Athletic

Despite decades of discussion, state athletic associations still struggle with the so-called private versus public debate. This debate concerns how state athletic associations can establish a competitive balance between private and public high schools. In the debate, public school supporters argue that private schools have an unfair advantage because they can selectively enroll quality students without geographical boundaries. Further, they argue favorable socioeconomic factors allow private…

There are several useful tools that any athletic director should have at their disposal. One of the most important tools to have for an athletic director is having a long and dependable list of contacts at their disposal. I have not personally gotten to know many individuals before I came to college. During my lower grade levels, I was stuck at home most of the time, and my extracurricular involvement was minimal. When I came to college, I began to become the social person who wanted to interact…

As my profession I plan to be an Athletic Trainer for an university, or professional. On average an athletic trainer makes about $40,044 for gross income. Which is pretty huge compared to other occupations. A monthly pay is about $1,040, for me is perfect to cover expenses for that month and have extra to save. An hourly pay rate for a trainer is between $19 and $23, a very high pay rate. First year salary is based off the education you have, going up in education level the more money you get.…

Chris Linde stated “My job as an athletic trainer is to prevent injuries as much as possible. I also support with strengthening and conditioning, guidance in nutrition and sleeping, and I also make sure the playing area is safe”. When he was young, he always adored being around the athletic trainer. Subsequently being pushed to his limits and fighting through the pain, there was always someone to care for his aches, and pains. She gave him opinions on what to do when he was alone to prevent…

many styles or types available for both men and women, for example; athletic shoes, shoes for children, and casual or formal shoes for workplaces. Now it is all depend on the shoe stores that which of the segments they will want to be selling or focus on the most, for example; some of the stores tend to focused on selling only athletic shoes at one time when other stores might focused on selling both athletic shoes and non-athletic shoes at the same time, which in this case there are many ways…

Who knew that purchasing the “right” pair of athletic shoes would be so difficult and essential. I used to and sometimes still do purchase shoes based on style and the name brand. I first learned about the differences in athletic shoes when I worked at a popular athletic shoe store as a teenager. During my time at the shoe store I became a shoe expert. I learned a lot about athletic shoes and their differences based on an individual’s need, especially for running and walking, as it was…

College Athletics is a multi-billion dollar industry that has become a huge cash cow for colleges across America. Colleges use funds from sports revenue to build huge facilities and hold lavish events they otherwise couldn’t afford to hold. The American people love watching and following college sports. The National College Athletics Association (NCAA) is one of the largest companies in America. Everyone benefits, except for the athletes. The athletes work long and hard to train for their…

an athletic trainer for the Detroit Lions I earn 35,000-75,000 per year, to get here you need to work hard, go to college and earn the minimum of a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree, it could take you up to 4 years to complete. Athletic trainers are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians; they can work with athletes and show them how to treat, and prevent injuries through maintaining proper form and using exercise equipment in the right way. Another job that athletic…

Intercollegiate Athletics: A Worthwhile Pursuit Working in the intercollegiate sports sector is challenging due to academic integrity issues and complying with NCAA rules and regulations. Just ask John Bailey, who was interviewed via email on September 28th, 2016 at 12:30 p.m., due to the experience, expertise, and advice he can offer someone pursuing a career in intercollegiate athletics. Ultimately, although contending with academic integrity and complying with NCAA rules and regulations is…

and has taken years to change. An athletic scholarship is something every young athlete desires during their middle school and high school years. From basketball- soccer, an athletic scholarship can be gained by hard work and with integrity. Many men & women participate in these sports. Yet, one simple fact, that has still…