Harrington Erupts As County's Multi-Sport Monster
Buying into the philosophy that speed kills, Class of 2026 Cathedral HS (CA) wide receiver Hunter Harrington has been a linchpin in a frenetic-paced, prolific offense which utilizes quick, athletic receivers.
As a sophomore, Harrington's impact was felt instantly.
He thrived with double moves, fades, stop-and-goes, and was able to juke and fight for every extra yard.
Harrington erupted during a game against Ramona, as he had eight catches for 200 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
It took place during a frenzied environment.
It was the playoff opening, marquee matchup.
It was before a jam-packed crowd.
Harrington, who was recently offered by Washington State, continues to generate buzz from Power 5 schools.
He is one of the few student-athletes from the talent-rich Southern California area to garner high major Division I offers for two sports (Stanford and several other programs want him for baseball) as only a sophomore.
"Coach Sean (Doyle) has a variety of formations that use my speed as an advantage," said Harrington.
"Some plays are designed to allow me and the athletes on the field to show off our skill."
Princeton and Cornell are both involved and have been early on Harrington, who boasts a 3.9 GPA with a chock full of advanced level courses.
UCLA and Kansas State have also expressed high interest in Harrington.
He's projected to perform in front of numerous NCAA programs, including Power 5 schools, at Cathedral HS.
Doyle's philosophy of gauging itself against the best talent has resonance with Harrington. The team's strength of schedule is noteworthy.
During a 31-21 loss to a Brophy Prep (Phoenix, Ariz.) team teeming with talent, Harrington caught a 7-yard touchdown strike from Jack Stevens.
Harrington, who was named MVP of the 10th annual Honor Bowl, also had a vital 65-yard reception during a touchdown drive that closed Cathedral to within seven, 28-21.
In Doyle's system, respect has to be earned.
Harrington was brought up from JV as a freshman. He dissected the playbook and absorbed the niceties of the system at the higher level.
He's been able to prosper as a sure-handed receiver, despite playing a vital role on Cathedral Catholic's baseball team these past two seasons and subsequently devoting significant time to summer travel ball.
Harrington and his identical twin brother, Stanford commit Alex Harrington, each played a significant role as freshmen on Cathedral's baseball team last season.
It was the first time in program history a freshman has garnered a roster spot on varsity.
This season, the Harringtons have been instrumental in helping Cathedral attain national prominence in baseball.
Hunter Harrington could wind up being the athlete in Cathedral history to surface as a multi-sport Division-I athlete. He's got high academic and high major offers in both baseball and football.
Whether it was the game-winning walk-off home run Harrington parked to defeat a star-spangled West Linn (OR) HS team or being the lone sophomore in Honor Bowl history to garner MVP honors, Hunter Harrington continues to register his presence in San Diego County.