CSD Athletics: Bulldog News
August 25th, 2023
Bulldog Families,
On Friday, March 7, our student-athletes met with State Representative Omari Crawford to discuss legislation at the Capitol that impacts schools, students, and athletes. The goal was to have a two-way learning conversation where our students could learn about how local politics impacts their lives and Rep. Crawford could gain insight from our athletes about how he could initiate action to support their experience. The event surpassed all expectations!! Not only are our student-athletes impressive in competition, they are exceptional in the classroom, and leaders in the community. It was one of many proud days to be a Bulldog!
As we always say, there is always a lot to celebrate in CSD Athletics. If you have any questions or need guidance relating to our programs, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. Thanks for your support. Go Bulldogs!!
Director of Activities & Athletics: Rodney Thomas
Assistant Activities & Athletics Director: David Harbin
Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant: Kelli Aaron
CSD Board Recognizes Jason Welborn for Player of the Week Award
Congratulations to Jason Welborn, Junior Basketball player, who was recognized at Tuesday's Board Meeting. Jason received the Sports Illustrated Player of the Week Award this season. Thank you to Dr. Whitaker and the Board of Education for spotlighting his accomplishment!
BHMS Basketball recognized at Board Meeting
Great job to our BHMS All-Star student-athletes who were recognized at the CSD Board of Education meeting on Tuesday. Leighellen Lucas, Hollis Rucker, Stella Rucker, and Hugh Ohlandt were selected to represent CSD at the Dekalb County All-Star Game where Hollis was named the game's MVP! Coaches Hood and Philippi, along with Principal Thomas were there to celebrate.
Rachana Huy Recognized for Posse Scholarship
Rachana Huy, Senior and standout Volleyball player, was recognized at the Board Meeting Tuesday. Rachana has been awarded the prestigious Posse Scholarship and will attend George Washington University in the Fall. Rachana has been a notable leader in our athletic department. We are proud of her accomplishment and excited to see what the future has in store.
Legacy Park Ribbon Cutting
The Finish Line is in sight!! Join the City Schools of Decatur and the City of Decatur on March 29 for the official opening of the track & field facility at Decatur Legacy Park.
The event will begin with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 AM, followed by an inaugural lap around the track at 11 AM and a mascot race at 11:45 AM.
The community fun portion of the event will kick off at 12 PM and include sports demonstrations by student-athletes, relay races, food trucks, music and more.
Wear your fastest shoes and join us!
Decatur Gymnastics Places Third in Second Meet of the Season
On Saturday, March 8, Decatur High School’s varsity gymnastics team competed in their second meet of the season against Kell, West Forsyth, Creekview, and Woodstock. The team scored a 96.85 all-around, earning third place.
Amani Mulkey-Price placed 4th all-around (32.775), finished 2nd on floor (8.475), and tied for 3rd on beam (8.25). Cara Holeck placed 6th all-around with a score of 32.325.
The team will compete again this Thursday, March 13, at Dunwoody High School at 6:00 PM.
DHS Cheer Interest Meeting - March 17
We're wrapping up a great cheer season at DHS and already, it's time to begin preparing for next year! Please see the flyer for details about the Interest Meeting. All aspiring cheerleaders will meet with our coaches on March 17 at 4 PM to discuss tryouts and expectations. This is for all rising 9th-12th grade students.
CSD Athletic Department Receives "Outstanding Organization Contribution" Award
Our CSD Athletic Department was recognized at the Georgia Athletic Director's Association Conference for our Outstanding Organization Contribution. In 2024, the NIAAA and GADA partnered with My Stuffed Bags to collect donations and support child victims of abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and homelessness. In total, the GADA raised over $14,000 to support families in need. We are proud to have been a contributor to such an impactful organization.
Former Decatur AD Carter Wilson Inducted into the NIAAA Hall of Fame
Decatur High School is proud to celebrate the induction of former Athletic Director Carter Wilson into the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) Hall of Fame. A DHS alumnus, Coach Wilson dedicated his career to shaping student-athletes and promoting excellence in high school athletics. Serving as Decatur’s AD from 1999 to 2017, his leadership left a lasting impact on our programs, facilities, and community. His tireless work at the local, state, and national levels has now earned him one of the highest honors in interscholastic athletics. Congratulations, Coach Wilson, on this well-deserved recognition!
DHS Literary Team Finishes as Region Runners Up
Congratulations to our DHS Literary Team! The Bulldogs finished second in the Region 4-5A competition and will send a number of students to the State Meet. See below for our State Competitors:
Decatur Winners of Regionals, Going to State:
Extemporaneous Speaking: Domestic: Eva Hamilton
Extemporaneous Speaking: International: Camillo Saravia
Argumentative Essay: Prachi Patel
Personal Essay: Kendal Henderson
Literary Analysis Essay: Abigail Lancaster
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!
Thursday, Mar. 13 - V Baseball vs. Dunwoody - 5:55 PM
Thursday, Mar. 13 - V Tennis vs. Chamblee - 4:00 PM
Friday, Mar. 14 - JV/V Girls' Lacrosse vs. River Ridge - 6:00/7:30 PM
Friday, Mar. 14 - BHMS Soccer vs. Drew Charter - 5:00 PM
Saturday, Mar. 15 - JV Boys' Lacrosse vs. Lakeside/Mill Creek - 11:30 AM
Monday, Mar. 17 - JV/V Girls' Lacrosse vs. Dunwoody - 6:00/7:45 PM
Monday, Mar. 17 - 9B Soccer vs. Cross Keys (@ Ebster) - 5:00 PM
Tuesday, Mar. 18 - V Soccer vs. Lakeside - 6:00/8:00 PM
Tuesday, Mar. 18 - JV Baseball vs. Parkview - 5:30 PM
Wednesday, Mar. 19 - V Baseball vs. Chamblee - 5:55 PM
Thursday, Mar. 20 - JV Tennis vs. Dunwoody - 4:00 PM
Thursday, Mar. 20 - JV Soccer vs. St. Pius - 5:45/7:15 PM
Friday, Mar. 21 - V Baseball vs. Chamblee - 5:55 PM
Celebrating the Underdogs
Here's a feel good story from Women's College Basketball: When TCU women's basketball faced a roster shortage and was on the brink of canceling their season one year ago, walk-on Ella Hamlin, along with a few others, participated in an open tryout to fill out the roster, stepping up to help a team in a time of need. One year later, it is obvious Hamlin's selflessness and commitment left a profound impact on her teammates and coaches, who recognized her value beyond statistics. In a heartfelt gesture, she was awarded a full scholarship, a testament to the team's appreciation for her courage and willingness to step into an unfamiliar role. Her story celebrates the importance of recognizing and valuing those who take risks and make a difference behind the scenes. Here's to those who play valuable roles on their team in ways that don't always show up on the scoreboard or the stat book and to the teammates and coaches who celebrate them!
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"
