CSD Athletics: Bulldog News

Bulldog Families,

Winter Sports are in full swing! Our Swim, Basketball, Cheer, and Wrestling Bulldogs are excited to be competing and already stacking victories. Check below for upcoming home games to support the Bulldogs!

Fall Sports are wrapping up, with Cross Country once again standing on the podium at State. We celebrated our Senior Flag Football Bulldogs this week, and they captured their 15th victory of the season. We're looking forward to the playoffs after the Thanksgiving Break.

GHSA recently released the new classifications, along with proposed regions for next year. As it currently stands, we will be competing in 6A-Region 4, along with Alcovy, Chamblee, Dunwoody, Heritage, Midtown, Meadowcreek, and Shiloh.

As always, there is 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.

Go Bulldogs!!

Director of Activities & Athletics: Rodney Thomas

(rthomas@csdecatur.net)

Assistant Activities & Athletics Director: David Harbin

(dharbin@csdecatur.net)

Bookkeeper & Administrative Assistant: Kelli Aaron

(kaaron@csdecatur.net)

Congratulations to our Girls' and Boys' Cross Country teams. The Bulldogs travelled to Carrollton last Friday to complete in the 5A State Meet. Our Bulldog Girls' team finished 4th, making the podium once again! The Boys' finished impressively in 8th-place. Great job to all of our runners and our coaches. DHS Cross Country continues to be a contender in 5A. We are proud of your hard work and dedication!!

Click the links to see full results (GIRLS) and (BOYS)

On Wednesday, we started NCAA Signing Period celebrating Isaiah Lewis. Isaiah will continue his academic and athletic journey at the University of Georgia. Isaiah was joined by his family, coaches, and peers to reflect on his accomplishments. Great job, Isaiah!!

We are looking forward to celebrating many more of our athletes as they decide their future next steps!

Congratulations to our BHMS Boys' Soccer team. The Bulldogs defeated Sutton Middle School on Friday night in the Atlanta Metro Middle School Championship. After taking a 2-0 lead, the Bulldogs found themselves in overtime, tied 2-2. Neither team was able to find the back of the net in the extra period, which led to a penalty kick shootout. Beacon Hill scored each of its penalty attempts to be crowned Champions. This is 4 years in a row that the Bulldogs have lifted the trophy at the end of the season!!

Our Varsity Swim Bulldogs have started the season strong, picking up wins on Friday against Lovett and Paideia, followed by another impressive competition against Dunwoody and North Springs. In just two meets, the Bulldogs have already multiple State Cuts!

Wrestling season is here and the Bulldogs are ready! On Saturday, our wrestlers set up the gym and took the mat in an intrasquad matchup. The excitement was palpable amongst student-athletes, coaches, and parents. We're excited for the season to get started!

On Wednesday night, our Bulldogs celebrated 9 Seniors on their final home game of the season. After the celebration, Decatur defeated Drew Charter School 18-0.

During the celebration, Coach Allison Paul was presented with the College Football Playoff Foundation’s Extra Yard for Teachers Award, celebrating educators who make a lasting impact. As our Head Girls Flag Football Coach and Program Coordinator, Coach Paul has built more than just a team, she’s built confidence, discipline, and a true sense of belonging for her players. She’s shown what it means to lead with passion and purpose, whether it’s on the field, in the classroom, or in the countless hours she devotes to helping students grow. Great job, Coach!!

Congratulations to our DHS Softball team. This week, 10 Bulldogs were recognized on the Region 4-5A All-Region Team. All-Region recognitions spotlight the accomplishments of each athlete throughout the season, as well as the contributions of the teammates who pushed and supported along the way. To have 9 students and Coach Williams recognized is a testament to the success of the entire team! Great job, Bulldogs!!

Decatur High School students without a smartphone have the option to email our Athletic Director, Mr. Rodney Thomas, or our Principal, Dr. Duane Sprull, to make ticket arrangements. Communication must be at least 48 hours before the event.

Please note: This process will not apply to GHSA Playoff events hosted at Decatur High School.

We’re excited to welcome everyone to our events this year, and we are committed to ensuring every fan feels both safe and welcomed at our athletic events.

To streamline entry and support a positive experience, here’s what to know:

• Weapons detection systems will be in use at the gates to enhance safety and peace of mind.

• Bag guidelines: Only clear bags are allowed—either a clear bag up to 12″ x 6″ x 12″ or a small clutch (around 4.5″ × 6.5″). Exceptions are made for medically necessary or diaper bags, which will be subject to inspection.

• Faster entry is easier entry: Bringing fewer items helps everyone move through the screening process more smoothly and swiftly.

Thank you for your cooperation, and for helping us create a welcoming and secure atmosphere for Bulldog Nation.

We appreciate all of our local families and companies who step up to support our Bulldogs every year!! As noted in the graphic, the DBB plays a vital role in the success of our programs - in so many different ways!

Learn more about how you can become a Bulldog Sponsor for the 2025-26 school year by clicking the button below.

Decatur Bulldog Boosters (DBB) is made up of parents and guardians who plan fun events to support Bulldog athletics at Decatur High School and Beacon Hill Middle School. Join our meetings the second Monday of every month in the DHS Performing Arts Center (PAC) hospitality suite at 6:30 p.m.

Aug. 11 ; Sept. 8 ; Oct. 13. ; Nov. 10 ; Dec. 8 ; Jan. 1 ; Feb. 9 ; Mar. 9 ; Apr. 13 ; May 11

Stay in the know on all things Boosters by following us on Facebook and Instagram.

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Saturday, November 15 - Varsity Basketball vs. Towers - 2/3:30 PM

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Thursday, November 20 - Varsity Wrestling vs. Tucker, Morrow, Tift Co - 6:00 PM

Saturday, November 22 - BHMS Basketball vs. Chapel Hill - 5:30 PM

This year, we’ll be shining a light on the outstanding student-athletes who represent the Decatur Bulldogs with pride, passion, and perseverance. Whether it’s in competition, in the classroom, or through leadership in our community, their achievements and character embody what it means to be a Bulldog. We look forward to sharing their stories and celebrating their contributions to the vibrant Decatur Bulldog community.

Olympic legend Michael Phelps shares how breaking challenges into small, manageable goals is the key to achieving monumental success. This is an important lesson for our young student-athletes: focusing on daily habits and small victories not only prevents overwhelm but also builds the foundation for long-term growth and achievement.

When we sign up for sports, we sign up for to skill development, competition, and fun. Also included in the mix are frustration, mistakes, and disappointment. Some of the most lasting and impactful growth happens in these difficult moments and it is important to be thoughtful in our approach as supportive adults. This Positive Coaching Alliance article provides good advice for supporting athletes to in these tough moments.

How Parents/Caregivers Can Support Their Athletes Through Tough Moments

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!

Tips for a Positive Parent/Caregiver-Coach Partnership

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"