2013/14 Intramural Athletic Training New Year’s Newsletter Well everyone, it’s been an exciting year at the rec. complex and Lafene. First of all, the rec. complex construction is now complete! Yes, you read correctly…complete. After close to four long years of construction, the entire renovated rec. complex is now open! The place looks wonderful and is very ample with space. From our perspective, we are very excited that we now have 2 doors again in the training room. I know there are several of you that have never seen the second door. Well, it’s back and we’re very excited. Things continue to be busy at the rec. complex. Steve is still the director of the building and had a knee replacement last spring after all those years of playing volleyball. John still works in the office as well but does very little with intramurals. Armando runs the intramurals and I believe is now in his fifth year with us. He constantly peppered us this fall with all the Mac Brown and Texas news. Silly rabbit! Lafene has also been very busy. I am now in my 12th year back at Lafene. Kylie, our physical therapist is in her third year and got married to Meg last fall. She will likely be leaving this summer as an upcoming transfer for Meg is scheduled. To that news, we hired another PT who will start this coming July. His name is Brandon Ness and he comes from Minnesota. After he starts we plan on hiring a second PT for the department as well. K-State has recently bought the Lafene building from Mercy. Sadly I think the large green space in front of the building will probably get eaten up by something, likely a parking lot for the new dorm being built across the street. The city of Manhattan is growing like crazy! If you haven’t been in town for a few years, you will be very surprised when you come to visit. The National Bio-Agricultural Defense facility (NBAF) is being built off Denison Street across from the rec. fields at a cost of $1.1 Billion. Manhattan now has a super wal mart, a Target, a Best Buy, a Menards, the mall of course, a Home Depot, and 5 grocery stores just to name a few things. The football stadium expansion is amazing! There is a parking ramp on campus. They are beginning building expansions for the student union and engineering buildings. They are building a new business building. They are building a large luxury hotel right across the street from Aggieville. This town is growing people! Now on to the current and former staff! The Current Staff Jeff Kreuser M.S., LAT, CSCS – Athletic Trainer/Director of Rehabilitation Services – Lafene Health Center – Manhattan, KS - I am halfway through my 12th year back working at K-State. (Time flies when youre having fun) I recently received a promotion and am now the Director of Rehabilitation Services here at Lafene Health Center. I have been performing a lot more physician extender type duties which helps open up appointment slots for our medical providers. I also get to perform all of the administrative duties for the department. I continue to host Trivia Smackdown each Wednesday night down at Auntie Maes and am looking forward to our 10th Anniversary at the end of this month. Gretchen (the dog) and I still live in our house down on Vattier Street as well. Brett Gliem LAT – Brett is a resident of Iowa and an alum of Buena Vista University. BV has been a very good pipeline for us here at K-State. Brett is in his second year with us and will be finishing up this May with a Master’s Degree in Kinesiology. He is looking for jobs around Kansas and is hoping to apply to PA school next year. Brett and his girlfriend Heather met while working at the rec. last year. She was a Building Supervisor and he spent many an evening (while working) meandering his way over to the desk to woo her with his charms. Seriously though, she’s a great girl. You’ve done good Brett! Jalisa Phillips LAT – Jalisa is a product of Coe College in Cedar Rapids Iowa. She is in her first year with us and is pursuing her Master’s Degree in Kinesiology as well. Both she and Brett have this Iowa Hawkeyes love thing going which I constantly have to set them straight on. In true rec. athletic trainer tradition, Jalisa lent her skills to a supes co-rec volleyball team this fall. I think she will be recruited for softball as well. Ryan Lahey – Student Athletic Trainer – Ryan joins us this year as a student trainer. He is very familiar with the rec. complex as he also works as a climbing wall supervisor. I think we may need to schedule a work retreat to climb the wall with Ryan’s help of course. Eric Bustillos – Student Athletic Trainer – Eric is a senior from Sublette KS and in true Southwest Kansas tradition is not only a K-State fan but also an Ohio State fan. Wait, how does that work Eric? Eric has been accepted into the PTA program this coming fall at Washburn. Congrats Eric! Former Directors Jeff Rudy PhD, LAT – Director (1992-1993) – Current position: Director of Athletic Training Education – University of Nebraska (Lincoln, NE) – Jeff continues to mold and create great athletic training minds up in the Great Red North. He also is into this running thing and enjoys running marathons. Are you crazy? Lanny Leroy M.Ed., LAT (1993-1999) – Current Position: Program Director of Athletic Training Education at Benedictine College (Atchison, KS) – Lanny continues to work and raise his family up in Atchison. He tells me he thinks he finally has all the renovation on his house done after receiving heavy flood damage in 2011. Needless to say, Lanny is hoping for a dry 2014! Lanny also reminded me that he hasn’t seen me at any of the State of Kansas AT meetings. I know, I know! I will try to do better. Mike Frey M.Ed., LAT (2000-2002) – Current position: Athletic Trainer/Substitute teacher at Lees Summit North High School (Lees Summit, MO) – Mike decided to finish his teaching degree and now works out at Lees Summit High School. He is currently subbing just about every day and hopes that it will turn into a full time gig to go along with his athletic training duties soon. He now has a son who is a sophomore in high school as well as 5th and 2nd grade girls. You are a busy man Mike! Former Graduate Assistants Lindsay Luinstra (2013): Current Position: Assistant Athletic Trainer/Graduate Assistant at Bethel College (North Newton, KS) – Lindsay wanted to be a little closer to her husband Justin so she is finishing her graduate school this year while working at Bethel. Lindsey recently had her first child, a boy named Lambeau on March 18. (Beau) When Lindsey gets back from maternity leave, she will also become the Head Athletic Trainer down at Bethel. Congrats Lindsey! Jenny Flynn (2010-2012): Current Position: Head Athletic Trainer at Bethel College (North Newton, KS) – Jenny is finishing her second year working down at Bethel. She also has recently accepted a position as the Head Athletic Trainer at Luther College in Decorah, IA starting in May. Congrats Jenny! Adam Duerkson (2010-2012): Current Position: Assistant Athletic Trainer at Doane College (Crete, NE) – Adam is working up in Husker country at Doane. He still is close enough to Lincoln to enjoy the night life and work on his future wife search. Any luck yet Adam? Debra Cochrane (2008-2010): Current Position: Head Athletic Trainer at Deep Run High School (Richmond, VA) – Our girl Debra is growing up. First she moves away to the east coast to take a job. Now she built a house this year. Could wedding bells be far behind? Troy Koerner (2008-2010): Current Position: Staff and Outreach Athletic Trainer for Campbell Orthopedic Clinic (Memphis, TN) – Troy is now in his third year working and living in the Memphis area. He tells me that he may be looking to move back to the Midwest sometime soon. This may be due to Tennessee common law marriage laws taking into effect soon. Patrick Krueger (2006-2008): Pat is living in Chicago working in sales with CDW which is a provider of technology products and services for business, government and education. He also turned the big 3-0 this year. Might be time to try finding a wife there big man? Philip Schoenwetter M.Ed., LAT (2006-2008): Current Position: Head Athletic Trainer – McPherson College (McPherson, KS) – Philip took the step up this year and is now the Head Athletic trainer at McPherson College. He and Bethany continue to enjoy living in Kansas. Must have been a tough NFL season for you Phil as a Vikings fan. Derek Mantey M.S. LAT PTA (2004-2006): Derek got licensed this year as a PTA to go along with his athletic training certification which makes him much more marketable in California. He is working at a clinic in the Orange County area. Derek regularly mocks me on Facebook by posting pictures of himself while golfing on a green plush golf course while we are freezing our butts off here in the Midwest. Thanks Derek! Bryan Smith LAT (2005): Current Position: Rothwell Regional Health Center/Outreach athletic trainer for Smith-Cotton High School (Sedalia, MO) – Bryan continues to enjoy his time in Sedalia. It is close enough to KC that he can make regular trips up to Royals games each summer. Bryan will be joining a group of us on a fishing trip to Northern Minnesota this summer. Should prove interesting! Tricia Roots M.Ed. (2003): Tricia, Matt and the kids still are living in Hutchinson. She is currently a stay at home mom keeping busy taking care of the kiddos. She is doing a little dabbling with teaching gymnastics as well. Can you teach me how to perform a cartwheel Tricia? Kasee Hildenbrand Ph.D, M.Ed., LAT (1996-2003): Current Position: Program Director for Athletic Training Education at Washington State University (Pullman, WA) – It’s hard to believe that Kasee has been back in Washington for 6 years now. Kaden is 14 and Kalee is 10 now which blows my mind as well. I am a little jealous of Kasee as she got to go see Pearl Jam in Washington earlier this fall. I bet it was pretty cool! Shelly Urkoski M.A. LAT (2000): Current Position: Hallmark Rehabilitation as a Director of Rehab and Physical Therapist Assistant for Hallmark Rehabilitation (Central City, NE) – Shelly and Kevin have three kids and are keeping busy chasing them around. She still gets involved with athletic training by providing coverage to wrestling camps each summer as well. Brian Frazier LAT (1999) Current Position: Family Farmer Brian’s dad retired this year so he is taking a break from the athletic training/teaching gig to run the farm. Becky and the kids are helping any way they can. Good luck Brian! That’s pretty cool. Rich Petrisko (1995) Current Position: General Manager of Clinical Affairs for Molecular Imaging for GE Healthcare – Rich made the big move from New York City to Milwaukee this year and loves it. The new job is going great plus he has access to the finest brats and cheeses in the country. You better not become a Packers fan though. Barb Wilson Wertz LAT (1993) Current Position: Athletic Trainer at Loyalsock Township High School – Williamsport PA – Barb is in her 16 year back in Loyalsock. She and Scott are keeping busy taking care of the 2 girls. Not to mention Lizzie turned 16 this year and is now driving. Look out! STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINERS Kyle Allen LAT (2013) – Current Position: Performing an athletic training internship at Faulkner College (Birmingham, AL) - Kyle said “To heck with Kansas, I’m going someplace warm”. He is currently living and working down in Alabama. I hope you’re educating those SEC fans about Big 12 football Kyle. Josh Hubbard LAT (2013) – Current Position: Clinical Athletic Trainer at Mathis Physical Therapy (Manhattan, KS) , Assistant Football Coach at Junction City High School – Josh is working at Mathis and helping coach a bit. He and Lyndsey are still together as well. Josh is considering enrolling in graduate school this fall at K-State! Austin English (2012) – Austin is currently in his second year attending the Trinity Lutheran Seminary in Columbus Ohio. He tells me he really enjoys it. Even though he is residing in Ohio, Austin remains a devoted Wildcat fan! Thomas Ronck (2011) – Thomas is in his first year attending PT school at St Mary University (Leavenworth KS) – He tells me he really enjoys it a lot so far. Good for you Thomas! Lyndsey Palmer (2010) – Lyndsey is finishing up her second year of PT school down at Wichita State. Only a little more than a year left girl! Jordan Stithem LAT (2010) Current Position: Clinical Athletic Trainer at Nebraska Orthopedic and Sports Medicine/St Elizabeth & Outreach Athletic Trainer at Aurora High School (Aurora, NE) – Jordan is one of several of the rec. crew who are up representing up in Nebraska currently. When he is not working which isn’t often, he is enjoying time with his son Kase who is now 2 years old. Jordan says he behaves much more now that he’s older. I don’t believe that one bit! Josh Yewell (2010) Current Position: Trainer/Consultant at Netsmart Technologies (Electronic Health Record Software) – Overland Park, KS – Josh got out of the insurance business and is now working with medical records software. He and Ginny are still happily married and enjoying the Kansas City are a lot. Joseph Patton (2009) – Current Position: Physical Therapist Assistant at a nursing and rehab center (Wichita, KS) – Joe is down living in Wichita working as a PTA. He’s living and working on his grandparent’s farm south of Wichita and loving it. Sounds like you’re definitely keeping busy Joe! Cody Ramsey ATC (2008) – Current Position: Physician Extender at New Century Orthopedics/Outreach Athletic Trainer at Pittsburg High School (Pittsburg, KS) – Cody made the big move back to Kansas this year. He’s now in Gorilla country and loving it!! Amber Russell (Formerly Heerey) DPT, ATC – (2007-2008) – Current Position: Stay at home mommy!!! – After having a little girl Reagan this past March, Amber decided to take a little break from PT and just concentrate on being a mom for a while. She tells me that she, Tim and Reagan are doing great! Adam Koch M.S. ATC– (Fall 2007) – Current Position: Assistant Athletic Trainer at Friends University (Wichita KS) – Adam is now in his 4th year working at Friends. He also became ART certified earlier this spring. Drew Yoder M.Ed. ATC – (Spring 2007) – Current Position: Assistant Athletic Trainer with the Golden State Warriors – Drew made the big move to California this year and is working with the Warriors. I bet you are seeing the inners of many an arena at midnight Drew. Enjoy the travels! Robyn (Priest) Kadel M. Ed. LAT (2006) Current Position: Assistant Athletic Trainer at Colorado College (Colorado Springs, CO) – Robyn is at CC working with men’s basketball, men’s soccer and spring volleyball. She and Brice continue to enjoy the wonderful outdoors in Colorado. Robyn, if I may say so, I think you look even younger now than you did while you were in college. That Colorado air is treating you well! Cassy Boyd LAT (2006) Current Position: Outreach Athletic Trainer with Sandhill Orthopedics (Garden City, KS) – Cassy continue to work with Sandhill out in Garden City. She and Jeff are keeping busy with the kiddos as well. Therese Finan (2006) Doctor of Chiropractic – Therese continues to own and operate Finan Chiropractic in the Kansas City area. She and TJ keep busy raising their little girl, McKinley, who’s getting big. Love seeing the pictures on Facebook Therese! Nathan Beenken (2005) – Current Position: Methods Engineer with Bombardier Aerospace (Wichita KS) – Nathan and Jenny added to their family this past year. A second girl joined the Beenken family this past May! Way to go Nathan! Kaj Larson (2005) Current Position: Owner of Hunt’Em Up Kennels, Professional Hunting Guide at Ringneck Ranch, and Professional Hunting Guide at Spearpoint Ranch (Tescott, KS) – Kaj continues to rack up awards for his dogs. There are some awesome pictures on Facebook. If you ever need a hunting guide, Kaj is your man as well! Justin Rethorst M.Ed. LAT (2005) Current Position: Clinical Athletic Trainer at New West Sports Medicine (Kearney NE) – Justin and Tasha are just living up in Kearney and keeping busy producing future Wildcats. Keep those boys coming guys! Scott Hooker M.Ed. LAT (2004) Current Position: Clinical Athletic Trainer (Physiotherapy Associates)/Head Athletic Trainer (Kirkwood Community College) in Cedar Rapids IA – Hook made the big move from McPherson KS to Cedar Rapids IA this year. He and Erica will be getting hitched this coming April. I was able to talk with them both for a bit in Las Vegas. You done good Hook! LeeAnn Wiebe (2003) – Current Position: District Manager for 24 Hour Fitness (Omaha, NE) – It was great to hear from LeeAnn. She is living up in Omaha raising 2 boys 1 and 3 years old) Good luck with that! Shelby Brown M.Ed., LAT (2001) – Current Position: Head Athletic Trainer at University of Missouri-Kansas City – Shelby is still living in Kansas City working at UMKC. No exciting news from Shelby this year. Hopefully she isn’t running herself ragged. Well, that is it. Another newsletter is in the books! I’ll try to keep you all updated on exciting happenings in Manhattan and on the K-State campus. Remember if you haven’t yet, you can find us on Facebook. We have a group page under K-State Rec. Complex Athletic Training Alumni. If you’re not a member yet, please join. Keep me updated on any job openings or exciting announcements you may want to share with the group. Have a great Spring! (Jeff)
Posted on: Wed, 19 Mar 2014 20:34:26 +0000
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