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At Moisés E. Molina High School, Athletic Trainer Bianca Broughton is making a significant impact on her students' lives, driven by a personal experience that inspired her career.
A torn ACL injury during her junior year of high school led Broughton to discover her passion for athletic training. It was her high school Athletic Trainer who helped her with rehabilitation and therapy, sparking her interest in the field.
Now, Broughton is paying it forward, mentoring students and helping them realize their potential.
"One of my favorite things is having the opportunity to mentor the kids that we have on campus– to show them that they can go into the world and do bigger and better things."
Her dedication has even inspired some of her former students to pursue careers as Athletic Trainers, many of whom have returned to thank her and share their experiences.
With 12 years of experience, including eight at Dallas ISD, Broughton is a graduate of Baylor University and the University of North Texas. Her role at Molina High School involves more than just treating injuries; she educates athletes and coaches about injury prevention, nutrition, and overall wellness.
“We work with our team to get them better—to get back to being able to do what they were doing before."
Athletic Trainers play a crucial role in the district, ensuring students can return to their sports and daily activities.
"Rehabilitating student-athletes could involve anything from ankle sprains to broken bones—things that can happen when playing a sport."
Last month, National Athletic Training Month celebrated the contributions of Athletic Trainers like Broughton with the theme “From Head to Toe,” highlighting the comprehensive care they provide. Corey Eaton, assistant director of the Athletic Department overseeing sports medicine, praised Broughton’s dedication:
“Bianca goes above and beyond and is always a consummate professional who takes care of her student-athletes. She is reaching our students with student engagement and creating positive experiences for them.”
The district’s 41 Athletic Trainers are vital to the health and success of student-athletes, often serving as the primary medical providers. Broughton's impact extends beyond her school; she was recently elected president of the North Texas Athletic Training Association.
She advocates for increased representation of women in athletic training, especially in college and professional sports.
"If your dream is to be an Athletic Trainer for an NFL team, do it anyway because there are a lot of different opportunities for females. So I would tell a young Athletic Trainer, if that’s what you want to do, just shoot forward and go and do it."
Broughton’s story is a testament to the dedication and influence of Athletic Trainers who not only treat injuries but also inspire the next generation to achieve their dreams.
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