PSATS Podcast

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 utilize the CCC in our settings along with our general thoughts and application to short- or long-term injuries. The discussion may have some tangents but in all a...

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 of Director of Health and Performance with San Jose Earthquakes. Ron also shares some of his experiences being in a role of leadership and how that previous positio...

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 staff at the national team level.

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 dive into some discussion on how BAMIC may or may not influence return to play and rehabilitation protocols. Also, the group answers a few questions from the li...

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 group dives into the application process and explains what each of us are looking for when reviewing for open student internship positions. “Liquid gold”. 

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. Discover how Theron’s 25 years in MLS has shaped him not only as an athletic trainer but as a person. Theron also explains how he continues to grow his craft along wi...

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.  Also, the group chats about their experiences attending the past MLS Medical Symposiums. Lastly, the group “teases” some news of future PSATS podcast episodes. Li...

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 Football Club, LAFC. Sean takes us through how much growth has been since 2008 till present day when dealing with MLS medical. Discover what it’s like to be a pa...

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 professional career. Lastly, we get to know Sean on a more personal level through what he does outside of soccer and what he would be doing if not an ATC.  

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 introduces themselves and discuss starting this new adventure for PSATS and what we can bring to the listeners. 

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