Forget any of the traditional calendar systems, 2024 should be called “The Year of Quincy Wilson.”
The 16-year-old phenom has proven to be unstoppable over the last 16 months, smashing record after record — including one of his own — en route to becoming the youngest American male to ever clinch an Olympic track and field bid.
Here are some things to know before Wilson bursts onto the Olympic stage for the first time this summer.
Athlete bio
How old is Quincy Wilson?
Quincy Wilson is 16 years old. He was born January 8, 2008.
How tall is Quincy Wilson?
Quincy Wilson is listed at 5-foot-9.
Where is Quincy Wilson from?
Quincy Wilson was born in Chesapeake, Virginia, but once he began competing in track and field, he and his family relocated to Potomac, Maryland so he could attend a school with a better athletics program.
Who are Quincy Wilson’s parents?
Quincy Wilson was born to parents Monique and Roy Wilson, both of whom were collegiate athletes. Monique starred on the soccer field and the basketball court, and Roy played football for the Naval Academy.
Does Quincy Wilson have any siblings?
Quincy Wilson has one older sister, Kadence, who runs track at James Madison University.
Where does Quincy Wilson go to high school?
Quincy Wilson attends Bullis School, a private school in Potomac, Maryland.
Does Quincy Wilson play video games?
After his successful stint at the Olympic Trials in June, Quincy Wilson told the Athletic he wanted to do one thing: grab his headset and controller and play Call of Duty: Warzone with his friends.
What’s Quincy Wilson’s favorite video game?
Quincy Wilson spends much of his free time playing Fortnite and Call of Duty.