March is National Athletic Training Month. This year’s slogan is "There’s an AT for that." You can find the following athletic trainers hard at work on the sidelines of sporting events ensuring the safety of our young student-athletes:

• Ashley Hohmann, LAT, ATC (Eastlake High School)
• Kayla Cunningham, LAT, ATC (Juanita High School)
• Delaney Farmer, LAT, ATC (Lake Washington High School)
• Shauna Delaney, LAT, ATC (Redmond High School)

Whether the teams are winning or losing, the athletic trainer is there to manage the safety and wellbeing of LWSD student-athletes. Athletic trainers are healthcare professionals who specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of injuries and illnesses related to physical activity. They work with students who participate in sports and other physical activities. They also work with individuals who have physically demanding jobs or who are recovering from surgery or other medical conditions.

Athletic trainers play a crucial role in promoting the health and well-being of individuals who engage in physical activity. They work closely with individuals, teams and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care and support. They help individuals to achieve their goals and maintain optimal physical health.

This March, the City of Kirkland provided a Proclamation recognizing March as National Athletic Training Month.