Football
Ramirez, Michael

Michael Ramirez
- Title:
- Associate A.D./Head Athletic Trainer
- Email:
- Michael.Alan.ramirez@ttu.edu
- Phone:
- (806) 834-3821
Professional Information
Michael Ramirez enters his ninth season on the Texas Tech staff in 2025 and his third as Director of Football Sports Medicine. Michael also oversees the men’s and women’s golf teams.
Work Experience
- Texas Tech University – Director of Football Medicine, M/W Golf, - 2022-present
- Texas Tech University – Associate Athletic Trainer - Football, 2018-22
- Texas Tech University – Assistant Athletic Trainer- Football, 2017-18
- Desert Ridge High School (Gilbert, AZ) – Head Athletic Trainer, 2015-17
- Deer Park High School (Deer Park, TX) – Athletic Trainer - 2013-15
- Houston Texans – Intern Athletic Trainer, 2011-13
Education
- Texas Tech University Health Science Center – Master of Athletic Training, May 2011
- Arizona State University - Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, May 2009
Professional Affiliations and Certifications
- National Athletic Training Association Member
- National Strength and Conditioning Association - Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist - 2015
- Certification in Applied Functional Science – 2015
- Myofascial Decompression Therapy, 2016
- Dry Needling Certification, 2019
- IV Access and Fluid Administration Certification (2019)
- Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist (2020)
- Fascial Distortion Model Certification – Full Body (2021)
Courses Taught
- Guest Lecturer Texas Tech University Health Science Center – School of Health Professions - Master of Athletic Training Program
- High School - Sports Medicine I, II, III (Internship)
Family & Other Activities
Michael resides in Lubbock with his wife, Lizzy, kids, Rory and Banks, and Goldendoodle, Lady.
Lectures, Presentations & Publications
- Blood Flow Restriction Training, Sports Medicine Interest Group – Texas Tech University Health Science Center - 2020
- Blood Flow Restriction Training, West Texas Athletic Trainers’ Society Symposium 2019.