The Champagne II File
Joined VT Athletics Staff: 2026
Athletic Training Experience: 14 Years
Hometown: Houma, LA
High School: Vandebilt Catholic High School (La.)
Education: Louisiana State University (2012) Bachelor of Science
University of Nebraska- Lincoln (2014) Education Administration
Family: Wife - Jordan; Daughter - Aria; Son - Carver; Dog - Rocky
Professional Certifications:
Dry Needling Level 1 Certification
FMS Level 1 Certification
FMT Blades IASTM Certification
Blood Flow Restriction Rehabilitation Specialist Owens Recovery
Myofascial Release Functional Integration
NATA Master Preceptor
ART Lower Extremity Level 1
Mental Health First Aid
Professional Rescuer/ First Aid
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TRAINING TIMELINE |
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| Seasons | Organization/School | Title |
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2023-2026 |
Penn State University |
Senior Professional Athletic Trainer Football |
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2021-2023 |
Penn State University |
Medical Director of Sports Camps |
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2018-2023 |
Penn State University |
Assistant Athletic Trainer- Football |
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2016-2018 |
Texas Tech University |
Associate Athletic Trainer-Football |
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2015-2016 |
Texas Tech University |
Interim Head Athletic Trainer- Football |
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2014-2015 |
Texas Tech University |
Assistant Athletic Trainer- Football |
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2012-2014 |
University of Nebraska |
Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer- Football |
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2011 |
Houston Texans |
Summer Intern |
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2010 |
Houston Texans |
Summer Intern |
| POSTSEASON GAMES | ||
| Seasons | Organization/School | Game |
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2025 |
Penn State University |
Pinstripe Bowl |
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2024 |
Penn State University |
CFP Semi Final Orange Bowl |
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2024 |
Penn State University |
CFP Quarterfinal Fiesta Bowl |
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2024 |
Penn State University |
CFP First Round |
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2024 |
Penn State University |
Big Ten Championship |
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2023 |
Penn State University |
Peach Bowl |
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2022 |
Penn State University |
Rose Bowl |
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2021 |
Penn State University |
Outback Bowl |
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2019 |
Penn State University |
Cotton Bowl Classic |
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2018 |
Penn State University |
Citrus Bowl |
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2017 |
Texas Tech University |
Birmingham Bowl |
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2015 |
Texas Tech University |
Texas Bowl |
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2014 |
University of Nebraska |
Gator Bowl |
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2013 |
University of Nebraska |
Capital One Bowl |
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2012 |
University of Nebraska |
Big Ten Championship |
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2012 |
Louisiana State University |
SEC Outdoor Track & Field Championship |
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2010 |
Louisiana State University |
Capital One Bowl |
Starting his 15th year in the profession, Raymond has an unmatched level of experience across all Power 4 conferences. He plans to elevate the Virginia Tech medical team and bring them into the national spotlight for a elite level of care that is both progressive and transformational while cultivating an elite educational experience within the department.

