Danielle Lafata

Danielle LaFata, MA, RD, CSSD, CLT, currently serves as the Director of Nutrition for BYU Men’s and Women’s Basketball Programs since October 2024. Danielle has extensive experience in sports nutrition, having owned a private practice since May 2016, and previously held the role of Director of Performance Nutrition for the Phoenix Suns from October 2020 to May 2024. Additional experience includes working as an Adjunct Faculty at Phoenix College from January 2018 to October 2020 and as Director of Performance Nutrition Pro/Elite Division at EXOS from April 2008 to April 2016. Danielle started in the field as a Nutrition Coach and Personal Trainer at Triad Health & Fitness from June 2003 to December 2008. Danielle holds a Master's degree in Nutrition and Food Science and a Bachelor's degree in Dietetics from Wayne State University, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Central Michigan University.