CSD Athletics: Bulldog News
August 25th, 2023
Gabriel Westry Signs at Morehouse College
Congratulations to Gabriel Westry. Gabriel, DHS Senior Baseball player, committed to continuing his athletic and academic career at Morehouse College. We are proud of Gabriel and all that he has accomplished as a student-athlete at DHS and look forward to cheering him on at Morehouse! Thank you, Gabriel, for allowing us to share in this celebrated accomplishment with you and your family.
DHS Boys' Soccer Players Named to GACA Preseason Team
We are proud to announce that Isaac Klein and Kimball Bryant have been selected to the Preseason Team of the Year by the Georgia Athletic Coaches Association (GACA)! This prestigious recognition is a testament to their exceptional talent, hard work, and dedication to our program. Both players have demonstrated outstanding leadership and skill, and we look forward to seeing their continued impact on the field this season. Congratulations, Isaac and Kimball, on this incredible honor!
DHS Baseball Tree Recycling a BIG Success
Great job to our DHS Baseball program. As a team, the Bulldogs picked up and recycled over 100 trees in the Decatur Community!! Thank you to everyone who supported our Baseball Bulldogs in this fundraiser! We are looking forward to a fun and exciting season this Spring.
Spring Sports Tryouts Quickly Approaching
While the weather certainly feels like Winter, our Spring sports are preparing for tryouts this month. Please note the start dates below and click the link for more information about each sport. If you have questions, contact our coaches for details. Remember, students must have an updated medical profile in DragonFly to participate.
Jan. 21 - BHMS Girls' Soccer
Jan. 27 - DHS Baseball, Gymnastics, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field
DHS Tennis Tryout Details
DHS Tennis Tryouts will take place from Jan. 27-29. Tryouts on Monday will be held at Dekalb Tennis Center. Tuesday and Wednesday's tryouts will be at Glenlake Park. See the flyer linked here for more information!
Please contact Coach Messer with questions (dmesser@csdecatur.net)
Girls' Ultimate Frisbee Interest Form
Interested in playing girls' Ultimate Frisbee? The DHS Girls' Ultimate Frisbee team is looking for new and experienced players for its 2025 season! We are hosting interest meetings on December 18 at 5pm at the Agnes Scott and on January 9 at 6pm at DHS Stadium. No-cut tryouts to determine V and JV will be held on January 12 and 15. Please complete this form to show your interest. For more information on interest meetings, clinics and tryouts visit www.decaturultimate.com or email Keri Chayavadhanangkur (chaya.keri@gmail.com)!
BHMS Girls' Soccer Interest Form
Girls' Soccer at Beacon Hill is just around the corner! If you are interested in trying out in the Spring, please fill out the form below. We're looking forward to a great season. If you have any questions, reach out to Coach Ali (htrenovations@earthlink.net) and Coach Witherspoon (wilson.witherspoon@gmail.com)
Girls' Lacrosse Interest Form
Interested in playing girls lacrosse? Fill out this form from your CSD email to show your interest. Please email Coach Alex Powers (apowers@csdecatur.net) if you have any questions.
Register to Run While Supporting Decatur Athletics
Did you know that Run With the Dogs 5K is one of Decatur Bulldog Booster's biggest fundraisers?
In addition to being a Peachtree Road Race qualifier and great community event, all proceeds go to support team play needs for 1,100 athletes on 57 teams, representing 19 sports at DHS and BHMS. All that and you get an amazing t-shirt designed by Decatur's own Adam Pinsley!
Register today and mark your calendar for January 25 -- you won't want to miss it!
Save the Date - Bulldog Bash
Plans are underway for another super-fun event to raise money for Decatur Athletics -- The Bulldog Bash!
This year's event is on March 22 at Independent Distilling Company. There will be a live, online auction featuring everything from artwork and experiences to trips, restaurant gift cards, tickets for sporting events, self care and lots more. Be on the look-out for more information and save the date!
Get Your Game Ticket Bundle for the Entire Year
Boosters offers ticket packs that are good for any game* throughout the year at Decatur High School and Beacon Hill Middle School. Click HERE to choose your level, and Go Bulldogs!
(*Excludes away games and playoff games.)
Check Out Our Team Rosters
If you’ve ever wondered who’s playing what position, there’s now a roster for that. Check out the rosters for all fall sports HERE.
Please scroll through the options to find the sport appropriate to your visit. Click the team name or photo to be redirected to detailed information about each team. We appreciate your patience as we finalize our Fall Sports!
Fundraise for Your Sport by Helping In Concessions
Watch the game while also raising money for your team. Any DBB-supported sport can earn up to $100 per game by encouraging their athletes to manage concessions.
- $20 per volunteer per game
- Max: 5 volunteers per game
- DBB pays quarterly payouts to the Athletics Play Fund for each participating sport
Sign up HERE!
Sportsmanship Building Integrity
In sports, it's not just about winning—it's about doing what's right. In this clip, professional tennis player Jack Sock demonstrates exceptional sportsmanship during a crucial point in a match. When honesty outweighs competition, it reminds us all that true champions are defined not just by their skills, but by their integrity. Watch how a simple act of fairness on the court can make a lasting impact both in sports and in life.
Tips for a Positive Parent/Caregiver-Coach Partnership
The role of an athlete's parent is challenging for many reasons! Finding opportunities for your child to participate, encouraging them to take risks, celebrating their accomplishments, supporting them through various challenges... It adds up and can take a toll. This resource from the Positive Coaching Alliance emphasizes the importance of building a partnership with your child's coach and provides helpful strategies to do so. There are many valuable lessons our students can learn through sports, many of which are not fun or easy to learn, and having adults who are working together makes the challenging times beneficial!
What are YOUR Youth Sports Goals?
This year, the Bulldogs are partnering again with the Positive Coaching Alliance to enhance the experience of our students, coaches, and Bulldog families. The PCA has a vast number of resources that can help us make the most of our experience.
This resource is an activity we shared last year that aims at helping students and their families determine what their goals are as student-athletes. This exercise can spark some important conversations about how families decide to navigate this experience. Making sure everyone is on the same page about what desired outcomes can help to create a positive experience!
"What are YOUR Youth Sport Goals? Parent/Caregiver 100 Point Exercise"
