Name:
Gabriel Casanova, DAT, MS, LAT, ATC, CES, CKTP
Current Title:
Director of Athletic Training – Swimming and Diving; Golf
Began at FIU:
Returned to FIU Athletics in June 2023
Education:
FIU, 2022 with a Doctorate of Athletic Training
FIU, 2006 Masters of Physical Education with Sports Management Emphasis
FIU, 2002 with a Bachelors of Sports and Exercise Science
Certifications/Professional Development:
Corrective Exercise Specialist
Foundations in Dry Needling for Orthopedic Rehab & Sport Performance, Structure and Function (SFDN1)
Certified Kenisio-Tape Practitioner
Certified in Administering IV Lines
Previous Positions/Jobs Held (titles and years):
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital – U18 Sports Medicine, Program Manager, 2018 - 2023
FIU, Director of Athletic Training, 2012 - 2018
FIU. Head Baseball Athletic Trainer, 2008 - 2012
FIU, Assistant Football Athletic Trainer/Head Baseball Athletic Trainer, 2004 – 2008
Florida Marlins, Athletic Trainer, 2003 – 2004
Miami-Dade College, Director of Health and Wellness, 2002-2003
Southridge Senior High School, 2002
Baptist Out-Patient Physical Therapy, 1999-2002
Personal:
The South Florida native is married to Lisa Casanova, and lives in Miramar, Florida, with their daughter Madison, and their son Matthew.
