Tennessee State University

Ashley Goist serves as an athletic training professional with a diverse background in collegiate athletics and healthcare management. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training from Midwestern State University before continuing her education at University of Saint Mary, where she completed her Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management in 2020.

Goist began her professional career during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic at Bacone College, Oklahoma’s only historically Black college or university and one of the westernmost institutions of its kind at the time. She later returned to the University of Saint Mary as a graduate assistant athletic trainer, gaining hands-on experience in student-athlete care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation while completing her graduate degree.

Originally from Green, Ohio, Goist brings a strong foundation in athletic training, combined with a healthcare-focused business background, allowing her to support student-athletes through both clinical expertise and a broader understanding of healthcare operations.