Your Starz FAMILY.
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Our team has a passion for every single program in our gym and we are so ready to share it with your STAR(z). Please don't hesitate to contact your coach or visit our front desk with any assistance, questions or concerns you may have. We also LOVE to hear great news so contact us anytime to share.
LaPorscha Gardner
Owner/All-Star Director
Head Coach
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LaPorscha was born and raised in La Grange, NC where she graduated from North Lenoir High School in 2003. She is a 2008 graduate of North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University with a degree in Liberal Studies (focus in English and Education). She is married to Donta Gardner, has 2 children (Trinity and Cameron) and a fur baby named Hazel. She is a High School English Teacher at North Lenoir High school where she also coaches the JV, Varsity and Competition Cheerleading Teams. She loves all things coffee, beach and of course cheerleading.
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"Becoming a gym owner is a dream come true. I have loved cheerleading for as long as I can remember. It's truly what brings me complete joy. I'm most excited to see kids of all ages experience the passion of each program that we offer. From Ninja Tots to Elite Cheerleaders, I'm thrilled to experience it all".
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Landess Sherrer
Birthday Party Coordinator
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Landess is from Fresno, California but has been a resident of North Carolina for the past 5 years. She is a graduate of Fresno State University and is a special education teacher at North Lenoir High School. She's taught elementary, middle and high school and holds a Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction. In addition to being an educator, she is a wife and mother. She is married to Cameron Sherrer who is a teacher and baseball coach at North Lenoir High School. They have two little boys; Cannon and Kallen
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"I am so excited to be included in such a special opportunity for the youth of this community. My goal is to provide a FUN and memorable birthday to experience to both parents and the birthday STAR. Please reach out with any questions you have. "
Hope Faison
Front Desk/Office Manager
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Hope is a graduate of Grand Canyon University with a degree in Elementary Education. She currently teaches 3rd grade at Wayne Country Day School. She is the proud mother of her 6 year old daughter, Jersey. She enjoys decorating and spending time with her family.
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"I am excited to welcome you all to SupaStarz Athletics and look forward to assisting you at our Front Desk. Please don't hesitate to stop by with any questions or for assistance".
Trinity Robinson
Tumbling/Recreational Coach
Assistant All-Star Coach
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Trinity is a rising Senior at North Lenoir High School and has 11 years of cheerleading experience. She currently cheers at North Lenoir High School and Cheer Extreme, Raleigh. She enjoys thrift shopping and watching anything dealing with medicine or forensics. She would like to attend North Carolina State University and major in Marketing.
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"I can't wait for this amazing opportunity to coach at SupaStarz Athletics. Cheerleading allows me to be myself and have taught me more than just skills. I am forever thankful what this sport has done for me and I can't wait to share my passion with others that strive each day to be a STAR".
Riley Craft
Beginner Tumbling/Recreational Coach
Asst. All-Star Coach
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Riley is a 2023 graduate from North Lenoir High School. In the fall, she will attend Lenoir Community College and major in Nursing. She has 6 years of cheerleading experience which includes High School and All-Star.
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"I am beyond thankful of this opportunity and I cannot wait to share my passion for cheer with so many athletes"
Shetya Morgan
Preschool Coach/Recreational Coach
Asst. All-Star Coach
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Shetya is a 2023 graduate of North Lenoir High School. She has eight years of cheer experience and fell in love with the sport from the very beginning. She will attend Lenoir Community College in the fall to major in Birth-Kindergaten Education.
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"Cheerleading has been my mental getaway and it's a dream to become a cheer coach. I'm confident that every kid will be SUPA in our gym and I can't wait to watch them learn and grow".
Macy Fussell
Tumbling/Recreational Coach
Asst. All-Star Coach
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Macy is a rising Junior at North Lenoir High School. She has 4 years of All-Star experience and has been on the North Lenoir Competition team the past two years. She enjoys going to Young Life and of course all things cheer.
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"I am so excited to be on the SupaStarz Athletics coaching staff. Cheerleading has been a huge part of my life since I was in the 4th grade. I am so excited to share my love for this sport with our community. I love to watch children learn, grow and become more confident all while falling in love with the sport of cheer; just like I did!"
Robert Smith
Head Ninja Coach
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Robert was born in Fairfax, Virginia and raised in Zebulon, NC where he graduated from Southern Nash High School in 2002. He enlisted in the Marines out of high school and served five years. After honorable discharge, he attained his Associate Degree in criminal justice from Nash Community College. He served as a law enforcement officer for seven years before going into sales. He was very successful in sales but chose to become a teacher assistant and assistant Football coach at North Lenoir High School in order to spend more time with his family. (2022-2023). Robert is married to Erica Smith and has 2 children (Levi-9 and Brendon-3) He loves the Lord and has always been passionate about fitness since he was a child.
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"I prayed for purpose and the Lord opened this door. SupaStarz is a Christian business that will allow us to share our love for the Lord, provide mentorship and allow children the opportunity to get in great shape without having to compete in competitive sports. I am very excited and thankful for this opportunity and look forward to seeing your child"
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Davis Hayes
Assistant Ninja Coach
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Davis is a rising Junior at North Lenoir High School. Davis is a born entertainer and prides himself in his work. He enjoys YouTubing and recently started a new channel focused on traveling to different events throughout the south-east. He has a dream of someday being an actor. Racing and Professional Wrestling strikes his interest.
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"I've always wanted to be a part of something big that can help out people in many ways. I believe this is an opportunity for me to help young boys and girls have fun, grow and mature."
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