As we wrap up our regional organization spotlights today with NTATS, I still would like to recognize the other groups that meet around the district. If your group has not been spotlighted, please contact me at david.traylor@kellerisd.net and we will make sure we recognize your group.
The North Texas Athletic Trainer Society was established in its current form in 2000, with SWATA Hall of Famer Doug Gibbins serving as the associations first President. NTATS hosts a yearly student athletic trainer symposium, usually held in the spring. In 2009, that meeting has its highest attendance to date with over 400 students and 150 professionals. In serving the North Texas region, NTATS has strived to help promote and enhance the profession of athletic training among its members and its communities.
The Ben Buck Memorial Scholarship was established in 2005 to honor the son of Ken Buck, athletic trainer at West Mesquite High School Athletic Trainer (and current NTATS Secretary)who passed away at the age of 7 in 2004. Two $500 scholarships are given each spring to high school senior athletic training students who are pursuing the profession in college. Applications for the Ben Buck Memorial Scholarship are due by March 3rd. Requirements and applications can be found on the NTATS website.
In 2009, NTATS established two awards to recognize members within the North Texas area who have made a significant contribution to the profession of athletic training. Named after two former NTATS Presidents, the Aubry Fisk Exemplary Service Award and the Doug Gibbins Above and Beyond Award are awarded annually at the yearly symposium. Applications need to be submitted by March 4th and can be found under the Awards & honors tab on the NTATS website.
The 2010 NTATS Symposium is being held on Saturday April 10, 2010, at Mansfield Timberview High School. Registration will begin at 7:30 am and the day will end around 2:00 pm. The event is free to all who wish to attend – 3 CEU’s will be awarded to professionals, free lunch and t-shirts will be provided for all participants and a great selection of door prizes will be given out. The day will culminate with the Annual Student Athletic Trainer Olympics as the Lewisville High School Fighting Farmers attempt to defend their title. We hope to see everyone there.
Details on everything listed above can be found at www.ntats.com.
I hope that everyone has a wonderful weekend and never hesitate to let us know what your Executive Board can do you you.
DT
SWATA Vice President
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