Sports Medicine
Athletic Training Program

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Athletic Training Program and Outreach

Sports Medicine athletic trainers at Cincinnati Children’s support students in their efforts to achieve both their athletic and academic goals by partnering with schools to provide sports healthcare and education.

Who are Athletic Trainers?

Athletic trainers are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide:

  • Clinical exams and diagnosis
  • Emergency care
  • Injury rehabilitation
  • Preventive services
  • Therapeutic intervention

Our athletic trainers also treat the following illnesses and emergency injuries:

  • Asthma attack
  • Concussion
  • Diabetic emergencies
  • Heat stroke
  • Sickle cell crisis
  • Spine injuries
  • Sudden cardiac arrest

Outreach Involvement

Athletic Trainers

Jessica Aguilera, ATC
Gymnastics and Dance Outreach Athletic Trainer, Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy, The Gymnastics Center, Gymnastics Central
jessica.aguilera@cchmc.org

Jessica is a Kentucky native and received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from Northern Kentucky University in 2015. While at NKU, she worked with several high schools, college softball and Cincinnati Ballet. Following college Jessica worked as an athletic trainer for ESPN Wide World of Sports as well as Disney Theme Parks. She also worked as a professional dancer/performer in Orlando and across the US. Upon returning to KY, Jessica worked for a local physical therapy clinic where she focused on Pilates based rehab. As a former dancer and trampoline and tumbling gymnast, Jessica has always had a passion for dance and gymnastics and continues that passion as an Athletic Trainer. Along with working at Cincinnati Children’s, Jessica leads dance and gymnastics injury prevention classes for local studios and gyms. When not working she enjoys coaching, boating and traveling.

Simon Anderson
Athletic Trainer- New Miami High School
simon.anderson@cchmc.org

Simon is from West Chester, Ohio where he graduated from Lakota East High School in 2017. He attended Ohio University where he earned a bachelor of science in athletic training degree in 2021. Simon's interest in athletic training started after battling various injuries as a high school XC and track runner, and learning about the rehab process. His passion for helping others and interest in athletic led him to pursue a career in sports medicine. He started his career at Cincinnati Children's as the head athletic trainer for Western Hills High School in 2021. Simon enjoys running, playing basketball, and hanging out with friends in his free time.

Jirequez Fair-Harris.Jirequez Fair-Harris, ATC
Athletic Trainer – North College Hill HS
jirequez.fair-harris@cchmc.org

Jirequez is from Columbus, Ohio where he graduated from Centennial High School in 2014. He received his bachelor of science in athletic training from Mount St. Joseph University in May of 2019. During his four years in undergrad at MSJ, Jirequez participated in athletics as a football player. During his time with MSJ, he had a variety of different clinical rotations including softball, baseball, basketball, volleyball, lacrosse, and track & field. Jirequez enjoys watching Ohio State football and spends his time shooting hoops with his friends.

Holly Horton.Holly Horton
Registered Nurse
Clinical Care Coordinator - Dr. Logan
holly.horton@cchmc.org

Michael Neumann.Michael Neumann
Athletic Trainer
Clinical Care Coordinator - Dr. Conde
michael.neumann@cchmc.org

 A photo of Lindsey Rehmer.Lindsey Rehmer

Athletic Trainer
lindsey.rehmer@cchmc.org

Lindsey is a native of Cincinnati. Born and raised on the east side of the city, she attended Ursuline Academy for high school graduating in 2017. Throughout high school she was a competitive cheerleader and a part of the Archbishop Moeller High School marching band as a member of the Colorguard. From there she went on to earn her bachelor's degree in 2021 studying exercise and sports science from Coastal Carolina University. After graduation, she went to the University of Michigan to earn her master's degree in athletic training. Lindsey had a wide variety of rotations including men's gymnastics, women's field hockey, men's lacrosse, and during the summer of 2022 she worked with Carolina Crown Drum & Bugle Corps. She is a member of NATA. When she is not at work, Lindsey enjoys travelling, reading, and spending time with friends and family.

McKenzie Robb, ATC
Athletic Trainer
Clinical Care Coordinator - Dr. Kennedy
mckenzie.robb@cchmc.org

Jen Werner.Jen Scott
Senior Athletic Trainer - St. Bernard-Elmwood Place Jr. / Sr. High School
jennifer.werner@cchmc.org

Jen is a Wisconsin native. She received her bachelor’s degree in athletic training from the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse in 2012 and her master’s degree in athletic training from the University of Kentucky (UK) in 2014. While at UK, she worked as a graduate assistant athletic trainer for a local Fayette County High School, two Middle Schools, UK Club Hockey and Lacrosse, as well as, in clinic at UK Orthopedics and Sports Medicine. Prior to coming to Cincinnati Children’s, Jen worked at the University of Michigan as the primary athletic trainer for the Men’s and Women’s Tennis program for three years. Jen is a member of the NATA, GLATA, and OATA.

Darion Williams, ATC
Athletic Trainer
Clinical Care Coordinator - Dr. Gubanich
darion.williams@cchmc.org

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College Program

Students from local colleges and universities have the opportunity to gain valuable, hands-on experience through Cincinnati Children’s Sports Medicine team at local high schools and other off-campus clinical sites.

For more information, please contact Jennifer Scott, Senior Athletic Trainer at jennifer.scott@cchmc.org.

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