Omarion Hampton is a college football player, playing as a running back for the North Carolina Tar Heels, as of 2024. Hampton's transition to college football began in 2022 when he joined the Tar Heels. In his debut against Florida A&M, he rushed for over 100 yards, becoming the first true freshman at UNC to achieve this feat since 1946. Throughout the season, he played in 13 games, recording 401 rushing yards and six touchdowns. For his performances, he earned accolades such as the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Rookie of the Week. In the 2023 season, Omarion Hampton finished with a total of 1,504 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns. This performance not only earned him first-team All-ACC honors but also made him a finalist for the prestigious Doak Walker Award, which recognizes the nation's top running back. Hampton led the nation with 1,072 yards gained after being hit. His contributions on the field have placed him among UNC's all-time greats, ranking second for rushing yards in a single season. On November 3, 2024, Hampton delivered a historic performance against Florida State, scoring five touchdowns, four rushing, and one receiving, in a single game. He finished that game with 172 rushing yards and 93 receiving yards.
Omarion Hampton Nationality
Omarion Hampton, born on March 16, 2003, is an American national.
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Omarion Hampton Hometown
Omarion Hampton hails from Clayton, North Carolina. Hampton had a remarkable career at Cleveland High School, he was rated as a four-star recruit by 247Sports. Omarion received awards that included Mr. Football North Carolina, the Arnold R. Solomon award, and the North Carolina Gatorade Player of the Year. Hampton ran for 5,370 yards and 88 touchdowns in his career, averaging 10.4 yards per carry and 127.8 yards per game. As a senior, Hampton registered 1,948 passing yards for 39 touchdowns. He was a two-time MaxPreps Player of the Year and also was named the two-time all-conference player. As per his official North Carolina Tar Heels profile, Hampton also played basketball and competed in track and field.
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FAQs on Omarion Hampton
A. As of December 2024, Omarion Hampton is 21 years old.
A. Omarion Hampton is about 6ft tall.
A. Omarion Hampton weighs around 100 kgs.
A. Omarion Hampton attended Cleveland High School.
A. Omarion Hampton is a junior as of 2024.
