FEBRUARY AOM: SAM GWIZD

Congratulations to our February Athlete of the Month, Sam Gwizd! This is also a tribute to Sam… she is a “gem” of a person. Sam has been with us for 4 years. In that 4 years, she has come over 871 times which averages 4X per week!! That is unmatched dedication and commitment! Sam has been with us while she has worked on her doctorate of Geology at UT. She has now completed that and is moving to Los Angeles to work with NASA the end of this month. We will miss her so much! Sam started off in CrossFit classes and over the years found her love in Olympic Weightlifting. That is where she has been for most of the last year plus. Scroll through these pictures and you will see all the years of smiles that she leaves us with. You’d think she just came in and smiled all the time, but she put so much practice, consistency and hard work in over the years every time she walked through the door. She’s a delight! She loves this place and we love her! You will always have a home here at Rocky Top, Sam! #rtcffam #rtcfaom

JANUARY AOM: BAILEY SIMPSON

Congrats to our January AOM, Bailey Simpson! Bailey is a student at UT. Even with her school and work schedule, Bailey is IMPRESSIVELY consistent at Rocky Top. She always makes time to come in and get to work! She will literally come at all times, whenever it fits in her day! That’s commitment! Bailey is super coachable, very friendly to her fellow athletes, and she always makes time after class to do some extra accessory work. If you see Bailey around, make sure to congratulate her! Bailey we are so glad you are part of the Rocky Top family!

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DECEMBER AOM: JENNIFER HENDERSON

Would you look at that! That’s a 50lb dumbbell over her head! Whew! Strong lady! Jennifer Henderson is kind, hard working, dedicated, and always strives to do her best in class. If you’ve ever been to a 6:30pm class you’ll know these things about Jennifer very well! She is always open to partner with others and help new members feel welcome and comfortable. She always comes in after a long day at work with a smile on her face and is ready to face the workout! Jennifer is very dedicated to getting her fitness in and challenges herself every year by doing the CrossFit Open. Give Jennifer a big “congratulations” when you see her around!!

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NOVEMBER AOM: ZACH GARTNER

Congratulations to our November Athlete of the Month, Zach Gartner! Chances are you’ve seen Zach around the gym no matter what your regular class time is. Zach’s consistency is one of his best qualities. No matter the workout or the circumstances, Zach finds time to come in and get his workout in. Zach is coachable, hardworking, and very fun to be around. He has a kind heart and a great relationship with his fellow members and brings life to every class he’s in. He’s always willing to help or team up with other members in workouts. If you see Zach in the gym give him a high-five and a “congratulations”! We’re so glad you’re part of the family Zach! #rtcfaom #rtcffam

OCTOBER AOM: JOHN THERIAULT

Congratulations to our October Athlete of the Month, John Theriault! John has been a consistent member at RTCF for the last 2 1/2 years. John is one of the most light hearted, fun guys that you’ll meet in the gym. He’s always cracking jokes and making people smile. He has a unique ability to make even the most challenging workouts easier just by being in the class. John is super friendly and makes conversation with everyone and helps them feel welcome and part of the community. When he is not crushing workouts in the gym, John is out protecting our county in his job with the Sheriff’s Department. If you see John in the gym, give him a high five and a “Congratulations!” John, we love having you as part of the RTCF family! #rtcffam #rtcfaom