Westminster

Dawn M. Beckman, MS, ATC
Assistant Athletic Trainer

Dawn Beckman joined Westminster in 2019 as an Assistant Athletic Trainer, bringing more than 15 years of experience in sports medicine across schools, clubs, and national programs. She provides injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation for student-athletes, while also working closely with families, coaches, and medical staff to ensure comprehensive care.

Before returning to Westminster—where she previously served as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer from 2009–2011—Dawn was Head Athletic Trainer at Sacred Heart Greenwich (CT) and worked with both the U.S. Men's and Junior Men's National Field Hockey Teams, providing coverage at training camps and international competitions. She has also served as an athletic trainer for AGH Field Hockey Club and Pomfret School.

Education

• M.S., Sports Medicine – Georgia State University

• B.S., Athletic Training – Northeastern University

Credentials

• Licensed Athletic Trainer, State of Georgia

• Board of Certification (BOC), Athletic Training

• NATA Member

• American Heart Association Instructor Certified (since 2011)

Experience & Highlights

• Assistant Athletic Trainer, Westminster (2019–present; Graduate Assistant 2009–11)

• Head Athletic Trainer, Sacred Heart Greenwich (2011–19)

• Athletic Trainer, U.S. Men’s and Junior Men’s National Field Hockey Teams

  • Junior Men’s Test Series vs. Chile (2018)

  • U.S. Men’s & Junior Men’s Training Camps (2018)

• Athletic Trainer, AGH Field Hockey Club (2017–present)

• Assistant Athletic Trainer, Pomfret School (2007–08)