The University of West Alabama





Athletic Training & Sports Medicine Center

Michael Shields, ATC

 Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer

Michael Shields, ATCMichael Shields is beginning his first year at the University of West Alabama as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer.  Michael is pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching, Physical Education.  He began his Athletic Training career at Georgia Southern University, a CAATE accredited athletic training education program and graduated in May 2009 with a Bachelor's degree in Athletic Training and Exercise Science.  While at Georgia Southern University Michael primarily worked with Softball, Men’s Soccer, Statesboro High School, Volleyball, and Football.

Michael is a native Mississippian, loves all sports and the outdoors.   He is adjusting well to the small town of Livingston and loves it.

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