"I am passionate about college athletics as it provides access to higher education to young women and men with God-given academic and athletic talents, many of whom are first generation. There is perhaps no greater training ground than college athletics for success in life." - Gene Smith, Senior Vice President & Wolfe Foundation Endowed Athletics Director
about the SCHUMAKER
The Schumaker will provide a state-of-the-art facility for the nutritional, physical, and psychological development of student-athletes on 33 teams at Ohio State. Over 800 student-athletes will lift, condition, train, and rehabilitate injuries in the complex, while also benefiting from nutritional and mental preparation for peak performance.
This new facility will be the training “hub” for 33 Olympic sport teams. It will be located in the heart of the Athletic District and connected to the iconic Woody Hayes Athletic Center at the Les Wexner Football Complex.
Strength and training facilities are used year-round by student-athletes to enhance their fitness levels and reach their potential. These facilities are classrooms linked to athletic success.
By providing this greatly enhanced environment for collaboration, innovation and learning, Ohio State will attract an increased number of Olympic caliber student-athletes, as well as providing an optimal training facility for all the student-athletes already attending the Ohio State University.