“Athletic Training has been described as a profession that is a cross between an EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) and a PT (Physical Therapist), and Moore County’s Athletic Trainer Bailey Sanders couldn’t agree more. In emergency game time situations, Athletic Trainers are typically the first responder on the scene and have to possess the knowledge to address and respond appropriately. In addition to game-day responsibilities, Bailey also works closely with injured athletes and their doctors and physical therapists in helping with full recovery. ‘Usually when there is an injury, it means that there is a weakness somewhere. We work with the other medical professionals to not only get athletes back to where they were, but to come back better and stronger than before, not just physically but also mentally,’ Bailey said.”