Gary Johnson | Athletic Trainer | Wrestling Support Staff | Wisconsin Badgers

- Men's Sports
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Hockey
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Wrestling
- Women's Sports
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Golf
- Hockey
- Lightweight Rowing
- Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming & Diving
- Tennis
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Buy Now
- Stay Connected
- Badgers App
- Badgers Sports Report
- Big Ten Network
- Email Updates
- Radio Broadcasts
- RSS Feeds
- Social Media
- Videos
- For Kids & Families
- Camps
- Tours
- Bucky's Buddies
- For Students
- AreaRED
- Special Events
- Crazylegs Classic Race/Walk
- Concerts & Special Events
- Wedding/Special Event Photos
- Our Stories
- Andy Baggot
- My Words
- Forging Firsts
- Facilities
- All Facilities
- Campus Map
- University Ridge
- Quick Links
- Chris McIntosh, Director of Athletics
- Mission Statement
- Staff Directory
- Athletic Department
- Administration
- Athletic Board
- BIOS
- Brand Communications
- Business Reports
- Compliance
- Guest Services
- Hospitality/Food & Beverage
- Policies & Procedures
- Spirit Squad
- History
- Hall of Fame
- History & Traditions
- W Club
- News Archives
- Work For The Badgers
- Employment
Shop

Wisconsin wrestling team photo at Minnesota's Maturi Pavilion after the Badgers defeated the Golden Gophers, 21-15, on the road. It was Wisconsin's first win against Minnesota since the 2010-11 season.

Photo by: Jessica Burda Leslie

Gary Johnson

Gary Johnson

Title:
Athletic Trainer
Email:
GBJ@athletics.wisc.edu
Phone:
608-262-8038
Sports & Areas of Focus:
Wrestling

Badgers Sports Medicine staff since: 2009
Professional credentials: MS, LAT, ATC, PT
NPI: 1689065518

Previous Professional Experience:

2005-2009, Head Athletic Trainer, Arizona State University
1993-2005, Head Athletic Trainer, San Diego State University
1987-1993, Assistant Director of Physical Therapy/Athletic Trainer, Purdue University

Education:

Master of Science, Athletic Training, Indiana University, 1987
Bachelor of Science, Physical Therapy, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1985

Additional Professional Certifications:

Graston Technique M1-Basic Training
Functional Dry Needling

Professional Memberships:

National Athletic Trainers’ Association
Wisconsin Athletic Trainers’ Association
Great Lakes Athletic Trainers’ Association

Hometown: West Allis, Wis.

Bio: Gary is the athletic trainer responsible for providing care for the UW wrestling program. Gary and his wife, Kirsta, have three children, Matthew, Kevin and Madison, and they reside in Madison. He enjoys fishing, skiing and attending his children’s functions.

Return to Sports Medicine Staff | Return to Wrestling

Chris Bono Weekly Press Conference || Wisconsin Wrestling || November 18, 2024

Monday, November 18

Chris Bono Weekly Press Conference || Wisconsin Wrestling || November 11, 2024

Monday, November 11

Seth Gross Media Conference || Wisconsin Wrestling || April 8, 2024

Monday, April 08

Chris Bono Media Conference || Wisconsin Wrestling || Feb. 19, 2024

Monday, February 19

Nicolar Rivera wrestles against NDSU.

Badgers dominate NDSU in season opener

Saturday, November 01

11/1 NDSU Cover Photo

No. 18 Badgers Open Their Season Against NDSU

Tuesday, October 28

Badger Wrestling Schedule 2025-26

Badgers announce 2025–26 wrestling slate

Monday, September 29

Lane Robinson Commitment graphic

Wrestling adds transfer Lane Robinson

Tuesday, July 15

University of Wisconsin

© 2025 Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System All rights reserved worldwide / University of Wisconsin-Madison Privacy Policy / Privacy Policy / Terms of Service Feedback, questions or accessibility issues: / contactus@uwbadgers.com / NCAA Infractions Case

Big Ten Plus