BOSTON, Mass. – After 23 years as the Head Athletic Trainer at Wentworth Institute of Technology, Ralph Evans has announced his retirement, effective May 31, 2013.

“It is with mixed emotion that we announce Ralph’s retirement from Wentworth,” said Director of Athletics Angel Ayres. “We are all saddened to see him leave, but at the same time we are excited for his well-deserved time off. He has been a permanent fixture on our campus for 23 years and is one of Wentworth’s most dedicated employees. We wish him well and many great times spent with his wife, Susan. He will certainly be missed by everyone.”

The longest-tenured member of the Athletic Department, Evans arrived on the Wentworth campus in 1990 and during his time he has helped evaluate, rehabilitate, and care for thousands of Wentworth’s student-athletes. Often going above and beyond the call of duty, he has put in countless extra hours throughout his career to ensure his student-athletes received the care they needed.

Prior to joining the Leopard staff, he served two stints at Bentley College. From 1972-1980, he was the Head Athletic Trainer and returned to the Waltham campus in 1989. From 1980-1988, Evans served as the Fitness Director and Athletic Trainer at the Boston Racquet Club. In addition to his work at Wentworth, he served as the Athletic Trainer for the Brockton Rox baseball team. He has also worked with the National Football League’s New York Giants and New England Patriots and has been an annual fixture in the medical tent at the finish line of the Boston Marathon, treating thousands of runners who have completed the 26.2 mile course.

A search for his replacement is underway.