Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC

Program Manager Sports Medicine

[Texas UIL @uiltexas]

UIL Legislative Council Meeting Results:

The council took action on several proposals, including a superintendent survey and implementation planning for proposals related to girls flag football and a basketball shot clock, updates to heat safety standards, and future consideration of a TDEA Dance/Drill competition.
Press Release ➡️ https://t.co/YcPphdtIA9

[SWATA @SWATAD6]

📢 Registration is STILL OPEN for the SWATA 2026 Symposium in Waco!

Join us for:
• Continuing Education
• Expert Presentations
• Networking
• SWATA Updates
🔗 Register: https://t.co/Mym8HGKpOn

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

Dallas has a health disparity problem. Fixing it could boost the economy https://t.co/IhITItin7m via @dallasnews

[Ishmael Johnson @IshmaelRJohnson]

“Just go into your Dallas area and watch some of those teams. Those kids can play, but they can't afford to pay for it, so they're not getting seen at that level.”

The financial barriers of youth sports is further highlighted by the D-FW club scene.

https://t.co/dzfzlWAIro

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

Click Here to support the SOC Athletic Training Fundraiser 2026
https://t.co/FRsnzL6vN6

[Coach Wooten, M. Ed. M.S. @CoachWoot_06]

🚨WE ARE HIRING!🚨
Head Athletic Trainer
Competitive salary
Be part of a growing culture, run your training room and student staff!
A chance to build from the ground up!

If interested, apply online and email [email protected]

@Matt_Stepp817 @THSCAcoaches

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

Big job opening. @NTATS @TSATA_Official

[MISD Athletics Dept. @MISDathletics]

Come be a leader in MISD Athletics!

Please see education/experience requirements and come apply to work with us!

[MISD Athletics Dept. @MISDathletics]

Come be a leader in MISD Athletics!

Please see education/experience requirements and come apply to work with us!

[NATA @NATA1950]

NATA is disappointed by the Department of Education’s findings related to athletic training programs and the potential impact on the future athletic training workforce.

We remain committed to protecting student access to federal loan programs and safeguarding the future pipeline of athletic trainers and will continue working within the Advanced Professional Workforce Alliance to advocate for policies that recognize the full scope and preparation required of athletic trainers.

Read the full report here. https://t.co/Nc0ZwWdYx0

[SWATA @SWATAD6]

Please join us as we honor and remember our dear friend Tom Woods.

[Dallas County HHS @DCHHS]

📣You're invited to this FREE event! From improving your mood to boosting your energy, the benefits of staying active are endless!

#sport #workout #zumba #kickboxing #spring #PublicHealth

[SWATA @SWATAD6]

Remembering Tom Woods today and the lasting impact he made through his dedication, compassion, and service to others. Athletic trainers often work behind the scenes, and Tom’s quiet commitment to caring for others touched countless lives. His legacy will continue to inspire our profession and those he served.

For those who may need support while processing this loss, resources are available through ATs Care via https://t.co/OYuwteMfGb

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

Viewing this issue from the sports medicine lens is no different. Athletic trainers often must navigate these same disparities. Southern Dallas grapples with health disparities in new Dallas County report with Parkland https://t.co/q4pg03frko

[TSATA @TSATA_Official]

This one was difficult to decide on as 12 great people nominated her. Congratulations @McKenna Willig

Please continue nominating your peers by completing a short form here: https://t.co/SW8rgyY7B2

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

It’s getting harder and harder to open social media without seeing another headline about Texas athletes being hospitalized. Whether it’s reckless over-training or any other emergency scenario, it’s heartbreaking because so much of this is preventable.

https://t.co/uhrRXDKqNj

[Ryan Pena, MS LAT ATC @ryanpena75]

@uiltexas Medical Advisory Committee Meeting - 04-12-26. As the recommendation of using WBGT to make modifications to outdoor practices becomes a requirement, it will become imperative to document these readings. @TSATA_Official https://t.co/BmZtLohVUG

[Lancaster Sports Medicine @LISDSportMed]

Prepped and ready to go as we host the District 11-6A Track & Field Meet! Come out and cheer on your @WeboGirlsTrack and @LHS_BoysTrack teams as they compete to move on to area! #WEBO #THELAND

[NATA @NATA1950]

Athletic trainers recognized in the U.S. House.

Now part of the Congressional Record.

Advocacy in action.

#Advocacy #NATM

[NATA @NATA1950]

Advocacy in action.

Recorded during NATA’s Hit the Hill Day, this NATA-Cast episode breaks down how ATs are working directly with Congress to advance mental health funding, credentialing standards, and more.

Listen: https://t.co/9vxETLuLcL

[SWATA @SWATAD6]

🚨 Registration is OPEN for #SWATA2026

📍 Waco, TX
📅 July 23–25, 2026
CEUs. Networking. Hands-on learning.
The premier event for athletic trainers in Texas & Arkansas

🎟️ Register now:
👉 https://t.co/JETRIiRmLZ