May 13, 2025 by Lydia Hicks

NATA Hall of Fame 2025: Origin

The NATA Hall of Fame is the pinnacle of member recognition, celebrating athletic trainers who have fostered the profession and exemplified what it means to live a life of service. More than a ring and an iconic green jacket, the NATA Hall of Fame honors those who have dedicated countless hours sharpening their skills, mentoring the next generation of ATs and leaving a lasting impact on the athletic training profession.

May 1, 2025 by Lydia Hicks

For the Profession and Community

In honor of Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month in May, NATA Now is highlighting some of our Asian American and Pacific Islander leaders at the state, district and national levels.

 

While getting treatment for her college sports injury, Zeny Eakins, ATC, CAA, developed an undying passion for athletic training.

March 13, 2025 by Beth Sitzler

Award Honors Chuck Kimmel’s Legacy

By the NATA Student Leadership Committee Nominations Subcommittee

Chuck Kimmel’s contributions as an educator and NATA president have left a profound impact on the athletic training profession.

Through his leadership, he inspired countless students, advocating for their growth and development while promoting the importance of the profession across the nation.

December 19, 2024 by Lydia Hicks

New Awards Honor EDAC’s Pioneers

In 2024, the NATA Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee announced the creation of four national awards, in addition to its existing Bill Chisolm Professional Service Award for athletic trainers who are NATA members nominated in good standing and non-NATA members. Candidates aren’t required to be a member of an underrepresented ethnically diverse population.

September 9, 2024 by NATA Staff

Recognizing Excellence: NATA's Honors, Awards Program

By Katie Scott, MS, ATC, CAE

 

Every year, NATA celebrates the contributions and achievements of our members through the Honors and Awards Program. These prestigious accolades recognize ATs who have shown extraordinary commitment to the profession and association as well as their peers and communities.

June 6, 2024 by Beth Sitzler

Five NATA Foundation Events at Convention

The 75th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, June 25-28 in New Orleans, is approaching – but there’s still time to register. As we get ready for convention, NATA Now is looking back at convention history as well as what to know about NATA 2024.

June 4, 2024 by Lydia Hicks

NATA Hall of Fame 2024: Looking to the Future

The NATA Hall of Fame is the apex of member recognition, celebrating a select group of athletic trainers who have advanced the profession and exemplified what it means to live a life of service.

May 31, 2024 by Kristin Carroll

NATA Hall of Fame 2024: Advice for Young ATs

The NATA Hall of Fame is the apex of member recognition, celebrating a select group of athletic trainers who have advanced the profession and exemplified what it means to live a life of service.

May 28, 2024 by Lydia Hicks

NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Advice Received

The NATA Hall of Fame is the apex of member recognition, celebrating a select group of athletic trainers who have advanced the profession and exemplified what it means to live a life of service.

May 21, 2024 by Lydia Hicks

NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Mentors

The NATA Hall of Fame is the apex of member recognition, celebrating a select group of athletic trainers who have advanced the profession and exemplified what it means to live a life of service.