YOUNG HARRIS, Ga. | Young Harris College has announced the addition of two new Assistant Athletic Trainers to its athletics staff, Director of Athletics Aaron Bessey announced today. Zoe Hollowell and Madison Whitehead will join the Mountain Lions ahead of the 2025–26 academic year. 

Hollowell returns to Young Harris after spending two years as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Maryville College. During her time there, she helped guide the football and softball programs to conference championships in 2024, with the football team also setting a school record for best season in history. A native of Buford, Georgia, Hollowell earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2021 and her Master of Science in Athletic Training in 2023, both from Georgia College & State University. She completed her final internship at Young Harris in the spring of 2023. 

"I'm incredibly grateful and excited for the opportunity to be back on the Young Harris College campus," said Hollowell. "This is a place that feels like home and is a perfect fit for my passion and purpose. I'm excited to pour into the student-athletes, grow with this community, and be part of something truly special." 

Whitehead, a native of Macon, Georgia, joins the Mountain Lions after completing her Master's in Athletic Training at Georgia College & State University, where she also earned her Bachelor's in Exercise Science. While she is new to the professional field, her enthusiasm and dedication to athlete care have already made a strong impression. 

"I'm beyond excited to be joining the Young Harris Athletics Team as an Assistant Athletic Trainer," said Whitehead. "The opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of this team is truly exciting. I'm eager to bring my passion for athlete care and my drive to support the athletes both on and off the field. I can't wait to learn from the amazing staff while helping the athletes perform at their highest level." 

Hollowell and Whitehead have officially begun their roles at Young Harris College!