The National Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame honors the very best of our profession. This recognition represents the highest professional distinction and a culminating achievement in an athletic trainer’s career.
Induction into the NATA Hall of Fame honors those who exemplify exceptional leadership and professional accomplishments at district, national and international levels. Honorees have demonstrated sustained, extraordinary contributions that have significantly advanced and strengthened the profession of athletic training.
More than 350 athletic trainers have been inducted into the Hall of Fame..
Eligibility
- NATA member in good standing
- Minimum 30 years BOC certification -or- Retired Certified (initial certification at least 30 years prior to award year)
- Minimum 30 years membership in NATA
- No other award, NATA or otherwise, required for eligibility
- Eligible for nomination up to five (5) times (not required to be consecutive years)
Nominations are open from August 1 through September 15, annually.
2026 Hall of Fame Inductees
- Mike Carroll, MEd, LAT, ATC
- Robert Casmus, MS, LAT, ATC
- Neil Curtis, EdD, LAT, ATC
- Michael Higgins, PhD, ATC, PT, CSCS
- Thomas W. Kaminski, PhD, ATC, FNATA
- Linda Fabrizio Mazzoli, MS, LAT, ATC, PTA
- Jack Ransone, PhD, ATC
