Connie Patton- Head Coach/Founder/Director (Relays)
Coach Connie brings over 10 years of experience in the Track & Field world as an athlete and a coach. She started this organization with hopes of it becoming one of the best youth track organizations in the Nashville area. She owns multiple businesses and hold multiple degrees, and with her eagerness to mold children to be the best that they can be; this organization is in the best hands possible.
Christal Wilson - Assistant Head Coach (Hurdles)
Coach Chrissy brings over 15 years of experience as a track athlete and coach. Born and raised in Flint, MI where she still holds the city record in the 100M dash, and high school records in the 100M dash, 100 mH, 4x1 and 4x2 relays. Coach Chrissy earned a full ride athletic scholarship to Middle Tennessee State University where she obtained a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Social Work. Coach Chrissy strives to make a difference in children lives daily, on and off the track.
Leslye Williams - Assistant Coach (Sprints/Relays)
Bio Coming Soon
Tracon Hawkins - Assistant Head Coach (Sprints)
I am a dedicated coach with a B.A. in Health Human Performance and certifications as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT), Strength & Conditioning Specialist (S&CS), and Pain-Free Performance Specialist. With 8 years of experience in training individuals and athletes of all levels, I specialize in speed development, strength training, and injury prevention to help athletes maximize their performance. As a former athlete and experienced coach, I bring a dynamic and disciplined approach to training, focusing on explosiveness, endurance, and proper mechanics. I’m very Passionate about mentoring young athletes, and also committed to building confidence, discipline, and competitive excellence both on and off the track.
Kenny Cross- Strength & Conditioning
(OPEX Murfreesboro)
Coach Kenny is the Owner and Head Black Belt Instructor at OPEX Murfreesboro. He puts it on the line daily leading his students in competitions and coaching. He is dedicated and aware of his students needs and how to help them improve. Kenny has worked hard to push himself over the years and still competes in Jui-Jitsu. He brings determination and will to our D4G Elite athletes by helping them push over new heights in the strength and conditioning areas.
Darrell Bradford - Assistant Coach/ Sponsorship Directot
Coach Darrell Played basketball, football and was a pitcher as a kid. He was a lifeguard for Metro parks, which shows his love for kids and there push for their future. He was an assistant for a major fit group for 3 years in Nashville and assisted D4G Track club with Long jumps in 2024. In 2025 Darrell will be joining the coaching staff helping out our Middle & Long Distance Runners. His infectious smile and motivating spirit will bring life to our distance group this season. He believes our kids are the future, so build now!
Jason Black - Head Coach (Cross Country & Distance)
Coach Black has the pleasure of Leading Our Brand New Program (Cross Country) & Helping Our Athletes Tap Into The Mental Aspect Of Running! He's dedicated and Focused on building an elite XC and Distance program with D4G Elite who have a passion for pushing their limits, strengths and minds on the longer endurance runs. He Participated in many sports throughout his high school career excelling in Track and Filed and XC. Currently competes in Spartan Races and similar Endurance and Strength Competitions. He has a passion for winning and competing. He understands that it takes the right people and processes for this to happen as a team!
Fav Quote: "You never know your limits unless you push yourself to them!!"
Daryl Rice - Assistant Coach - High Jump
Bio Coming Soon