SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
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2021 VATA Scholarship Recipient
Cade Watts
Cade recently graduated from Shenandoah University (SU) with a Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science. Soon after graduation he was certified as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) by the NSCA. He is continuing his education at SU as the pilot student for a Dual-Degree Master’s of Science in Athletic Training and Master’s of Public Health program. Upon graduation, he hopes to pursue a Doctorate in Athletic Training program specializing in
sports concussion through Temple University’s College of Public Health. Most recently, Cade became a guest contributor for the Sports Medicine Research blog by publishing a brief article, “Concussions: Is Submaximal Exercise Medicine?”, appraising the relationship between exercise therapies and time to return-to-activity.
2020-2021 Tom Jones Scholarship Recipient
Elizabeth Walker
My name is Beth Walker and I am a graduate from Chowan University with a degree in exercise science and a minor in coaching. While at Chowan I was a member of the softball team and played on the 2017 conference championship team. I was involved in many activities such as President of Honors College, Vice President of Rotaract and a member of multiple honors societies. I also participated in a semester long internship shadowing and helping my University’s athletic training staff. During this time I gained a greater appreciation and love for athletic training. In June I begin the Masters of Athletic Training program at Bridgewater College. I am excited for this journey and blessed to be the recipient of the VATA Tom Jones Scholarship.
2020-2021 Recipient
Rachel Scherbenske
My name is Rachel Scherbenske and I am from Chantilly, VA. I am a first year student in the Masters of Science in Athletic Training at the University of Virginia, where I also completed my undergraduate studies majoring in Kinesiology. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunities and mentors I've had thus far in just the short time I've been involved in the AT world. Eventually, I hope to complete a residency and pursue a Doctorate degree. I'm not sure where I'll end up long-term but I'm planning on keeping my options open, and I am so excited to explore all the opportunities within the AT profession!
2019 - 2020
Professional Development Scholarship
Grace Mills
Attending: Liberty University
Tom Jones Scholarship
Abigain Poague
Graduated from: Roanoke College
Attending: University of Lynchburg
2018 - 2019
Tom Jones Scholarship
Leanna Dolan
Attending: Bridgewater College
2016 - 2017
College/University Scholarship Winner
Victoria Fauntroy
Attending: George Mason University
High School Scholarship Winner
Kailyn Baker
High School: Monacan High School
Attending: University of Virginia
Professional Development Winner
Emma Hoffman
Attending: The College of William and Mary
2015- 2016
College/University Scholarship Winner
Rachel Le
Attending: Lynchburg College
2014 - 2015
College/University Scholarship Winner
Christina "Tina" Vickers
Attending: Longwood University
High School Scholarship Winner
Erin Deloye
High School: Trinity Episcopal High School in Richmond, VA
Attending: TBD
Student Professional Development Scholarship Winner Mackenzie Simmons
Attending: James Madison University
2013 - 2014
College/University Scholarship Winner
Carina Stern
Attending: Shenandoah University
Student Professional Development Scholarship Winner
Taylor Meier
Attending: Old Dominion University
2012 - 2013
College/University Scholarship Winner
Meghan Almarode
Attending: Lynchburg College
Hometown: Waynesboro, VA
High School Scholarship Winner
Jessica Printz
Hometown: Fairfax,VA
High School: W.T. Woodson High School
Attending: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Student Professional Development Scholarship Winners
Bethany Druvenga
Attending: Old Dominion University
Kari Washburn
Hometown: Waynesboro, VA
High School: Waynesboro High School
Attending: University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Runner-Up: Christina Vickers
Hometown: Gloucester, VA
High School: Gloucester High School
Attending: Longwood University
2010 - 2011
Winner: Bethany Chandler
Attending: George Mason University
Runner Up: Kirsten Brock
Attending: Lynchburg College
2009 - 2010
Winner: Alex Thompson
Attending: Roanoke College
Runner-Up: Laurel Haynes
Attending: Bridgewater College
Winner: Troy Thornton
Attending: George Mason University
Runner-Up: Caitlyn Richbourg
Attending: James Madison University
2007 - 2008
Winner: Taylor Riedel
Attending: George Mason University
Runner-Up: Brittany Bobbit
Attending: Barton College
Winner: Brittany Barnes
Attending: James Madison University
Runner-Up: Josh Miller
Attending: California University of Pennsylvania
2005 - 2006
Winner: Matthew Norville (pictured left)
Attending: Longwood University
Runner-Up: David Lawton-Belous
Attending: Elon University