Byron Starks

[DaddyCajun]

Nyron Starks one of UL's true Champions!!!

I had some great memories of watching Byron, he was a hustler, great athlete, and a player who played the game clean but hard!!

My son will be going to one of his upcoming shooting camps and he is very excited to geaux. He saw a video clip which I will try to post. If I am unable I know the great Turbine will be able to do so.

Byron has a book that I purchased online as I thought it would be a great read for me and my son!


https://www.championsforlife.com/about-byron-starks/

DaddyCajun

We are fortunate to have great men like Byron to work with our kids and parents. We all give back in our own ways, whether we mean to or not, whether it is good or bad.

[RaginDave]

"I had some great memories of watching Byron, he was a hustler, great athlete, and a player who played the game clean but hard!!"

You are so right. B-Starks and C-Mack together were a deadly offensive and defensive combination.

Great to hear of the success of Starks.

[UL Ragin Cajun]

We need more people like Byron ! ! !

Another great video by Byron....

Byron Challenges Students To Take A Stand
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQcD4In-eJk

[NewsCopy]

PUBLISHED: Former UL basketball standout Byron Starks, currently coaching at Northside Christian in Crowley, has written a book, What Does It Take to Become a Champion? Just released, the book includes passages from many former Ragin' Cajun student-athletes and coaches - including Brian Mitchell, Jake Delhomme, Brandon Stokley, Javi DeJesus, Tony Robichaux, Beryl Shipley, Yvette Girouard, Andrew Toney, Bobby Paschal and Hollis Conway - answering the title question. "Byron put together one of the most powerful tools available today for anyone who wants to excel in every aspect of their life," said Conway, a former UL All-American and two-time Olympic medalist in the high jump. Starks is the founder and executive director of Champions International, Inc., a nonprofit motivational corporation. The book is available through that organization's Web site, www.championsforlife.com, More information on the book is available from Starks at 898-8889. The source of the story

[champ4life]

Champions International, Inc. presents

Byron Starks
Teacher * Coach * Mentor * Motivator

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BECOME A CHAMPION ? Find Out!

In his new book, What Does It Take To Become A Champion?,

Byron compiles Inspiring words from some of University of Louisiana’s Greatest Student- Athletes & Coaches

Hear From Greats Such AS:

Brian Mitchell
Jake Delhomme
Brandon Stokley
Javier DeJesus
Tony Robichaux
Beryl Shipley
Yvette Girouard
Andrew Toney
Bobby Paschal
Hollis Conway

...and so many more!

Listen to this quote:

"If what you did yesterday is still big for you today, you haven’t done anything today."

- Dorsey Steamer
University of Louisiana
All-American Softball Player
149 Stolen Bases
#1 in school history

"It comes back to how much you care - you can’t fake care."
- Tony Robichaux
Most Wins by a University of Louisiana Baseball Coach



Hear What Others Are Saying:

"For longtime Cajun fans, it’s a great trip down memory lane. It reminds you of some of the great athletes and coaches of the past and teaches you about some you may be unfamiliar with."
Kevin Foote
Sports Editor
Lafayette Daily Advertiser

"Byron Starks has put together one of the most powerful tools available today for anyone who wants to exceed and excel in every aspect of their life."
Hollis Conway
Two-Time Olympian


“While reading What Does It Take to Become a Champion?, I thought, “How inspiring to hear from so many great athletes the things that helped them to achieve greatness, not only in their respective sport but in life in general.” Thank you Byron Starks for providing the next generation of champions with these tremendous insights!”
Pastor Jeff Ables
Crossroads Church



Get Your Copy Today!

Order online at: www.championsforlife.com

or simply

Patronize these locations for a copy,

Acadian Religious & Gift Shop
2819 Johnston St.
Lafayette, LA.
235-7839

Bell's Sporting Goods
4313 Johnston St.
Lafayette, LA.
981-5330


Family Christian Stores
103 Acadiana Mall Circle
Lafayette, LA.
989-9790

Alexander Books
2001 W. Congress St.
234-2096

Crossroads Church
150 Verona Dr.
234-4308


For A Suggested Donation of $15.00 Help Support Local Youth Programs & Louisiana's Ragin Cajuns

Byron is a former University of Louisiana basketball star. His high school and college accomplishments are impressive:

As A Player

’89 & ’90 State Championships for Grambling High School

Scored 42 pts. in '90 State Championship Game

'90 State Tournament MVP

2 Time All State

AAU All American

’92 & ’94 Sunbelt Championship teams for University of Louisiana

2 NCAA Berths.

'92 Chevrolet Player of the Game vs. Oklahoma

'03 Inducted into the LHSAA Hall of Fame for his contribution to the game of basketball
(Louisiana High Schools Athletic Association)


As a Coach

3 Time Coach of the Year for LCSAA 97, ‘98 , & ’02
(Louisiana Christian Schools Athletic Association)

2 LCSAA JV State Championships in ’97 and ’00

1 LCSAA Varsity State Runner up in ’97 and an appearance in the 2002 semi-finals.

'06 LHSAA District 9-C Champions & Coach of the Year

Byron and his wife Angel are both graduates of University of Louisiana and the proud parents of 3 sons, B.J., Christon, and Caleb. Along with his day-to-day responsibities as founder and executive director of Champions International, Inc., a motivational non-profit corporation , Byron still finds time to coach the game he loves, he currently coaches at Northside Christian School, in Crowley, LA.

Need A Speaker for your next event? Contact, Byron at 898-8889 or visit www.championsforlife.com

[NCAA or BUST]

I have got to get this book.

[Hammer58]

_ I have got to get this book. _

Its not official but I believe he is going to be at fan day. I'm not sure if he will have books available then.

[DaddyCajun]

_ I have got to get this book. _

I bought this book just before it came out, as my son happened to be at one of Byrons Basketball Camps. It is a great book and something I try to read every day. A positive quote each day can not hurt anyone!

DaddyCajun

[champ4life]

Byron Starks,former Ragin Cajun Basketball standout, will host a book signing at various locations this weekend:

Red's Health Club: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 11th

Fan Day at U.L.: 5:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. Sunday, August 12th (includes a mini basketball clinic free to the public)
* A portion of the proceeds from this book signing will benefit Ragin Cajun Athletics & Local Youth Programs.


Book Title: What Does It Take To Become A Champion?

Book includes inspiring words from some of University of Louisiana’s Greatest Student-Athletes & Coaches

The book highlights these individuals accomplishments at the university, their thoughts on what it takes to become a champion, plus what they are doing now.

Hear from former greats such as:

Brian Mitchell
Jake Delhomme
Brandon Stokley
Javier DeJesus
Tony Robichaux
Beryl Shipley
Yvette Girouard
Andrew Toney
Bobby Paschal
Hollis Conway

...and so many more!

Can't make these events, order online at: www.championsforlife.com

[HoustonCajun]

Any idea why he would use UL Lafayette on the cover? He isn't required to as he is not associated with the university. Here is local, state and possibly national press on a great book and he calls us UL Lafayette, something we are trying to rid ourselves of. Just wondering why.

[HoustonCajun]

Not arguing the content of the book. Just don't understand when the university has the opportunity for publicity, especially with a former player, why the UL Lafayette reference? Of course, all of our former players in the pros still call us Louisiana-Lafayette, so why am I surprised?

[Doug]

_ Not arguing the content of the book. Just don't understand when the university has the opportunity for publicity, especially with a former player, why the UL Lafayette reference? Of course, all of our former players in the pros still call us Louisiana (), so why am I surprised? _

Makes me wonder sometimes. Every admin should take a refresher course in marketing. The administration is probably the only contact pro players have with UL and that is where they pick up their vocabulary.

ps Even with his poor UL vocabulary I remember when Starks was a joy to watch.