A group of students from Mr. Joseph Amicucci and Dr. Katrina Presler’s Medical Career Club and Sports Medicine classes recently had the opportunity to attend Seton Hall University’s Athletic Training Student Day on March 20, 2026. Held on the university’s Nutley campus, the event brought together students from four high schools for a full day of hands-on learning and friendly competition.
The day began with introductions from Seton Hall’s faculty, staff, and first- and second-year Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) students, setting a welcoming and professional tone. Students then heard from a guest paramedic speaker, who provided insight into how medical professionals prioritize patient care during mass casualty events and in high-pressure clinical settings.
Following the presentation, students rotated through five interactive stations led by the MSAT students. These stations included CPR training, where students practiced chest compressions and learned how to use an Ambu-bag, as well as sessions on the Anatomage Table, a cutting-edge 3D anatomy visualization and virtual dissection tool. Additional stations featured a virtual escape room challenge requiring students to complete an injury evaluation, a mass casualty triage simulation, and instruction in orthopedic special tests used to assess and diagnose musculoskeletal injuries.
One of the most memorable experiences was the triage virtual reality scenario. MSAT students wore VR headsets while high school participants guided them through emergency situations, viewing the simulation in real time on a connected screen. The activity offered a unique glimpse into the decision-making and communication skills required in emergency medical care.
After a break for lunch, the day concluded with a high-energy Sports Medicine Jeopardy competition hosted on Kahoot. Each school was represented by two players, competing across a total of 20 questions. The contest quickly became intense. Early on, a team from another high school dominated the leaderboard, answering review questions from the day with impressive speed.
However, the momentum shifted as the questions transitioned to broader sports medicine topics. Shore’s students rose to the challenge, consistently answering correctly and climbing the rankings while other teams struggled to keep pace. By the 17th question, Shore held both first and second place, and maintained their lead through the final round, securing a clean sweep.
The victory sparked an enthusiastic celebration among Shore students and provided an exciting conclusion to a day filled with learning, collaboration, and real-world application. The experience not only reinforced classroom knowledge but also gave students valuable exposure to the dynamic field of athletic training.
