Quincy Wilson made history as the youngest U.S. athlete to snag Olympic gold, and now everyone’s buzzing about what he’s going to do next. Should he go pro and zero in on preparing for the LA Olympics? Or is college the smarter move, where he can sharpen his skills and cash in on NIL deals? The debates have been nonstop. Quincy only added to the hype by visiting top schools like Texas A&M and dropping Instagram posts on their jerseys, leaving fans guessing about his next step.
Guess what? Instead of jumping straight into the pro scene, Quincy decided to stay with his high school team at Bullis. However, it isn’t just any school; it’s a top-tier private institution with an incredible track record, thanks to Coach Joe Lee, who’s known for developing young stars like Quincy. But there’s more to it than just good coaching. For him, it’s not just about chasing money—he’s focused on growing as an athlete, staying grounded, and building a solid foundation for long-term success. And judging by his vision for the future, big things are definitely on the horizon as he reveals his future plans!
Wilson’s vision for the future
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Quincy Wilson recently sat down with Citius Mag, and they didn’t hold back with the big question: “You’ve already proven yourself on the world stage, so why go back to competing for your high school? With your New Balance NIL deal and college visits lined up, how did you decide to stick with Bullis?” It’s a valid question.
Quincy Wilson’s already made history as the youngest male Olympian in American track and field at the Paris Games, and his deal with New Balance—one of the biggest names in the sport, proves just how bright his future is. Some people think he should skip straight to the pros, but Quincy’s playing it smart. NIL deals are a game-changer, letting young athletes like him grow their brand while still competing at the amateur level. So, why stick with high school?
Quincy’s answer is as grounded as it gets. “For me, academics always come first. Nobody can ever take your academics away from you. I always stand by that,” he said. But it’s not just about hitting the books. “It’s the last season for a lot of the seniors that I came into Bullis with. It’s our last time to make memories and run 4x400s together. Last year, we fell short of some of the things that we had our goals set on.”
Wilson further added, “This year, we’re coming back more prepared and really have our eye on something that we want to accomplish. I want to go back and do it with my team and do it with a lot of my friends that I had since coming into the school.”It’s not just about winning medals or clinching deals for Quincy—the victory, the partnership, the commitment, and the pride are found in loyalty for a winning team that makes sure that there is no loose end left untied. Honestly? That is the kind of attitude that makes him not only a celeb but also a trendsetter.
But come on—let’s be real, when did he even have time to flip study? Last summer, he was occupied with making history at the Olympics. Well, how on earth did he keep up with schoolwork, let alone cover the syllabus? Apparently, even Citius Mag got the sense of the situation most of us still fail to grasp: Quincy Wilson just didn’t get caught! Citius Mag didn’t beat around the bush and flat-out asked the man of the hour how he did it.
Quincy Wilson reveals how he balanced academics after the Paris Olympics
Quincy Wilson, like some sort of magician, made it look like he was handling both the Paris Olympics and school. In an interview with Citius Mag, he said that immediately after the Games, he read one book of 600 pages, then one of 300 pages, and on both, all the questions associated with them. Still, he did tremendous in school, managing to be on the honor roll list with As. “School always comes first,” he said, doing all that while ensuring that he stayed on track. But Wilson’s success isn’t just his own—it’s a team effort.
Wilson gave major props to his coach, Joe Lee, for always going the extra mile. “He stays up every night studying different things for me and for the team,” Wilson said. With that kind of dedication to him, it’s no wonder he’s thriving on and off the track. Their relationship has grown stronger over time, with Wilson admitting that when he first joined Bullis, he wasn’t as mature and didn’t always listen to his coach’s plans. But now, he recognizes the depth of Lee’s commitment. “He’s really looking out for each and every one of us,” Wilson said, noting how Lee is always pushing to give his best, whether it’s for track, personal matters, or anything else.
The changes observed in Wilson are fully a result of Lee’s interventions. He said that he was not just a coach, but a friend who has been there to help him in any capacity possible. Wilson said that Lee believed in him more than he saw his talent before the Olympics. He always thought Wilson could do something big. It is clear that faith and support came in useful in getting Wilson to where he is today. Finally, Wilson has Coach Lee at his side and he feels lucky and privileged to have had the support that brought him to this, summit. Now, Wilson is looking to the next Olympics, and this means even more records and most importantly, history.
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