His times have drawn national attention, leading to his commitment to the University of North Carolina.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 4:01PMEpiscopal Academy senior Abaas Hunter has built a reputation as one of the Philadelphia area's fastest rising sprinters, earning more than 20 school records and multiple county titles on his way to a Division I track career.
Hunter said his competitive mindset developed early.
"Running and growing up, I've pretty much always been that way since freshman year. And then I started racing seniors and juniors and it sat me down a bit but then I picked it back up.
"Last year, he set the Delaware County record in the 200 meters. This season, he added the county record in the 400.
"I ended up getting out super hard in the beginning part, in the first 150, 200," he said. "It's just based on your strength and how much you have in the end. " Hunter said his success comes down to discipline and focus. "It's really just mental and execution.
Once you grasp those things and you're able to compete against those top athletes, it's easier and easier as time goes on.
" His times have drawn national attention, leading to his commitment to the University of North Carolina. "It's a great feeling to be wanted. And a college to really see you for the times you ran," Hunter said.
"They are building a community that I want to be a part of. " Hunter expects to start from scratch when he arrives in Chapel Hill, but said his experience at Episcopal Academy has prepared him for the next level.
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