MCPHERSON - The McPherson Hospital’s Rural Health Clinic, McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates, hosted its annual Sports Physical Night on August 7, bringing the community together in a record-breaking show of support for local athletes.
This year’s event served 133 athletes and students from McPherson Youth Football, McPherson Middle School, and McPherson High School, the highest turnout in the event’s history. Thanks to the dedication of providers and volunteers, the evening raised $4,655, with $1,890 donated to McPherson Youth Football and $2,765 to the McPherson Booster Club.
McPherson Booster Club Board Member, Jennifer Rink, shared, “By providing this sports physical night, the hospital is not only caring for our athletes, but also supporting programs like music, debate, and theater. Thank you for your dedication to McPherson youth.”
McPherson Youth Football Director and Coach, Milton Collins, added, “Your support will help us update medical bags and meet equipment needs this season. We are grateful for the care shown by all the providers and their teams at McPherson Center for Health.”
Special recognition goes to providers Autumn Wilgers, APRN, Malia Sullivan, APRN, Stephanie Pena, APRN, Nick Vogts, PA-C, Melisa Cooper, PA-C, and Tracy Sweat, PA-C, who conducted the physicals with care and efficiency. Their work, alongside nurses, registration staff, and clinic leadership, ensured a smooth and successful evening.
"We are proud to host an event that supports the health of our athletes and their programs,” said Carol Fickes, Chief of Provider and Clinic Operations at McPherson Hospital. “The turnout and fundraising success reflect the power of collaboration between healthcare, schools, and the community. Events like this remind us that it is about more than just physicals, it is about building strong, healthy, and supported athletes and students for the future.”