NATA Now

October 22, 2026 by Beth Sitzler

From Education to Practice: Town Hall Summary

On Oct. 15, the athletic training profession hosted a conversation titled “From Education to Practice: An Athletic Training Town Hall,” a 60-minute interactive conversation on the move from school or residency into a first professional role. The town hall discussed how new athletic trainers enter practice with strong knowledge, and what they most need is confidence – built through progressive autonomy, intentional onboarding and mentorship.

September 18, 2023 by Beth Sitzler

Participate in the NATAPAC Sweepstakes

From now through Sept. 30, NATA members have the opportunity to support the NATA Political Action Committee and potentially win one of three prizes through the NATAPAC Sweepstakes.

Introduced in 2021, the NATAPAC Sweepstakes has become an annual fundraiser, providing another way members can contribute to the advancement of the profession.   

September 15, 2023 by NATA Staff

Hope for the Underserved

In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month Sept. 15-Oct. 15, the NATA Now blog is highlighting some of our athletic training leaders at the state, district and national levels.


Brandon Garcia, LAT, ROT, has had an interest in athletic training since his sophomore year of high school.

September 14, 2023 by Beth Sitzler

CEC Holds Student Meet and Greet

Students and athletic training programs, you’re invited to attend the NATA Connection and Engagement Committee Student Meet and Greet at 7 p.m. CDT Sept. 27.

August 1, 2023 by Lydia Hicks

NATA 2023 On-Demand Now Available

NATA 2023 On-Demand is available to both in-person attendees and on-demand registrants Aug. 1-Oct. 31.

For on-demand-only registrants, NATA 2023 On-Demand offers up to 20 CEUs. Registrants must view sessions in their entirety and complete the session assessments at the end to earn CEUs.

July 24, 2023 by Lydia Hicks

Tips for a Healthy School Year

Back-to-school season is right around the corner! As students approach their studies and sports return, athletic trainers also need to get equipped to serve their athletes’ health care needs.