Chapter 22: Chapter 22: Social Meadia's Frenzy
Chapter 22: Social Media's Frenzy
As Malik walked back to the locker room, the adrenaline from the game still surging through him, he pulled out his phone, his curiosity piquing. He had already felt the weight of victory, but now, he was about to feel the weight of social media's overwhelming power. He couldn't help but smile as he saw the first notification flash across his screen: "Malik Tyson, the new prodigy. The future of high school football is here."
The notification wasn't just from one account—it was everywhere. Every major sports account, local news outlets, and influencers had picked up on his game-winning performance, and the clip of him making that insane interception was going viral.
His followers had skyrocketed. Malik Tyson was trending on Twitter, his highlight reel already on TikTok with millions of views, and Instagram was flooded with memes and edits of his plays.
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On Twitter:
@TheRealMVP_: "Malik Tyson is THAT dude!! The son of Mike Tyson just caught the game-winning pick in the most clutch moment of the playoffs. Straight outta nowhere. #MalikTyson #FootballProdigy"
@SportsTalkDaily: "Remember the name: Malik Tyson. The high school kid is a natural on the football field. Looks like he's going to be a star in both football and basketball this season. The son of Mike Tyson has arrived. 🏈🔥 #FutureNFLStar"
@AliciaSportsFan: "Malik Tyson is seriously built different. He moved like a seasoned pro out there tonight. Best believe we're gonna be watching him in the NFL in a few years. #MalikTyson #NextGenAthlete"
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On Instagram:
A video from @HighlightKingz showed Malik's interception in slow motion. The caption read: "Malik Tyson—no fear, no hesitation, just greatness. Watch this future legend go off in his playoff debut.🔥#MalikTyson #LegendInTheMaking"
In the comments, the love came flooding in.
@hooper007: "I can't even believe what I just saw. This kid is a natural. He's gonna be something special."
@Jaden_Smith41: "You just know he's gonna dominate both football and basketball. Mike Tyson's son or not, the kid's got skills. #TrueAthlete"
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On TikTok:
The video of Malik's interception was blowing up, with hundreds of people reposting the highlight. One video, from @GameChanger_23, showed the clip of Malik's catch with a hype song playing in the background. The video's description read: "Malik Tyson might be the next big thing. Caught a game-winning INT like it was nothing. 💯 #MalikTyson #SportsProdigy"
As the video played on endless loops, comments rolled in.
@ZaneTheBeast: "Yo, this kid's unreal! How's he built like that and still moves like he's on fire?? 🔥🔥🔥"
@LakersFan47: "Mike Tyson's son for real? Well, if his dad could punch like that, I'm guessing his son can hit hard on the field too. 😳💯"
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The notifications came in faster than Malik could keep up with them. It was a whirlwind, and the attention was just beginning. The local news channels had started to mention him, calling him a "high school phenom." ESPN had even retweeted the video, tagging him as one of the "athletes to watch."
Malik couldn't help but chuckle as he scrolled through the endless praise. This wasn't his first time in the spotlight, but this was different. He wasn't just the son of a legend; he was now becoming one in his own right.
But what caught Malik's attention more than anything were the comments that weren't just about his athleticism. There were whispers about him being the "next big thing" in the world of sports—not just football, but basketball too. His athletic build, combined with his natural skills, had people comparing him to the likes of LeBron James and other iconic athletes, despite the fact that Malik had yet to step onto the basketball court.
He smirked, feeling a rush of pride. He hadn't planned on all this attention, but it was clear now that he had an undeniable talent—a natural gift that was hard to ignore.
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On YouTube:
As Malik logged onto YouTube, he saw that multiple reaction videos had already been uploaded. Fans, analysts, and sports vloggers were breaking down his plays, dissecting his every move, trying to figure out what made Malik so special.
@SportsFanatic123 had uploaded a video titled "Breaking Down Malik Tyson's INSANE Playmaking Abilities! Is He the Next Football Superstar?" The video had already reached over 100k views in just a few hours.
The comments were flooded with people speculating about Malik's future.
@LilHooper_: "Bro, Malik's insane. I've never seen anyone play with that much composure at his age. Future NBA and NFL player??"
@OnTheGrindFootball: "Yo, I didn't think a high schooler could move like that. His reaction time is next-level. He's going to be an All-Star."
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The Reality Check:
While the spotlight was bright and the praise was pouring in, Malik remained grounded. His phone buzzed again with a new message from his dad, Mike Tyson. He opened it:
Mike Tyson: "Proud of you, son. Keep your head in the game. Focus on what matters: improving every day. Don't let the hype get to you."
Malik smiled, his father's words echoing in his mind. He'd always respected the way his dad had handled his fame, the highs and lows of a public life. Mike Tyson had gone through everything—from the top of the world to the darkest moments—and yet, he had always stayed true to himself.
Malik knew this was just the beginning. He couldn't afford to let the attention distract him from what was really important. He had a lot more to prove.
But for now, he took a moment to let it all sink in. He had just made his mark—on the field, in the media, and most importantly, in the world. And this was just the beginning.
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