Foundation

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The BROC Foundation is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that supports the BROC Athletic Training Outreach Program. The BROC Foundation is also proud to present the following programs.

BROC, Rock & Wine

BROC, Rock & Wine is an annual fundraising event held each Fall that raises money for the BROC Foundation.

Athlete Physicals

Free Physicals for Middle School and High School Athletes in the Baton Rouge and surrounding areas.

Friday Night Clinic

BROC offers free services at their Friday Night Football Clinic every Friday at 9 PM during the ten regular weeks of football season for the local high school athletic community.

About The Foundation

The primary purpose of the Program is to utilize contributions to provide additional on-site care for the benefit of the community.

The BROC Foundation is a not-for-profit, registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the BROC Athletic Training Outreach Program. This program is committed to becoming the leader in athletic training outreach services and sports medicine coverage across the South Louisiana area, with the overall goal of ensuring the safety of children participating in youth sports.

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Our Mission

The mission of the BROC Athletic Training Outreach Program is to support local schools and athletic programs by facilitating and providing direct services throughout the community in the areas of:

  • Athletic Training Outreach & Support
  • Injury Education, Prevention & Safety
  • Equipment & Supplies for Injury Treatment
  • Recovery & Rehabilitation
  • Concussion Management
  • Clinical Research in Injury Management

Our Vision

By providing simple and direct access, immediate on-site care, and high quality education to our community, we will elevate the medical care received and ensure the safety of our active population.

Our Impact

Currently, the BROC Foundation actively supports youth athletic programs within East Baton Rouge, Ascension, and Livingston Parishes, with other areas planned in the near future.

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Thank You to Our Foundation Partners

Thank You to Our Foundation Schools

  • Baton Rouge Soccer
  • Catholic High School
  • Denham Springs
  • Doyle
  • Dutchtown
  • East Ascension
  • Episcopal
  • Live Oak
  • St. Amant
  • St. Joseph
  • Walker
  • Zachary
  • Baton Rouge Community College
  • Southern University
  • Donaldsonville
  • U High

Meet Our Athletic Trainers

Deanna Melancon MS, LAT, ATC
Deanna Rosato Melancon MS, LAT, ATC

Director of Sports Medicine Engagement BROC Foundation

Gena Falgout LAT, ATC
Gena Falgout LAT, ATC

Southern University

Jordan Robinson LAT, ATC
Jordan Robinson LAT, ATC

Catholic High School & St. Joseph’s Academy

Josh Dawsey MS, LAT, ATC
Josh Dawsey MS, LAT, ATC

Dutchtown High School

Caroline Nini, LAT, ATC

Zachary High School

Ryan Holmes, LAT, ATC
Ryan Holmes LAT, ATC

Walker High School

Amanda Swanson LAT, ATC
Amanda Swanson LAT, ATC

St. Amant High School

Tabitha Haralson, LAT, ATC
Tabitha Haralson LAT, ATC

BROC Foundation Coordinator

Kaleigh Vargas LAT, ATC
Kaleigh Vargas Thompson LAT, ATC

East Ascension High School

Kristen Hundertmark LAT, ATC
Kristen Hundertmark LAT, ATC

Zachary High School

Joy Melancon, LAT, ATC

Donaldsonville High School

Riley Proffer, DAT, LAT, ATC

Baton Rouge Soccer Club

Tiffany Gary, LAT, ATC

Baton Rouge Community College

Contact the BROC Foundation

Contact Deanna Rosato Melancon at 318-805-3600 or dmelancon@brortho.com