Grant Holloway committed to Florida over Georgia Thursday afternoon. But the three-star receiver looked beyond the gridiron for his decision.

“I’m going to Florida on a full track scholarship,” said the 6-foot-2, 190-pound Holloway. “I’m so excited and looking forward to this next chapter in my life.”

The Virginia native took his track official visit a few months ago and that played a big role in his decision.

“The visit definitely helped seal the deal,” Holloway said. “I was able to go down there on the visit with some of the other top track guys in the country and also meet with the football coaches. It’s just the best of both worlds.”

What is the likelihood that Holloway will play football in Gainesville?

“Honestly, it all depends on how I do in track this year because my goal is to make it to the Olympics in 2016, 2020 and 2024 and win a gold medal,” he said.

The Grassfield standout informed both the track and football coaching staffs at Florida prior to making his announcement.

“I let coach (Mike) Holloway, who’s the head track coach and also my cousin, and coach (Jim) McElwain know about my decision,” Holloway said. “Both were happy. I’m really looking forward to getting to Gainesville and excited to hopefully help both teams win championships.”

Holloway and Grassfield’s football team continue their season tomorrow on the road against Oscar Smith at 7 p.m.

Through 11 games, Holloway has 35 catches for 826 yards and seven carries for 139 yards and 15 total touchdowns.