Phil Hossler has been providing the health care to the East Brunswick High School athletes for the past 28 years. Mr. Hossler is revered by colleagues and co-workers for his compassion towards people and the outstanding healthcare he provides for the East Brunswick student-athletes. He has successfully lead initiatives in the community and state for the acquisition of Automated External Defibrillators in efforts of preventing death in young athletes. Phil’s most recent endeavor is his distinguished service as member of the Brain Injury Association of New Jersey, whose goal is to raise community awareness about sports-related concussion. He has worked to educate students, parents, and the community in regards to concussion and sports safety.

Phil, throughout his career has authored of 4 textbooks, 35 articles, and has been elected to 4 Halls of Fame, including the National Athletic Trainers Association. He has served as an elected leader on both the state and regional level of the athletic training profession.


Phil started and continues to direct one most respected extracurricular high school student athletic training programs in the state. His unique curriculum provides high school students with valuable insight into and knowledge of the athletic training profession also imposing important life skills, such as a strong work ethic and commitment. He has mentored over 100 students since its inception, with many currently employed in the health care setting.

As a student in Mr. Hossler’s program myself, the greatest lesson I ever learned was to never settle for being good, when you dreamt of being great. Phil Hossler’s career has followed that model. His dedication towards East Brunswick’s student-athletes, his student athletic trainers, as well as his continued desire for professional advancement and passion for the profession of athletic training makes Phil more than deserving of this great honor.

Leigh Weiss
Assistant Athletic Trainer/Physical Therapist
New York Football Giants