T.J. Zinke, Ed.D. ATC

Citation
The citation is as follows:
Zinke, Timothy J., Ross, Scott E., Brown, Pam K., & Mattacola, Carl G.. (2026). Early Sport Specialization is Associated With an Increased Odds of Chronic Injury in College Students. Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1123/jsr.2025-0425.”

At Grace we’re encouraged to show our students how all things are in, through, and for Christ, which brings a special joy to the vocation of teaching. I love that Grace students desire both academic excellence and Christ-centered teaching.

Early sport specialization

Chronic ankle instability

Christian perspectives on embodiment and fitness

American College of Sports Medicine

BOC Certified Athletic Trainer

Christian perspectives on embodied wellness; Biomechanics as they relate to injury prevention; Early sport specialization

I believe the job of a teacher is to ask good questions that get you to think.

I grew up in Japan and I also like to roast my own coffee.

Much of my time outside of work is spent in joyfully being a husband and father! I also enjoy reading good books, playing tennis and volleyball, and roasting my own coffee