Being an athletic trainer is more than just helping athletes with injuries, taping, or physical rehabilitation. It’s connecting with athletes, finding effective ways to help them, and being a support system to all athletes. Here at Wilsonville High School, Jorge Chaires is that person. 

Chaires started his career at George Fox University, a school in Newberg, Oregon. It took him 4 years to get his degree, while then working at Aloha High School for clinical hours. After that he decided to come to Wilsonville and has entered his third year being the athletic trainer for Wilsonville High School. 

Being an athletic trainer comes with knowledge, support, and understanding of athletes. Chaires has a way of making athletes feel welcome, comfortable, and optimistic despite the challenges they may face.

Chaires mentions that he loves helping athletes “feel better and go back to their original performance,” while also adding that “the kids” are his favorite part of being here at Wilsonville High School. Many athletes have gained trust with Chaires knowing that he will help them get back to the level they aspire to play at. 

Athletic Director, Josh Davis, was the person that hired Chaires a few years back. Davis had heard great things about Chaires, as Davis says, “He came highly recommended.” 

Davis mentions, “He really cares about our student athletes as he is building relationships everyday, and he’s here for the right reason.” Chaires has a way of helping athletes, while also creating steady relationships with all athletes. Davis adds to this saying, “His heart is in the right place.”

With countless hours of support, encouragement, and helping athletes’ recovery, Chaires continues to impact Wilsonville High School positively. With his help, our athletes are in the best of care to make sure they are safe while playing the sport they love. He has made our school better, and continues to support our athletes.