LORMAN, Miss. – Fred Worthy, an experienced athletic trainer having served Alcorn State University and many of the surrounding areas, is set to become the next head athletic trainer as announced by Director of Athletics Derek Horne.
“We are pleased to be able to add someone on staff with the experience and level of expertise like Fred,” Horne said. “Having worked with us before, we’re familiar with his work ethic and quality of work and look forward to having him join us on a full-time basis.”
Worthy has worked in and around the state of Mississippi in a variety of capacities since 1996. While working as the supervisor of recreational therapy/lead athletic trainer at Merit Health Natchez, he spent time assisting Alcorn State and coverage of eight area high schools for almost five years. He most recently has served as the certified athletic trainer at New Orleans East Hospital.
“I’ve worked with Alcorn State before and I’m excited to be coming back,” Worthy said. “I’m excited for the opportunity to come back and work at the University. I’m looking forward to working with the coaches, staff and athletes at Alcorn. Having worked as an athletic trainer for 24 years, I know these are difficult times, but I’m optimistic and hopeful for the upcoming season.”
Worthy has previous experience working in the Southwestern Athletic Conference having served as the head athletic trainer and instructor at Mississippi Valley State for nearly two years from 1998-2000. He began his career at Macon Central Academy as the head athletic trainer, coach and teacher in 1996.
Worthy earned both his master’s and bachelor’s degrees from Delta State University and received his associate’s degree from Pearl River Community College.
