Jacob Woodard, Vanderbilt University Medical Center Athletic Trainer, LAT, ATC, who covers Lebanon High School, recently received the Tennessee Athletic Trainers’ Society Sandy Sandlin High School Athletic Trainer of the Year Award.
This award is named after Sandy Sandlin who worked as an athletic trainer at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. It is given to individuals who display the same perseverance and dedication as its namesake.
“It’s exciting to celebrate the success of our Cumberland graduates, especially during Athletic Training Month,” said Assistant Professor and Director of Athletic Training Dr. Katie Arnold. “We’re proud to see our graduates recognized for how they are serving our community. In addition to their great community service, they serve as preceptors for our Master of Science in Athletic Training program mentoring the next generation of athletic trainers.”
“Jacob truly gives this school his all,” said LHS Principal Dr. Scott Walters. “The time and energy and love he puts into our players, coaches, and programs is above and beyond. This honor is well-deserved, to say the least.”
Jacob is a native of Brush Creek. He is a graduate from Gordonsville High School, received his Master of Art in Education and Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training. He is a Board of Certification (BOC) certified and Tennessee state licensed athletic trainer.
