LOUISVILLE, Ky. —

Six JCPS schools are piloting a new Junior Athletic Director program that brings high schoolers behind the scenes of sports administration and game day operations, with hands-on experience and mentorship tied to the University of Louisville.

“I’m really excited about this program. I’m really interested in sports, and I love sports, and I’m thinking about pursuing it in college and athletic training,” said Jenna Hayden, a senior at Fern Creek High School.

Open to juniors and seniors, the program is launching at six schools: Fairdale, Pleasure Ridge Park, Fern Creek, Western, Ballard and Central. Students will learn the rules of different sports, develop business acumen, and gain experience in marketing and game management.

They will also receive access to select UofL g

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