Ciatrick Fason, Founder Star Ready Athletes

Fason was one of the nation’s elite prep running backs at Fletcher High School. He gained consensus All-America recognition in 2001 from Parade, Prep Star and SuperPrep. National Bluechips, SuperPrep and Prep Star rated him one of the two top running backs in the country. He also earned prestigious Class 5A Mr. Football in Florida honors and was a four-time team MVP. Fason rushed for over 7,400 career yards and completed his career as the state of Florida’s fifth all-time leading rusher and tops in Northeast Florida history. He rushed for over 2,000 yards twice -1999 and 2001.

Fason was so intent on attending the University of Florida that he verbally committed on Signing Day 2001. He saw action in every game as a true freshman in 2002, and ranked second on the team in 2003. In 2004, Fason took over the starting tailback duties. He earned All-Southeastern Conference first-team honors from the Associated Press, as he led the conference in rushing. He had the sixth best single season rushing total in school history.

A model of consistency, Fason played in every game during his career (38), earning 15 starts. He became the first Florida runner to lead the Southeastern Conference in rushing since 1993. Fason is also only the seventh player in school history to rush for over 1,000 yards in a season.

Fason’s NFL career started in 2005, primarily as the Minnesota Vikings short yardage back. During his rookie year he carried 32 times for 62 yards and four touchdowns versus the Lions, Packers, Rams, and Bears.

Ciatrick currently dedicates his energy to the youth of today. He volunteers his time coaching football for local leagues, as well as personally trains aspiring star athletes. In addition to mentoring young men, Fason works diligently encouraging them to attain higher education while pursing football. Star Ready Athletes was founded in 2010. The company prides itself on placing top athletes with the best matched football programs in the country.