Janel begins her fourth year as Schreiner's Head Athletic Trainer. For her first two years at SU, she had done a stellar job as Schreiner University's Assistant Athletic Trainer.  Along with Luke Montgomery, they share coverage of the 13 Mountaineer sports teams.  Janel came to Schreiner in August, 2008 from sunny, yet crowded Southern California after completing a Master’s degree in Sports Psychology at California State University, Fullerton in May, 2008. 

For two years prior to returning to school for her Master’s, Janel worked at several area high schools and local colleges as an athletic trainer.  She also worked with the Los Angeles Galaxy’s (MLS) youth program in which Galaxy coaches brought up young athletes from age 12-20 to show them the work ethic and skill required to become a MLS player. 

Prior to attending Cal State Fullerton, Janel graduated from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona with a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training in 2003.  While at Cal Poly, Janel was a part of the internship athletic training program and worked with the women’s volleyball team and men’s and women’s track teams. 

Janel is excited to be here in the beautiful Hill Country and working with such a wonderful staff.  She lives in Kerrville with her husband, Carl, who teaches natural horsemanship, and their two cats, Stewart and Stampy.  When not working, Janel loves traveling, spending time with Carl, working out, and participating in all outdoor activities.  With extensive experience in the kitchen, Janel loves to cook and bake to keep those around her plump with cookies and other baked goodies.