Pacific Lutheran University Athletics

Kyra Balikov joins the PLU Athletics staff as an assistant athletic trainer in the summer of 2024. 

Balikov joins the Lutes after working for Inspire Physical Therapy for three years as the Head Athletic Trainer at Tumwater High School. 
 
Balikov holds a master's degree in science in athletic training from Whitworth University. While there, she worked with conference rival Whitworth along with the Community Colleges of Spokane, and Mount Spokane High School. Balikov earned a bachelor's degree in human physiology from Gonzaga University.