LaVon Carter
Founder & Program Director | Dream Chasers Performance Development
LaVon Carter founded Dream Chasers Performance Development with one mission: to provide every young athlete with the opportunity to reach their full potential—regardless of their background, financial situation, or athletic ability.
With more than 25 years of combined playing, coaching, and leadership experience, LaVon has dedicated his life to developing student-athletes both on and off the field. His coaching experience spans the elementary, middle school, and high school levels, where he has helped athletes develop not only their physical abilities but also the discipline, confidence, leadership, and character needed for lifelong success.
As an educator, coach, mentor, and youth advocate, LaVon believes that success is built through consistency, accountability, and a growth mindset. His philosophy is simple: consistent effort builds character, and character creates champions. Throughout the years, Dream Chasers has assisted numerous student-athletes in earning opportunities to compete at the collegiate level while also training multiple All-State athletes and an NCAA National Champion.
Dream Chasers Performance Development is built on proven methods, research-based training, and a commitment to developing complete athletes. Through mentorship and performance training, LaVon is passionate about helping every athlete become the best version of themselves while ensuring that sports remain accessible to all youth in the community.
John Hickerson
Co-Founder & Coach | Dream Chasers Performance Development
John Hickerson serves as the Co-Founder of Dream Chasers Performance Development, bringing decades of athletic experience, coaching expertise, and leadership to the organization.
Together, LaVon and John has helped build a program grounded in knowledge, research, and proven player development principles. With experience coaching athletes at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels, he understands what it takes to develop successful athletes throughout every stage of their journey.
John's background includes a noteworthy high school athletic career that earned collegiate scholarship opportunities, and he has dedicated his career to helping young athletes achieve similar success.
John believes that athletic development extends far beyond wins and losses. His focus is on teaching discipline, resilience, teamwork, leadership, and confidence—qualities that prepare young people for success in sports, school, and life.
At Dream Chasers Performance Development, John remains committed to ensuring every young athlete has access to high-quality coaching, mentorship, and opportunities to pursue their dreams, regardless of financial or social barriers.
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