Kalie J. Swain has built a distinguished career in athletic training, with extensive experience in injury management, rehabilitation, and athlete development. She is the senior associate athletic trainer for baseball at Texas A&M University. Ms. Swain plays an integral role in ensuring the health and performance of student-athletes by overseeing injury prevention strategies, rehabilitation programs, and direct care during practices. She also facilitates communication between athletes, team physicians, and coaching staff, ensuring a comprehensive approach to sports medicine. Ms. Swain’s academic foundation has been instrumental in shaping her career in athletic training. She earned a master’s degree in kinesiology from A.T. Still University and a bachelor’s degree in athletic training from California State University Long Beach. Her education provided her with a strong understanding of sports medicine principles, injury prevention techniques, and rehabilitation strategies, all of which have been critical to her professional success.
Before joining Texas A&M University, Ms. Swain was the assistant director of sports medicine at the University of Missouri. In this role, she expanded her expertise in managing sports medicine programs, further solidifying her leadership in the field. She also worked as an assistant athletic trainer at Elon University, where she developed individualized injury prevention and rehabilitation plans for athletes. Her time in collegiate athletics followed an impressive tenure with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where she served as a minor league athletic trainer. She contributed to two championship-winning teams within the Dodgers’ minor league system, first with Great Lakes and again with the Tulsa Drillers.
Ms. Swain began her athletic training career as a substitute athletic trainer for the Huntington Beach Union High School District. She also gained valuable experience as an athletic trainer intern with the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes, further solidifying her injury management and athlete care foundation. Her dedication to excellence in sports medicine has remained a consistent theme throughout her career, leading her to become a trusted professional. Among her most significant career achievements, Ms. Swain considers reaching the College World Series with Texas A&M University her highest personal accomplishment, having come just one game short of a national title. She takes great pride in her role in helping athletes reach their highest potential and values the opportunity to contribute to their professional and personal growth. She remains committed to fostering a culture of excellence in athletic training, ensuring that athletes receive the best care and support throughout their careers.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Ms. Swain enjoys walking her dogs and engaging in leatherwork. She is passionate about advocating for the role of athletic trainers in sports, particularly in injury prevention and emergency medicine. Looking ahead, she aims to continue guiding and mentoring athletes as they pursue careers in professional baseball, providing them with the tools and resources needed to succeed at the highest level. Her dedication to athlete health, injury prevention, and rehabilitation underscores her commitment to advancing the field of athletic training and making a lasting impact on the sports community.