CHAMPION is a band from Central, Ohio. The band was formed by lead singer Amante in 2003. Champion is composed of Amante Lacey (Lead vocals, Guitar), Donne Phillips (Keyboard), Matt Goodloe (Bass & guitar), Donnie Reis (Violin & Guitar & Backing
Vocals) and Chris Triplett (Drums). Champion has released one studio album "The Scale of Worship" and received national and international recognition.


With time, Champion has managed to create a buzz like none other -from MySpace to itunes and across the music industry both nationally & internationally. Champion has ministered over seas in London, England, Maui, Hawaii and Montreal, Canada and across the U.S. at The Potter's House with Bishop TD Jakes, the City of Refuge Church-Bishop Noel Jones CA; Christian Cultural Center-Dr. A.R. Bernard NY; Bishop Kenneth Ulmer; Bishop Floyd Flake, NY; Cornerstone Church- Pastor Michael Pitts, OH; Solid Rock Church-Pastor Darlene Bishop, OH; TBN, the 2004 USA Presidential Campaign Rally, Several Colleges, Ohio State Univ., Wright State Univ., Central State Univ., Bowling Green State Univ., Akron Univ., Wilberforce Univ., Long Island, Stony Brook University and many other venues.


Fronting the band is songwriter and charismatic performer Amante Lacey. The oldest group member, this unassuming, vocalist and guitar player writes with wisdom beyond his years. He's transparent in his love and gratitude to God and unflinching in his passion for reaching this generation for Christ.


"So many young people are lost when it comes to having a true relationship with God, even ones who go to church," Amante says. "Whenever we play, our main goal is to be able to minister to this generation." "Our first responsibility as a band," according to Amante, "is to be salt and light to the world. Secondly, our vision is to write songs that create an environment for God to manifest himself. Through our songs, we hope people experience God in such a new way that they are inspired to draw closer to him."


Champion songs are becoming standards in worship services being sang around the globe from Paris, France, to London, England to Montreal Canada, and across the U.S.


Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win.

All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You're after one that's gold eternally. 1 Cor 9: 24-25 MSG