WISE - - UVA Wise announced the addition of Jillian Maddra to its athletic training staff Tuesday. Maddra comes to the department from Bridgewater College where she completed her master's degree in athletic training. At UVA Wise, Maddra will serve as the primary athletic trainer for the sports of volleyball and softball while assisting with other athletic programs.
A native of Penn Laird, Virginia, Maddra obtained a bachelor's degree in health and exercise science from Bridgewater prior to completing her master's degree. While at Bridgewater, the athletic trainer worked with eight Eagles athletic teams, including the volleyball and softball programs.
Maddra has BLS Certification, in addition to being first aid and CPR certified. She will begin work later this month.