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The Darling Dash

The second annual Darling Dash Memorial 5K Run and 1K Family Run/Walk will be held on Sunday, February 26, 2012, to commemorate the 11th anniversary of the death of Devaughn Darling

On February 26, 2001, 18 year old, Devaughn Darling lost his life due to exhaustion during spring football practice at Florida State University. He would leave his identical twin brother, Devard Darling, to live on and fulfill their shared dream to play professional football. Devard would persevere and not only make it to the NFL but also establish the As One Foundation in memory of Devaughn. Both twins carry the sickle cell trait, which alone is no real threat to the 8% of blacks born in America. But, coupled with physical rigor and lack of hydration, could be fatal. In other words, Devaughn’s death was preventable. Marking the annual anniversary of Devaughn’s death, Darling Dash 5k revenue will help fund the As One Foundation’s efforts to prevent future deaths of young athletes by promoting sickle cell trait awareness.