Due to various factors, we’ve made the difficult choice to not have a 2026 track and field season.  The biggest barrier is the unavailability of a track facility for training.  Unfortunately, despite numerous attempts over a span of several months to negotiate a fair rate to use the track at Tommy Oliver Stadium, we’ve only been offered the published rate of $300/hr with a 2 hr minimum per session.  For comparsion, 2025 was the first time we’ve ever been asked to pay a fee to use the track and the rate was $25/hr.

Personally, I have a deep burden to invest more time and energy into Truth Fellowship Community Church where I pastor while also taking on additional responsibilities (including more frequent travel) at my day job.

I’ve literally coached track each summer since 2012 and I still have an immense love and appreciate for the sport.  I’m hopeful that circumstances change in the future and I’m always available to help families and upcoming groups navigate track and field so please don’t hesitate to reach out.

-Coach Damion Dunlap