The guy squirting water into Zach Ertz’s mouth is Joe O’Pella. He’s an athletic trainer that’s been with the team for over 15 years at this point.
NFL teams don’t really have water boys, athletic trainers are usually the ones responsible for having water on the practice field and during games, but this post is absolutely hilarious.
A guy who rehabbed my ACL tear in my second year, has a masters degree from Pitt, and has years of experience keeping Eagles players healthy and on the field being called a “Waterboy” is crazy, and I’m already giving him shit for it, but good lord this post is so wildly misleading.
Either way, thought I’d clear the air, that the people with Water Bottles during games actually serve much bigger roles on NFL Teams.
The Magruder High School Athletic Department would like to recognize our OUTSTANDING Athletic Trainer, Ms. Samantha Paizs. Over the last 3 years, Samantha has been an integral part of the care and well being of our student-athletes!
We are very fortunate to have her at MHS!
📊 New evidence shows certified athletic trainers in high schools are linked to fewer injuries and serious health events for student athletes. That’s proof of the measurable impact ATs have on athlete safety and wellbeing.
This #NATM2026, let’s continue to raise awareness about the essential role athletic trainers play in keeping athletes safe and supported.
📣 Celebrate ATs and learn more → https://t.co/hbneNAEdej
#CareYouCanCountOn #AthleticTraining #StudentAthleteSafety
MCPS middle school coaches and intramurals staff who haven't completed mandatory CPR/AED training, see registration instructions at https://t.co/G6GCWJRnjs. Only 3 classes left this school year - Feb. 26, Mar. 3, Mar. 5!
Congratulations to February's MCPS Athletics Legend of the Month - Katie Brodka! Katie has served MCPS in numerous roles over the years, and continues to lead the sports medicine program to new heights - thanks for your dedication and commitment to the athletes of MCPS!
🚨TEAM USA JERSEY GIVEAWAY🚨
We are giving away an authentic #Nike Team USA 2026 Winter Olympics jersey of your choice w/ the player you want. 🇺🇸
To enter:
1. FOLLOW @HKYJersey
2. LIKE ❤️ & RT 🔄 this tweet.
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Good luck to all student-athletes on the first day of winter sports tryouts & practices. Thank you coaches, ADs, and athletic trainers for your preparation and commitment. Let’s champion our RAISE core values every step of the way!
#WeRAISE Legends in @MCPSAthletics!
I get to work with some amazing people everyday! This is only a sample of them here but truly love what I do and who I get to work alongside doing it!! Way to go MCPS Athletic Trainers- getting it done!
We love our Athletic Trainers! Thank you for all your support through all our @MCPS events & beyond! Our student-athletes have legendary experiences because of your expertise & care! #WeRAISE@mcpsAD
Working 2,000 professional games is worth celebrating hook, line and sinker!
Congratulations to head athletic trainer and director of sports medicine Jason Serbus on a momentous achievement.
#ALLCAPS
Exciting week ahead as our fall sports continue to open their seasons. Up next-Girls’ Flag 🏈 on Wed, 9/3! Check out our video from Monday Night Football! Our student-athletes are indeed stars! #WeRAISE Legends!
https://t.co/hlUh81WBGa
@Commanders@commandersCR@MCPSAthletics
Kyle Gibson retired after 13 #MLB seasons. A reliable workhorse, good for 30+ starts/yr. Charitable, devout Christian & family man. His quotes hit home for me as I felt the same retiring 1 yr ago today. Well done, fellow #Mizzou alum @kgib44!
⚾️🙏🏻(photo/quote Bmore Sun)
We are in need of a JV Girls and a JV Boys soccer coach at the Mill! Seasons begins August 13th if you or someone you know is interested, please email [email protected]
Let’s go, ‘Rines!
Pickleball Diplomacy: From Student-Athletes to Ambassadors has premiered! You can view our journey, with Chinese subtitles, here:
🎥 https://t.co/owAgGD8AbO
We are so proud of our student ambassadors and grateful to all who continue to support us!
🇺🇸🤝🇨🇳 @MCPS@AmbXieFeng
In April, about 30 Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) student-athletes went to China for a 12-day, 3-city pickleball tour. On Saturday, they will premiere a 30-minute documentary from the trip. @maryam_mcm https://t.co/85ATshmCNM
Due to the forecasted heat this week, all outdoor @MCPSAthletics activities must occur before 11am or after 6pm, 6/23-6/25. This includes all-school conditioning, skills camps, and clinics. Per protocols, heat index must still be checked. Heat info: https://t.co/Mwr3Q36yLG