Athletic Training
The Cairn University Athletic Training Department is dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to support the health, safety, and performance of our student-athletes. Our certified athletic trainers work collaboratively with team physicians, coaches, and campus healthcare providers to deliver injury prevention, emergency care, clinical evaluation and diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and return-to-play management for athletic-related injuries and medical conditions. We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment that promotes the overall well-being of our student-athletes while helping them succeed both on the field and in the classroom.
Required Athletic Paperwork
All incoming freshmen, transfer student-athletes, and returning student-athletes are required to complete their athletic medical paperwork prior to participation in any team-related athletic activities for the 2026–2027 academic year. The Athletic Training Department carefully reviews all submitted documentation to help ensure the health, safety, and medical readiness of each student-athlete.
Incoming freshmen and transfer student-athletes must create a SportsWare account using the link provided below and complete all required medical forms and uploads. Returning student-athletes are not required to obtain a new physical examination unless otherwise notified by the Athletic Training Department.
In accordance with NCAA requirements, all student-athletes must upload documentation of a Sickle Cell Solubility Test result to their SportsWare account. Previous test results are accepted.
All required paperwork and documentation must be completed and submitted by August 1, 2026. The student-athletes who have not completed all requirements will not be permitted to participate in practices, workouts, team activities, or competition until all requirements have been satisfied.
Pre-Season Screenings
All incoming freshmen and transfer student-athletes will complete pre-season concussion baseline testing using SWAY prior to athletic participation. Additional information regarding testing dates and instructions will be communicated during the pre-season compliance meeting. Returning student-athletes who have previously completed baseline testing will not be required to re-test unless otherwise directed by the Athletic Training Department.
Click here to view a Concussion Education Video
Insurance Coverage for Athletic Participation
All student-athletes participating in intercollegiate athletics at Cairn University are required to maintain active personal medical insurance coverage throughout their athletic participation. Coverage may be obtained through a family or parent insurance plan, an individual marketplace plan, or the university's student health insurance plan. Proof of current insurance coverage must be provided and kept up to date with the Athletic Training Department.
Supplemental Athletic Insurance
Cairn University provides supplemental athletic injury insurance coverage through BMI Benefits, LLC for athletic-related injuries resulting from accidents that occur during participation in intercollegiate athletics. This supplemental coverage applies after the student-athlete's primary insurance policy has processed the claim and all applicable deductibles, co-payments, and primary insurance responsibilities have been met.
In order for BMI Benefits to process claims, they require an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from the primary insurance company showing payment or non-payment, along with a completed insurance claim form. For injuries requiring medical care outside of Cairn University, the Athletic Training Department will work with the student-athlete to complete and submit the necessary claim documentation to BMI Benefits.
If a student-athlete receives any medical bills related to an athletic injury, it is the responsibility of the student-athlete to provide those bills and supporting documentation to the Athletic Training staff so they may be forwarded appropriately for claim processing.
The NCAA also provides catastrophic injury insurance coverage for student-athletes at member institutions. Additional information regarding NCAA insurance coverage can be found through the NCAA Official Website.
Athletic Training Department
Head Athletic Trainer
Christian Rupprecht, LAT, ATC
200 Manor Ave.
Langhorne, PA 19047
215-702-4410 (office)
215-702-4401 (fax)
crupprecht@cairn.edu
Assistant Athletic Trainer
Joshua Berg MS, ATC, PES
200 Manor Ave.
Langhorne, PA 19047
215-702-4410 (office)
215-702-4401 (fax)
jberg@cairn.edu
Team Physician
Sommer Hammoud, MD
Rothman Orthopedics
