16-year-old Jordan Herzog, known as CRIMZ, has been groomed by his father to become a gaming pro since he was 3 years old. His father took him out of school and bought him $30,000 worth of gaming equipment. Currently, he is on his way to becoming a professional player in the online shooter Fortnite.
What kind of father is this? The Boston Globe tells a story about Dave Herzog, a 49-year-old entrepreneur, and his 16-year-old son Jordan.
Dave Herzog says,
- he was one of the top 15 sellers in the world on eBay years ago.
- He was one of the first in the USA to drive a Tesla.
- Currently, he runs a company that produces video game merchandise and clothing, which is also doing very well.
Herzog sees himself as someone who anticipates things. According to him, he foresaw the rise of eSports before anyone else.
He envisions a future where eSports are gigantic and his son is one of the greats.