Athletic Training

Athletic trainers help prevent and treat injuries for people of all ages. Recognized by the American Medical Association as allied health professionals, athletic trainers specialize in the prevention, assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries. Athletic trainers often are one of the first heath care providers on the scene when injuries occur, and therefore they must be able to recognize, evaluate, and assess injuries and provide immediate care when needed. They also are heavily involved in the rehabilitation and reconditioning of injuries.

Athletic trainers often help prevent injuries by advising on the proper use of equipment and applying protective or injury-preventive devices such as tape, bandages, and braces. Injury prevention also often includes educating people on what they should do to avoid putting themselves at risk for injuries. Athletic trainers work under the supervision of a licensed physician, and in cooperation with other health care providers.

Staff

Allison Loftin, M.Ed., ATC, LAT

Alli Loftin joined the Carroll ISD athletic department in the fall of 2008, where she is in her first year as athletic trainer at Carroll Senior High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in 2001 and her Master of Education in 2003 from Stephen F. Austin State University. Previously, she served as an Athletic Trainer at Colleyville Heritage High School from 2005-2008. She is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association, Southwest Athletic Trainers Association, Texas State Athletic Trainers Association, and the North Texas Athletic Trainers Association. Allison grew up in Mesquite and is a graduate of North Mesquite High School.

Contact info:
Office: 817-949-5934
Email: allison.loftin@southlakecarroll.edu

Derek Abell, LAT

Derek Abell joined the Carroll ISD athletic department in the fall of 1998, where he has served as an athletic trainer at Carroll Senior High School. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1995 from McMurry University. Previously, he served as an Athletic Trainer for Wichita Falls ISD from 1995-1998. Derek grew up in Artesia, New Mexico, and is married to Jenny Abell, who teaches speech at Carroll High School. Derek and Jenny have a son, Mac (age 6), and a daughter, Ella. (age 5).

Contact info:
Office: 817-949-5934
Email: derek.abell@southlakecarroll.edu

Carrie Saulters, M. Ed, ATC, LAT

Carrie Saulters joined the Carroll ISD athletic department in the fall of 2010, where she is in her first year as athletic trainer at Carroll High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in 2006 from Texas A&M at Commerce and her Master of Education in 2008 from the University of Texas at Tyler. Previously, she served as an Athletic Trainer at Midway High School in Waco from 2008-2010. She is a member of the National Athletic Trainers Association, Southwest Athletic Trainers Association, Texas State Athletic Trainers Association, and the North Texas Athletic Trainers Association. Carrie grew up in Mesquite and is a graduate of Mesquite High School.

Contact info:
Office: 817-949-5611
Email: carrie.saulters@southlakecarroll.edu

Team Physicians

Dr. Mark Greenberg of All-Star Orthopedics has been providing our team physician services for many years. Visit his web site at http://www.allstarortho.com/doctors.php

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