Kent Scriber Award
The NYSATA Kent Scriber Recognition Award is an Executive Council nominated award. It is awarded to individuals or groups of individuals who are deserving of recognition for acts, promotion, support and/or service which positively reflect the goals and mission of NYSATA and the profession of Athletic Training within New York State.
Both active NYSATA and non-NYSATA individuals can be nominated for this award and it may be presented to more than one individual or group. Regional Representatives are encouraged to solicit from members and inform an Executive Council member of possible candidates providing a supporting letter which is provided to the Awards chair for processing. If you have an idea for a candidate – please contact your regional representative or Executive Board member.
The NYSATA Recognition Award shall be presented by the NYSATA President, on behalf of the Executive Council and membership of NYSATA at any of these events:
- NYSATA Meeting at EATA Conference
- NYSATA Annual Conference

2024 Award Winners



Congratulations to Assembly Member Michaelle Solages, Senator Jamaal Bailey, and Lobbyist Karin Spencer on being awarded the New York State Athletic Trainers' Association Kent Scriber Recognition Award for all their hard work to help the athletic
trainers gain licensure!
Kent Scriber Recognition Award Winners
2023
Assembly Member Michaelle Solages
Senator Jamaal Bailey
Karin Spencer, Lobbyist
2022
Jenna Tacinelli Hach
2021
Rick Knizek
2017
Aimee Brunelle, MS, ATC, EMT
Mary Ann McLean
2016
Susan Geisler, MA, ATC, PT
Christine Jenkins, ATC, MS
2015
Dr. Merritt Spear
2014
Bob O’Malley
2013
Kent Scriber
Dr. James Swenson