Sports Medicine

Our Sports Medicine CTE pathway for San Jacinto High School students provides specialized education and hands-on training in the field of sports medicine. Students learn about injury prevention, emergency care, rehabilitation techniques, and sports nutrition. They acquire practical skills such as taping and bracing, first aid, CPR, and concussion management. The program also covers topics related to anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and exercise science. Students have the opportunity to enroll in the 7th period LAB CLASS to work with student-athletes, coaches and supporting staff, gaining real-world experience in athletic training facilities, sports clinics, and school sports programs. This pathway prepares students for careers as athletic trainers, physical therapists, sports medicine physicians, and other healthcare professionals in the sports and fitness industry.

Dr. Russell has served as an Athletic Trainer for 15 years working with Olympic development, collegiate, and high school athletes. Her teaching experience of 14 years includes high school, undergraduate, and graduate studies. Her professional philosophy is to provide high quality, ethical patient care and create a collaborative learning environment for student proficiency of knowledge and skills; and to develop high quality, skilled, and educated future practitioners and community citizens.

Dr. Keasha Russell, MS, LAT, ATC

Athletic Training Room Rules

• No one is to be in the athletic training room without the permission of the ATC. No athletes are to be in the athletic training room without the ATC present.
• No coaches or administrators will allow athletes into the athletic training room without direct supervision.
• No equipment or supplies in the athletic training room may be utilized and/or taken from the athletic training room by any sports team, coach, or athlete without permission from the ATC.
• Cussing, swearing, or foul language will not be tolerated.
• The athletic training room is a coed facility. Appropriate attire must be worn at all times.
• The athletic training room is not a hangout area. Horseplay is not tolerated and athletes will be asked to leave if behavior is not respectful.
• No cleats, or shoes with grass and/or mud, are to be worn in the athletic training room.
• Shoes are not to be placed on the treatment tables.
• All athletes must sign in before receiving ice, tape, or treatment.
• No food or drinks are allowed in the athletic training room (WATER IS OKAY).
• No use of cell phones is permitted in the athletic training room