Stride Nation Elite Track & Field
Boys & Girls · Ages 6–18
Spring / Klein / Houston, Texas
Why Stride Nation?
Parents choose Stride Nation Elite because their athletes get coached, challenged, and held to a standard.
Every practice has a plan. Athletes train with USATF-certified coaches who teach starts, mechanics, and race strategy — not just laps.
Athletes progress from Speed Academy fundamentals (6–8) through Development, Competitive, and Elite groups as they grow.
Athletes race in AAU and USATF-sanctioned meets with coaches on the infield, preparing them for district, regional, and national competition.
Qualifiers can advance from the AAU Gulf District Championship through Region 17 to the AAU Junior Olympic Games.
Discipline, punctuality, sportsmanship, and academics are part of the standard. Respect for teammates and officials is non-negotiable.
What can my child compete in?
Athletes try multiple events and find where they shine. Coaches help them specialize as they grow.
Who can join?
No track experience required. Beginners are welcome, and the first practice is a no-obligation visit.
Fundamentals, coordination, and fun introduction to track
Sprint mechanics, relays, and age-group competition prep
Event specialization, conditioning, and district-level meets
Advanced sprint training, recruiting support, and JO pathway
Results
Verified marks from Stride Nation Elite athletes this season.
The Wings Track Club Meet · May 2026
Kenzo Woods won Boys 13 100m Hurdles at Wings (15.21) · PR 14.91
Klein ISD Intermediate District Championship · 2026
Schindewolf 7th grade boys relay — 4x100 46.79 · 4x200 1:39.xx (school records, Schindewolf verified)
OUR ATHLETES
Equal spotlight on every athlete — published results only, with documented sources.
Meet the coaches
Founder & Head Coach
Founder and Head Coach of Stride Nation Elite. Grenada High School record holder, All-American athlete, and Ole Miss scholarship recipient dedicated to building champions on the track and leaders for life.
Specialty: Speed Development, Technical Excellence & Leadership
How to join
Membership runs through AAU. There is no separate Stride Nation form.
One short page. No Stride Nation form or account required.
Copy the Stride Nation Elite AAU Club Code with one tap.
Complete the official AAU Youth Athlete Membership and enter our club code when asked.
Show up ready at Klein Collins High School Track and meet your coaches.
Parent questions
Summer season runs June through July with year-round training opportunities. Fall and indoor options announced seasonally. Exact 2027 dates are published on the Register page as soon as they are confirmed.
Klein Collins High School Track, 20811 Ella Blvd, Spring, TX 77379.
Weekday evenings (6:00–7:00 PM) and weekend mornings (10:00–11:00 AM) during the season. Athletes attend at least 2 practices per week during competition season.
Club dues vary by age group and season, and Operations emails your athlete's exact rate before you commit. AAU membership is about $16–20 per year, meet entry fees are about $15–35 per meet, and the team uniform is purchased separately.
Structured sprint and event training with USATF-certified coaches. Practice schedule access and Team App communication. Meet preparation and race-day coaching support. Character development and team culture programming. Athletic.net team linkage (code KGNMNANUK).
No. Beginners are welcome. Coaches place every athlete in the right age group and teach the fundamentals from day one. The first practice is a no-obligation visit.
Running shoes (training — not spikes), Water bottle and light snack, Athletic clothing appropriate for weather, Sunscreen and hat for outdoor sessions, AAU membership card (once registered for meets). Spikes are not required for beginners — ask a coach before buying.
Coaches enter athletes into events by age group. On meet day, athletes check in with the team, warm up together, and compete with coaches supporting them. Results are posted to Athletic.net.
Most of the season is local and regional meets in the Houston area. Travel to championship meets, such as the AAU Junior Olympic Games, applies only to athletes who qualify.
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2027 Season · Now Enrolling
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