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Grip It: NBA Trainers Approve MISSION’s Court Grip™

“We’re acutely focused on helping our players perform at their best on the court while minimizing their risk of injury,” said Casey Smith, Chairman of the NBATA. “Maintaining traction on dusty courts is an issue for players at all levels, and Court Grip addresses the problem better than anything we’ve ever used. We’re pleased to have helped bring this game changing product to market.” Click here to read more.

Laker's head athletic trainer Gary Vitti spends much of his time taking care of myriad things for the Lakers, but that's not the extent of his services in his field.

Vitti will be honored for his years of contribution by Team HEAL at the foundation's fundraiser in early September. Click here to read more.

Wizards’ Head Athletic Trainer, Eric Waters, named 2009-2010 recipient of the Joe O’Toole Athletic Trainer of the Year Award. Learn more…

Dr. Jack McPhilemy, the Philadelphia 76ers team physician, named NBATA Team Physician of the Year

National Academy of Sports Medicine and the NBATA Team-up
to Launch “Corrective Exercise Strategies for Basketball”

On-line course teaches health and fitness professionals how to correct common lower extremity dysfunctions caused by playing sports. Click here for more information….

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