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Head athletic trainer Scott Barker working with an athlete alongside his assistant, Halie Hall Photo credit: Karina Cope

What it means to be an athletic trainer

Karina Cope // September 23, 2019

Behind the scenes in the world of athletics, there is a group of hard working, dedicated individuals that keep the athletes we admire in top physical health. They are the athletic trainers and they serve...

Head athletic trainer Scott Barker working with an athlete alongside his assistant, Halie Hall Photo credit: Karina Cope

What it means to be an athletic trainer

Karina Cope // September 23, 2019

Behind the scenes in the world of athletics, there is a group of hard working, dedicated individuals that keep the athletes we admire in top physical health. They are the athletic trainers and they serve...

First-year goalkeeper Caitlyn Duval waits for the ball during a Chico State home game. Photo credit: Aubrie Coley

Concussions have repercussions

Makayla Hopkins // October 18, 2016

The NFL isn't alone in the battle against concussions. College athletic programs are following in the league's footsteps to create a safer game for their athletes.The NCAA Executive Committee adopted its...

Chico States head athletic trainer, Scott Barker, feels for abnormalities in first-year softball player Megan Bowleys knee. Photo credit: Christine Zuniga

Athletic trainers give insight on injuries

Jason Spies // September 28, 2015
Some things go together like peanut butter and jelly— just like sports and injuries. The most common injuries in Chico State sports are ankle, knee or stress-related.
Chico State head athletic trainer Scott Barker teaches in the graduate program for aspiring athletic trainers. Photo courtesy of Chico State.

Student athletic trainers learn by treating teams

benjamin marquez // February 24, 2014
Athletic trainers in Chico State's graduate program provide help to injured athletes.
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