
School Sports Medicine Partnerships
It’s amazing what students have taught us.
What better place to show commitment to the health of our community than making the highest standard of sports medicine available where student athletes train and compete?
That’s why we offer student athletes at Fairbanks, Jonathan Alder, Marysville, Mechanicsburg, Triad, Bunsold Middle School, and North Union schools direct access to optimal care with an assigned athletic trainer on-site. After all, it’s exciting to watch sons and daughters, not to mention nieces, nephews and neighbors, perform at their best.
What we’ve learned from these amazing athletes about the value of sports inspires us to want to help as many students as possible reach new levels of achievement.
If you are a student athlete participating in an organized interscholastic or club-sanctioned sport outside of these school districts, please call our office at (937) 578-7841 to schedule an appointment.
After an initial evaluation, our athletic trainers will determine your need for referral and help connect you with necessary treatment options to expedite your recovery.
What does the athletic trainer at my school do?
Athletic trainers are sports medicine trained healthcare providers who pride themselves in prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of sports-related injuries. They are compassionate professionals who aim to help athletes achieve their goals, often by overcoming injury.
When will the athletic trainer be at my school?
The athletic trainer will be on site at the high school following school dismissal Monday through Friday, as well as at all home, in-season sporting events.
What happens after the athletic trainer evaluates an injury?
Memorial Sports Medicine encompasses many sports medicine specialists who work together to ensure that each athlete receives optimal care following an injury. The athletic trainers are vital members of the team. After evaluation, the athletic trainer will determine your need for referral based on the injury evaluation. He or she can assist you in contacting our sports medicine physician or one of our orthopedic physicians. They also work with physical and occupational therapists to assist in returning injured athletes back to sport through sports specific training and rehabilitation.
If I see the athletic trainer, will he/she take me out of play?
The athletic trainer will evaluate and treat each athlete’s injury based on its severity, as well as the effect the injury has on the athlete’s ability to participate in his or her sport without causing additional structural damage. The athletic trainer will remove the athlete from participation only if they deem it unsafe for the athlete to continue participation due to a significant injury. Athletic trainers aim to prevent and treat injuries while keeping time out of play as minimal as possible. It is important for athletes to report suspected injuries to the athletic trainer at the first indication of an issue. Informing the athletic trainer at an early stage can set the stage for a faster recovery time and uninterrupted participation.
Who is the athletic trainer at each school?
Fairbanks
Keith Tebbe, MS, AT
keith.tebbe@memorialohio.com
Jonathan Alder
Joe Vassaux, AT
joseph.vassaux@memorialohio.com
Marysville
Darren Clancy, MS, AT
darren.clancy@memorialohio.com
Ashley Dutcher, MS, AT
ashley.dutcher@memorialohio.com
Mechanicsburg
Hayley Bergmeyer, MA, AT, ATC
hayley.cochran@memorialohio.com
North Union
Gavin Salyer, AT
gavin.salyer@memorialohio.com
Triad
Jordan Eggleston, PT, DPT, AT
Jordan.Eggleston@memorialohio.com
Lucia Eroshevich, MS, LAT, ATC
lucia.eroshevich@memorialohio.com
Kim Turner, MS, AT, ATC
Kim.Turner@memorialohio.com
Bunsold Middle School
Lucia Eroshevich, MS, LAT, ATC
lucia.eroshevich@memorialohio.com
West Liberty-Salem
Mercedes Kline, AT
mercedes.kline@memorialohio.com
Related Services
PHYSICAL THERAPY &
SPORTS MEDICINE
You may be referred to our Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine team after an injury or surgery. Our physical therapy treatment plans are customized for each individual’s physical capabilities and challenges, and are designed to return our patients’ strength, range of motion, balance, coordination and sensation, while minimizing pain during the process.
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Director of Rehabilitation Services
Over 15 years of experience
Education:
• Master of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Indianapolis
• Master of Business Administration, Urbana University
• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, Ball State University
Certifications: American Physical Therapy Association, board certified in orthopedics
Hobbies: Triathlons, Golf
Special experience in: Running, Biking, and Golf
Sports Medicine Coordinator
Over 10 years of experience
Education:
• Doctor of Physical Therapy, Wheeling Jesuit University
• Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Wheeling Jesuit University
• Bachelor of Science, Muskingum University
Hobbies: Coaching softball, Golf
Special experience in: Coaching softball (Muskingum University, Marysville High School)
Lead Athletic Trainer
Education:
• Master of Arts in Sports Administration from Central Michigan University
• Bachelor of Science in Education from Bowling Green State University
Certifications:
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
• Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• American Heart Association CPR Certified & BLS Instructor
Special Experience in:
• NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball, Women’s Soccer, Women’s Golf, Football
• Minor League Baseball
Hobbies:
• Playing with my Goldendoodle puppy, Maxwell
• Being outdoors/camping/boating
• Spending time with my friends and family
Athletic Trainer
Education:
• Master of Science in Athletic Training, Ohio University
• Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training, Capital University
Certifications:
• National Certification/Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Instructor
Hobbies: Enjoying the outdoors, Fishing, Watching football, and Baking
Special experience in: Field hockey and softball (Ohio University)
Athletic Trainer
Over 20 years of experience
Education:
• Master of Science in Education
• Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine
Certifications:
• National Certification/Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Instructor
• Ohio High School Athletic Association, General Assessor
Physical Therapist (Plain City location)
Over 30 years of experience
Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy
• Associate degree in Athletic Training, University of Lowell
Hobbies: Working out, Coaching youth and high school soccer
Special experience in: Athletic Training and Physical Therapy for professional sports teams or high level athletics (Columbus Crew and U.S. Figure Skating); Sports Medicine-related therapies
Athletic Trainer
Education:
• Bachelors of science in Athletic Training; Eastern Michigan University
• National Certification/Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband and son, Camping, and Visiting family and friends
Special experience in: High school athletics and youth sports
Strength & Conditioning Coordinator
Education:
• Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology, Adelphi University
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Promotion & Fitness, Otterbein University
Certifications:
• ACSM cPT
• CSCS
• USAW Level 1 Sport Performance Coach
• RPR Pro Level 2
• American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED
Hobbies: Power/Olympic lifting, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, and Sporting clays
Special experience in: Work with Human Performance Lab, Collegiate Football
Athletic Trainer
Education:
• Master of Science in Athletic Training from Indiana State University
• Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from McKendree University
Certifications:
• American Heart Association BLS instructor
• Graston Technique – M1
• BOC Certified Athletic Trainer
Hobbies: Running, Disc golf, and Hiking/Camping
Special experience in: Running, Head Athletic Trainer at Oakland City University
Athletic Trainer
Education: Bachelors of Arts in Athletic Training from Capital University
Certifications:
• National Certification/Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• American Heart Association CPR Certified
Hobbies: Hiking, Golf, Guitar, and Sunday afternoon naps
Special experience in: Professional Soccer, Collegiate Baseball/Softball
Athletic Trainer
Education: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Urbana University
Certifications:
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer
• Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• Certified in kinesio taping, IASTM, and myofacial cupping
Hobbies: Spending time with my family and friends, Watching my daughter play soccer, and Riding horses
Special Experience in: High School and D2 Collegiate Athletics
Athletic Trainer
Education: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Wilmington College
Certifications:
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer
• Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
Hobbies: Clay pigeon shooting, Hunting, and Fishing
Special experience in: Seasonal internships with the Cincinnati Bengals for the 2019 and 2020 seasons
Athletic Trainer
Education:
• Master of Arts in Adult Education from Muskingum University
• Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Heidelberg University
Certifications:
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer
• Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
• American Heart Association CPR Certified and BLS
Hobbies: Spending time with my husband and daughter, Running, and Going on hikes
Special experience in:
• NCAA DIII Football, Wrestling, Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse, Volleyball, and Men’s and Women’s Cross Country at Muskingum University
• NCAA DI Women’s Soccer, Women’s Swimming and Diving, and Women’s Volleyball at Marshall University
• Jr. and Sr. High School sports at Northwestern Local Schools
Athletic Trainer
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Athletic Training/Pre-Physical Therapy from Baldwin-Wallace University
Certifications:
• Board Certified Athletic Trainer
• Ohio Licensed Athletic Trainer
Hobbies: Running, Working out, and Spending time with family
Special Experience in: Work conditioning/Police and Fire, Brace Fitting, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)