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Texas High School Athletic Trainers Honored for NATM2016

March is National Athletic Training Month, Sulphur Springs head athletic trainer Tammy Carrell offered some of her comments and thoughts on her chosen profession and members of the staff at the school.
“I asked my athletic training students to write what they wanted the community to know about athletic trainers. The following is what they wrote,” Carrell said.
“Athletic trainers are basically the ‘care takers’ of the athletes, cheerleaders, drill team, band members, coaches, and each other. We are always the first to arrive at an event and usually the last ones to leave. Being an athletic trainer. You usually are expected to do your job the best you can with little to no recognition. We aren’t really noticed by the community or the school for our work. But knowing that we can rehabilitate the injured athletes or prevent some injuries is self-rewarding. Athletic training is a very demanding job. We are at every practice and at every game, even staying later to make sure everything is cleaned and put together for the next time. Athletic training is a great program because we learn to manage our time and responsibilities. We learn communication and people skills that prepare us for jobs in the future. This month be sure to take the time and thank and appreciate your communities’ athletic trainers.
Carrell said, “This year is a little special to us at Sulphur Springs ISD. This spring marks 25 years of Athletic Training at SSISD. Spring 1991- 1997 Melissa Lasseter (1995-1997 Melissa Keys Assistant); 1997-1998 Eric Teller; 1998-2000 Melissa Lasseter (1999-2000 Toby Cason GA from TAMU-C);2000-2004 Chad McCune (2000-2001 Tammy Carrell GA from TAMU-C)(2003-2004 Michael Hammonds GA from TAMU-C) 2004-2006 Matt Torbett; 2006-Present Tammy Carrell;  (2006-2007 Melissa Pipins GA from TMF)
(2007-2008 Michael Hammonds worked as a contract Athletic Trainer for game coverage)
(2008-2009 Jessica Savage worked as a first aid provider)
(2009-2010 Jacklyn Nance was hired as an assistant and provided coverage at the SSMS)
(2010-2016 Josh Neill was hired as an assistant athletic trainer and a coach)
(2014-present Brad Abell was hired as an assistant at the high school. He also teaches health science technology classes)
Carrell said, “I have seen several changes in the 10 years that I have been here. My first year I had an assistant that helped out after school. It was basically all on my shoulders. High School and Middle school. I came to the high school in the mornings for morning rehab. Then I went to the middle school for any injuries and paperwork. I covered all home games, sometimes running back and forth between games. Sometimes it was baseball and softball and sometimes it was basketball and soccer.
Things really got more manageable when we hired Josh Neill at the middle school. He covered all middle school including all their paperwork. He would come help at the High School when I had more than one event to cover. In 2014 we hired Brad Abell at Sulphur Springs High School. He teaches health science technology during the day. His last class of the day is eighth period athletics. He also helps cover basketball and softball. In the fall you are busy but you only have a couple sports going on at the same time. In the spring you have everything else going on. With Texas weather you never know the changes that will be made. You just have to be flexible and go with it. With the help of my assistants and the help of my athletic training students it is more manageable. My students put in a lot of hours helping out with all the sports our district offers. The get what we need for practice, they clean it, and put it up so it is ready for another day. They also have class time where they learn CPR, First aid, and the myriad tasks of being an athletic trainer. It is a lot more than just showing up and handing out water on a hot summer day. We are like family, we love each other. Some days we all get along and everything is great and some days we know deep down we all love each other. I have been very blessed to have an amazing group of athletic training students.”
Carrell added, “Some of my previous MVP Students are: EmmaLee Spivey, Jessica Savage, Bailea Godwin, Kayla Townsend, Danesha Peoples, Keelie Wizer, Andrea Vazquez, Drew Cross, and Jonna Higginbotham. I still keep in touch with them. It is very rewarding to see them go on in life and succeed in life. I just hope I made a positive impact in their lives.”

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A day in the life of a high school athletic trainer

In honor of National Athletic Training Month this March, I talked to high school athletic trainer Amy Virden, MS, ATC, CSCS about her role in treating and keeping young athletes safe.

How long have you been an athletic trainer? Where are you currently employed?
I’ve been an athletic trainer for over 25 years. I’ve worked in various settings.  I’ve been a physician extender, a clinical athletic trainer, a Division I collegiate athletic trainer and a Division III collegiate athletic trainer.  I am currently a high school athletic trainer.  I work for Lehigh Valley Health Network and am contracted to Saucon Valley School District in Hellertown, Pa (outside of Allentown).  This is my 7th year here.

What are your hobbies?
I love to do anything outdoors and in nature, i.e. kayak, fish, camp, hike, and bike.

What type of education do you need to be an athletic trainer?  Where did you go to school?
Athletic trainers must have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.  Many choose to go on to obtain a graduate degree.  I have a Bachelor’s degree from Marietta College, in Ohio and a Master’s degree from Ohio University.

Was there anyone who influenced you to become an athletic trainer?
Before college, I had never even heard of an athletic trainer. I was a collegiate basketball player and when one of my teammates went down with an injury, I was fascinated by the athletic trainer who took care of her.  From that moment on, I knew that was what I wanted to do for a living.

What is your favorite thing about being an athletic trainer?
It is hard to choose just one thing.  Maybe that’s the answer.  There is such variety in my day that it is impossible to get bored.  I love that no two athletes are alike and no two injuries are alike.  The way one athlete responds and recovers from an ankle sprain can be totally different from the way another athlete responds and recovers.  Because of this, I learn something new every day.  I love the connections that I get to form with my athletes, coaches and parents.  I get to share in the successes of my athletes, whether it is on the competition field or in the training room.  Lastly, but certainly not least, I love sports.  I get to watch sports from the best seats in the house.

How many different teams do you work for as an athletic trainer at your school?
At my school I cover both high school and middle school teams.  There are a total of 52 teams at both levels and they are covered by two athletic trainers.

How do you manage to juggle working with so many different teams at one time?
That is a challenge.  Certain teams are higher risk for injuries than others.  I often have to prioritize where I will physically be located during my workday.  I make sure that all other teams have easy access to me at all times in the event of an injury.  I can travel from one field to the next quickly using my golf cart.

How many hours per week do you generally work?  Is one season more work than another?
I work anywhere from 40-45 hours six days per week.  Each season is different.  Fall is unique because of my Friday night football games and the fact that I travel with the football team to all of their games.  In the winter, because so many teams are competing for limited indoor space, I have many late nights.  The spring is probably the lightest season in terms of hours.  Because all the teams can be outside practicing at the same time on their own fields, my workday is shorter.

What are your favorite sports?
Although I love all sports, I really enjoy working football.  I think that is the sport that keeps me on my toes most often.  There is such potential for serious injury in that sport that I find it challenges me on a level that no other sport does.

What is your professional goal (for advancement)?
This is a great question but I might not answer it in a way you might think.  My goal for professional advancement is to advance my profession.  I try to advocate for athletic training whenever possible.  I try to set a good example of what an athletic trainer can bring to an athletic department, a school district and a community.  Sports are dangerous and the presence of an athletic trainer can mitigate the risk of injury.  I strongly feel that an athletic trainer is a necessary member of an athletic department and certainly not a luxury.  I believe that if a school cannot afford to hire an athletic trainer then they cannot afford athletics.

Is there anything you would like to share with someone who is thinking about becoming an athletic trainer?
Do it.  If you like sports and have always wanted to work in service to others, do it.  That being said, it is not an easy path to become an athletic trainer.  Many colleges have selective admission into their athletic training educational programs.  The coursework is challenging and fairly science heavy.  Each student must demonstrate proficiency in a variety of practical applications on the field, then pass a national certification exam to work as an athletic trainer.  It might sound demanding but it is worth it.  I feel very lucky to have a career where I am rewarded every single day.  Some rewards are obvious, such as wins or championships.  Some rewards are a little more subtle.  I find great reward in seeing my athletes reach their potential in developing their talents and interests.  By keeping them healthy and safely on the playing field, I feel I have contributed to that. I wouldn’t trade my job for anything.
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Illinois Athletic Trainer Organizes Equipment Drive for NATM2016

An athletic trainer at Lyons Township High School is counting on students to search their closets and excavate their garages to find the sports equipment they no longer use and donate to students in economically deprived areas who need it.

The Sports Equipment Drive being held through March at both the Lyons Township High School campuses was spurred by athletic trainer Andrea Kovalsky. She wanted to do something special for March, which she said is National Athletic Training Month.

“We didn’t want to do another fundraiser for ourselves,” she said. “We thought, ‘Why not do good for someone else?'”

Kovalsky came across a nonprofit, The Sports Shed, that collects and donates gently used sports equipment for students in the Chicago area.

The organization was founded by Tina Sernett of Vernon Hills. She started the organization after noticing her family had equipment they no longer used and she wanted to make sure other students could have what they needed to enjoy the same opportunities in sports her children have had.

“I just had a real passion for sports and what a difference it can make for kids,” she said. “Part of our mission is to engage students in more affluent areas in thinking outside of themselves and make them aware there are children in the Chicago area who have little or nothing.”

She said the group donates the equipment to schools, after-school and sports programs.

“We have wish lists from them of what they need,” she said.

Though any sort of equipment is accepted, such as soccer balls to basketballs, items that are in particular need right now are high school baseball and softball equipment.

That’s what some members of the Lyons Township girl’s softball team donated. Riley Frisbie of Countryside, Maggie Vacchiano of Burr Ridge, and Tenley Bozzi of Brookfield, all seniors, recently dropped off some of their used softball gear.

“It felt really good,” said Vacchiano. “We get to pass on some of our opportunities to others.”

The items included helmets, catching gear and a bag of softballs.

Tenley said she has some equipment at home to donate. Her parents will likely be glad to hear she may be cleaning out the garage.

“I have so much stuff in my garage. It’s just filled,” she said. “I’d like to donate it to someone who needs it.”

For more information on The Sports Shed, visit thesportsshed.org.

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Stevens Institute of Technology Celebrates NATM2016

The Stevens Institute of Technology Department of Athletics will be hosting the annual National Athletic Training Month all March with a speakers and various activities.

The month kicks-off tomorrow, March 10 with speaker Jackie Ricciradi’s presentation on mental health. The event will start promptly at 9 p.m at Canavan Arena, and during the day Stevens’ athletic trainers will be hosting trivia with t-shirt giveaways.

On Sunday, March 13, a CPR/AED course will be offered at 2 p.m. at Canavan Arena at a cost of $65 per person. Sin-up is required beforehand, and can be done at the link listedhere.

Finally, On March 14, Stevens dietitian Alexa McDonald will be stationed in the Schaefer Center lobby from 2-5 p.m. hosting, “A Sports Nutrition Event: Clearing up Carbohydrate Confusion!” McDonald will be available throughout this time period to answer and nutritional questions.

All events are open to everyone in the Stevens community.

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Pearland ISD Celebrates NATM2016

In honor of National Athletic Training Month this March, Pearland Independent School District proudly recognizes the contributions of its six athletic trainers.

These healthcare professionals include Dawson High School’s Chris Shaddock (head), Gretchen Carter and Roderick Williams and Pearland High School’s Matt Thomas (head), Jill Flowers and Monica Jackson.

Throughout March, athletic trainers, or ATs, nationwide will educate athletes, patients, clients and the public about the importance and value of their work.

Collaborating with physicians, ATs work with individuals who are physically active or participate in sports, helping to prevent, treat and rehabilitate musculoskeletal injuries and sports-related illnesses.

Unlike ATs, personal trainers focus solely on fitness and conditioning.

In addition to treating injuries at the high school level, Pearland ISD’s ATs also evaluate injuries at the junior high campuses and schedule therapy in the high school athletic training clinics or with doctors specializing in sports injuries.

“A Safer Approach to Work, Life and Sport” is the 2016 National Athletic Training Month theme, focusing on ATs’ expert care for individuals from the moment of injury, through rehabilitation and to eventual return to physical activity.

Both DHS and PHS will host National Athletic Training Month events:

March 21, 6 p.m.: Free hotdog night and sixth annual hotdog-eating contest during Lady Eagles vs. George Ranch girls’ soccer game at DHS]]>

March 24, 6-8 p.m.: Free snow cone night at PHS Softball and Baseball Complex (Oilers varsity softball vs. Manvel and sub-varsity baseball vs. The Woodlands)]]>

In addition, throughout March, DHS ATs invite any young injured athlete from the Pearland Little League, Pearland Youth Football League, Pearland United or other local youth sports organization to the DHS athletic training clinic for evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation of his or her injury.

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Safety summit highlight of Athletic Training Month

Perhaps it is appropriate that National Athletic Training Month (NATM) coincides with March Madness. Just when a team is on the verge of postseason success, that potential for “One Shining Moment” is seemingly shattered when a key player crashes to the court.

Until the athletic trainer comes to the rescue, that is. Evaluating the player, determining if a return to play is safe, and then devising an appropriate treatment to assure the return, be it in that game or a following contest while the playoff run continues.

Such was the case Saturday night when Griffith High School star Tremell Murphy rolled his right ankle late in the third quarter of the Hammond Civic Center Sectional Championship Game with Hammond High. Three game clock minutes later, though, he was back and radio broadcasters were crediting Griffith athletic trainer Jessica Whalley for Murphy’s return

He would finish with a game-high 22 points in the Panthers’ 65-53 victory.

Winning is great but ultimately, for the athletic trainer, it is all about safety. Thus the NATM slogan for this year is, “A Safer Approach to Work, Life and Sport.”

In keeping with that theme, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) is co-hosting the 7th Annual Youth Sports Safety Summit with the Youth Sports Safety Alliance in Washington, D.C., March 14-15.

The keynote speaker will be Congressman Bill Pascrell, Jr. (D-N.J.) whose address is entitled, “Brain Injuries – A National Discussion Has Emerged.”

According to an NATA press release, “As the co-Chairman and founder of the Congressional Brain Injury Task Force, (Pascrell) has raised the nation’s awareness of the dangers of traumatic brain injury (TBI). TBI was identified as the “signature injury” among soldiers serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, and Bill has worked to make sure that our soldiers are properly screened and diagnosed for concussions.

“After the tragic death of Montclair High School (NJ) football player Ryne Dougherty in 2008, (Pascrell’s) efforts against the dangers of TBI have expanded to help protect young athletes. On Sept. 30, 2010, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed (Pascrell’s) Concussion Treatment and Care Tools (ConTACT) Act. The legislation calls for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to develop guidelines and protocols for the management and treatment of sports-related concussions for the benefit of the nation’s student-athletes.”

Other topics to be covered during the summit are the NFL sports safety initiatives, opiate abuse among teenage athletes, prevention of pediatric overuse injuries, mental health concerns and strategies for student athletes, and the American Academy of Pediatrics’ statement on tackling in youth football.

Look for details of the conference in this space starting two weeks from now.

Congratulations to East Chicago Central athletic trainer Kevin LaBombard, whose team won the East Chicago Sectional during his final game at the John Baratto Athletic Center. At halftime of the Cardinals’ 71-53 win over Lowell, he was recognized for his 10 years of service to the school. LaBombard will be retiring at the end of the school year. What a way to end it.

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Ithaca College Celebrates NATM2016

March is National Athletic Training Month and the Ithaca College Department of Athletics is acknowledging all the members of its athletic training staff on campus throughout the month at home events.

During this month, athletic trainers across the United States will be recognized for their commitment to helping all types of people, not just athletes, with injury prevention and healthy and active lifestyles. There are more than 35,000 members in the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) today, a membership of certified athletic trainers founded in 1950. For more information on the NATA, please visit the following – www.nata.org.

At Ithaca, we have eight certified athletic trainers – six directly within athletics – and three graduate assistants that work with all 27 varsity sports and approximately 900 student-athletes.

The College graduates 18 to 20 students each year from the athletic training program. Current students at IC have the opportunity to work with the student-athletes on campus, as well as clinical sites around the Ithaca area – Ithaca High School, Cornell Athletics and the Cornell and IC physical therapy clinics.

Graduates of Ithaca have held careers with the Baltimore Ravens (NFL), the Buffalo Sabres (NHL) and the Los Angeles Dodgers (MLB) to name a few. The former athletic trainer for the Dodgers, Nancy Patterson, was the first female athletic trainer in Major League Baseball history.

Students in the athletic training program has been running promotions throughout the month of March. Their biggest promotion is the “Thank Your AT” wall in the Hill Center that allows members of the IC community to write a note thanking the certified athletic trainers and students who provide care on campus. People can also pay tribute to the athletic trainers by posting to social media and tagging the new Instagram page @ic_athletictraining, as well as using #NATM2016.

Raffle tickets will also be on sale at most athletic sporting events and outside the athletic training facility in the Hill Center during the day for the remainder of March, as well as “Bomber Nation” water bottles for $5. A single ticket can be purchased for a dollar, or six for $5. Items to be raffled off are a game worn and signed Rudy Gay jersey from the Sacramento Kings, a signed hockey stick by the Carolina Hurricanes and a Nike staff polo from the Baltimore Ravens.

All proceeds from the raffle ticket and water bottle sales will go towards the Ithaca College Athletic Training Student Association Club.

Following home events to purchase tickets and/or water bottles are listed below:

March 5 – Women’s Lacrosse – 1 p.m.
March 6 – Gymnastics – 1 p.m.
March 9 – Men’s Lacrosse – 4 p.m.
March 23 – Women’s Lacrosse – 4 p.m.
March 26 – Men’s Lacrosse – 1 p.m.
March 29 – Baseball – 4 p.m.
March 30 –Women’s and Men’s Lacrosse – 4 & 7 p.m.
March 31 – Softball – 3 p.m.

Here is a list of recent graduates that are currently employed by college or professional teams:

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Dan Adelman, MS, ATC Baltimore Ravens
Mike Becker, ATC New York Yankees (minor league)
Kevin Campbell, ATC Los Angeles Dodgers (minor league)
Bryan Gardner, MS, ATC Buffalo Sabres
Katy Harris, MS, ATC Cornell University
Caleb Crowell, MS, ATC Dartmouth University
Cody Herbert, MS, ATC Colgate University
Taryn Gilrein, MS, ATC University of Indiana
Chris Toone, MS, ATC United States Ski Team/Federation
Kristen Bartiss, MS, ATC Baylor University
Meaghan McMillen, MS, ATC Duke University
Emily Ambrose, MS, ATC Walt Disney World
Steve Bartlinski, MS, ATC Stanford University Football
Chris Hagermann, MS, ATC Davidson University
Peter Youngman, MS, ATC Sacramento Kings
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Western Illinois Celebrates NATM2016

Western Illinois University students, faculty and staff are celebrating National Athletic Training Month. To commemorate the annual event, Macomb Mayor Mike Inman signed a proclamation for the City of Macomb Thursday, March 3.

Western students studying in the athletic training program and faculty from the Department of Kinesiology were on hand for the proclamation signing March 3.

The National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) has designated March as National Athletic Training Month (NATM). According to NATA, National Athletic Training Month is held every year to spread awareness about all that athletic trainers do.

Learn more about NATA at www.nata.org.

For more information, contact Janet Wigglesworth, professor and chair, kinesiology, at (309) 298-1981 or via email at JK-Wigglesworth@wiu.edu.

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West Texas A&M Celebrates NATM2016

March is National Athletic Training Month (NATM) and each year the National Athletic Training Association (NATA) picks an aspect of Athletic Training to emphasize on to help promote the profession. This year’s theme is “A Safer Approach to Work, Life and Sport”.

National Athletic Training Month is held every March in order to spread awareness about all that athletic trainers do. In addition to providing logos, press releases, sample media alerts and PR toolkits; NATA also sponsors several contests for members to participate in. For more information, visit www.nata.org.

NATM’s goal is to continue to reach those individuals and organizations that can help make a difference for athletic trainers when it comes to legislation, employment and public health. West Texas A&M Athletics and West Texas A&M Athletic Training are encouraging the community and fans to help spread the word and use the hashtag #NATM2016 on Twitter or Facebook.

“National Athletic Training Month is very important to the profession in multiple ways,” said WT head athletic trainer Chris Dane “It gives Athletic Trainers and the profession a national platform to bring awareness and knowledge of how important the profession of Athletic Training is for not only those involved in sport but all individuals as well.”

If you do not know some of the key aspects of Athletic Trainers’ jobs and the importance of the profession, read some of the points below, courtesy of the NATA:

Athletic Trainers are Experts

Working to prevent and treat musculoskeletal injuries and sports-related illnesses, athletic trainers offer a continuum of care unparalleled in health care. ATs are part of a team of health care professionals – they practice under the direction of and in collaboration with physicians. ATs work with those individuals who are physically active or involved in sports participation through all stages of life to prevent, treat and rehabilitate injuries and medical conditions. Athletic trainers should not be confused with personal trainers or “trainers” who focus solely on fitness and conditioning. Always refer to an “athletic trainer” or “AT” to ensure clarify of profession and quality of care.

Athletic Trainers Save Lives

Sports injuries can be serious. Brain and spinal cord injuries and conditions such as heat illness can be life threatening if not recognized and properly handled. ATs are there to treat acute injuries on the spot. Athletes have chronic illnesses, too. People with diabetes and asthma can and do safely work and exercise, and the athletic trainer can help manage these critical health issues as they relate to physical exertion.

Not All Athletes Wear Jerseys

The duties of many workers – such as baggage handlers, dancers, soldiers and police officers – require range of motion and strength and stamina, and hold the potential for musculoskeletal injuries. ATs work with individuals in various settings to help with the prevention and treatment.

The Athletic Trainer is the Health Care System for Athletes and Others

Athletic trainers are on site. They work with patients to avoid injuries; they’re there when injuries happen and they provide immediate care; and they rehabilitate patients after injuries or surgery. It’s a continuum of care. They know their patients well because they are at the school, in the theater or on the factory floor every day.

Athletic Trainers Take Responsibility and Lower Risk

School administrators, athletics directors and coaches have their own jobs, which may pose a conflict of interest with athlete safety; they are not experts in managing injuries or sports-related illnesses, nor should they be responsible to do so. Handling injuries at school or at work, rather than sending the patient to the emergency department, saves money and time loss – and gets them back to their activity faster. Just as professional athletes do, recreational athletes should have access to athletic trainers.

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UNLV Celebrates NATM2016

This March is the 16th annual National Athletic Training Month. National Athletic Training Month is a time to celebrate, recognize, and bring awareness to the services that athletic trainers provide. The UNLV Athletic Training Staff is celebrating by stepping into the spotlight, which they steadily avoid, to bring information about the field and department.

Athletic Trainers are unique healthcare professionals who collaborate with physicians to provide optimal care to athletes and patients for sport and life. Athletic Trainers are highly trained in the prevention, examination, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries. Traditionally, Athletic Trainers provided services to university, high school, and professional venues; however, due to the versatility of athletic training education, services have been extended to hospitals, rehabilitation clinics, physicians’ offices, industry, military, and the performing arts settings.

Athletic training education is governed by the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE). In order to become an athletic trainer, students must participate in an CAATE approved education program then sit for the nationally certifying Board of Certification Exam. Once nationally certified, most states require Athletic Trainers to become licensed. Traditionally, athletic training education is a bachelor’s degree with greater than 70% completing a master’s degree, post certification. However, upcoming changes to the educational requirements will mandate all programs become entry-level master’s programs by 2021.

The Athletic Training Department at UNLV consists of five full-time staff members: Assistant Athletic TrainerBernie Chavies, Director of Sports Medicine Dave Tomchek, Assistant Athletic Trainer Rachael Waddle, Assistant Athletic Director of Sports Medicine/Head Athletic Trainer Kyle Wilson, and Assistant Athletic Trainer Geoff Zonn. Additional support comes from eight graduate interns: Courtney Alley, Kylee Bundschuh, Kathleen Duncanson, Tyler Ellwein, Ashley Figaro, Kyle Lessard, Addie Lucci, andSamantha Reynolds, who along with providing care to their athletes are completing graduate school. This 12 person team predominantly operates and provides care out of the Lied Athletic Complex, which houses a rehab room, rehab pool, cold whirlpool, warm whirlpool, and treatment room. Together, they provides exceptional care to the athletes of UNLV. Be on the lookout this month for more information regarding the athletic trainers at UNLV.

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