WEBSTER GROVES - Every Thursday through the middle of June, Webster Athletics will have a Feature Thursday profile on a Gorlok head coach and in our eighth edition of Feature Thursday, we learn more about Webster competitive cheerleading coach
Justin Barton. Please check in every Thursday for another Feature Thursday to learn more about Webster Athletics' coaches.
What is your name?
Justin Barton
What sport do you coach at Webster?
Competitive Cheerleading coach
How many years have you coached at Webster?
10 years
Where is your hometown?
Grew up in Hillsboro, Mo., and lives in Bridgeton, Mo.
What college(s) did you attend?
Jefferson College / Southeast Missouri State / Lindenwood University
Favorite professional sports team(s)?
St. Louis Cardinals
Favorite athlete?
Stan Musial
What items can you not live without?
My phone and my car
Favorite vacation spot?
Destin, Fla. or Branson, Mo.
Favorite moment in your time at Webster?
Starting the Webster University Competitive Cheerleading program and competing at the National level three times
Favorite thing about Webster?
The students. You won't find students like Webster students at any other place. These students are creative, thoughtful and amaze me every year.
Family?
Wife: Heather, Son: James, Daughter: Natalie and Dog: Moose
What would you be doing if you weren't coaching?
Coaching is my second job at Webster so when I'm not coaching the cheerleaders, I work as Webster's Director of First Year Experience and Undergraduate Persistence
Placing third at the CheerLTD National Championships with Webster's cheerleading team
Who would play you in a movie?
Mark Wahlberg
What is your favorite food?
Pizza
What is your favorite lunch spot?
During a normal day on campus, the UC, but currently the back porch
What is your favorite movie?
Rudy
What is your favorite book?
I can't remember the last time I got to read for fun!
What are your hobbies outside of coaching?
Hiking, biking, fishing and being on the river
Who is your role model(s) and why?
My parents. They are the most selfless individuals I know, always giving and putting themselves before others. They are the ultimate servant leaders.
