Windsor High School is on the brink of unveiling a brand-new state-of-the-art strength facility, which is set to elevate the athletic experience for students and athletes alike.
With the new space almost ready for use, the excitement is palpable among students and staff.
Dan Calbreath, a project manager overseeing the construction of the new Strength/Band Room, shared that the building is scheduled for final inspections and a punch list review during the week of April 23.
“The building could be handed over to us as soon as those items are completed,” Calbreath said, signaling the facility’s imminent opening.
Despite the excitement, the project has not been without its challenges. “Our biggest struggles right now are coordinating our contractors with Brockmiller Construction and their contractors,” Calbreath added, noting the logistical complexities that come with such a large-scale project.
The new facility promises to bring many improvements to Windsor High School’s athletic programs, with modern equipment and an expansive, functional space.
Junior Owen Haegele said, “I’m most excited about the new equipment, bigger space, the turf, and the fact we wouldn’t have to leave the weight room to do other things,” Haegele said.
However, he also pointed out the importance of using the new facility to its full potential.
Haegele said, “I think the new strength room won’t have an effect unless we use it to its full extent and follow the coaches’ training.
Haegele also took a moment to express his gratitude for the school’s recognition of Coach Van Valkenburg’s contributions.
“We need to be very grateful our school realized the significance of Coach V and gave him the weight room he and all of us deserve. But with that being said, we can’t take it for granted,” he said.
Looking back at the progress of the project, Calbreath shared his personal connection to the process.
“I truly enjoy the whole process from beginning to end. If I had to pick one specific part, I guess it would be the design process. It amazes me how you can go from a blank sheet of paper to lines on the paper to a functioning finished product,” Calbreath said.
