Royals Add Jake Garwood, MS, ATC, NREMT as Athletic Trainer
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Royals Add Jake Garwood, MS, ATC, NREMT as Athletic Trainer

Published on August 13, 2026 under ECHL (ECHL)
Reading Royals News Release


Reading, PA - The Reading Royals, proud ECHL affiliate of the Philadelphia Flyers and Lehigh Valley Phantoms, announced that Jake Garwood, MS, LAT ATC, NREMT will serve as the team's new head athletic trainer.

Garwood, a native of LaPorte, Indiana, will manage all matters related to the athletic training and medical treatment of the team's players. Garwood's services are provided through St. Luke's University Health Network and will begin immediately.

"I want to thank the entire Reading Royals organization, and the St. Luke's Sports Medicine Relations department for giving me the opportunity to be a part of this team and franchise," stated Garwood. "I also want to show my appreciation for the Purdue University Athletic Training program for giving me incredible experience that has paved the way for my job with the Royals. I value my position and am going to try my hardest to help keep our players healthy, prepared, and performing at their best so we can compete at the highest level possible"

"We are thrilled to welcome Jake to the Royals," stated Anthony Peters, Head Coach and General Manager. "The athletic trainer is such an important role and I am grateful Jake chose to be a part of our team. I have full confidence in his professional ability and I am excited to add his passion and drive to our culture. I'd like to extend our sincere thanks to St. Luke's University Health Network for being an important partner with our team."

A graduate of Indiana University with a Bachelor of Kinesiology and Exercise Science, as well as a Master of Science Degree in Athletic Training from Purdue University, Garwood brings clinical experience garnered in high school, collegiate, tactical, industrial and professional environments. Additionally, Garwood completed a nine month long immersive internship with the Indy Fuel.

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