ATHLETIC TRAINER
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS COMMITTEE
YPC Mission Statement:
The MAATA Young Professionals’ Committee (YPC) exists to encourage growth and professional development, provide a supportive and engaged network, and advocate for athletic trainers within the first twelve years of their certification.
YPC Vision Statement:
The YPC aims to provide a supportive network through mentorship and outreach initiatives, encourage growth and development through equitable access to resources throughout state organizations, MAATA and NATA, and arm athletic trainers with the skill sets necessary to advocate for themselves regarding career satisfaction, advancement, and longevity.
The YPC seeks to implement these values within our membership to maintain longevity in the profession and foster passionate, versatile, and dedicated leaders within the athletic training community.
Chair/Career Advancement Committee
Kassy Mosley Riddle, MS, LAT, ATC
East Carolina University
910-330-7607
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Committee Members
​NORTH CAROLINA
Jordan D. Bettleyon DAT, ATC, ACSM-EP, CSCS
High Point University
jbettleyonatc@gmail.com
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VIRGINIA
Vacant
SOUTH CAROLINA
Abbey Earich MS, SCAT, ATC
Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Sports Medicine Institute — University of
South Carolina Upstate
(330) 605-6398
acearich1@gmail.com
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MARYLAND
Jay Dillon, MS, ATC, CSCS
McDonough School
(240) 578-0271
jaydillon96@gmail.com
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WEST VIRGINIA
Hunter A. Bailey LAT, ATC
Minto Central High School
(304) 710-9849
Hbailey@williamsonhealthwellness.com
DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
Vacant
MEMBER AT LARGE
CAC - Vacant
EPC - Vacant
EARLY PROFESSIONALS’
COMMITTEE
Dustyn Walton, PT, DPT, LAT, ATC
Duke Sports Medicine Physical Therapy
919-681-1656
Young Professionals Mentor Program
If you are seeking a mentor in an athletic training setting, find your state's mentorship list by clicking on their logo below.
Get Involved: The D3 YPC encourages young professionals to get involved with current projects at the state, district, and national level. If you want to help with a project, have an idea for a project, a concern that you would like to bring forth to the committee, or just want some more information, please contact the YPC Chair or your state representative.
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Current Projects/Initiatives:
Professional Development for YPs:
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District 3 YPC Distinguished Alumni
Click HERE to read Q&A with former D3 YPC Representative Ashley Long, PhD, LAT, ATC.
District 3 YPC Highlight Reel
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New NATA Position Statement
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​Helpful Resources for YP's
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