Less than two percent of high school athletes realize their dream of competing at an NCAA Division I program. Evan Darm lived that dream at Campbell University.  Now, a decade after graduating, he is not only pursuing a coaching career at the highest level of collegiate athletics but is doing it at his alma mater.
 
Evan Darm came to Campbell in the fall of 2011 after earning all-state honors in his native Illinois.  During his time on the trails and track, he played a big role in the Fighting Camel distance program becoming one of the best in the Big South Conference.
 
Evan was an all-conference performer in cross country, indoor and outdoor track, but he may be remembered more for the determination and grit he displayed in his final collegiate race.
 
After graduation, Evan began a coaching career that eventually led him back to Buies Creek, where he serves as head coach of Campbell's men's and women's cross country and track and field teams.
 
In the next episode of Tales from the Creek, Evan Darm talks with Stan Cole about growing up in suburban Chicago, his path to Campbell, all things Chicago sports, his coaching philosophy and more.
 
Suggestions for future Tales from the Creek interview subjects are always welcome and may be sent to Stan Cole at cole@campbell.edu.