07/16/2026
Shady Spring High School Football is in IMMEDIATE need of athletic training coverage for the 2026 football season.
Football practice begins August 3rd. As of today, if we do not secure athletic training coverage before that date, we will not be able to have a football season.
Athletic trainers are required for the safety of our student-athletes, and practices and games cannot be conducted without an athletic trainer.
This position can be split between two willing individuals, making it possible to share the responsibility if a full-time commitment isn't feasible.
Under West Virginia guidelines, the following professionals may qualify to serve as a Limited Athletic Trainer:
* Licensed Athletic Trainer
* Physician
* Registered Nurse (RN)
* Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
* Nurse Practitioner
* Chiropractor
* Physical Therapist
* Occupational Therapist
* Physician Assistant (PA)
* Paramedic
* Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
If you are qualified, or know someone who is, please contact Chris Vicars, Head Football Coach, as soon as possible at [email protected].
Please share this post with your family, friends, coworkers, churches, and anyone who may be able to help. Our student-athletes have worked tirelessly for this season, and we need our community's help to ensure they have the opportunity to compete.
Time is running short. Every share could help us find the person, or people, we need before August 3rd.
Thank you!