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03/15/2026

Hamstrings play a major role in speed, power, and injury prevention, but they are often undertrained in certain positions.

Head Sports Performance Coach Ernie Atkins demonstrates the isometrically loaded lying heel dig, an exercise used to build hamstring strength and tissue tolerance in a lengthened position. Isometric loading can help improve stiffness, strength, and neuromuscular control without excessive fatigue.

Add this movement to your training to build stronger, more resilient hamstrings.

03/13/2026

The best outcomes come when professionals from across sports medicine learn from one another and work together. That is what makes The Huddle different. Our conference brings together a range of voices, including rehab specialists, physicians, strength and conditioning coaches, nutritionists, and mental health experts, to share perspectives on athlete care.

Join us May 1–2 at On Jackson in Phoenix for two days covering recovery science, translating research into athlete care, football health and performance, and current concepts in athlete management. Earn up to 16 CEUs while learning alongside leaders across the sports medicine network. Learn more and register at: https://bit.ly/Huddle2026Register

03/11/2026

Mic’d Up Monday with Head Sports Performance Coach Ernie

📸: Featuring bonus footage courtesy of Gunner

03/10/2026

Mic’d Up Monday with

📸: Featuring bonus footage courtesy of .maldonado

03/08/2026

Students interested in a sports medicine rotation? Standing out starts before you apply.

Jenna Salber, PT, DPT, CLT UE, NASM CES, shares a few ways you can strengthen your resume and differentiate yourself when pursuing a sports medicine clinical.

Spending time in the training room with athletic trainers, volunteering at sporting events, and getting involved in coaching are all great ways to gain valuable experience.

If you are considering a sports medicine rotation, start building those experiences now.

03/07/2026

Making every day count 😤

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Great conversations around athlete safety and performance this past weekend.Brian Bettner and Torrey Foster had the oppo...
03/06/2026

Great conversations around athlete safety and performance this past weekend.

Brian Bettner and Torrey Foster had the opportunity to present “Bridging the Gap from Rehab to the Field: ACL Return to Sport Testing in the High School Setting” at the 2026 NHSSCA Arizona State Clinic.

Their session focused on practical, evidence-based strategies for helping high school athletes safely progress from rehabilitation back to sport. From strength and power benchmarks to neuromuscular readiness and movement quality, the discussion emphasized how collaboration between athletic trainers, physical therapists, and strength coaches plays a critical role in protecting athletes while preparing them to perform.

A big thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the conversation.

And a special thank you to Ben Brandau and the NHSSCA for the invitation to be part of such a great event.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to support the coaches and professionals who are shaping the next generation of athletes.

Dance and running put high demands on the body, especially the ankles with repeated jumping, landing, and twisting.Cryst...
03/04/2026

Dance and running put high demands on the body, especially the ankles with repeated jumping, landing, and twisting.

Crystal Stokes, PT, DPT is working with this dancer and cross country athlete to rehab her ankle after injury, focusing on strength, stability, and control so she can return to her sports feeling confident and ready.

Getting it done!! Wrapped up this week on a high note 🤝
02/28/2026

Getting it done!! Wrapped up this week on a high note 🤝

02/26/2026

Ankle mobility is crucial if you want to move better as an athlete. Sprinting, cutting, and staying durable throughout a season all start at the ankle.

Head Sports Performance Coach Ernie shares four drills he uses to improve ankle mobility:

• Half Kneeling Ankle Rocks
• Ankle CARs
• Elevated Eccentric Calf Raises
• Pogos

When the ankle lacks range of motion, stability, or mobility, performance can suffer. Don’t leave your athletic potential on the table; prioritize ankle mobility.

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Getting back on the pitch after ACL surgery takes the right plan and the right team.Christian Verreault, PT, DPT, has be...
02/24/2026

Getting back on the pitch after ACL surgery takes the right plan and the right team.

Christian Verreault, PT, DPT, has been working closely with this soccer athlete through every phase of ACL rehab, rebuilding strength, control, and confidence. Now he is stepping into the final phase of recovery: return to sport testing with Torrey Foster, PT, DPT, OCS, FAFS, CSCS.

At Spooner, our objective testing measures strength, power, stability, agility, and reaction time to ensure the surgical leg is at least 90 percent as strong as the non-surgical side and ready for real game demands.

Our data-driven approach comes from years of experience helping athletes recover safely and return stronger than before, giving them the confidence to step back into the game fully prepared.

Making every day count as we close in on Pro Day.Every rep has intent. Every detail matters. Progress is built in the wo...
02/22/2026

Making every day count as we close in on Pro Day.

Every rep has intent. Every detail matters. Progress is built in the work you put in now.

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