Mitchell College Sports Medicine
Athletic Trainers (ATs) are health care professionals who collaborate with physicians. The services provided by ATs are comprised of injury prevention, emergency care, clinical diagnosis, therapeutic intervention and rehabilitation of injuries and medical conditions. ATs work under the direct supervision of physicians, as prescribed by state licensure statutes.
Staff
Shay Ventresca
Director of Sports Medicine
860-701-3518
ventresca_s@mitchell.edu
Dr. Jonathan Piposar, MD
Team Physician
Orthopedic Partners
11 Industrial Park Road Niantic, CT 06357
Location
1st Floor of Yarnall Athletic Center
Hours of Operation
Hours vary based on practice and game schedules
• Weekly schedules will be posted on the Athletic Training Room door.
• The Athletic Training Room will close 30 minutes after the last contest is over.
Important Information
Mitchell College Emergency Action Plan
Mitchell College Concussion Protocol
Student-Athlete Medical Forms
Athletic Training Room Policies
The Athletic Training Room is a medical facility and a shared space for ALL Mariner Athletes. Please help us keep this a SAFE and WELCOMING space for EVERYONE by helping with the following:
• The Athletic Training Room (ATR) is a healthcare facility. Anyone whose behavior does not meet this standard may be asked to leave.
• Weekly schedules will be posted on the ATR door. Student-athletes must be supervised or have permission from the athletic trainer to enter ATR outside of posted hours.
• All student-athletes must sign in before receiving any treatment or using the facility.
• Taping and treatments are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. ATR staff will not be responsible for tardiness to practice due to treatment delays.
• Treatment will not be administered during team practices or games unless previously approved by athletic trainers and coaching staff.
• Student-athletes receiving taping will have to undergo an evaluation, as well as actively participate in a rehabilitation plan, unless there is an established care plan with the AT.
• Rehabilitation attendance is mandatory. Missed or skipped sessions without prior notice may result in delayed return-to-play and coach notification.
• No cleats or sporting equipment are allowed in the ATR. Shoes must be removed before lying on treatment tables.
• No horseplay, profanity, or other distracting behaviors allowed in the ATR.
• No eating or drinking is permitted in the ATR.
• Cell phone use is prohibited unless explicitly approved by AT.
• Do not remove or borrow equipment or supplies without AT staff approval.
• Student-athletes may not self-administer medications. All medications must be documented and distributed by the athletic trainer.
• Dress appropriately for treatment or rehabilitation. Shirts and proper footwear are required.
• Student-athletes are not permitted to treat themselves or dictate their plan of care. All clinical decisions are made by the certified athletic trainer in collaboration with the team physician.
Visiting Team Information
A certified athletic trainer will be available at all home contests. If your team is travelling without an athletic trainer, we ask that you please notify us in advance. Teams travelling without an athletic trainer will not have access to modalities besides ice after competition. A stocked medical kit is requested for pre-game taping, as well as a note with any specific taping requests. Teams will be provided with water on the bench. The athletic trainer on duty will have an AED, splint bag, and injury ice.
Additional Information
NCAA Concussion
NCAA Sickle Cell Trait
NCAA Performance Hydration
NCAA Assess Your Hydration Status
NCAA Sleep Wellness
NCAA Understanding Dietary Supplements
