Armor Plating the Shoulder Girdle: Injury Prevention and Return to Play
Education: • Doctorate in Exercise and Sport Science from The University of Utah, 2011 • Master’s of Arts Degree in Exercise Science from Concordia University in Chicago, 2003 • Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Physical Education emphasis in Fitness from Western Illinois University, 1994 Certifications: • Fellow of National Strength and Conditioning Association (April 4, 2018) • National Strength and Conditioning Association — Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist with Distinction (CSCS*D) • NSCA — Certified Personal Trainer with Distinction (NSCA-CPT*D) • USA Weightlifting — Level 2 Coach (2019) • Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist II from Back School of Atlanta Professional Experience: • Professor, Department of Kinesiology and Rehabilitation Sciences, Arkansas Tech University, (August 2017 to Present) Russellville, AR • Previously an Associate Professor at Briar Cliff University, Assistant Professor, at University of Saint Francis, Assistant Professor at Adams State University, and a Teaching Assistant, at The University of Utah • Strength and Conditioning Coach for collegiate athletes, and worked for Velocity Sports Performance in Lehi, UT; WCS — Occupational Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine / WCS — Gattone Sports Performance. • Operations Manager/Fitness Director/Personal Trainer, Highland Park Hospital Health and Fitness (Powerwellness Management); Personal Trainer and East Bank Club in Chicago, IL; and Fitness Consultant at YMCA of McDonough County in Macomb, IL. Additional related experience: • Strength and conditioning coach for Volleyball, Swimming, Softball, Football (Soccer), Brazilian Jujitsu, Mixed Martial Arts, Wrestling, Bobsled, Baseball, Basketball, Field Throwers, Ice Hockey, American Football, Golf, and Lacrosse for junior high school to elite level, coach powerlifters and weightlifters. Member of the Written Examination Board for the Strength and Conditioning Coach Certification (SCCC) for the Collegiate Strength & Conditioning Coaches Association (CSCCa).
