Staff Directory
- Title:
- Athletic Trainer
ASSIGNMENTS–Swim & Dive
- Email:
- Phone:
- 412-484-9275
Alison Maddox joined the University of Pittsburgh Sports Medicine Department in June of 2024 as the Athletic Trainer for Men’s and Women’s Swimming & Diving. She is a board-certified athletic trainer and licensed through the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. Maddox holds certifications in BLS/CPR, BFR, Dry Needling, and Mental Health First Aid. In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she is also a preceptor for Pitt’s athletic training program.
Before working in Pitt’s Sport Medicine Department, Maddox received her bachelor’s degree from Denison University in Health, Exercise, and Sports Studies in 2019. While at Denison, she was a four-year member of the Track & Field team and interned in the training room in support of the football program. This led to a summer athletic training internship with the Atlanta Falcons in 2018. She then went on to complete her Master’s in Athletic Training at Northern Arizona University in 2021. During this time, she assisted with support of the Arizona State University Football and Lacrosse programs as well as Tempe High School. Prior to her arrival in Pittsburgh, Maddox worked as the Beach Volleyball Athletic Trainer at Arizona State University from 2021-2023 and as an Assistant Athletic Trainer at Ottawa University-Surprise from 2023-2024.
Alison is originally from Cincinnati, Ohio and she is currently residing in Downtown Pittsburgh.
Beyond the Bio
What is your favorite thing to do in the city of Pittsburgh?
My favorite thing to do in Pittsburgh is trying new restaurants. I am a huge foodie and there are so may good places try here!
What do you love most about working in athletics?
For me, I always knew that I had a passion for sports but also a passion for healthcare. Athletic training is the perfect intersection of these to me. There is nothing more rewarding to me than seeing an athlete perform at their best and knowing that I played a small role in helping them get there. Working in athletics also gives the team environment that I grew up in and the competitive atmosphere that pushes me to be the best that I can be every day.
What is your favorite aspect of working in Pitt’s athletic department?
My favorite aspect has been how it really feels like a big family here at Pitt. Everyone truly cares about how you’re doing and is willing to help you with anything you might need.
