Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) students were among those who earned All-American status at the AAU Junior Olympic Games 2024 held July 27 to Aug. 3 at North Carolina A&T University in Greensboro, N.C. The AAU Junior Olympic Games are known as the largest national multi-sport event for youth in the U.S., according to the AAU website.

Children and teens who are members of the Charles County Elite Track & Field Club represent Calvert, Charles, Montgomery, Prince George’s and St. Mary’s counties and the District of Columbia. Nathaniel and Pamela Muhammad founded the club over a decade ago with about 40 members, now it boosts more than 165.

“Sports is a great way to teach life lessons,” Pamela Muhammad said. Elite staff work with parents and guardians to meet the needs of club members to ensure their academic goals are being met while stoking their interest in health and fitness. Elite staff also helps families navigate the college recruitment process, NCAA Eligibility Center registration and other high school-to-college requirements. “Charles County Elite’s goal is to always create a safe space for every child on the team, so they can be their best, learn and grow into successful adults,” Muhammad said.

To earn All-American status at the Junior Olympics, an athlete must place eighth or higher in their event. Elite members are expected to be honored by the Charles County Commissioners at a future meeting.

Some relay teams include members who do not attend CCPS. CCPS students who were named All Americans include:

60-meter dash

• LaNai Easton, Mary B. Neal Elementary School.

4x100-meter relay (8 and under boys)

• Michai Dolby, Eva Turner Elementary School.
• Devin Davis, J.C. Parks Elementary School.
• Hezeki Plater, Berry Elementary School.

4x100-relay (9-10 girls)

• LaNai Easton, Neal.
• Royal Mason, William A. Diggs Elementary School.
• Zoey Hutton-Muse, Diggs.

4x200-meter relay (8 and under boys)

• Devin Davis, Parks
• Hezeki Plater, Berry.
• Dallas Dixon, Malcolm Elementary School.
• Desmond Graves, Diggs.
• Khi'Mari Gunn, Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Elementary School.
• Parker Jackson, Arthur Middleton Elementary School.

4x200-meter relay (9-10 girls)

• Desirae Fincher, Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary School.
• LaNai Easton, Neal.
• Zoey Hutton-Muse, Diggs.
• Cali Taft, Berry.
• Miracle Holmes, Middleton.
• Royal Mason, Diggs.
• Skylar Givens, Turner.

4x200-meter relay (13-14 girls)

• Raelynn Massey, John Hanson Middle School.

4x200-meter relay (13-14 boys)

• DeMarcus Washington, North Point High School.
• Zachary Pratt, Hanson.
• Austin Bragg, Piccowaxen Middle School.
• Rieyle Wrenn, Milton M. Somers Middle School.

4x200-meter relay (15-16 girls)

• Chloe Fludd, North Point.
• Jacey Void, St. Charles High School.
• Kendyl Ladd, North Point.
• Kami Brock, St. Charles.

4x200-meter relay (15-16 boys)

• Derrick Lyons Jr., St. Charles.

For a complete list of All Americans who competed and placed at the 2024 AAU Junior Olympics, including those who are members of the Elite Track & Field Club, visit https://www.milesplit.com/meets/625419-aau-junior-olympic-games-2024/results.

About CCPS

Charles County Public Schools provides 27,765 students in grades prekindergarten through 12 with an academically challenging education. Located in Southern Maryland, Charles County Public Schools has 38 schools that offer a technologically advanced, progressive and high quality education that builds character, equips for leadership and prepares students for life, careers and higher education.

The Charles County public school system does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability in its programs, activities or employment practices. For inquiries, please contact Dr. Mike Blanchard, Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (students) or Nikial M. Majors, Title IX/ADA/Section 504 Coordinator (employees/ adults), at Charles County Public Schools, Jesse L. Starkey Administration Building, P.O. Box 2770, La Plata, MD 20646; 301-932-6610/301-870-3814. For special accommodations call 301-934-7230 or TDD 1-800-735-2258 two weeks prior to the event.  CCPS provides nondiscriminatory equal access to school facilities in accordance with its Use of Facilities rules to designated youth groups (including, but not limited to, the Boy Scouts).