Jonathan Del Rosario

President: Jonathan Del Rosario

J.Delrosario@usa.edu

As the president of the Sports SIG of the Dallas campus, I look forward to promoting diversity throughout our campus and creating opportunities to grow this group. I am grateful for this opportunity to work with my officers to inspire others and build future relationships with our sponsors and faculty. I grew up playing soccer and running cross country and track in high school, which sparked an interest in exercise and human movement. I attained my bachelor's degree in exercise science from the University of Texas at Arlington. During my undergrad, I found out about physical therapy during my internship at an outpatient clinic. I had the opportunity to work with patients of all ages, guiding them along their rehab journey from start to finish. This is where I found my passion for Physical Therapy because I found the process of restoring people's health back to prior levels of function fulfilling. As a physical therapy technician for 4 years, I worked in outpatient orthopedics and sports with young athletes. In my free time, I enjoy powerlifting and running to keep my body healthy and moving. I am excited to lead this organization to inspire others and make a positive impact in the sports community.

Vice President: Calvin Kunu, SPT

C.Kunu@usa.edu

I graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos with a B.Ed. in Exercise and Sports Science. My passion for sports physical therapy and medicine began as an athlete. As a former basketball player and track and field athlete, I interacted frequently with athletic trainers, strength and conditioning coaches, and physical therapists. After PT school, I plan on getting my CSCS certification as part of my continuing education.

My goal as Vice President is to help build a strong and active community of SPTs who are passionate about sports physical therapy. I want to help connect students with professionals in the field, and share knowledge through workshops and seminars. I would like to support any projects that boost the growth and acknowledgment of sports PT in our organization.

Treasurer: Bria Jones, SPT, MS, L/ATC, CEASIII

B.Jones12@usa.edu

I’m Bria Jones, and will hold the position as Treasurer of the Sports SIG at the Dallas Campus. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where I overcame a personal hurdle by returning stronger after tearing my ACL—an experience that fueled my commitment to the field of physical therapy. Post graduation, I moved to Florida where I completed my Master’s degree in Athletic Training. 

As a certified Athletic Trainer and former intern for the Tennessee Titans, I bring a unique blend of personal resilience and professional expertise to our community. Prior to becoming a student at USA, I worked as an Injury Prevention Specialist at Amazon, navigating the realms of the industrial setting and ergonomics.

As Treasurer, I’m most excited about fostering a dynamic and inclusive community. I look forward to creating opportunities for connection, learning, and collective growth. 

Secretary: Anthony Nguyen, SPT

A.Nguyen15@usa.edu

As the Secretary of the Dallas Sports SIG, I am responsible for coordinating communication efforts, organizing meetings, and ensuring the group operates efficiently. I am a dedicated advocate for sports and physical activity. My passion stems from my extensive sports background growing up. Being involved in sports such as Taekwondo, tennis, ultimate frisbee, and basketball, I’ve witnessed numerous sport related injuries. This sparked my interest in sports rehabilitation. I graduated from the University of Texas at Dallas with a Bachelor’s in Healthcare Studies and a minor in Exercise Science. My experience with athletes includes over three years of volunteering and working at various outpatient clinics. Not only did I have the opportunity to work with elite athletes, but I also learned about the innovative interventions to treat diagnosis such as ACL reconstruction. There is nothing more rewarding than helping someone return to their normal function, if not stronger. I look forward to sharing my passion for sports rehabilitation, and I am driven to advance the goals of the Dallas Sports SIG. With my desire to make a positive impact, I am motivated to organize exciting events for the coming year.

Community Outreach: Michelle Chai, SPT

M.Chai@usa.edu

Growing up I participated in many sports like basketball and volleyball but I found my passion in powerlifting and dragonboat. I went to Thailand in 2019 to compete on Team USA in the Under 24 division for dragonboat and in 2021 I held a California state record for Bench Press in the Junior Women’s division. I graduated from San Diego State University with a Bachelor in Kinesiology with emphasis in Pre-Physical Therapy. I also worked as a personal trainer for 5 years and was able to greatly broaden my knowledge on the health effects of exercise on the human body.

As the Community Outreach Coordinator, I will be dedicated to creating opportunities for students to engage in various networking events with clinicians and professionals in the sports realm. I would like to expand our knowledge and understanding of physical therapy with a focus on treating various types of athletes. My background as an athlete has made me eager to take this opportunity to learn more about injury prevention and optimal performance in high level sports.