Service Award from Kansas Athletic Trainers’ Society (KATS)

This person has shown a history of service and significant contributions to the profession of athletic training in the state of Kansas or KATS. This individual does not have to be an athletic trainer; other healthcare professionals, legislators, physicians, or administrators may also qualify. Nominations may be made by any current KATS member using the attached nomination form.

Nominations & Announcement

Nominations are accepted until September 1, and the winner will be recognized at the KATS November Symposium.

KAT Service Award Nomination Application


KATS Service Award Recipients

2018 Dr. Michael Baughman (posthumous award)
2019 Steve Zimmerman
2020 Dr. Jennifer Koontz
2021 Dr. Kyle Goerl
2021 Brent Unruh
2022 Lynsey Payne
2023 Katrina Steiner