Olympic Gold Medalist Quincy Wilson’s Parents Makes Bold Confession Over Parenting Style: “Don’t Get Caught Up”

Who doesn’t love getting a little attention now and then, right? Let’s be real—being in that glowing spotlight can feel a bit overwhelming, especially when the world is watching your every move. Now, picture this: a 16-year-old athlete out there performing like a superstar on the world’s biggest stage, the Olympics. That’s exactly the whirlwind Quincy Wilson found himself in during the Paris 2024 Games. Quincy did not only arrive, he arrived and made history by being the youngest male on Team USA to compete in an Olympic track and field event.

Wilson competed at the Stade de France in the men’s 4x400m relay with Vernon Norwood, Bryce Deadmon, and Christopher Bailey. They fought to the finish in heat one and came third and although he did not run in the finals the team bagged the gold. Looking back at the debut moment, Quincy said to Olympics.com, “This was a dream come true. I didn’t run my best, but I knew I had a great team on my hands. I wasn’t nervous, I was 100% myself.” And how did the rookie handle the blinding Olympic spotlight? Sure, it was a lot to take in, but he took it all in stride. Now, fast forward to today—Quincy Wilson’s parents are spilling the tea, making bold confessions about their parenting style.

Quincy Wilson’s parents get real!

In a report shared by Daily Press on January 18, Quincy Wilson’s parents, Roy and Monique, opened up about the behind-the-scenes balancing act that comes with raising a teenage Olympic star. The Wilsons have made it their mission to keep Quincy grounded amidst the whirlwind of fame and opportunities. With endless requests pouring in for their son, they’ve become the gatekeepers of his time and energy. Roy, who once played football at Navy, shared their approach: “We say no to a lot of things, not because we don’t want him to do it, but we want him to have a normal development and have a normal high school experience.” He even gave an example, saying, “We had someone that wanted him to make a speech the same night as homecoming. He went to homecoming.” Now, that’s parenting goals, right? Prioritizing prom nights over podiums—how refreshing!

Monique, who was once a two-sport star and hall-of-fame athlete herself, admits that nothing could’ve fully prepared them for the rollercoaster ride they’re on now. But through it all, they’re savoring every moment and keeping Quincy grounded with their simple yet profound advice: “Continue to be you.” She explained, “Don’t get caught up in the moment because I’m a firm believer that God can give it to you, and He can take it away quick.” Her message to Quincy is clear: soak up every second like it’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment.

Well, what did Quincy Wilson’s homecoming look like? Oh, pure class and total vibes! In October 2024, the Olympian hit Instagram with stunning prom pics, looking sharp in a sleek suit alongside his gorgeous date, Solai Russell—an athlete and sister of Olympic champ Masai Russell. The pair stood in front of a Rolls Royce with a Mercedes and Land Rover parked nonchalantly in the background. Captioned “hoco 24,” the post captured Quincy’s suave style and Solai’s vibrant green ensemble, making them the ultimate power duo. But coming back to his parents? They have always been by his side, cheering him on in everything.

Wilson’s and their support for each other!

Quincy Wilson might be the youngest American male track Olympian ever, but behind his record-breaking strides are two parents who’ve been his ultimate MVPs. Roy and Monique Wilson, a power duo of athletic and academic excellence, have built a foundation of love, sacrifice, and hustle to help Quincy chase his dreams. Roy, a former football player at the U.S. Naval Academy and a 25-year submarine officer in the Navy, and Monique, a basketball and soccer Hall of Fame athlete turned marketing pro, ensured that their two children inherited the drive and the discipline. Quincy’s older sister Kadence is also leaving her mark, running track at James Madison University—talk about a family of track stars!

The Wilsons upped the ante–physically–when they saw that Quincy had the potential to shine on the world stage. Packing up their lives in Chesapeake, Virginia, they relocated to Gaithersburg, Maryland, so he could attend the prestigious Bullis School, a hub for nurturing young track prodigies. Quincy understands that his parents have always done much to make him happy, saying to ABC 7 News, “My parents, my sister and everybody in my family has sacrificed so much. My mom has put everything into me and my father [has] as well. Just coming out here and knowing that you’re running for your family, running for you and running for the one above, it’s great things.” And boy, did that sacrifice pay off—at only 16, Quincy appeared at the 2024 Paris Olympics and caused a stir in the 4x400m relay after breaking the under-18 400m world record.

In all this, Monique and Roy are their son’s biggest fans, always making sure to always motivate him. After his record-breaking run at the Olympic trials, Monique wrote on Instagram, “Quincy we are so proud of you. The future belongs to you because you have been making us exceedingly proud since you took your first lap around the track. Continue trusting in God and go forth … Go be great!” Given such parents and the family so grounded in excellence, it does not come as a surprise that Quincy is running right into history books, one lap at a time.