Courtesy of GSU Athletic Communications
Grambling State University Vice President for Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Trayvean D. Scott has announced the commencement of renovations to the GSU Track & Field Facility.
“Our student-athletes and coaches deserve first-class facilities,” said Dr. Scott. “Our track and field facility was in desperate need of a renovation. This project not only gives our student-athletes a place to practice safely and efficiently, but also opens doors for track meets to return to our wonderful campus”
Upgrades to the track & field facility includes resurfacing the track surface, the long jump and triple jump runways, the high jump apron, and fixing drainage at the facility.
“The renovation of the outdoor facility helps us in so many ways, “Said Head Track & Field Coach LaMonte Vaughn. “It helps our student athletes train at higher levels, it helps us recruit at a higher level, it helps our staff and program operate logistically at higher efficiency levels, it is a morale boost to our students and staff and shows the commitment by our administration to give our program a safe, sustainable place to continue to pursue excellence. We are very excited and thankful for this resource.”
Grambling State Athletics has been committed to improving the student-athlete experience, making multiple athletic facility upgrades since 2021 with more on the horizon.
Completed facility enhancements:
- New netting systems at the women’s soccer and softball complexes
- Brand new walls and dugouts as well as upgraded drainage at the GSU softball complex
- Upgraded meeting rooms for men’s and women’s basketball programs.
