Release courtesy York Athletic Communications
JAMAICA, N.Y. - York College has appointed
LaTonja Lee, MS, ATC, PES, as Head Athletic Trainer, bringing extensive experience across secondary schools, collegiate athletics, professional sports, private performance settings, and elite youth competition.
"Serving in the role at York means being a trusted, consistent advocate for student-athletes. My focus would be delivering high quality care, communicating clearly with coaches and medical staff, and creating an environment where athletes feel supported as whole individuals. I want the student-athletes to feel confident in their care, educated about their health, and empowered to perform at their best. Ultimately, my goal is to help them leave York College a healthier, more resilient, and prepared for life beyond sports." - LaTonja Lee, MS, ATC, PES
At York, Lee oversees sports medicine operations with an emphasis on athlete health, injury risk reduction, and long-term wellness. Prior to this role, Lee held collegiate appointments at Fordham University (2021-22) and Molloy University (2018-21), where she supported multiple NCAA programs, including men's basketball, golf, women's volleyball, women's lacrosse, and women's tennis. Earlier in her career, Lee coordinated care for more than 250 student-athletes at Purchase College from 2013-18, and began her professional journey as Head Athletic Trainer at Wantagh High School (2011-13).
In 2023, Lee worked with St. Francis College in Brooklyn, contributing to multidisciplinary care across several athletic teams while implementing modern manual therapy and movement-based strategies. She later expanded her clinical scope in New York City at Prehab, focusing on individualized performance programming, advanced rehabilitation technologies, and concussion-related assessment and recovery.
Her professional experience also includes high-level competitive environments. She has provided athletic training services for the New York Sharks of the Women's Professional Football League and supported elite basketball athletes at the Under Armour Elite 24 during the summers of 2015 and 2016, covering nationally recognized competitions and preparatory sessions. In 2025, Lee served as an athletic trainer at the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL) Peach Jam, delivering recovery-focused care using cutting-edge performance technologies for elite youth athletes.
A dedicated advocate for the profession, Lee has been an active member of the New York State Athletic Trainers' Association (NYSATA) Diversity and Inclusion Committee since 2015 and has served as its Chair since 2019. She has also been a member of the Scholarship Committee since 2020. Lee is an active member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) and has led outreach initiatives introducing young women to careers in athletic training through the Girl Scouts. A Girl Scout Gold Award recipient, she has organized programs such as *Women in Athletic Training* and *Girls Love Sports Medicine*, including a nationally recognized event held in conjunction with the 2023 NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo. In addition to her work with NATA and NYSATA, Lee is also a member of the Eastern Athletic Trainers' Association (EATA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
Lee earned her bachelor's degree in Human Biology with a concentration in Anthropology from the University at Albany in 2006 and her bachelor's and master's degree in Athletic Training from Long Island University–Brooklyn in 2010.
Across all settings, Lee is recognized for her adaptability, collaborative approach, and commitment to athlete-centered care.
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