13/02/2026
A Pioneer. A Mentor. A Pillar of Athletic Training.
Dr. Marsha Grant-Ford helped shape the profession long before representation in athletic training leadership was common.
As the first certified Black female athletic trainer in the nation, her impact extends far beyond titles, influencing generations of clinicians through mentorship, leadership, and advocacy.
Her legacy reminds us that progress is built by those willing to lead when pathways do not yet exist.
This Black History Month, NYSATA proudly honors Dr. Grant-Ford’s enduring contributions to athletic training and the countless professionals inspired by her example.
Because leadership leaves a legacy.
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