Overview

• The Texas high school junior signed with Nike and ended his scholastic career, a move first reported by Track: All-Access and confirmed by major outlets.
• His 1:42.27 at the U.S. Championships was an under‑18 world record and the fourth‑fastest 800 by an American of any age.
• The performance secured his place in the World Athletics Championships 800, with heats on Sept. 16 and the final four days later in Tokyo.
• His family and agent Ray Flynn are finalizing a professional racing schedule following interest from multiple companies and prior connections through Nike’s youth program.
• He is the youngest athlete on the U.S. roster, reflecting a broader shift of top U.S. teenagers turning pro as Texas NIL rules limit deals for athletes under 17.