NMATA - New Mexico Athletic Trainers' Association, Inc

13/10/2026

Take Your Dry Needling Skills to the Next Level!

Join us December 11–13, 2026, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for the Integrative Dry Needling (IDN) Neurologic Dry Needling for Pain Management & Sports Rehabilitation Foundation Course!

Enhance your clinical skills and expand your approach to pain management and sports rehabilitation.

Save $100 with code IDN2026!

Contact Amanda King at [email protected] for more information.

25/09/2026

Attention athletic trainers in the secondary school setting...don't forget to update your ATLAS! Athletic Training Locations and Services (ATLAS) is a joint initiative of NATA and KSI. This program was designed to track access to AT services, improve communication, and produce research. Link: https://uconn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_enPMxrKzIqlYRnL

24/09/2026

Our own Professional Engagement Committee is hosting a virtual panel with Jim Turk and Glenn Edgerton to discuss the role of Athletic Training Aides in the clinical setting! This panel will take place on Wednesday 10/14 from 7-8pm MDT (6-7pm for Arizonans). Please scan the QR code to register, or visit https://forms.gle/VW16YMPS7uaQWKn4A

18/08/2026

Call for proposals is currently open for in ABQ, NM! Visit the link below to submit and get more information!

Our Call for Proposals is officially open for in ABQ, NM!

Submissions will be open through Sept 30, with programming decisions coming in December 2026.

Abstract proposal-In Person: https://forms.gle/hXELbzdmu7pWiv9o8

Abstract proposal- On Demand: https://forms.gle/u9APho8xKvV8y21D9

If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]

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01/08/2026

The New Mexico Athletic Trainers Association would like to congratulate fellow New Mexican David Gallegos on being elected to be the next president of the NATA!

Athletic Trainers could not be in better hands. We all look forward to your leadership in the years to come!

A New Day at NATA Continues!

Congratulations to David Gallegos, MA, ATC, Cert. MDT, elected by members as NATA's 17th president.

"It has truly been my honor to participate in the election process,” Gallegos said. “Thank you to the NATA Presidential Election Oversight Task Force for their diligent work and to the NATA staff and board for the welcoming support. I truly appreciate the financial support from RMATA to make the process achievable. Most importantly, thank you to my colleague Rob Marshall for being an outstanding teammate. You made the process a wonderful memory in and of itself. I am more than humbled and aware of the significant responsibility. Between now and my term, I will continue to learn from President Duffy and Executive Director Pillman and offer my perspective. I have connected with so many amazing ATs over the last eight months. Thank you and be aware I will be calling on you.”

Gallegos will take office during NATA 2027 next June in New Orleans and serve a three-year term.

This year's election reminded us that leadership can be collaborative, campaigns can be joyful and friendly competition can include shared laughs, matching shirts and genuine respect.

Thank you to Rob Marshall, LAT, ATC, and both candidates for their professionalism, collegiality and willingness to serve.

"I would like to sincerely thank the NATA membership and everyone involved in this election process,” Marshall said. “It has been an incredible privilege to travel across the country, connect with members, and learn more about your goals, challenges, and vision for the future of our profession. Those conversations have been one of the most rewarding parts of this experience.

“I would also like to congratulate David Gallegos on his election and thank him for the collegiality and professionalism he brought to this campaign. It has been a pleasure to share this journey with him.

“This experience has only strengthened my appreciation for our profession and for the remarkable volunteer leaders who dedicate their time and talents to serving others. I remain committed to supporting NATA and working alongside all of you as we continue moving our profession forward because we truly are Better Together.”

Learn more on our website https://na2.hubs.ly/H06-tKN0 and look for additional coverage in the Nov/Dec. issue of NATA News.

30/05/2026

At the NMATA Business meeting this afternoon received her Distinguished Athletic Trainer award for 2026, thank you for all you have done for the profession & your patients.

We were also visited by the current President, the Executive Director, representatives from the Heather Collins

25/04/2026

The 2026 Annual Clinical Symposium registration is open. It will once again be virtual & be held on Sunday May 3rd.

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02/03/2026

It is the start of National Athletic Training Month & Athletic Trainers across the nation are sharing how they have been the care that their patients, clients & athletes can count on

20/07/2025

Yesterday VP Kevin Schroeder accepted the Distinguished Service Award on behalf of the NMATA, from the
The New Mexico Athletic Trainers’ Association is honored to receive the New Mexico Activities Association’s Distinguished Service Award in recognition of our commitment to the health and safety of student-athletes statewide. We are proud to partner with NMAA and our athletic communities to support the next generation of athletes.

11/06/2025

Are you a golfer? Do you want to support legislative efforts on behalf of Athletic Trainers in the state of New Mexico?

Then sign up a team for the annual golf scramble on July 19th.