In this episode of the PSATS podcast, we discuss the critical topic of cardiac emergency response in sports. We start with a recent incident during an NWSL soccer match where Angel City's medical staff successfully responded to a player's cardi...

In this episode, we explore the shift in football performance analysis away from traditional running metrics as key performance indicators. Drawing from the article “Time to Drop Running as a KPI in Football” by Mandorino et al., we discuss how...

Welcome to the PSATS Podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to have Brett Holmertz join us. Brett is the Athletic Trainer and Strength & Conditioning Coach for the FC Cincinnati Academy, where he plays a crucial role in developing young ...

Ever wondered if hamstring mapping can really predict RTP? Or if your athletes are truly ready for high-speed sprints post-injury? Join us as we break down two fascinating research articles, debating the pros and cons, sharing our own clinical ...

Dive deep into the world of athletic training with our latest episode! We're recapping our recent symposium, from the buzz of a sold-out crowd and cutting-edge vendor show to the crucial discussions on ACL injury assessments, along with rema...

In this two part episode, we dive deep into the world of elite athlete care. Our guests, a team of highly skilled professionals, share their personal journeys, the intricacies of their collaborative approach, and the challenges and triumphs ...

In this two part episode, we dive deep into the world of elite athlete care. Our guests, a team of highly skilled professionals, share their personal journeys, the intricacies of their collaborative approach, and the challenges and triumphs ...

In this episode, we sit down with Kenta, last year’s recipient of the PSATS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholarship. This prestigious award provided him the opportunity to attend the MLS Medical Symposium in December 2023....

On this episode of the PSATS Podcast, our special guest Mauricio Elizondo, the Director of Sports Medicine at Austin FC. With an impressive career spanning nearly 14 years in Major League Baseball with the Boston Red Sox, LA Dodgers, and Toront...

In this episode of “Going Global,” we spotlight two PSAT members, Sergio Martin Acuna and Andres Calleja Blanco. Join us as we delve into their inspiring journeys and explore how they have made a significant impact with their respected teams...

In this episode, the group tackles a controversial topic; heat vs ice and give their recommendations and personal opinions around the two therapy strategies. The complex nature of injury recovery and training have various approaches but the ...

In this episode, the group sits down with the “God Father” of MLS athletic trainers. Brian Goodstein or better known as “Goody”. Goody is one of the founding members of PSATS and the longest standing tenure with one club, D.C. United, 20 yea...

In this episode of the PSATS Podcast, the group sits down with Kelly Turney. We recorded this episode in 2023, though we are publishing this episode now. There are some great take-aways from this interview. Kelly shares with us her journey f...

In this episode, the group discusses the use of the Control-Chaos Continuum (CCC). Today, the group focuses on the work of Matt Taberner and colleagues in the application of the CCC for return to performance/sport. We talk about how we utili...

In this episode, the group interviews the newly elected PSATS president; Ron Shinault.  Ron is starting his second stint as PSATS president and the group gets to know how Ron started his journey in Athletic Training to his current role ...

Episode 9: In this Special Edition Episode, Mitch Toda was able to sit down with the US Soccer Men’s National Team Sports Medicine staff during their January camp. Mitch was able to get insight to what it takes to be a part of a medical staf...

The group gets back together to start off 2024 with a recap episode. We discuss the offseason, MLS Medical Symposium, PSATS education workshop with a very special guest, and a quick rundown of what goes into a MLS Preseason. 

In this episode of the PSATS podcast the group tackles their first journal article review, the British Athletics Muscle Injury Classification (BAMIC). The group shares their insights to using BAMIC, some of its challenges and obstacles. We d...

In the 6th episode of the PSATS podcast the group recaps its interview with Theron Enns. The group shares their takeaways from the interview, how Theron builds his team in Salt Lake to his humble beginnings as an ATC in MLS.  Also, the ...

For our second guest interview on the PSATS podcast, the group interviews current PSATS Treasurer Theron Enns. Follow along as we get to know Theron and his role as Senior Director of Athlete Health and Performance at Real Salt Lake. Discove...

The recap show; the group shares their takeaways from the interview with Sean Kupiec. Eric shares a small insight to a memorable experience he was a part of with a player who returned to the field after a lengthy rehabilitation process. ...

In part 2, we continue our conversation with PSATS President Sean Kupiec, getting to know what it takes to be President of PSATS and the challenges of the position. Secondly, we hear Sean’s most memorable achievements throughout his professiona...

For our first guest interview on the PSATS podcast, the group interviews current PSATS president Sean Kupiec. Discover how Sean’s journey from undergraduate studies have led him to hold the position of Head Athletic Trainer at Los Angeles Footb...

Join us for our inaugural podcast brought to you by the PSATS Education Committee. Hosts Paul Lombardo, Eric Schwartz and Mitch Toda talk about all things Athletic Training in and out of the soccer world. In the inaugural episode the group intr...

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