Documented Progress (2024–2025) Vision 2030 was built in response to real, measurable problems in our profession: compensation, retention, respect, and career pathways. In 2025, we focused on changing those conditions, not just talking about them.As we close out 2025, here is an update on what we accomplished together so far.

Unchallengeable autonomous medical authority remains elusive… Guideline 1B in the NCAA’s 2025 Sports Medicine Handbook reads in part, “(S)chools must establish an administrative structure that provides independent medical care and affirms the unchallengeable autonomous authority of primary athletics health care providers (team physicians and athletic trainers) to determine medical management…

The 2025 Athletic Training Compensation Survey is your chance to shape the future of the athletic training profession.

When most people prepare for an interview, they focus on how they will answer questions. But here is the thing: your questions matter just as much as your answers. Asking thoughtful, well-timed questions shows you are engaged, curious, and serious about finding the right fit. It tells the employer you…

You’ve heard about it, and maybe even started experimenting–but how does foam rolling improve your mobility and reduce soreness? Foam rolling, or self-myofascial release, works on a physiological level by targeting the connective tissues and muscles to improve mobility, reduce tension, and alleviate soreness.  1. Myofascial Release The fascia is…

The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders

So, remember Vision 2030?  It was a massive document that discussed a bunch of problems and made a ton of promises about how we are going to help fix them. Well–Here is the first promise kept! The 2024 Athletic Trainer Compensation Survey White Paper is here!  So…

The pre-event medical meeting is an essential component of ensuring safety and preparedness for any athletic event. This gathering, often referred to as a medical time-out, involves key stakeholders

What is an Athletic Trainer’s Role Post-Game? The game’s over, but an athletic trainer’s work is just beginning. Post-game recovery and rehabilitation are crucial to keeping your child healthy and ready for the next game. So, what is an athletic trainer’s scope of practice post-game? Athletic trainers help…

Why is Football Practice at 6am or 7pm? If you’ve ever asked, “Why are we practicing before the sun’s even up? Or Why are we practicing so late?”—the answer is simple: safety. More specifically, heat safety. Early morning practices or practices later in the evening are one of the…

Heat Index vs WBGT: Why Traditional Temperature Readings Are Not Enough Why It Matters Every year, student-athletes suffer heat-related illnesses — some even fatal. Traditional temperature readings (like the heat index) don’t tell the full story.To protect athletes, we must measure true environmental stress on the body. What Is the…

Meet the Learners of CAATE Accredited Residency Programs The CAATE is excited to highlight the talented individuals advancing through our residency & fellowship programs. This initiative is designed to showcase their achievements, aspirations, and contributions to the field. Each spotlight will give you an inside look at their personal journeys—where…