The Oklahoma Throwing Athlete Association | Throwing Athlete Injuries Oklahoma County

Our Mission

The Oklahoma Throwing Athlete Association (OTAA) was founded in 2021 as a complete resource for players, coaches, trainers, clinicians and parents for information regarding injuries in the throwing athlete.

Therapists, trainers, clinicians and surgeons throughout Oklahoma have combined to provide credible, scientific information and education to aid in the prevention and rehabilitation of injuries in the throwing athlete

Our vision is to be the leading authority on throwing injuries in Oklahoma and beyond. We hope to help throwing athletes of all ages and levels achieve their goals and enjoy their sport without compromising their health and well-being.

Athletic Care

Quality health care and injury prevention services to throwing athletes helping them recover quickly from injury and return to sports and athletics.
Education

Promote the knowledge and skills of throwing sports among athletes, coaches, and enthusiasts to ensure optimal performance in sporting activities.
Research

Using the latest, proven advances in the science and technology of throwing sports to help athletes stay ahead of the game.
Outreach

Provide valuable resources and opportunities for athletes and coaches in underserved areas across the community.

- Golden Arm -
Throwing Athlete of the Month

Payton Blackburn

September 2025

Payton is a 2029 RHP beginning her freshman year at Washington High School. She plays competitive travel ball for the Oklahoma Athletics. Payton possesses a rare natural ability-a distinct “feel” for pitching that can’t be taught! She has trained consistently with Be Complete Athletics since 2017. As she’s matured, she has worked through growing pains and periods of arm soreness. She has worked hard to build a smart, preventative arm care routine into her daily habit-ensuring she can stay strong, mobile and healthy for the long haul. She has developed into a poised pitcher with a fierce arsenal of pitches and is the kind of athlete who will make waves across Oklahoma softball and beyond!

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Medical Education Program: Shoulder and Elbow Lab

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2025 Injuries In The Throwing Athlete Conference

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