanted to do very early on,” Corey told USA Baseball, noting that Codey explored football and basketball before settling on baseball. “They both have unique skill sets in their respective sports. It’s been great to watch them grow.” Candi, who often plays the role of family mediator, has been a constant presence, cheering Coco at tournaments like the 2024 China Open and Codey at events like the Minority Baseball Prospects Futures All-American game, where he was a top 2026 prospect.
Codey’s journey mirrors Coco’s in its dedication but diverges in its timeline. While Coco turned pro at 14, Codey’s path through the San Diego Padres’ scout team and events like the DREAM series has been methodical, earning him recognition as a switch-hitter with a bright future. His family’s support extends beyond Coco and Candi; Coco’s boyfriend, Jalen Sera, joined the celebration, resharing Codey’s Mizzou commitment with fire emojis, while Corey wrote, “That work 🔥🔥 another step in direction you goals and dreams … I am proud and just know I’m riding with you always.” Even cousin Cassidy Lowe, a basketball standout and HBCUAC Crossover Women’s MVP, adds to the family’s athletic tapestry.
As Coco prepares for the Berlin Open, where she faces Wang Xinyu in the second round, and Codey gears up for his collegiate debut, the Gauffs remain a united front. “They put so much sacrifice into this,” Coco said of her parents after her French Open win, a nod to the family’s collective effort. Whether it’s Coco’s Grand Slam glory or Codey’s diamond dreams, the Gauffs prove that talent, heart, and family support can create a legacy that transcends sports.
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