RELEASE DATE:July 16, 2015

SUBJECT:Rathbun adds bowling to his coaching repertoire

SOURCE:Jason Rathbun, Head Bowling Coach, 866-0300, Ext. 2228

HERKIMER, NY - Jason Rathbun was selected as the new men's and women's bowling coach for the upcoming 2015-16 season. While the position maybe new, the name is not, as "Coach Razz" has led the Herkimer College baseball team over the past 11 years. During his time as baseball coach he has led the program to five World Series appearances, eight conference titles, 16 different coach of the year awards and 352 wins during his time as skipper on the diamond.

Rathbun is no stranger to the sport of bowling either. His father was the bowling coach at Herkimer College for a few years and his former teammate and friend P.J. Anadio, who Rathbun is replacing, have been working together since Anadio began coaching the bowling program in 2011.

Rathbun bowled at Little Falls High School for longtime coach and teacher John Prestopnik and was also a junior bowler at Gorge View Lanes. Rathbun also organized a team in South Carolina securing sponsorship for the team during his time at Erskine College.

"I am excited to get this program rolling!" stated Rathbun. "I believe that with my experience in sports psychology and understanding of the game of bowling, I will be able to bring a lot of information to help each player get better. I will work hard to recruit strong bowlers to help the program reach a new heights of success."

In addition to his coaching duties, Rathbun is employed in the housing department at Herkimer and teaches Psychology during the fall. He lives in Herkimer, NY with his wife Melissa and his son A.J. Rathbun holds an Associates Degree from Herkimer, Bachelors Degree in Sports Management from Erskine College and a Masters Degree in Sports Psychology from Capella University.

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Photo: Attached is an action and head shot of Jason Rathbun.