Ellery Lincoln and the Rise of the Nike NIL Star
Ellery Lincoln he’s quickly becoming one of the most exciting young names in American distance running, and his rise seems all the more special because it’s happening with the kind of quiet confidence that makes people believe there’s much more to come.
It Lincoln High School The standout from Portland, Oregon has made a name for herself in cross country and track, showing the range that separates special athletes from the rest of the field. He can handle the power demands of cross country, move at pace over 3000m and still find another gear when the race comes down to speed. That mix is ​​rare, and it’s a big reason why Nike moved early to sign him to a NIL deal.
To him Nike NIL collaboration feels like a natural fit as Ellery grows right in the heart of Oregon’s running culture, surrounded by the history, energy and expectations associated with the sport in that part of the country. For: Nike, Signing him was about investing in a young athlete whose story is already beginning to tie into the future of American distance running.
Lately, Lincoln has turned that attention around with loud speeches. His 4:30.00 mile time Nike/Jesuit Twilight Relays was one of those races that instantly changed how people talked about him, especially when he broke Oregon’s long-standing high school record and moved into elite national territory. He also showed his strength in the 3000m, running a time of 9:06.61 to break the Oregon state record, while his dominance added another layer to his growing reputation.
What makes Ellery special is how he continues to put together big plays without looking overwhelmed by the moment. He runs with maturity, finishes with strength and carries himself like someone who understands that talent means more when matched with patience and purpose.
Ellery Lincoln is young, gifted, marketable and still writing the early chapters of her journey.
This video is from the NIKE Indoors (March 13-15, 2026) with Ellery Lincoln finishing second in the 800 meters.
Ellery Lincoln just ran a 4:30.00 mile. What a great start to his outdoor season!
Our interview is from the Nike Indoor Nationals, where Ellery took second in the mile on March 15, 2026.🎥 @LarryEder: @ellerylincoln: , @nsaf_track: , @armorynyc: @nikerrunning pic.twitter.com/bKcRQHx5WJ
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