Collins Sports Medicine

09/10/2025

Love to see this! Shippensburg University recently hosted an emergency training clinic for sports medicine professionals. When every second counts, this training can save lives.



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The Shippensburg University Sports Medicine department hosted a clinic on Friday, August 8 at Seth Grove Stadium in which regional professionals from several schools received training and guidance for emergency preparedness.

09/05/2025

Hands-on learning at its best! Two students at Shippensburg Area Senior High are stepping up to assist the school’s AT—serving as a direct extension and learning valuable skills they’ll bring with them into the future. Love to see it!

Discover how two Shippensburg Area Senior High School students are building crucial skills for their futures.

09/03/2025

Since the NCAA began requiring sickle-cell testing in 2010 athlete deaths have declined. A new study shows that more can be done to improve player safety. Education, emergency plans & guidelines for safer training could make a huge difference.

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New report recommends improved education and genetic counseling alongside NCAA’s mandated screening

08/27/2025

Beat the summer heat! Fort Bend ISD AT Alyce Kessler shares how the district manages summer practices—monitoring conditions, limiting workouts, and enforcing hydration & rest periods to help prevent heat illness.



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With the summer months just around the corner, Houstonians are gearing up for sweltering humidity, extreme UV indexes and triple-digit temperatures. In the presence of the infamous Texas heat, maintaining proper hydration is vital to keeping Houston’s high school athletes safe.

08/22/2025

Love to see this! 👏 Nazareth University recently hosted the Empire 8 Emergency Preparedness & Fundamentals Workshop, where 44 athletic trainers & sports medicine professionals trained in core emergency response skills.



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The Empire 8 Conference, Nazareth University and Sports Medicine Concepts hosted the 2025 Empire 8 Emergency Preparedness and Fundamentals Workshop from the Golisano Training Center on Tuesday, August 5.

08/20/2025

After a cardiac emergency last year, Hollidaysburg School District is evolving its EAP—offering more CPR training for coaches, staff & students and expanding AED access. Being prepared is key when every second counts.



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HOLLIDAYSBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Football teams across Pennsylvania are gearing up for the upcoming season, and athletic trainers have prepared new plans to prevent catastrophic injuries from occurring.…

08/15/2025

Jeff Wiseman, ATC with Riverside Sports Medicine, sprang into action when an athlete collapsed during football practice. Activating the school’s EAP, he helped save a life—a powerful reminder of why athletic trainers are essential for athlete safety. 🙌

Learn how a Riverside athletic trainer’s quick action and teamwork helped save a high school athlete’s life during summer football conditioning.

08/13/2025

Safety first for every athlete! 👏 Shoutout to our friends at Lakeshore Foundation for supporting groundbreaking research on a concussion tool for athletes with disabilities—helping make sports safer, more inclusive, and built for every competitor. 🏅

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08/08/2025

Heartbreaking loss of a 16 year old Tennessee football player. He collapsed at practice from heat stroke, which led to organ failure. A tragic reminder of the dangers of extreme heat and the importance of hydration and proper fueling. Rest in peace, Joshua. 💔

A high school football player has died after suffering complications from a heatstroke, according to his family.

08/06/2025

Not all heroes wear capes. Some carry Collins Premier tape and bandages. 💪 Huge shoutout to all the ATs—the unsung heroes behind every athlete’s safety and success. We see you. We appreciate you.

Athletic trainers play a critical role in the health and safety of athletes, providing both preventive and reactive care, and serving as a trusted resource for coaches and players.

08/01/2025

Hydration is key! 💧 Athletic trainers stress the importance of staying hydrated all day—your body needs fuel before, during & after activity. To our high school ATs: Gatorade packages are a great way to keep your athletes fueled and ready to perform!

Medical experts give some advice on staying hydrated for athletes doing summer training or anyone who finds themselves outside for long periods of time during the summer months.

07/30/2025

UConn’s Institute for Sports Medicine hosted an EAP workshop with hands-on simulations for athletic trainers. Education and training are key to being ready when it matters most. Love to see it! 💪

UConn’s Institute for Sports Medicine (ISM) recently hosted a workshop for athletic trainers from across Connecticut to address updated guidance on Emergenc ...