Kentucky Super Preps honors local high school athletes
Med Center Health was proud to once again serve as the Presenting Sponsor of the Bowling Green Daily News’ Kentucky Super Preps on June 13 at Bowling Green Ballpark. In its 6th year, Kentucky Super Preps honored high school student athletes throughout Southcentral Kentucky for their achievements in athletics, academics and community involvement.
Jase Pinerola, Vice President for Physical Rehabilitation, welcomed guests to the event on behalf of Med Center Health. Jase shared his experience as a high school athlete that led him on the path to a career in healthcare as a physical therapist and athletic trainer.
Athletes were nominated by their coaches for each KHSAA-sanctioned sport at 14 area high schools. One student athlete was chosen as Athlete of the Year in each sport. Several special awards were presented — including the Outstanding Academic Achievement Award, sponsored by Med Center Health and presented to Brad Mahung, a soccer player from Glasgow High School.
The event was emceed by D93 WDNS radio personality Tony Rose. The awards ceremony featured a Q&A with former Bowling Green High School standouts , Patrick and Robert Reynolds.
Both Patrick and Robert won a national championship in 2002. Patrick led Western Kentucky to a Division1-AA championship, and Robert one an FBS national championship in the same season with Ohio State University.
To view the event, visit: https://www.facebook.com/Superprep
Photos courtesy of Grace Ramey/photo@bgdailynews.com.