Nyck Harbor, the South Carolina football player, has been awarded the SEC Freshman of the Week for his outstanding performance at the Weems Baskin Invitational, where he secured two wins for USC and posted impressive numbers in NCAA track and field events. Harbor, who is also a member of the South Carolina track and field program, has Olympic aspirations and has been a valuable addition to the team, achieving significant individual and relay race victories. Balancing both football and track, he is now eyeing Olympic qualification later this summer.

By the Numbers
  • Harbor ran a 10.24 in the 100-meter sprint, securing an individual win
  • Harbor's 100-meter sprint is the 3rd-fastest in NCAA track and field
  • Harbor was part of the 19th-fastest 4x100-meter relay time of the season
State of Play
  • Harbor won the SEC Freshman of the Week award for his achievements in the Weems Baskin Invitational
  • He will continue to balance his time between South Carolina football and the track team
  • Olympic qualifying will be a focus for Harbor later this summer
What's Next

Harbor will aim for Olympic qualification as he continues to balance his commitments to both football and track.

Bottom Line

South Carolina football player Nyck Harbor's remarkable track and field performance has earned him the SEC Freshman of the Week award, showcasing his potential for even greater achievements and his ambition to qualify for the Olympics.