NATA has established a partnership with Sidelined USA, a nonprofit organization that supports athletes who have been permanently sidelined due to career-ending injury, health condition, or repeat concussion and inspires them to find a meaningful way forward. Sidelined USA supports these athletes with resources, connection and mentorship opportunities. NATA members who want to become involved can volunteer as mentors and ambassadors. READ MORE

If you are planning to submit a nomination for NATA Honors and Awards this is the last week to do so. The nomination deadline is Sept. 15. Also, take note of an additional requirement this year. Nominators are now required to provide a statement on their candidate’s impact on the profession and suitability for an award. All application and support materials are due Oct. 1. READ MORE

Registration is now open for NATA's Athletic Training Educator's Conference (ATEC), the premier conference for educators, program directors, preceptors and clinical coordinators. ATEC will offer six plenary and 10 breakout sessions. Other highlights include a welcome reception, peer-to-peer discussions, poster presentations, a model practice showcase featuring quick presentations and the Distinguished Athletic Training Educator Luncheon. ATEC will be held Feb. 15-17 at the Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center in Grapevine, Texas. READ MORE

In today’s litigious society, it is more important than ever to have thorough records of services provided. Comprehensive documentation in every workplace setting helps reduce risk to the athletic trainer, the employer and the profession as a whole. Standardization of contemporary documentation practices is essential for today’s practicing AT, and compliance to the accepted standards should be viewed as the gold standard. Learn about the Best Practice Guidelines for Athletic Training Documentation. READ MORE