Top Story Sports Providence trainer honored for 25 years of helping students on and off the field Jeff Vorva Times correspondent Apr 23, 2022 Apr 23, 2022 Updated Oct 29, 2024 0 1 of 2 Pat White, a longtime trainer at Providence Catholic High School, in New Lenox, was honored for his contributions March 25. Jeff Vorva, The Times Students join Pat White for a photo after he was recognized by Buddy’s Helpers for his years of service as Providence’s athletic trainer. Jeff Vorva, The Times Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. 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