Athletic Coverage & On-Field Experiences
Our sports medicine fellows gain hands-on experience by providing medical care to athletes across a wide range of sports. These opportunities allow fellows to apply their skills in real-time settings and treat athletes at different levels of competition. Fellows will gain exposure to high school, NCAA Division 1, and professional athletes through a variety of athletic coverage experiences.
Professional Sports Teams
Fellows will provide care for athletes in professional sports, offering valuable exposure to the demands of elite-level competition.
- El Paso Locomotive FC
USL Championship Soccer League
College Sports Teams
Fellows will have the chance to work with athletes at the college level, specifically with the University of Texas at El Paso, gaining experience with NCAA Division 1 athletes.
- University of Texas El Paso
Various sports across University of Texas at El Paso's athletic programs
Mass Participation Events
Fellows will gain experience working with mass participation events, providing care to large groups of athletes.
Eagle in the Sun Triathlon
Mission Valley Duathlon
Sun City Splash and Dash
High School Sports Teams
Fellows will also care for athletes at the high school level, gaining insight into the medical needs of younger, developing athletes.
Parkland High School Matadors
Irvin High School Rockets
Jefferson High School Silver Foxes
Bowie High School Bears
Andress High School Eagles
Chapin High School Huskies
On-Field Experience: Skill Development
Through these varied experiences, our fellows will:
- Develop hands-on skills in managing athlete injuries and providing on-field medical care.
- Build expertise in event medical management, especially for large-scale participation events.
- Learn about the logistics of race planning, as many of our faculty members also serve as race medical directors.
- Understand the impact of large events on city infrastructure, including medical needs for mass participation races and events.