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Ron Smith, DAT, AT, CES

Began at Dayton: November, 2022

Job Responsibilities: Apply protective or injury-preventive devices, such as tape, bandages, and braces.
Recognize and evaluate injuries.
Provide first aid or emergency care.
Develop and carry out rehabilitation programs for injured athletes.
Plan and implement comprehensive programs to prevent injury and illness among athletes.

Past Experience: Assistant Athletic Trainer & Strength Coach for Kings High School
Personal Trainer at Lakota YMCA and LA Fitness
Aviation Machinist Mate for United States Navy

Education: Undergrad: University of Cincinnati (Bachelors in Athletic Training) 2014-2018

Masters: California University of Pennsylvania (Masters in Exercise Science & Health Promotion w/ concentration in Rehabilitation) 2018-2019

Doctorate: A.T. Still University (Doctorate in Athletic Training w/ concentration in Orthopeadics and Rehabilitation) 2019-2022

Currently Obtaining 2nd Masters at Sonoran University in Clinical Nutrition 2022-2024

Personal: I enjoy helping my athletes continue doing the sport they love even through injury and set backs. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends and exploring all that life has to offer!