April 27, 2026
With Tripler Physical Therapy team, a student athlete turns injury into Hawaii cross-country glory
Tripler Army Medical Center, Hi. —
Sadie Kreuger, a sophomore and student athlete at Moanalua High School, recovered from an Iliotibial (IT) band injury in August 2025. With the exceptional patient care of Tripler Army Medical Center’s physical therapy team, Kreuger went on to win the Hawaii State Cross-Country title, was named Hawaii Gatorade Player of the Year, and qualified to participate in the Brooks Nationals, representing Team West in December 2025.