MARION
Starks Sports Training in Marion, KY, offers state-of-the-art rogue strength and conditioning equipment, a large turf area, and elite performance training, making us Marion's top destination for athlete development.
SERVICES in MARION
Explore our range of services designed to help you move forward with confidence, wherever you're headed next.
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Athlete Strength & Conditioning at Starks Sports Training is built to prepare athletes for peak performance in their sport. This targeted and performance-driven program focuses on developing strength, power, speed, and injury resilience based on the demands of an athlete's sport and position. Whether a youth, high school, collegiate, or professional athlete, our programs are designed to elevate athletic potential and deliver game-ready results.
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Strength is the foundation of athletic performance. Our collegiate-style strength program builds functional, sport-specific strength that fuels speed, agility, and endurance.
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Speed Development at Starks Sports Training is built for athletes who want to move faster, react quicker, and gain a competitive edge on the field or court. This performance-driven program uses a science-based, coach-led approach to improve acceleration, top-end speed, and change of direction. Each session blends sprint mechanics, explosive power drills, reaction work, resisted sprints, and agility training to enhance both linear and lateral movement. Athletes are coached in proper technique and form to maximize performance and reduce injury risk, using turf-based drills, timing systems, sled work, and plyometrics that translate directly to sport.
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Our Adult Fitness program is for anyone interested in make a change in their health and fitness. Our adult programs combine a mix of fundamental strength, conditioning and mobility modalities. Everyone is trained like an athlete so that they are able to confidently look, move and feel like an athlete. Whether your goal is to gain strength and build lean muscle mass or to lose weight so that you are able to lead a healthier lifestyle, Starks Sports Training is here for you!
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Personal Training at Starks Sports Training is your most direct path to achieving specific goals with expert support every step of the way. This fully personalized program is designed to meet you where you are. Whether you're training for strength, fat loss, athletic performance, or overall health, we can help take you exactly where you want to go!
Our MARION Partners
We’re proud to partner with local businesses for membership deals and unique offerings to support your athletic & wellness journey. Be sure to reach out if you have questions about our partners!
MARION CLASS SCHEDULE
OUR TEAM
MATT STARKS
OWNER
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10+ years developing athletes from youth to pro
Speed, strength, power & football combine & showcase specialist
Former Division I football athlete
B.S. Exercise Science | Nutrition Minor
BRIAN QUALLS
HEAD COACH
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13+ years football coaching & athlete development
Strength, speed, agility & football skills
Former Athletic Director & track/strength coach
B.S. Education | M.S. Leadership
Tyler Boone
COACH
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Strength, speed, power & linebacker development
Former collegiate linebacker (Murray State)
School-record 386 tackles & 53 TFL
4× District Champion
General Manager, West KY LaunchPad
Maeson Myers
COACH
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Coming Soon
Trace Derrington
COACH
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Coming Soon
Austin Berry
COACH
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Former collegiate football athlete (Murray State)
10+ years coaching experience (GA, defensive & OC roles)
Multi-sport athlete (football, basketball, track)
Offensive coordinator & program leader
Focused on athlete development on and off the field
Devon NESBITT
COACH
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Coming Soon