Craig Wilder

Biography

Craig Wilder joined Florida Atlantic University as an Assistant Athletic Trainer in August 2014 primarily working with Women's Soccer. In August 2017, Wilder was elevated to Director of Sports Medicine and in November of 2024 he was once again elevated to Associate AD/Sports Medicine (Head Athletic Trainer). Prior to joining FAU, Wilder spent the last two years as a Graduate Assistant Athletic Trainer at the University of Central Florida while earning a Master's Degree in Sport and Exercise Science with a focus in Applied Exercise Physiology. While at UCF, he worked predominately with Women's Volleyball, Crew, and Cheerleading. He was responsible for rehabilitation design and implementation, treatment facilitation, as well as injury prevention assessment, and evaluation for the athletes. From 2011-12, Wilder interned as an Athletic Trainer with the San Francisco 49ers where he assisted with daily treatments, practices, travel, and therapy of the players. Before joining the 49ers, he was an intern with MLS club Chivas USA from January 2011 until July 2011. Wilder is a Florida State Licensed NATABOC Certified Athletic Trainer and a member of the National Athletic Trainers' Association. Wilder earned a B.S. in Athletic Training in 2010 from Long Beach State University. He resides in Delray Beach, FL.