Professor of Athletic Training
Interim Dean of the College of Health Sciences
Director of the Master of Science in Athletic Training Program
434.544.8522
bradney@lynchburg.edu
John M. Turner Health and Physical Education Center 205 and 339 College Street
Experience
- August 1999- May 2002, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, Springfield College, Springfield, Mass.
- September 1998 – July 1999, Athletic Trainer, Eastern Rehabilitation Network (Miss Porter’s School and New Britain High School)
- June 1997 – June 1998, Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio
- Summer 1996, Student Intern in Sports Medicine, Cleveland Clinic
Education and Certifications
- Doctor of Physical Education – Springfield College, May 2002
Dissertation Title: Attitudes of Coaches Regarding Eating Disorders - Master of Science in Athletic Training – Ohio University, June 1998
- Bachelor of Arts in Sports Medicine and Psychology – Ohio Wesleyan University, May 1997
- Current BOC certification
- Current ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support Instructor
Publications
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Awards
- Most Distinguished Athletic Trainer, Mid-Atlantic Trainers’ Association, 2022
- Athletic Trainer Service Award, National Athletic Trainers’ Association, 2018
- Athletic Trainer Service Award, Mid-Atlantic Trainers’ Association, 2018
- Educator of the Year, Virginia Athletic Trainers’ Association, 2012
Professional Affiliations
- Site visitor, Commission for the Accreditation on Athletic Training Education
- Board of Certification, Exam Development Committee
- NATA EducATionalist Cabinet
Professional Interests
- Lacrosse helmet removal
- Leadership style in athletic training leadership
- Perceived stress and empathy in athletic trainers
Personal Information
I enjoy spending time with my husband, my daughters, and our dogs. I also enjoy running, yoga, and traveling. When I have the time, I like a good book or movie.