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Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers Needed!

For the 19th year, VATA has been asked by the City of Edinburg Parks and Recreation to help with a waterstation! We realize that this is our busy part of the school year with multiple sports going on, but we ask that any member (Professional/Student) that is available please volunteer in this great event! Please Contact Jaime Salinas or Susan Detwiler of Edinburg CISD in you are interested. For Students, this gives you community hours for National Honor Society, and heavily weighted in your favor for scholarship application rubric. 


Dr. Gogu part of the BOC
Dr. Gogu part of the BOC

Congratulations to Dr. Sujan Gogu, DO on his appointment to the Board of Certification as the Physician Director to the BOC.

Dr. Sujan Gogu, triple board-certified in family, sports, and pain medicine, dedicates himself to the Rio Grande Valley community. As core faculty at the DHR Family Medicine program and faculty at three medical schools, he mentors residents and students while advocating for health care reform through the Texas Medical Board and Texas Medical Association. Dr. Gogu also champions improved health outcomes through Healthcare for Action via political means.

Beyond his medical commitments, Dr. Gogu is a respected commentator, speaker and writer, contributing his insights across various platforms. He also serves as a physician for USA Badminton and USA Boxing, expanding his sports medicine network through Team USA while advancing his career at DHR Health. In addition, Dr. Gogu plays a role as the team physician for the NBA G-League’s Rio Grande Valley Vipers.

“As a Physician Director on the BOC board, I bring a multifaceted perspective from my extensive experience in family medicine, sports medicine and pain medicine,” said Dr. Gogu. “My work as a physician for Olympic sports and professional athletes, such as those in the NBA G League, has provided me with unique insights into the complexities of athlete care. I’ve also been deeply involved in mentoring and educating health care professionals, which aligns well with the BOC’s mission of maintaining high standards for Athletic Trainers. Additionally, I’ve had the privilege of working with Athletic Trainers in underserved communities, where I’ve seen firsthand the importance of accessible and high-quality care. This experience allows me to advocate for greater collaboration between physicians and Athletic Trainers, ensuring that athletes—no matter where they are—receive the best care possible. My commitment to excellence and ethics will help uphold the rigorous standards that the BOC has established. My vision for the BOC is to continue leading the charge in credentialing excellence, ensuring that athletic trainers are not only well-qualified but also adaptive to the evolving demands of sports and healthcare. I see the BOC setting the global benchmark for certification, expanding its influence by incorporating the latest scientific advancements and best practices in sports medicine.”

SAVE THE DATE!
SAVE THE DATE!

We have a date! The SPATS Committee has set the dates for the South Padre Athletic Training Seminar for the next three years!  Still being held on the beautiful island of South Padre at the SPI Convention Center! We hope to see you next year, or it will be your first time attending, Welcome!

Safe Sports Award Grant
Safe Sports Award Grant

Now accepting applications for the VATA Safe Sports School Grant! Visit www.vatargv.org/sss_grant for more information about the requirements and how to apply! This grant is open to all professional members employed by a RGV high school or middle school! Grants will be awarded until funding runs out!

In its second year, VATA is once again giving out one lucky high school student at grant to attend a athletic training camp of their choosing in the state of Texas! Click on the image above for more information, and thank you to our sponsors for making this happen!

Summer Learning!
And we're off!
And we're off!

March 30th was the 4th annual Athletic Trainers Trot 5K with over 150 participants! Held at the beautiful Edinburg Municipal Park and World Birding Center, it was a nice Saturday morning for the event. Congratulations to all the winners of their age groups, and overall 5K winners! Thank you to all those who helped us raise funds for our scholarship program! We have big plans for next year! If you would like to see the results, click here.

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