Kameron Bethea

Kameron Bethea — Rising Sprint Sensation of Jackrabbit TC & BufordHigh

Kameron Bethea is quickly emerging as one of Georgia’s most impressive youth sprinters. Representing the Jackrabbit Track Club and Buford High School (Class of 2028), he’s already turned heads with elite performances and a champion mindset.

Personal Bests & Season Highlights

  • 100 m – 10.48 s (Gwinnett County Varsity Championship, Mar 31, 2025)
  • 200 m – 21.18 s (GHSA 6A State Championships, May 10, 2025)
  • 400m- 48.36
  • Indoor 60 m – 6.84 s (Armory Track, Mar 14, 2025)
  • Indoor 200 m – 21.44 s (Armory Track, Mar 16, 2025)
  • Indoor 400 m – 51.78 s (Boston, Mar 9, 2023)

Athletic Profile & Competitive Edge

At just a freshman, Kameron not only claimed the GHSA 6A State title in the 100 m (10.57 s) and 200 m (21.52 s), but he also anchored Buford’s winning 4×100 m relay team (40.49 s)  —a remarkable double feat for his age.

He’s also the Gwinnett County 100 m champion, smashing a 10.48 s meet record, and powering Buford to a blistering 40.27 s relay win, plus a 21.24 s victory in the 200 m—both meeting records.

Performance Personality Mindset & Future Trajectory

Kameron’s athletic journey is marked by more than times; it’s driven by discipline, fierce focus, and a supportive crew—from Jackrabbit TC coaches to his Buford HS mentors and teammates. His self-driven approach—film analysis, rigorous training, year-round development—is why he stands out as a preeminent freshman in Georgia.

With eye-popping personal records and championship momentum, Kameron is on a collision course with future opportunities—AAU Nationals, college recruitment, and perhaps even the Olympic Trials. As he says, “It’s not just the stopwatch—it’s what you do after you hit the line.”

The Takeaway An Athletic Genius

  • Speed on display: 10.48s (100 m), 21.18s (200 m)
  • Versatility in motion: Excels indoor (60 m, 200 m, 400 m)
  • Champion maker: Titles in 100m, 200m, 4×100 relay at state/gwinnett meets

In Kameron, we’ve got a rare combination of track brilliance, mental tenacity, and relentless ambition. He’s not just running races—he’s redefining what a freshman athlete can achieve.

Watch This Space

As he continues to train, compete, and forge his athletic legacy, Kameron Bethea is definitely one to track—on the scoreboard and in the stories of tomorrow’s track stars.

Parents Raising Athletes: Gerald Bathea

Behind the Speed: The Story of Kameron Bethea’s Biggest Fans — His Parents

Raising a track star like Kameron Bethea isn’t for the faint of heart — or light of wallet. From the outside looking in, it may just seem like a few races and medals. But for us, it’s a lifestyle — a deeply rewarding one, but definitely not without sacrifice.

Track and field can be very expensive. Between multiple pairs of spikes and running shoes — sometimes more than once a season — plus tents, folding chairs, travel, and food, the bills pile up fast. And that’s just the basics. Once your child starts performing at an elite level, the numbers multiply. We’re easily talking thousands of dollars each year.

Yes, it affects our jobs. There’s no sugarcoating that. But with time and experience, you learn to adapt. You become a seasoned track parent — planning ahead, balancing work, travel, and competition schedules like a logistics manager. It’s not easy, but it becomes second nature when you’re doing it for your child’s future.

What keeps us grounded through it all is our foundation as a couple. This journey hasn’t shaken our relationship — if anything, it’s reinforced it. We’re aligned on the goals we have for our children, and that unity is what helps us navigate everything from long weekends at meets to difficult decisions on training.

Sometimes, the real challenge comes from those who don’t understand the vision. We’ve had family members question the cost. “Why are y’all still paying for all this?” they ask. “If he’s that good, shouldn’t someone be paying him?” And to that, we say: everything in due time. This path is a marathon, not a sprint. The right opportunities come to those who stay committed.

When it comes to decisions, whether it’s coaching, training, or technique, we don’t let outside noise sway us. We take in professional advice, trust our instincts, and rely on our firsthand experiences. We know what’s best for Kam because we’ve been with him every step of the way.

And then there’s the classic jab — “Y’all are just living through your child.” If that ever came our way, our answer is simple: No, this is his dream. We didn’t choose a track for ourselves. We recognized Kameron’s natural talent early on and simply provided the platform for him to shine. He’s been proving us right ever since.

When Kam transferred to Buford High School, we were nervous like any parents would be. But from day one, he was welcomed with open arms — not just by the coaches and staff, but by the athletes themselves. The team embraced him. That kind of love can’t be faked. It confirmed for us that he’s not just respected for his speed, but for his character.

One thing people always bring up is Kam’s running form. It’s been a conversation for years. But here’s the truth: Kam has run like that forever. As he said in his state interview — “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” And judging by his performance, there’s absolutely nothing broken.

We’re proud of Kameron. Not just because he’s fast, but because he’s humble, focused, and unshakably driven. As parents, all we ever wanted was to see him discover his purpose — and run full speed toward it.