Staten Island, New York (May 4, 2026) – JAG Physical Therapy, one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams in over 170 locations across the Northeast, opened its athletic training center at Moore Catholic High School in Staten Island. The center marks a pivotal milestone for its athletics, ensuring student athletes have access to reliable, immediate care.
The opening of the athletic training center celebrates the transformative addition to the school’s athletic program and benefits all 13 sports departments. The center, staffed by JAG Physical Therapy athletic trainers, provides top-tier care, injury prevention and rehabilitation. The on-site services are a key component of the school’s commitment to student wellness by helping athletes train, compete and recover with expert guidance and comprehensive support.
Nicole Burt, JAG Physical Therapy Athletic Trainer at Moore Catholic, shared: “Having an athletic training room on site gives the student athletes of Moore Catholic immediate access to injury evaluation, prevention, and treatment without having to leave school. It also strengthens the relationship between JAG Physical Therapy and our high school athletes by connecting them with one of our clinical settings in a timely manner when additional rehabilitation services are needed.”
Michael Ponsiglione, Athletic Director at Moore Catholic, shared his excitement about the partnership and the support it provides student-athletes, saying, “Since we’ve begun our collaboration with JAG Physical Therapy, our student-athletes have the luxury of being treated for injuries and getting pre-game treatment by a professional staff. This is a major step for us in keeping our athletes healthy and game-ready.”
John A. Gallucci Jr., President and CEO of JAG Physical Therapy, said of this opening, “I take immense pride in having two athletic training rooms now operating within Staten Island schools. This is a meaningful step towards ensuring student-athletes have direct access to the care they need, right when they need it. At JAG Physical Therapy, we strive to create lasting impact in our communities. Being able to support students' health and safety in the borough I grew up in, is a meaningful milestone.”
About JAG Physical Therapy
JAG Physical Therapy is one of the fastest growing comprehensive physical and occupational therapy practices providing rehabilitative care to patients and sports teams in over 170 locations throughout New York City’s five boroughs, as well as in New Jersey, Westchester, Rockland, Long Island, and Pennsylvania. JAG Physical Therapy specializes in general orthopedic, sports and soft tissue injuries with a personalized treatment plan for each patient. JAG Physical Therapy is the official provider of physical therapy for sports teams such as New York City FC, New Jersey Devils, Columbia University Athletics, and Princeton University Athletics. For more information on JAG Physical Therapy, visit jagpt.com and find JAG on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.
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