COMING SOON!!     AUGUST 2026

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DeKalb Dash Fall Cross Country
Inclusive Program with a Competitive Pathway

DeKalb Dash is a youth cross country program for runners ages 9 through 14, designed for athletes of all experience levels—from first-time runners to those seeking competitive racing opportunities.

We prepare for the following race distances:
  • 9-10  3K (1.86 miles)
  • 11-12 3K (1.86 miles)
  • 13-14 4K (2.48 miles) ​​
Our mission is simple: build a lifelong love of running while providing structured, age-appropriate training and a clear pathway for athletes who want to compete at a higher level.

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Registration Price: $200.00*
   Includes:
  • Weekly practice sessions
  • Racing singlet
  • Team T-shirt
  • Motivational Awards
  • End of season party
    *Note: Registration does not include race entry fees. We are actively seeking sponsorships to help reduce or cover these costs for families.
Date(s): August 10th, 2026 to December 12th, 2026*
             (National Meet December 12th, 2026 For Qualifiers ONLY)
      *NOTE: Please expect some pre-announced breaks due to special occasions and Holidays.
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​Practice Days:
   Mondays
   Wednesdays
   Thursdays
   Saturdays -race weekends ONLY
 
Time: 6:15pm - 7:30pm

​Where: Druid Hills Middle School
            3100 Mt Olive Dr, Decatur, GA 30033
            NE entrance to the baseball field--Delcourt Dr.

Season Schedule- *****PENDING FINAL SCHEDULE****

  • Sat. Aug. 22    Strong Rock Patriot Cross Country Invitational   Locust Grove, GA  Meet Link
  • Sat. Sep. 5      AT&T Starr's Mill XC Meet  Fayetteville, GA   Meet Link
  • Sat. Sep. 19    Wingfoot XC Classic Carterville, GA 
  • Sat. Oct. 10    Peach State Middle School Championships Commerce, GA   Meet Link
  • Sat. Oct.
  • Sat. Nov.
  • Sat. Nov. 14  USATF XC State Meet***
  • Sat. Nov. 21  USATF XC Region Meet***
  • Sat. Dec. 12  USATF XC Jr Olympics Nationals***  LaFayette, LA
​ ***Some competitions require athletes to be USATF Youth members. The USATF Youth Membership fee is $38 and is       separate from the team's registration fee. To purchase a USATF Youth membership click here.
Why DeKalb Dash?
  • Welcoming environment for new and experienced runners
  • Structured, age-appropriate training
  • Positive team culture built on effort and accountability
  • Optional pathway to USATF Junior Olympics competition
  • Focus on confidence, discipline, and long-term athlete development
Program Philosophy
Inclusive by Design
Every athlete is supported, encouraged, and challenged at their own level. No prior running experience is required.
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Competitive When Ready
Athletes who want to push themselves will receive guidance, goal setting, and opportunities to race in more competitive environments.

Meet the Coaches

PictureKevin Graham
Kevin Graham is a longtime member of the Atlanta running community with over 40 years of experience as both an athlete and coach.
His journey began humbly as the last kid on his team, a starting point that shaped his work ethic and passion for the sport.
He went on to become a six-time Georgia State Champion in cross country and track, a Footlocker (Kinney) National Finalist, and was inducted into the Georgia High School Cross Country & Track and Field Hall of Fame in 2013.

At the collegiate level, Kevin made history at Georgia Tech as the program’s first NCAA Cross Country All-American and held the school’s 10K record for 17 years.

His personal bests include 14:09 (5K), 29:36 (10K), 1:09:36 (half marathon), and 2:27:45 (marathon).

Kevin has coached at the collegiate, private, and volunteer levels for over two decades, including helping lead Emory University to four NCAA Cross Country National appearances. He currently works in communications in Conyers, GA, and continues to coach and mentor athletes of all levels.