On Sunday, March 6th, Hawaii athletic trainers volunteered at the Hawaii Pacific Health Women’s 10K run. Athletic trainers passed out water, encouraged runners, and had a great time at the event. We look forward to volunteering our time next year! Courtesy of HATA PR committee
Assemblymember Ian C. Calderon (D-Whittier), Chair of the Arts, Entertainment, Sports, Tourism and Internet Media Committee, hosted a screening of the film “Concussion”, March 1 in Sacramento at the historic Guild Theater, to raise awareness about the rise of traumatic brain injuries and discuss best practices for concussion prevention for athletes. State Senators, Assemblymembers and their staff, as well as members of the community were invited to the screening, which…
The FWATA Honors and Awards Committee is proud to announce the 2016 Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer Beth Ann Young, ATC. Education: University of Hawaii-Manoa, Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition/Dietetics University of Hawaii-Manoa, Bachelor of Arts in Zoology (Sports Medicine and Pre-medicine) Career: Punahou School, Assistant Athletic Trainer/Substitute Teacher 1991-present; University of Hawaii-Manoa, Athletic Trainer Intern, 2013-present; Lanakila Elementary School, Part Time Teacher 2002-2012 & 2000-2001 Awards: FWATA State Service Award…
FWATA Honors and Awards Committee is proud to announce the 2016 Honors and Awards winners. Glenn Beachy, MS, ATC Education: Indiana State University (MS); University of Hawaii-Manoa & Brigham Young University – Hawaii (post grad); Indiana State University (BS) Career: Punahou School, Physical Education Teacher-1987-2000 & Head Athletic Trainer-1987-present; Kamehameha Schools, Head Athletic Trainer/Assistant Athletic Trainer/Physical Education Teacher-1973-1987; Indiana State University, Graduate Assistant-1972-1973; Punahou School, Head Athletic Trainer-1968-1971 Volunteer Service:…
“AT Moms Find Support With Facebook Group,” featured in the February NATA News shared how Sara Whiteside, MS, ATC, and Christy Carlson, MAED, ATC, used the social media platform to connect athletic trainers who are also mothers around the country. Since its formation, Athletic Training Moms: We do it all! has grown to 325 members. A portion of those members shared words of wisdom on the importance of work-life balance.…
The CATA wrapped up our 6th annual Leader Development Conference and Clinical Symposium on Sunday Feb. 21st. The meeting was held at the Doubletree Hotel in Sacramento, CA. 241 attendees registered for the clinical symposium and were able to get up to 19 CEUs. Among those 19 CEUs, the CATA was able to offer 5 of those as EBP CEUs! One highlight of the meeting was the unveiling of the…
The FWATA Public Relations Committee is pleased to announce the winter quarter winner of the Excellence in Athletic Training Award. Each quarter, the Excellence in Athletic Training Award celebrates District 8 athletic trainers or athletic training student members who display an exceptional commitment to mentoring, professional development or enhancing the quality of health care. This quarter’s winner is Jill Wosmek, MA, ATC. Jill has been the Head Athletic Trainer for the USA National Women’s…
“Do you feel as if you are in the belly of the beast?” Stone Philips asked as the first question he posed to Dr. Bennet Omalu in San Francisco, just days before the Superbowl. If you are wondering why those names sound familiar, they should. Stone Philips is a television reporter and correspondent and former co-anchor to Dateline NBC. Dr. Bennet Omalu is now a more recognized name because of…
The FWATA Public Relations Committee Social Media team is highlighting members of District 8 each month. This month we highlight Hawaii State Representative; Louise Inafuku District 8 Monthly Member Highlight: Louise Inafuku MS, ATC, RD Current Position: Athletic Trainer, Iolani School Current FWATA Title: Hawaii State Representative What first made you choose athletic training? What inspired you to become an athletic trainer? I have been an athlete my whole life…
The FWATA Public Relations Committee Social Media team is highlighting members of District 8 each month. This month we are highlight District 8 Secretary; Lyn Nakagawa. District 8 Monthly Member Highlight: Lyn Nakagawa MS, ATC, CSCS Current Position: Athletic Trainer, University of Hawaii at Manoa Current FWATA Title: Secretary What first made you choose athletic training? What inspired you to become an athletic trainer? Like many athletic trainers, I was introduced…
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