Eastern Illinois University Athletics

Samantha McCarthy joined the Eastern Illinois athletic training staff in October of 2026.  She will serve as the trainer for the EIU women's basketball program while assisting in other areas for the Panthers Sports Medicine program.

McCarthy comes to EIU following a clinical experience working at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where she earned both her bachelor's degree (2024) and master's degree (2026).  During her time at UW Stevens Point she worked with women's basketball while assisting with several other sports including spring football, swimming, men's soccer, track & field and others.  She also has athletic training experience working at Waupaca High School.