Tyvonn Byars is a current freshman running back for the Rice University Owls. Byars amassed impressive statistics during his high school career at Lake Creek, totaling 5,393 rushing yards, 106 touchdowns, and an average of 7.4 yards per carry. Due to his 1,540-yard and 30-touchdown effort during his senior year, Byars was awarded the honor of being the Association 5A Co-Offensive player of the year and 1st Team All-State honors. He fielded offers from programs like the University of Houston, Texas Tech, and Memphis before landing on the Owls as his collegiate home.