NATAPAC Keynote Highlights Impactful Leadership
In the Chuck Kimmel Memorial NATAPAC Luncheon keynote address, Mark Coberley, MS LAT, ATC, NATA Hall of Fame member and past District Five director, offered reflections on leadership, advocacy and the power of consistent, intentional action.
Speaking to a room of emerging and established leaders, he delivered a compelling message built not on personal accolades, but on decades of observation and lived experience.
Inside the Professional Football Setting
Introduced in the April NATA News, this NATA Now article series provides insight into the different athletic training settings as well as information athletic training students and interested ATs need to know. The series also provides tips from members on how to succeed in each setting.
For 15 years, Seattle Seahawks head athletic trainer David Stricklin, MS, LAT, ATC, has provided care to professional football athletes.
Inside the Professional Soccer Setting
Introduced in the April NATA News, this NATA Now article series provides insight into the different athletic training settings as well as information athletic training students and interested ATs need to know. The series also provides tips from members on how to succeed in each setting.
Kurt Andrews, MAT, LAT, ATC, director of sport medicine for Major League Soccer for Sporting Kansas City, said he always knew he wanted to work in professional soccer.
Five Ways To Form Relationships at Convention
The 75th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, June 25-28 in New Orleans, is approaching – and registration is open. As we get ready for convention, NATA Now is looking back at convention history as well as what to know about NATA 2024.
One of the best parts of convention is the connections ATs can make while there. Building new relationships and connecting with old friends is a key part of the convention experience. While in New Orleans (and even before), ATs have plenty of opportunities to connect.
Given to Education and Research
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.
Naoko Giblin, PhD, LAT, ATC, came into the athletic training profession with a desire to serve people.
“I wanted to become an athletic trainer because I wanted to contribute to other people’s success, especially in sports,” Giblin said.
NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Memorable Moments
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.
More than a jacket, plaque and accolades, the NATA Hall of Fame is an honor bestowed on those who have dedicated countless hours honing their skills, mentoring the next generation of ATs and leaving a lasting legacy in the athletic training profession.
Inside the Higher Education Setting
Introduced in the April NATA News, this NATA Now article series provides insight into the different athletic training settings as well as information athletic training students and interested ATs need to know. The series also provides tips from members on how to succeed in each setting.
Michelle Odai, PhD, LAT, ATC, clinical associate professor and chair of the Department of Athletic Training at Florida International University, has been in the higher education setting for 23 years.
Inside the Per Diem Setting
Introduced in the April NATA News, this NATA Now article series provides insight into the different athletic training settings as well as information athletic training students and interested ATs need to know. The series also provides tips from members on how to succeed in each setting.
Five Ways To Advocate at Convention
The 75th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo, June 25-28 in New Orleans, is approaching – and registration is now open. As we get ready for convention, NATA Now is looking back at convention history as well as what to know about NATA 2024.
The Power of Networking
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.
Athletic Trainers' Association of Florida President Pradeep Vanguri, PhD, LAT, ATC, was not only attracted to the networking that athletic training provides but has also contributed to it.
NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024: Volunteering
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.
More than a jacket, plaque and accolades, the NATA Hall of Fame is an honor bestowed on those who have dedicated countless hours honing their skills, mentoring the next generation of ATs and leaving a lasting legacy in the athletic training profession.