Strength: Pioneer Style

The transition from high school to college basketball usually includes an increase in work done in the weight room. As a program we view lifting as performance enhancing and injury prevention (especially knee injuries!).
In the post season, we prioritize lifting and individual skill development. The team continues to train together (under the guidance of our elder athletes) during the spring both in the weight room and on the court!

Our strength and conditioning coach helps to put together an out-of-season lifting program for our women! We use Olympic style lifts (Squats and Cleans) as well as unilateral and body weight exercises.

Over the last few years the Pioneers have gotten much stronger and we have seen the results on the court! As we think about next year- we know that strength, conditioning, and skill development will be essential as we kick butt in the MWC!!!