Mississippi

Long Beach Encore Athlete of the Month, Gerald Jones, Jr.

Congratulations to the Long Beach Encore Athlete of the Month, Gerald Jones, Jr! Gerald is a multi-sport, sophomore, athlete at Pass Christian High School in Mississippi. He has been a member of the Varsity Pirates Football and Basketball teams for 2 years and wears jersey #1. Gerald’s sports awards consist of the Basketball Defensive Player, Football Most Valuable Offensive Player, and Most Valuable Player. He currently has a 3.6 GPA and plans to attend college to major in Sports Medicine and then go on to play in the NFL. Gerald is the son of Gerald Jones Sr. and Tiffany Spencer.

Good Luck during basketball season, Gerald! Keep up the good work!

2 of our SportsFit Members are future Marines!

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Grant Garretson and Tucker Zehner, members at our SportsFit gym in Leakesville MS, have been dedicated in their training for the Marines since the day we opened our doors. Day in and day out, they’ve always given 100%. Grant and Tucker are two of the most deserving and respectful young men we have ever seen, and we’re so proud of them and all they will accomplish in the Marine Corps!

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Grant is a 17 year old, Senior at Greene County High School and will receive his diploma in May.

“I chose to enter the Marine Corps because I wanted to be apart of an elite organization that represented something bigger than myself. I wanted to take part in something that showed honor, courage, commitment, and selflessness. It also seemed like a good way to start off at 17 and will hopefully help me provide for a family one day, God willing. I chose SportsFit because it was a local gym with good equipment and very helpful staff members. I would recommend the gym to anyone I know.”

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Tucker is a graduate of Greene County High School and is 18 years old. He boarded a plane today for Boot Camp on Paris Island.

“I joined the military because its always been something I’ve wanted to do since I was little and I joined the marines because they’re the best. Also chose sportsfit because its local convenient and they have a very friendly staff!”

Thank you, Grant and Tucker, for serving our country!

Semper Fi.

Tuscan Avenue Clinic Athlete of the Month, Sue Kumaning.

Congratulations to Sue Kumaning who was chosen as the Tuscan Avenue Encore Athlete of the Month! Sue is a senior athlete at William Carey College in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She is a 4 year varsity member of the Lady Crusaders soccer team. Sue has a 3.3 GPA and plans to continue her education by pursuing a masters in psychology. She also aspires to play pro soccer after college. Sue is the daughter of Tag and Elisabeth Kumaning. Keep up the good work Sue! Good luck!

Long Beach Clinic Athlete of the Month, Josh Borzik.

Congratulations to the Long Beach Clinic Athlete of the Month, Josh Borzik! Josh is a junior athlete at Long Beach High School in Mississippi. He has played for 4 years on the Bearcats Varsity Baseball team and wears the jersey number 4. After graduation, he wants to attend college on a baseball scholarship. Josh is the son of Louis and Dena Borzik. Keep up the good work, Josh! Good Luck in playoffs!

Diamondhead Encore Athlete of the Month, Alex Nolan.

Congratulations to Alex Nolan who was chosen as the Diamondhead Encore Athlete of the Month! Alex is a junior, multi-sport, athlete at Hancock High School in Kiln, Mississippi. He plays on the Varsity Tennis and Soccer teams, and is currently the Tennis Captain. After high school, Alex plans to attend Mississippi State University to pursue a degree in Biomedical Engineering. Alex is the son of Eric and Janell Nolan.

Keep up the good work Alex!!!

Diamondhead Encore Athlete of the Month, Madison Ladner

Congratulations to Madison Ladner who was chosen as the Diamondhead Clinic Athlete of the Month! Madison is a freshman, multi-sport athlete at Hancock High School. She is a member of the basketball (#4) and volleyball (#7) teams and already has a variety of awards including Free Throw National Champion (2009), Most Sportsmanship, and the 2013 District Championship. Madison hopes to play volleyball in college while obtaining a pharmacy degree. She is the daughter of Byron and Rhonda Ladner. Keep up the good work Madison!

Long Beach Athlete of the Month, Kenny McNutt.

Congratulations to the Long Beach Clinic Encore athlete of the Month, Kenny McNutt! Kenny is a freshman at Long Beach High School and a member of the football team (#61). He has played for the Bearcats his 7th, 8th and 9th grade year. After he graduates, he hopes to attend Mississippi State University and major in Mechanical Engineering. Kenny is the son of Ken and Sherri McNutt.

Athletic Trainer saves a life- Lissa Little, Encore MSATC.

We would like to recognize and commend Lissa Little, MSATC at East and West Marion High School, for her quick response, lifesaving skills that kept a woman alive during a basketball tournament this past December. Aiding her, was Columbia’s high school ATC, Fred Worthy. Lissa is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi and has worked for Encore Rehab the last three years. Thank you for all you do, Lissa!

Diamondhead Clinic Athlete of the Month, Amanda Green.

Congratulations to the Diamondhead Encore Athlete of the Month, Amanda Green. Amanda is a sophomore, multi-sport, athlete at Hancock High School and a member of the basketball and volleyball teams (#24). Her future plans are to attend The University of South Alabama and major in the medical field. Amanda is the daughter of George and Merry Green. Keep up the good work, Amanda!

Diamondhead Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner.

Congratulations to the Diamondhead Clinic Encore Athlete of the Month, Lane Ladner! Lane is a junior at Hancock high school and a member of the football team (#44). His sports awards consist of MVP, Defensive Player of the Week, and Defensive Captain. He plans to attend a four year university on scholarship and major in Sports Medicine. Lane is the son of Leah and James Ladner. Good luck and keep up the good work, Lane!