3. Athletic Trainers
“The daily medical needs of The University
of Memphis Football team are met through a
comprehensive Sports Medicine Team that
begins with (2) Nationally Certified and State
Licensed Athletic Trainers, (1) ATC/PT, and
(2) Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainers”
4. Darrell Tuner, M.ed, PES, CES, ATC, LAT
Darrell Turner was hired in spring 2012 to serve as
the Head Athletic Trainer at the University of
Memphis. He is responsible for the athletic training
needs of all 19 sports on campus, and works directly
with the Tiger football program. Turner previously
served as Head Athletic Trainer/Director of Sports
Medicine position for the Rams at Winston-Salem
State University. Later, Turner joined the Tigers
after serving as the Head Athletic Trainer in the
United Football League (UFL) for three seasons.
Larry Reynolds, MS, ATC, LAT
Larry Reynolds joined the University of Memphis
athletic training staff in 2013 as an Assistant
Athletic Trainer for the Tiger Football program.
Reynolds has 10 yrs. of collegiate professional
football experience; including internships with
the Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, and
Cincinnati Bengals.
Eric Fredricks, B.S., PES, CES, ATC, LAT
Eric Fredricks arrived at University of Memphis in
2014 as a Graduate Assistant for the Tiger
Football Program. Fredricks previously served as
the Head Athletic Trainer at Mountain View High
School (Vancuver, WA). Fredricks has been
instrumental in helping the Tigers reach back to
back bowl seasons.
Kyle Bowles, B.S., ATC, LAT
Kyle Bowles is completing his first year as a
Graduate Assistant for the Tiger Football
Program. Bowles comes from Savanah State
University; and has had stints with the Atlanta
Braves and Baltimore Ravens. Bowles stepped in
to help the Tigers achieve bowl eligibility in the
2015 campaign.
Monica Baker, PT, ATC, LAT
Monica Baker has been apart of Memphis
Athletics and Tiger football since 2002. Baker
proudly serves as a Consultant and Team Physical
Therapist. Baker is currently the Lead PT/ATC at
Baptist Memorial Hospital
5. Orthopaedic Physicians &
Specialists
“The Campbell Clinic is recognized as a
world leader in sports medicine. The
Campbell Clinic is the official medical
provider of the Memphis Grizzlies, Memphis
Redbirds, and for all of the orthopaedic
needs of Memphis Tiger Athletics.”
6.
7. Internal Medicine Physicians &
Specialists
“For all other injuries & illnesses, The
University of Memphis has an outstanding
group of General Medicine Physicians that
treat and resolve both complex and common
illnesses; characterized by extensive
knowledge and skill in diagnosis and
treatment.”
8.
9. Advanced Medical
“We also have several notable advanced
medical partners that assist in managing the
needs of our student-athletes”.
12. Treat
• Form a plan to resolve the injury or illness;
quickly and safely.
• Aim for the best result in the shortest
amount of time.
13.
14. Communicate
• Daily interaction with our players is key!
• Daily staff meetings with the coaches to
update the status of injured and/or ill
student athletes.
• Constant communication with our
physicians throughout the week.
15. Provide Coverage
• Any time student-athletes are in the
building we are also in the building.
• Our staff will be present during all
conditioning, practices, and games.
• Student athletic trainers assist our staff
during the aforementioned events; which
provides more support to our student-
athletes.
17. The Winning Edge
• Acupuncture
• Soft Tissue Massage
• Chiropractor
• Weekly Onsite Physician Visits
• “Sports Pharm”
• Comprehensive pre-activity screening
• Direct access to the world’s leaders in bracing and supportive
devices.
• Gatorade Sponsorship
• 12-16 student athletic trainers; specifically assigned to
Football
• Cutting edge Manual Therapy techniques
• Evidence based treatments & applications
18. Rehabilitation & Outreach
“Through continuity with our Strength and
Performance staff and under the guidance of
our physicians, we are able to develop, and
implement long term rehabilitation in house;
eliminating outsourcing.”
• As aforementioned we also have access to a
Physical Therapist
19. Equipment
• Hydroworx In-Ground Treadmill
• *Brand New Grimm Tub (Hot & Cold)
• Alter G Treadmill & Aerodyne Bikes
• Electrical Stimulation Units
• Gameready Cryotherapy Units
• Cold Laser Therapy
• Normatec Compression Units
• Gratson & Gua Sha Tools
• Therapuetic Cupping
• Compex Muscle Re-education and Performance Units
• Fully Stocked OTC and Prescription Medicine Pharmacy &
Physician’s office
• Wii - Hab
