Donna R. Hays, ATC, LAT
Assistant Director of Athletics for Sport Medicine, Performance, and Support | Head Athletic Trainer
Donna Hays has served The Westminster Schools since 1993 and was named Assistant Director of Athletics in 2024 after more than 30 years as the school’s Head Athletic Trainer. She oversees sports medicine, performance, and student-athlete wellness programs, ensuring that Wildcats receive first-class care in injury prevention, rehabilitation, and overall health and safety.
In her role, Donna supervises the athletic training and performance staff, coordinates the school’s Concussion Management Team, and collaborates with healthcare, counseling, and academic services to provide holistic support for student-athletes. She has also represented Westminster and the profession at the national level, serving as a Certified Athletic Trainer for the U.S. Soccer Federation and the U.S. Olympic Committee, including assignments at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta and multiple international competitions.
Education
B.S., Education – University of Alabama
Licenses & Certifications
Certified Athletic Trainer, National Athletic Trainers’ Association (Certification #079102682)
Licensed Athletic Trainer, State of Georgia (License #AT000257)
CPR/AED/First Aid – American Red Cross (Instructor Certified)
Professional Affiliations
National Athletic Trainers’ Association (since 1989)
Georgia Athletic Trainers’ Association (since 1992), Secondary School Committee Member
