I normally don't post on this horrible forum, but when I do, I will use memes from now on in response. Tonight, I will start with this...anyone who has NEVER been in this profession, in this situation, or educated to clear the scene....
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Karen Fennell retweeted
Many thanks for the warm welcome from Congressional staffer, Freya, in @RepRickCrawford’s office!
@NATA1950 ♥️s pawlitics!
Karen Fennell retweeted
Walking the halls of Congress advocating for the athletic trainers who work alongside our nation’s warfighters. Our service members deserve the absolute best care—& tactical ATs are force multipliers who help keep them healthy, resilient, and mission ready. 🇺🇸 @NATA1950
Karen Fennell retweeted
The 2026 NATAPAC Sweepstakes is here! From Sept. 9–30, you have another chance to make an impact and win one of this year’s prizes!
For more information go to: ow.ly/RUf550ZM1GK
@GO_NYSATA @gopatsAT @ATSNJ @godelata @emrichatc
Karen Fennell retweeted
This Pride Month, we celebrate Lindsy McLean's remarkable career and the resilience it took to succeed in a world where authenticity wasn’t always possible.
BE TRUE airs tonight at 8pm ET on NFL Network
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What does it take to create a safe path to compete for athletes?
Hear more from @CoachUrbanMeyer, Dr. @CarlyDayMD, and Dr. Kevin McCarty on the critical partnership between coaches and team physicians during their visit to Capitol Hill this week.
Karen Fennell retweeted
Replying to @NATA1950
Let’s sell this event out! The PAC is working for all ATs despite being underfunded compared to other HCP PACs Chuck who I knew &served w/in @SEATA9 knew @NATA1950 needed a PAC for AT He left a legacy in this &was a visionary leader @KYATSociety @GCATACincy @DrKonin @mnhopper1s
Karen Fennell retweeted
We are excited to be joining other healthcare professionals for the Healthcare is Human Rally on Capitol Hill, advocating for solutions to some of the biggest problems facing the healthcare workforce. Many thanks to @wearfigs for leading the charge today! @NATA1950 #ATsSaveLives
Karen Fennell retweeted
Today on Capitol Hill, NATA hosted a briefing for congressional staff on the vital role ATs play in supporting the armed forces. Many thanks to CDR Bernstein, CAPT Hammond, Col. McGuire, Mike Hooper, Amos Mansfield, Jason Robey & Andy Carter for making it a BIG success! @NATA1950
Karen Fennell retweeted
MOPS & MOES is the best! We appreciate their support of @NATA1950 advocacy efforts.
Great seeing the support for Athletic Trainers at the H2F Conference!
NATA was proud to be represented by President AJ Duffy and Director of Government Affairs Deanna Kuykendall as we continue advocating for and elevating the profession of Athletic Training within military and tactical settings. @mynatabeat
Special shoutout to MOPS & MOES! We loved getting the chance to connect with you all and showcase the impact Athletic Trainers make every day.
#AthleticTraining #H2F #MilitaryMedicine #TacticalAthlete #NATA
Karen Fennell retweeted
What a greAT day with these fantastic ATs at the H2F Symposium! @NATA1950 #ATadvocacy
No more manually entering eligible NATA CE activities into your BOC profile. 👏
Through Sync-CE, NATA EducATe and eligible CE activities will now automatically transfer into the BOC reporting system, helping simplify the certification experience for ATs.
Learn more: nata.org/sync-ce
NATA Statement
The National Athletic Trainers’ Association is aware of the situation involving athletic training services at a secondary school sporting event. While we do not have visibility into all details, situations like this highlight an ongoing challenge in secondary school athletics: ensuring student-athletes are supported by consistent, well-structured health care systems.
Athletic trainers are highly trained health care professionals who play a critical role in injury prevention, emergency response and ongoing care. However, effective care depends on appropriate planning, training, clear policies and administrative support.
Student-athlete safety cannot rely on isolated event coverage alone. It requires comprehensive systems that support both the patient and the provider. NATA remains committed to advancing policies and practices that strengthen these systems and support the athletic trainers who lead them.
Karen Fennell retweeted
Congratulations to Phil Vardiman for his Hall of Fame induction into the MAATA Hall of Fame 2026✨
Karen Fennell retweeted
Big thanks to Cognito Systems LLC for supporting our Annual Meeting—and keeping attendees energized throughout the day! 👏
Karen Fennell retweeted
2026 MAATA District 5 Hall of Fame inductees with their #SundayTODAY mugs. Left to right, Dan Newman, Oklahoma, Phil Vardiman, Kansas, Sara Bjerke, North Dakota, Mike Sloup, Nebraska
Leaders in their professions and friends to many, what a greAT group of athletic trainers!
Karen Fennell retweeted
Only one week to go before the 2026 NATA Policy Summit & Capitol Hill Day! If you are attending (or want to see what you will be missing), visit the @NATA1950 website here: nata.org/advocacy/federal/ca…
Karen Fennell retweeted
I’m honored to be eligible for the @perryweather 2026 AT Excellence Award. If selected, I get to donate $2000 to a scholarship fund supporting future athletic trainers. Every nomination helps!! - THANK YOU!!
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Karen Fennell retweeted
💚💛from a very proud alum Thank you @waynestwarriors
Thank you to our Athletic Trainers who keep our Warriors healthy and safe, on and off the field.
#REPthe313 #NATM2026





























