The “House of Football” hosted the National Athletic Training Conference, organized by the Education Department of the Albanian Football Association (FSHF), with a focus on professional development for athletic trainers.

About 50 athletic trainers attended the event. They updated their knowledge on the latest technologies and methods in athletic training. Discussions covered the use of GPS systems and live performance monitoring, and how these tools can improve athlete preparation and results.

The conference also addressed the current status of the athletic trainer profession. Speakers focused on new licensing requirements and qualification standards in football clubs. Organizers introduced a new training and licensing path through the UEFA B Fitness Coach course, now essential for professional advancement.

Experts from the field led the seminar. Iris Selimi, fitness coach of the national team, and Erion Meta, head of goalkeeper training, shared their expertise. Special guest Daniele Cenci from Italy, fitness coach at K-Sport, also contributed.

National Team coach Silvinho joined the event and spoke about the key role of athletic trainers in a football squad.

At the end, the conference awarded the prestigious “Golden Stopwatch” to Andri Babaj of KF Egnatia as Athletic Trainer of the Year. Silvinho handed him the award, based on votes from the participants. The award honors national achievement and excellence in the profession.

The event offered a strong opportunity for trainers to deepen their expertise, share experience, and discuss the challenges and opportunities of modern football.

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