Dallas , Texas , has been buzzing with pride since Dakota White, at just seven years at the time, emerged as the fastest kid in the nation, breaking records and setting a blazing new pace for young athletes across the country.
Dakota, along with her teammates from Fort Worth’s Xpress Track Club, soared to victory at the AAU Junior Olympics in 2022, where they clinched a new record in the girls’ eight and under 100-meter relay.
With an astonishing time of 59.08 seconds, Dakota’s performance has cemented her status as a standout athlete .
When asked about her secret to success , she simply said:
This young prodigy first caught the nation’s attention in 2021 when videos of her track meet performances went viral on TikTok .
Remarkably, Dakota began her training journey at the tender age of three, under the guidance of her father , Cam White, a former Texas Christian University wide receiver.