Born and raised in Louisville, Kentucky, LaKunta Farmer's football journey began at Louisville Male High School, where he played a pivotal role in leading the Bulldogs to a state championship. A standout linebacker, LaKunta concluded his high school career as one of the top five leading tacklers in school history and served as the team captain and leader in tackles during his junior and senior years. His exceptional talent and leadership on the field drew the attention of colleges across the country. Mr. Farmer decided to attend Kentucky State University, where he was recruited by coaches William Jones and Wesley McGriff.

After a redshirt freshman year, Mr. Farmer quickly became a force to be reckoned with on the KSU football team from 1997 to 2001 under Head Coach George Small and Donald Wayne Smith. Standing at 5'11" and 215 pounds, LaKunta was known for his hard-hitting style, relentless pursuit of the ball, and leadership on the field. Though he did not start the first few games as a red-shirt freshman, LaKunta stepped up when a teammate suffered a season-ending injury. He took over as a starter for the remainder of the season and never looked back. By the fifth game of his freshman season, LaKunta was already among the top 10 tacklers in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) and finished the season with an impressive 57 tackles. He earned the SIAC Newcomer of the Week award in 1997, as well as the KSU Freshman of the Year Award. Additionally, LaKunta helped the Thorobreds secure a victory in the inaugural Pioneer Bowl against Livingstone College in Atlanta.

In 1998, Mr. Farmer was named team captain. He faced a setback early in the season with a knee injury, sidelining him for the first three games. However, LaKunta’s resilience and determination led him to return strong, and by the sixth game of the season, he was leading the SIAC in tackles. He finished the season with 90 tackles, 19 tackles for loss, 8 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, 3 recovered, and was honored with the Special Teams Player of the Year award as well as SIAC Defensive Player of the Week recognition. He was dubbed the “Showstopper” by the KSU broadcast team and game announcers, a title that stayed with him throughout the remainder of his time at KSU.

In 1999, Mr. Farmer had arguably his best season. He faced personal tragedy with the loss of his daughter in May, which fueled his passion and drive throughout the season. From the start, LaKunta dominated on the field, leading the conference in tackles, sacks, and even interceptions at one point. He broke two single-game tackling records: 14 tackles, four sacks, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery against Clark Atlanta, followed by 22 tackles and two sacks against Morehouse College. LaKunta finished the season with over 98 tackles, 35 solos,10 tackles for loss, two sacks, six pass breakups, two interceptions for 42 yards and a touchdown, and four forced fumbles. LaKunta earned SIAC First Team All-Conference, the KSU Broadcasters' Choice Defensive MVP Award, and KSU’s Most Valuable Linebacker award. He also was selected on the Street and Smith Black College All-American First Team Defense Award.

Mr. Farmer suffered a knee injury during the first game against Miles College in 2000 that resulted in a torn ACL, MCL, and PCL. This injury caused him to miss the entire season. LaKunta returned to the field the following season, his senior year. In the season opener against Western Kentucky, he recorded 8.5 tackles. He continued to make a significant impact, finishing his final season with 73 tackles, nine quarterback sacks, and an interception, earning multiple SIAC Defensive Player of the
Week honors.

Throughout Mr. Farmer career, he was a three-year captain and became the school's all-time leading tackler. He also set both single-game and season tackle records, and an All-American nod to top it off. While accolades and awards were a part of his journey, LaKunta’s greatest contribution was as a mentor and leader. He worked tirelessly to help his teammates improve and achieve success both on and off the field, and his goal was always to elevate those around him.

Off the field, Mr. Farmer’s proved to be just as dedicated. A student-athlete of the highest caliber, he was named to the Dean’s List five times and graduated with a 3.2 GPA. His leadership extended beyond football: he was named "Mr. KSU" for the 2000-2001 academic year, served on the Student Government Association from 1999 to 2001, and worked with the NCAA’s Student Athlete Mentors program for two years (1998 - 2000). His most significant community service came through his work with the March of Dimes (1999-2001) following the tragic loss of his daughter in 1999.

Mr. Farmer 's legacy extends far beyond his football career. Over the past 23 years, he has made a lasting impact as a coach and educator. As the winningest football coach in Doss High School history, LaKunta's defenses consistently ranked among the top 10 in the state. In 2022, he was inducted into the Greater Louisville Football Coaches Association Hall of Fame, making him the youngest coach to receive this honor.

Mr. Farmer currently serves as the Athletic Director at W.E.B. DuBois Academy in Louisville, KY. He is married to Tiffany and is a devoted father of four, sons Jaydan and Malachi and daughters Taryn and Kayenne.