Connie Patton- Head Coach/Founder/Director of Track & Field (Elementary Sprints)

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 & Technicalities)

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.

Benjamin Onyekwelu - Assistant Coach (Long Jump & Triple Jump)

Coach Ben is an exercise science and a coaching and officiating minor graduate athlete from Middle Tennessee State University. Since 2016, Onyekwelu has developed his craft in sports to competing in long and triple jump in track and field. Onyekwelu was born and raised in Nigeria, and has represented his country as number one in Nigeria’s National Tryouts in long jump. He has also represented his country as number one in the International African Championship and Under Twenty World Junior Championship in long jump. His PB in long jump is 7.91m, and his PB in triple jump is 15.37m. Onyekwelu has always dreamed of passing the torch and working with younger athletes to provide them the coaching experience he has experienced during his track and field career.

LaQuasha Gough - Assistant Coach (Relays)

Coach Quasha brings over 20 years of experience in the track and field world as a student athlete and coach. She is born and raised in Nashville, TN. Coach Quasha was a multi sport athlete competing in Volleyball, Basketball, and Track and believes the “teamwork makes the dream work.” She holds a master’s degree in professional counseling and embraces a passion for youth. She takes pride in assisting them to be the best they can be on and off the track.

Leslye Williams - Assistant Coach (Middle/High School Sprints)

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Tracon Hawkins - Assistant Coach

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 (Distance)

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!