NEWS

Given the continuing impact of COVID-19 on the educational environment, the NCAA Eligibility Center has partnered with the NCAA membership to identify the following changes to the initial-eligibility certification process for students who initially enroll full time in a collegiate institution during the 2021-22 academic year. The Eligibility Center will continue to monitor the environment and make necessary adjustments to prioritize health, safety and fairness for all prospective student-athletes.

USATF CORONAVIRUS 2019 (COVID-19) INFORMATION PAGE

UPDATED REGULARLY

INDIANAPOLIS — The USATF COVID-19 Working Group has approved an update to its Event Hosting guidance. 

The update includes amended guidance on multiple items, including specific updates for cross country, road race, Mountain / Ultra / Trail (MUT) events, and indoor track and field.

In all phases, USATF stresses personal hygiene, face coverings and social distancing. The updated guidance requires face coverings for all event participants and attendees, with limited exceptions.  Until a vaccine is developed, long-term immunity can be confirmed, or a cure is found, there is no way of completely eliminating the risk of fatal infection. This should always be in the forefront when considering return to training or event hosting decisions.

As more information is discovered about COVID-19, the guidance will be amended accordingly. Athletes and coaches are encouraged to visit usatf.org/covid19 regularly for updates. 

Important Links
USATF Event Hosting Guidance - UPDATED v1.4
USATF Guidelines for Return to Training 

Madison Gordon

The members of the D.C. Express Board of Directors are excited to announce that you are the 2020 recipient of the D.C. Express/Ron Williams Scholarship ($1000.00). This scholarship was established six years ago as a way to honor the Founder and President for dedicating so much of his life to working with youth in DeKalb and the surrounding counties.

As demonstrated in your application, you exemplify all of the attributes that we were looking for in a scholarship recipient. The valedictorian of Stockbridge High School, graduated with a 4.5 GPA and earned a track and field scholarship to Florida A&M University, "the quintessential student-athlete." We applaud you for your commitment to academic excellence.

Congratulations and best wishes as you begin your collegiate career.

Please know that you will always have our support.

D.C. Express Track Club - 2020 Indoor Season Awards

Athletes Indoor Participation:

Madison Gordon

Gabriella Duncan-Smith

Jada Collier

Jaydan Bryant

Aryanna Johnson

Samuel Smith

Nyla Armand 

Jasmine Gryne 

Ereyona Gore 

Saige Hypolite

Most Improved: Hard work and dedication have improved performance, both in practice and competition.

Jasmine Gryne - 400m

Gabriella Duncan-Smith - 60m

Aryanna Johnson - 400m & Triple Jump 

Nyla Armand - 800m

Jada Collier – 60m

Club Record Breakers Award:

Nyla Armand 17-18 Young Women 800m 2:21.48 (Indoor Record) 

Jasmine Gryne 17-18 Young Women 400m 55.88 (Indoor Record) 

Aryanna Johnson 17-18 Young Women Triple Jump 36' (Indoor Record) 

Madison Gordon 17-18 Young Women 1 Mile 6:03.71 (Indoor Record)

Coaches Award: Displaying a great attitude, good attendance, and consistent training habits, exemplifying the essence of sportsmanship and athletic competition.

Samuel Smith 

Madison Gordon

Athlete of Year Indoor Season - Point system based on overall places 1 - 8 during season.

Jasmine Gryne

Best Overall Track & Field Athlete - Competed in Both Track & Field Events

Aryanna Johnson - 400m / Triple Jump

Aryanna exemplified the term track & field athlete, by displaying her talents competing in the field and on the track.

Express Scholar Athlete: Highest Overall GPA 

Madison Gordon - 4.5

President's Award: Honoring those individuals, whose dedication and support have been vital to the success of the organization and whose leadership has played so vital role in the fruition of our purposes and programs.

• President's Award is awarded to Thomas Allen Clark (Stockbridge High School) - whose dedication and support have been vital to the success of the organization, and being intricately involved in assisting with facility and community support, his leadership have contributed to the fruition of our purposes and goals.