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Lincoln Trail College is proud to announce the opening of The Barn, a state-of-the-art athletic performance center designed to enhance the training and development of its student-athletes. Located on the LTC campus, The Barn features a comprehensive weight room, modern cardiovascular equipment, and an indoor training facility for baseball and softball that can also be adapted for indoor soccer practice. This multifunctional approach ensures that student-athletes from various sports can benefit from top-notch training environments year-round.
The Barn includes three locker rooms, a dedicated private space for an athletic trainer, and a concessions stand that will serve outdoor athletic events. Additionally, the upper portion of the building offers ample storage space for equipment and supplies. Weight training and cardiovascular equipment in The Barn was donated by Crawford Memorial Hospital.
鈥淭he Barn represents a significant investment in our athletic programs and our students鈥 success,鈥 said Tona Ambrose, president of Lincoln Trail College. 鈥淲e are committed to providing our student-athletes with the resources they need to excel both on and off the field. This facility will serve as a cornerstone of our athletics program and will help us foster a winning culture.鈥
Jenny Saad, athletic director at LTC, emphasized the importance of The Barn in enhancing the student-athlete experience. 鈥淲ith The Barn, we have created a versatile training environment that will support our athletes in their pursuit of excellence. Whether it's strength training, skill development, or rehabilitation, our athletes will have access to top-notch facilities and services that can adapt to their diverse needs. We are thrilled to see how this facility will contribute to the growth of our athletic programs and the personal development of our student-athletes.鈥
The Barn is an exciting upgrade to the Ragon-Parker Fitness Center, which was located in downtown Robinson but closed by the City of Robinson. This new facility is now conveniently located on campus, making it easier for our student-athletes and coaches to access training and support. 鈥淗aving our athletic facilities on campus is essential for our student-athletes and coaches,鈥 said Tona Ambrose, president of Lincoln Trail College. 鈥淲e want to provide our athletes with everything they need to succeed in one location, making training and practices more convenient and effective.鈥
The Barn ties into Statesmen Park, which is LTC鈥檚 vision for a comprehensive athletics facility on campus. Statesmen Park features two soccer fields, the College鈥檚 baseball facility (Parker Field), and now The Barn.