Inside Athletic Training
The Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society 143 episodes Oct 30, 2026
Inside Athletic Training is presented by the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society and explores the lives and careers of athletic trainers in professional, collegiate, and high school sports. The show examines developments in athletic training and sports medicine used to keep athletes performing at their best. It is intended for students, practicing clinicians, and sports enthusiasts who want practical insights and career-path knowledge from experienced athletic trainers.
Episodes
Episode 145: Ken Crenshaw on His New Book, SIMPLE HARD, and Building the Ultimate Team
What separates good teams from elite ones? According to Ken Crenshaw, Director of Sports Medicine and Performance with the Arizona Diamondbacks and longtime PBATS member, it isn’t talent or resources. It’s the fundamentals, done relentlessly well. Ken joins Inside Athletic Training to talk about his new book, Simple Hard, a no-nonsense blueprint for building high-performing teams in any field, and
Episode 144: Scott Takao on Nearly Four Decades Inside One of Baseball’s Most Storied Organizations
Scott Takao has seen just about everything there is to see in professional baseball medicine. As the Medical Administrator for the Chicago White Sox, Scott has spent nearly four decades with one organization, watching the profession evolve, the game change, and generations of players and staff come and go. On this episode, we sit down with Scott to talk about his journey, what nearly 40 years with
The Research Rundown (Ep. 8): Unique Challenges of Hamstring Injuries in Baseball with Joe Rauch and Jeremiah Randall
Hamstring injuries are one of the most persistent challenges in professional baseball — and two of the sport’s top sports medicine minds are breaking down why. In this episode of The Research Rundown, Philadelphia Phillies Assistant Athletic Trainer Joe Rauch and Atlanta Braves Physical Therapist Jeremiah Randall dig into the research behind hamstring injuries in baseball, covering everything from
Episode 142: LJ Petra on Leadership, Culture, and Life as Head Athletic Trainer of the Miami Marlins
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with LJ Petra, Head Athletic Trainer for the Miami Marlins. LJ spent over a decade working his way through professional baseball before stepping into the head role in Miami, where he leads a young staff and is doing the intentional work of shaping a program's culture from the ground up.We talk about his career path, how he thinks about
Episode 141: Joe Myers on Leading Baseball Performance Science with the Tampa Bay Rays
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Joe Myers, Director of Baseball Performance Science for the Tampa Bay Rays and one of the most credentialed minds in the sports science space. Joe spent nearly 15 years as a professor and researcher at UNC before making the jump to professional baseball, and that academic foundation shapes everything about how he approaches performance,
Episode 140: Jeremy Harris on Culture, Mentorship, and His Role with the Cleveland Guardians
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Jeremy Harris, Director of Minor League Medical Services for the Cleveland Guardians. Jeremy talks about what it actually takes to oversee player health across an entire minor league system, how he thinks about building a culture within a large and constantly changing medical staff, and what mentorship has meant to his own career, how h
Episode 139: Ron Porterfield on Three World Series Rings, Building the Rays Program, and a Hall of Fame Career
Few people in professional baseball have seen and done what Ron Porterfield has. Over the course of a career spanning nearly four decades, Ron built one of the most respected sports medicine programs in the game with the Tampa Bay Rays, served as President of PBATS, and has now been part of three World Series championship clubs with the Los Angeles Dodgers.In this episode, Ron takes us through the
The Research Rundown (Ep. 7): Dave Yeager on Individualized Movement, Load Tolerance, and the Evolution of Clinical Practice
In episode 7 of the Research Rundown, Paul Buchheit and Joe Rauch sit down with Dave Yeager to dig into one of the most meaningful evolutions in his clinical practice — the shift from a broad, generalized approach to something far more precise and individualized.Dave calls it going from shotgun to sniper. Over years of working with professional athletes, he has refined the way he thinks about each
Episode 137: The Road to the Show with Bob Tarpey of the Los Angeles Angels
Bob Tarpey spent 20 years building a career in professional baseball's medical world, working his way up through the Blue Jays, Mets, and Angels organizations before finally reaching the Major League level this year. Along the way, he earned Midwest League and Eastern League Athletic Trainer of the Year honors, was named PBATS Minor League Athletic Trainer of the Year, and represented the Wor
The Research Rundown (Ep. 6): The Science Behind Red Light Therapy with Joe Rauch (Phillies) and Jacob Newburn (Rangers)
The Research Rundown continues with Episode 6, where host Joe Rauch (Philadelphia Phillies) sits down with Jacob Newburn (Texas Rangers) to unpack one of the hottest trends on the training room floor: red light therapy. From wearable clothing, and infrared saunas, red and near-infrared light have exploded into the recovery space — but what's actually happening at the cellular level? Drawing o
Episode 135: The 2026 World Cup Through the Eyes of USMNT Athletic Trainer Derek Lawrance
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Derek Lawrance, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the United States Men's National Team. Derek just came off one of the most intense and high-profile assignments any athletic trainer in the country could have — serving on the medical staff for the U.S. squad during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted right here on American soil. From the
Episode 134: Kevin Rand — The Long Game: From a World Series Ring to 20 Years in Detroit
Kevin Rand's career in professional baseball spans over four decades. He started with the New York Yankees organization as a minor league athletic trainer in 1982, spent nearly a decade with the Florida Marlins, and had a brief stop with the Montreal Expos before landing with the Detroit Tigers in 2002, where he'd spend the next 20 years, first as Head Athletic Trainer, then as Senior Di
Episode 133: Mike Reinold on Red Sox Championships, Life After Pro Baseball, and Building a Career Beyond the Dugout
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Mike Reinold, one of the most recognized names in sports medicine and athletic training. Mike spent years as the Head Athletic Trainer for the Boston Red Sox, where he was part of a championship organization and worked with some of the best athletes in the game. Since leaving the dugout, he has built one of the most respected platforms
Episode 132: Strong Heart, Hidden Risk — Sports Cardiology with Joe Rogowski & Dr. Matthew Martinez
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we're joined by Joe Rogowski and Dr. Matthew Martinez to talk about the growing role of sports cardiology in professional athletics and the work Athletic Heart is doing to change how teams approach cardiac screening. Athletic Heart was built to deliver advanced cardiovascular tools and technologies specifically engineered for the demands of sports
Episode 131: Dave Yeager & Jeff Weems on Tackling Youth Arm Health with PitchKount
Youth arm health has become one of the most pressing concerns in baseball, and this episode dives straight into it. We're joined by Dave Yeager, longtime Athletic Trainer for the Milwaukee Brewers, and Jeff Weems, founder of PitchKount, a platform built to help track pitch counts and reduce overuse injuries in young players.Dave and Jeff break down the risks tied to early sports specializatio
Episode 130: Dr. Matthew Ithurburn on Leading the Research Behind Sports Medicine's Next Breakthroughs
Dr. Matthew Ithurburn, Director of Clinical Research at the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) in Birmingham, Alabama, joins us to talk about the research shaping the future of sports medicine. Dr. Ithurburn leads ASMI's clinical research team, working alongside Andrews Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center on outcomes studies, longitudinal research, and surgical and biologic clinical
Episode 129: Dan Martin (St. Louis Cardinals) — The Road to the Show, First Year in the Big Leagues & More
Dan Martin has spent 14 years climbing the St. Louis Cardinals minor league system — from Short Season Rookie ball in Johnson City to Triple-A Memphis. This year, he made the jump to the major league staff in St. Louis.In this episode, Dan reflects on his first season in the big leagues, the journey it took to get there, and what day-to-day life looks like as a major league athletic trainer. He al
The Research Rundown (Ep. 5): Tommy John Roundtable — What the Data Tells Us (Dr. Michael T. Freehill, Dr. Steven B. Cohen, Brian Schulman, Paul Buchheit & Joe Rauch)
The Tommy John epidemic has become one of the most pressing issues in baseball and in this episode of The Research Rundown, we bring together five of the game's leading sports medicine minds to tackle it head on. Dr. Michael T. Freehill, Head Team Physician, and Brian Schulman, Director of Sports Medicine and Performance of the Athletics, join Dr. Steven B. Cohen, Head Team Physician, Paul Bu
Episode 127: Bo Jackson, Michael Jordan, and a World Series Title with White Sox Legend Herm Schneider
He made history as the first assistant athletic trainer in MLB, rehabbed Bo Jackson's hip, got Michael Jordan ready for the diamond, and was on the field when the White Sox won the 2005 World Series. In this episode, Herm Schneider — one of the longest-tenured and most pioneering athletic trainers in MLB history — reflects on 40+ years with the White Sox, the evolution of sports medicine, his
Episode 126: Bryan Housand (Minnesota Twins) on Coordinating Medical Care Across the Minor Leagues
On this episode of the Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Bryan Housand, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the Minnesota Twins organization.Bryan discusses his path through professional baseball, what the role of a Minor League Medical Coordinator looks like behind the scenes, and the challenges of overseeing player health and communication across an entire farm system.We also di
Episode 125: AJ Duffy on the Challenges and Opportunities Facing Athletic Training
In Episode 125 of the Inside Athletic Training Podcast, NATA President AJ Duffy joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of athletic training, leadership within the profession, collaboration across sports medicine organizations, the upcoming NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo in Philadelphia, and the key challenges and opportunities shaping athletic training today.For more informat
Episode 124: Dr. Jeff Konin on Cannabis — Banned, Praised, and Misunderstood in Pro Sports
Cannabis is one of the most debated topics in sports medicine — and one of the least understood. Dr. Jeff Konin, a leading sports medicine and cannabis expert, joins us to cut through the noise on what cannabis actually does to the athlete's body, whether it belongs in performance and recovery protocols, and what athletic trainers need to know to counsel their athletes with confidence.Learn m
The Research Rundown (Ep. 4): Rethinking Workload & Injury Risk with Brad Pearson (Red Sox)
In Episode 4 of The Research Rundown, hosts Paul Buchheit (Head Athletic Trainer, Phillies) and Joe Rauch (Assistant Athletic Trainer, Phillies) are joined by Brad Pearson (VP of Sports Medicine, Red Sox) to break down the relationship between training load and injury risk. Using the paper “Training Load and Injury: Causal Pathways and Future Directions,” the group explores what the research actua
Episode 122: Dr. Cameron Roth & Andrew Rizza on the Evolution of Athletic Training and the Future of Sports Medicine
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Dr. Cameron Roth and Andrew Rizza, co-hosts of the Behind the Sports Medicine Podcast, for a conversation on how they broke into podcasting, the standout guests and moments from their show, the evolution of athletic training, and where the sports medicine profession is headed next.Check out the Behind the Sports Medicine podcast hereMore
Episode 121: Erick Flores on Leading Player Care at the Detroit Tigers International Academy
In this episode, we sit down with Erick Flores, International Medical Coordinator for the Detroit Tigers, to discuss the unique world of international academy baseball and what it takes to manage player health at that level. Erick breaks down the key differences between developmental and competitive baseball, what sports medicine looks like inside an academy program, and how athletic trainers appr
Episode 120: Kim Stein (Gatorade Sports Science Institute) on Sleep, Nutrition, Recovery
On this episode of the Inside Athletic Training podcast, we’re joined by Kim Stein of the Gatorade Sports Science Institut (GSSI) to explore the critical role sleep, nutrition, and recovery play in supporting performance throughout a demanding baseball season.From navigating travel schedules and late-night games to optimizing daily routines, Kim shares practical, evidence-based strategies athletic
Episode 119: Thoracic Outlet Syndrome & Player Health | Dr. Peter Chalmers
In Episode 119 of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Dr. Peter Chalmers, orthopedic surgeon and shoulder and elbow specialist at the University of Utah, to discuss thoracic outlet syndrome and its impact on baseball players.Dr. Chalmers shares insights from his presentation at the Baseball Team Medicine Conference, breaking down the challenges of diagnosing and managing thoracic outlet synd
Episode 118: Blair Bundy - Vice President, Player Health & Performance (Milwaukee Brewers)
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Blair Bundy, Vice President of Player Health and Performance for the Milwaukee Brewers, to discuss his journey in professional baseball and the day-to-day responsibilities of leading player care at the Major League level.Blair shares insights on managing health and performance across a full season, collaborating with multidisciplinary s
The Research Rundown (Ep. #3): Paul Buchheit (Philadelphia Phillies) & Nick Jensen (Milwaukee Brewers)
On this episode of Research Rundown, a series from Inside Athletic Training, Philadelphia Phillies' Paul Buchheit is joined by Nick Jensen of the Milwaukee Brewers to examine how pitch tracking data is being used to identify potential warning signs associated with acute UCL injuries in MLB pitchers.The guys break down how changes in velocity, movement profiles, and pitch characteristics may r
Episode 116: Kevin Pillifant - Chicago White Sox Minor League Medical Coordinator
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Kevin Pillifant, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the Chicago White Sox. In his role, Pillifant helps oversee the coordination of medical care across the organization’s minor league system, working with athletic trainers, performance staff, and medical providers throughout player development. We also explore Pillifant’s unique caree
When Seconds Matter: Emergency Action Planning in Sports with Darryl Conway
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Darryl Conway, MA, AT, ATC, FNAP, Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director and Chief Health & Welfare Officer for the University of Michigan Athletics. A member of the NATA Hall of Fame Class of 2024, Conway has spent decades advancing the athletic training profession through leadership, education, and advocacy.In addition to his
The Research Rundown (Ep. #2): Paul Buchheit (Philadelphia Phillies) & Joe Benge (Tampa Bay Rays)
In this episode of Research Rundown, host Paul Buchheit of the Philadelphia Phillies sits down with Joe Benge of the Tampa Bay Rays for a big-picture conversation on injury prevention and the evolving role of research in baseball.Together, they discuss how data and experience intersect in player care, how research should inform — but not dictate — clinical decision-making, and what current trends
Will Carroll (Under the Knife) Talks Injury Trends & Baseball’s Billion Dollar Bleed
Today we’re joined by Will Carroll, nationally recognized injury expert and author of Under the Knife. Known for translating complex medical data into clear, actionable insight, Will brings a unique perspective on baseball’s evolving injury landscape and what he famously calls the game’s “billion-dollar bleed.”We dive into the financial and competitive impact of injuries across Major League Baseba
Tyler Brooks: Pittsburgh Pirates Major League Assistant Athletic Trainer
On this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Tyler Brooks, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Tyler’s path to the big leagues is anything but typical, from his early career beginnings through impactful international experience in the Dominican Republic, Tyler brings a unique perspective on athletic training in professional baseball.We dive into
Dr. Glenn Fleisig: Director of Biomechanics Research at the American Sports Medicine Institute
In this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Glenn Fleisig, one of the most accomplished and influential scientists in baseball biomechanics and sports medicine. Dr. Fleisig helped develop the American Sports Medicine Institute (ASMI) alongside Dr. James Andrews and has spent nearly four decades advancing research on pitching mechanics, injury prevention, and
Brandon Zumbach: Astros Minor League Medical Coordinator
On this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Brandon Zumbach, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the Houston Astros. Brandon shares insight into overseeing player health and rehabilitation across an entire minor league system, the challenges of delivering consistent care at multiple levels, and how innovation, communication, and collaboration shape modern baseba
The Research Rundown (Ep. #1): Joe Rauch, Paul Buchheit & Corey Tremble
The Research Rundown launches as a new monthly series from the Inside Athletic Training Podcast, focused on translating baseball sports medicine research into practical insight for athletic trainers.In this inaugural episode, hosts Paul Buchheit and Joe Rauch of the Philadelphia Phillies are joined by Corey Tremble of the Miami Marlins to discuss recent research examining the association between h
Dr. Amy Beacom: Minnesota Twins Team Physician
In this episode of the PBATS Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Amy Beacom, Team Physician for the Minnesota Twins. Dr. Beacom discusses her journey into professional baseball, what it’s like working on a daily basis with MLB athletic trainers, and how collaboration, communication, and research guide player care throughout a demanding season. She also shares insight into the off
Dr. Adam Feit: Springfield College (Sports Psychology, Exercise Science, Mental Performance)
This week, we’re joined by Dr. Adam Feit of Springfield College, a leader in high-performance consulting whose work spans sport psychology, strength and conditioning, coaching education, and nutrition. Dr. Feit shares insights on mental performance, working with athletes, and why mental skills are such a critical part of the athletic trainer’s role in high-performance environments.A great conversa
Corey Tremble: Miami Marlins Medical Director
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Corey Tremble, Medical Director for the Miami Marlins. Corey takes us inside his first year leading the Marlins’ athletic training and rehab team, sharing lessons learned, surprises along the way, and how he’s approaching offseason planning. We also dive into leadership, communication, staff development, and what he looks for when hiring
Jim Kahmann: Former Minnesota Twins Head Athletic Trainer & New Author
On today’s episode of the Inside Athletic Training Podcast, we’re joined by Jim Kahmann—former Head Athletic Trainer for the Minnesota Twins, longtime PBATS member, and now author of a new book sharing his journey through athletic training in the minor leagues. Jim spent decades in professional baseball and has a library of stories, lessons, and perspective from his time working in the game. Today
Chelsea Willette: Red Sox Minor League Athletic Training Coordinator
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Chelsea Willette, Minor League Athletic Training Coordinator for the Boston Red Sox. Chelsea opens up about her journey through professional baseball, her leadership role supporting athletic trainers across multiple affiliates, and the evolution of sports medicine within player development. She also discusses mentorship, innovation, and
Lauren Powers: Cincinnati Reds Minor League (High-A Dayton Dragons) Athletic Trainer
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Lauren Powers, athletic trainer for the Dayton Dragons, the High-A affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds. Lauren opens up about her path into athletic training, the day-to-day realities of working in professional baseball, and what it means to be a woman in a historically male-dominated field. From building trust with young players, to bala
Ben Potenziano: Current PGA Tour & Former MLB Athletic Trainer
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Ben Potenziano, former PBATS Executive Board member and longtime MLB athletic trainer with the Giants, Pirates and Marlins, who now serves as an athletic trainer on the PGA Tour. Ben shares insights from his years in professional baseball, the unique demands of transitioning to golf, and what it takes to keep elite athletes performing a
Dr. Michael T. Freehill: Athletics Head Team Physician & Stanford University Baseball Head Team Physician
On episode 101 of the Inside Athletic Training podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Michael T. Freehill—a rare blend of elite athlete and leading sports medicine physician. A former professional pitcher drafted by the California Angels, Dr. Freehill now serves as an Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at Stanford University, specializing in shoulder and elbow care, and is the Head Team Physician fo
Luke Novosel: Pittsburgh Pirates Assistant Athletic Trainer & Physical Therapist
On this episode, we're joined by Luke Novosel, assistant athletic trainer and physical therapist for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Luke is in his first season in Major League Baseball and has built a career grounded in consistency, collaboration, and care for his athletes. We’ll talk about his path to the big leagues, his time spent playing Division 1 baseball at the University of Pittsburgh, what
Kandi Pickard & Colleen Hatcher: The National Down Syndrome Society
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Kandi Pickard and Colleen Hatcher from the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) to talk about their impactful, long-standing partnership with PBATS. Together, NDSS and PBATS have worked to champion inclusion in baseball, sports, and the workplace through joint initiatives like the PLAY Campaign and the Ability Transcends Challenges prog
Neil Rampe: Chicago Cubs Assistant Athletic Trainer
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we’re joined by Neil Rampe, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Chicago Cubs. With over two decades of experience across Major League Baseball, Neil has held key roles with the Diamondbacks, Dodgers, and now the Cubs—bringing a unique blend of expertise in athletic training, manual therapy, performance science, and strength and conditioning. Today, we di
Dr. Christopher Camp: Minnesota Twins Head Team Physician, Medical Director & Director of High Performance
Today’s guest is Dr. Christopher Camp, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with a deep focus on sports medicine and shoulder and elbow surgery. Since 2019, Dr. Camp has served as the Medical Director, Team Physician, and Director of High Performance for the Minnesota Twins, where he works closely with players, athletic trainers, and front office staff to keep athletes healthy and performing at t
Nick Paparesta: Minnesota Twins Head Athletic Trainer
On this episode of the Inside Athletic Training podcast, we’re joined by Nick Paparesta, Head Athletic Trainer for the Minnesota Twins. With more than two decades of experience in professional baseball, Nick shares his journey through the athletic training ranks, from the minor leagues to leading a major league medical staff. We dive into his approach to injury prevention, the evolving demands of
Christian Bermudez: Philadelphia Phillies Assistant Athletic Trainer
In this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Christian Bermudez, Assistant Athletic Trainer for the Philadelphia Phillies. With more than 13 years in professional baseball—including time in the DSL, GCL, Single-A, Double-A, and Triple-A—Christian offers a powerful perspective on the grind, growth, and gratitude that come with a career in athletic training. He shares lessons from h
Nick Jensen (Milwaukee Brewers) & Victor Scarpone (Miami Marlins) Talk Life as First-Year MLB Assistant Athletic Trainers
Welcome to the Inside Athletic Training Podcast, where we explore the world of sports medicine & athletic training and the professionals who keep athletes at their best.Today, we’re joined by Nick Jensen from the Milwaukee Brewers and Victor Scarpone from the Miami Marlins. As first-year MLB assistant athletic trainers, they’ll share what it took to break through to the big leagues and how the
Curtis Pride: Former MLB Outfielder & MLB Ambassador for Inclusion Talks His New Book
Welcome to another episode of Inside Athletic Training—the podcast that brings you the voices, stories, and insights from inside the world of sports medicine and athletic training. Today’s episode is a truly special one. We’re honored to be joined by Curtis Pride—former Major League Baseball outfielder, trailblazer, and an incredible ambassador not only for the game of baseball, but for people wit
Adam Sparks: Miami Marlins Double-A Athletic Trainer
This week on the Inside Athletic Training podcast, we sat down with Adam Sparks, Double-A athletic trainer for the Miami Marlins organization to chat about his new blog series on PBATS.com following his journey through the Minor League Baseball season.Each Tuesday, Adam will publish a recap of his previous week to provide insights and a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an athletic trainer for
Philadelphia Phillies' Paul Buchheit & Joe Rauch Talk Research in Professional Baseball
This week, we're joined by Paul Buchheit and Joe Rauch of the Philadelphia Phillies to discuss research in professional baseball, the importance of athletic trainers being involved in the research process, what they've learned from a few specific studies that they've been a part of, details about the future of research in Major League Baseball sports medicine, and much more. For mor
Ben Fraser: San Diego Padres Assistant Athletic Trainer
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sat down with tPadres' assistant athletic trainer Ben Fraser to talk about his career in baseball, Opening Day in Major League Baseball, the grind of Spring Training, building a successful sports medicine staff, career moves throughout baseball, advice for younger athletic trainers, and much more. For more information about PBATS and
Chris Whitman (St. Louis Cardinals Medical Coordinator) Talks PBATS One-Day Charity
Chris Whitman, Minor League Medical Coordinator for the St. Louis Cardinals, joins the Inside Athletic Training podcast to talk about the PBATS One-Day Charity, which is currently raising money for the V Foundation for Cancer Research.About the One-Day CharityThe PBATS One-Day Charity is an annual charitable fundraiser established by the Minor League Coordinators under the umbrella of PBATS during
Anthony Parise: University of Minnesota Baseball Assistant Athletic Trainer
This week on the Inside Athletic Training podcast, we welcome in Anthony Parise from the University of Minnesota baseball program. Anthony leads athletic training for the Minnesota baseball team and shares his insight into working as a collegiate athletic trainer at a Power Five conference in the Big Ten. Anthony talks in great detail about his career path, traveling across the country for new job
Jeff Wood: University of Tennessee Baseball Associate Director of Sports Medicine
This week on the Inside Athletic Training podcast we welcome in Jeff Wood, legendary athletic trainer from the University of Tennessee baseball program. Jeff talks about being a huge part of the 2024 College World Series championship team, his long career at the University of Tennessee, early days with the Baltimore Orioles, his thoughts on the new-age of athletic training and sports medicine, and
Jarrett Schweim: University of Florida Baseball Senior Athletic Trainer
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Jarrett Schweim, the Senior Athletic Trainer for the University of Florida baseball program. Jarrett shares details about his career path, stories from his decades of experience across multiple universities in the college setting, advice for younger athletic trainers, his excitement for the upcoming college baseball season, his
Chris Matarazzo: Vanderbilt University Baseball Senior Associate Athletic Trainer
This week on Inside Athletic Training, Chris Matarazzo from Vanderbilt University joins the show to talk about his life as the athletic trainer for Vanderbilt's powerhouse baseball program. Chris talks through his accomplished career, what it's like working for a top-tier NCAA Division I baseball program, the grind of college baseball travel, his best advice for younger athletic trainers
Chris McDonald: Detroit Tigers Assistant Athletic Trainer
This week on the Inside Athletic Training podcast, Chris McDonald of the Detroit Tigers joins the show to talk about the upcoming MLB season, preparing for another Spring Training with the Tigers' sports medicine staff, advice for young athletic trainers breaking into the game in 2025, how he got his start in pro baseball, working for his hometown team, and much more.For more information abou
Roger Caplinger: Milwaukee Brewers Medical Consultant & Former VP of Medical Operations, Health and Safety
This week on Inside Athletic Training, longtime Milwaukee Brewers' medical staff leader Roger Caplinger joins the show. Roger has spent his entire career with the Milwaukee Brewers leading to his recent retirement from his position as the club's Vice President of Medical Operations, Health and Safety. Roger shares insight into his successful career in Milwaukee, discusses his path to the
John Ursone: Stanford University Associate Director of Baseball Athletic Training
This week on Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with John Ursone, Stanford University's Associate Director of Baseball Athletic Training. John shares details about athletic training at the college level, working with a big-time college baseball program, his day-to-day routine as an athletic trainer at a prestigious university, how new conference realignment has impacted the job of a colleg
Jamie Reed: Texas Rangers Sr. Director of Medical Operations
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Jamie Reed, Senior Director of Medical Operations and World Series Champion for the Texas Rangers, to discuss the recently released MLB report on pitcher injuries. Jamie provides insight from the athletic trainer's perspective about the key findings in the report, his feelings about youth arm health, chasing velocity, and
Corey Tremble: Miami Marlins Director of Athletic Training & Rehabilitation
On this week's episode, we welcome Corey Tremble back to the show to talk about his new role with the Miami Marlins as Director of Athletic Training and Rehab. We talk to Corey about his year with the Texas Rangers, his efforts to build his new staff in Miami, his philosophies on leadership and professional growth, taking on a huge role with a new club, and much more. To learn more about Core
Dave Yeager: Milwaukee Brewers Special Assistant - High Performance
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Dave Yeager, Chairman of the PBATS internship program and veteran of the Milwaukee Brewers athletic training staff, to talk through the details of the PBATS internship program and what students might expect during MLB and MiLB athletic training internships. A special reminder for students — the internship application process cl
Justin Kemp: Kansas City Royals Minor League Medical Coordinator
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Justin Kemp of the Kansas City Royals. Justin, the Royals' Minor League Medical Coordinator, shares his insight and expertise on the application and interview process within professional baseball athletic training, including tips and tricks for the interview process, how to prepare, and best practices for landing an athlet
Jason Meredith: Milwaukee Brewers Head Strength and Conditioning Specialist
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, Milwaukee Brewers head strength and conditioning specialist Jason Meredith joins the show to talk about the relationship between strength and conditioning staffs and athletic trainers, how the two groups work together throughout a 162 game season, his road to the big leagues, and much more. For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit p
Ken Crenshaw (Arizona Diamondbacks) on Building the Ultimate Sports Medicine & Performance Team
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, legendary athletic trainer Ken Crenshaw — Arizona Diamondbacks Director of Sports Medicine and Performance — joins the show to share his recent presentation from the PBATS Athletic Training Student Symposium, titled "Building the Ultimate Sports Medicine & Performance Team." For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pba
Scott Stansbury (Baltimore Orioles) Talks Upper Extremity Evaluations
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, Scott Stansbury — Baltimore Orioles' Minor League Medical Coordinator — joins the show to share his recent presentation from the PBATS Athletic Training Student Symposium, titled "Upper Extremity Evaluation – Linking the Findings to the Condition." For more information about PBATS and athletic training, visit pbats.com.
Kevin Orloski: Seattle Mariners Assistant Athletic Trainer
This week on Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Kevin Orloski, an assistant athletic trainer with the Seattle Mariners. Kevin shares stories about his early college days as an athletic training student, working his way through the minor leagues, his welcome to the big leagues moments, learning from mentors along the way, and much more. For more information about PBATS and athletic training, v
Tales of the Tape: Phillies Athletic Trainers Publish Research Paper on Grip Strength & Injuries in Baseball
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we continue our Tales of the Tape series hosted by Corey Tremble, Texas Rangers' Director of Minor League Medical Operations. On this episode, Corey sits down with Phillies' Head Athletic Trainer Paul Buchheit and Phillies' Assistant Athletic Trainer Joe Rauch to talk about their recently published research paper titled: Is Th
Mike Sole & Jon Becker: Former New York Yankees Athletic Trainers
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Mike Sole and Jon Becker. Mike and Jon are former Yankees athletic trainers who formed an incredibly special bond outside of the game after meeting as young athletic trainers in the Yankees organization. In May 2022, after both had left the organization for other career paths, Sole grew ill and began suffering from constant fat
Nick Jensen: Milwaukee Brewers Director of Player Health
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sit down with Milwaukee Brewers' Director of Player Health Nick Jensen. Nick talks about his new role with the Brewers, shares insights into the duties and responsibilities of someone in the Director of Player Health position, his role in the MLB combine and draft, and much more. For more information about PBATS and athletic training
Tony Leo: Pittsburgh Pirates Assistant Athletic Trainer
On this week's episode of Inside Athletic Training, we sat down with Tony Leo of the Pittsburgh Pirates to discuss his role as an assistant athletic trainer with the club. Tony shares information and insights about his early days with the Minnesota Twins, a stint with the Oakland Athletics, details about the day-to-day life as an athletic trainer, and much more. For more information about PBA
Eli Hallak: Director of Health Services & Sports Medicine at St. Francis High School (CA)
On this episode of Inside Athletic Training, we welcome in Eli Hallak, the Director of Health Services & Sports Medicine at St. Francis High School located in La Canada, California, and the host of the Wrap It Up Sports Medicine podcast. Eli shares details about his decades of experience in sports medicine, talks about the growth of the athletic training profession, shares what it's like
Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic - Ep. #3
Welcome to the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society's "Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic," series hosted by Texas Rangers' Medical Consultant Corey Tremble. In this new series, we'll dive deep into major issues with youth arm health and sports specialization across America with some of the top minds in baseball sports medicine. On episode #3, we s
Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic - Ep. #2
Welcome to the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society's "Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic," series hosted by Texas Rangers' Medical Consultant Corey Tremble. In this new series, we'll dive deep into major issues with youth arm health and sports specialization across America with some of the top minds in baseball sports medicine. On episode #2, we s
Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic - Ep. #1
Welcome to the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society's "Tales of the Tape: The Youth Arm Health Epidemic," series hosted by Texas Rangers' Medical Consultant Corey Tremble. In this new series, we'll dive deep into major issues with youth arm health and sports specialization across America with some of the top minds in baseball sports medicine. On episode #1, we s
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