As the athletic trainer and equipment manager for allAlbion College sports teams for 26 years, Walter M. Swyers providedan invaluable service to the players and coaches of the teams withwhom he worked. His impact on Albion College athletics is reflectedin the testimonies of Swyer's service from many Briton coaches andstudent athletes.
During his years as athletic trainer and equipmentmanager, Swyers not only supervised the students who worked in theathletic department, but also looked out for them both on and offthe field. He was known for taking students into his home, andmaking sure they felt they had a home away from home inAlbion.
The coaches with whom Swyers worked also depended on himon and off the field. According to Frank Joranko, professor ofphysical education, emeritus, “Walt was very loyal to all thecoaches—whether we were winning or losing. He was the kind ofman who would do anything for you.”
In recognition for his service, Swyers received an awardfrom the National Athletic Trainers Association.
Swyers lives in Albion with his wife Caroline. The Swyershave five children: Harry, Linda, Beverly, Sheila andJanet.
