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DJ Chark is a wide receiver for the Detroit Lions and was selected in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft. He attended Louisiana State University where he led the SEC in punt return touchdowns and the Tigers in receptions and touchdowns his senior year. Known for his elite speed and size, DJ continues to be a threat at each level of the field.
DJ has been a force on offense since he entered the league. In 2019, he became the first Jaguar to pass 1,000 yards receiving since 2015, totaling 1,008 yards and 73 receptions. He ended this season with eight touchdowns, tying him for third in the AFC. He culminated his breakout year by being named to the 2020 Pro Bowl roster. DJ joins the Lions in 2022 to continue his rise, bring leadership, and help the team make the playoffs.
DJ was born and raised in Alexandria, Louisiana where he was a star football player and track runner. He is the proud owner of two dogs, Bam Bam and Dundie (The Office). He uses his platform to advocate for mental health and social justice by raising awareness and increased knowledge.
Detra Chark is a native of Alexandria, Louisiana. Fitness has been a huge part of her life from a very early age. She began competing in track and field by 5th grade, moving into cross country and basketball through high school. Detra was part of the first Lady Trojans state championship team at Alexandria Senior High. She moved on to Nicholls State University with an academic and track scholarship, graduating with a BS in Nursing and Allied Health.
While in college, Detra began her coaching career at the local high school where she was fondly referred to as Coach D. Through this experience, she found her passion. After leaving Nicholls, Detra went on to receive a Masters in Coaching and Athletic Administration from Concordia University in Irvine, California. Then she circled back to LSU for a second Masters in Healthcare Administration.
Coach D has over 9 years of track and field coaching experience including 3 years at Dillard University. She is currently the director of sales and operations for Orangetheory Fitness throughout the state of Louisiana.
Detra is devoted to motivating others to be the very best version of themselves. Her mission in building Chark’s Sports Performance Academy is to develop as many young athletes as possible while helping them realize their greatest potential on and off the field.