Erriyon Knighton has accomplished almost everything an athlete as young as he is could hope for.
Except winning an Olympic medal.
Get to know the runner whose skill and style rival those of Usain Bolt, as he vies for an Olympic medal this summer.
Athlete bio
How old is Erriyon Knighton?
Erriyon Knighton is 20 years old. He was born January 29, 2004.
How tall is Erriyon Knighton?
Erriyon Knighton is 6-foot-2.
Where is Erriyon Knighton from?
Erriyon Knighton was born and raised in Tampa, Florida.
Where did Erriyon Knighton go to high school?
Erriyon Knighton attended Hillsborough High School in Tampa, Florida.
What other sports has Erriyon Knighton played?
On top of running track, Erriyon Knighton was also a wide receiver on the football team at Hillsborough High, and he was very good. His coach at the time described him as “just electrifying” every time he touched the ball.
Where did Erriyon Knighton go to college?
Though Erriyon Knighton doesn’t go to college, he trains at the University of Florida under coach Mike Holloway.
While Knighton was in high school, top football programs like Alabama and Auburn attempted to recruit him, but he elected to go pro for track and field in his junior year, foregoing any amateur eligibility he had left.
Does Erriyon Knighton have siblings?
Erriyon Knighton has two siblings: a brother, Quay, and a sister, Nasja.