Mount Marty Unveils Upgraded Weight Room Led by Rozy Performance

YANKTON, S.D. — Mount Marty University Athletics is proud to announce major upgrades to its strength and conditioning facility in the First Dakota Ruth Donohoe Fieldhouse, paired with the leadership of Mark Roozen ("Coach Rozy") and Rozy Performance - Powered by Avera.

Spanning 7,500 square feet with 38 power rack stations, Mount Marty's upgraded facility rivals premier Division I and II strength spaces nationwide. The facility equipment layout is set up for versatility and efficiency, easily accommodating roster-wide training across all Lancer sports. Creative programming paired with the room's expansive footprint allows multiple teams and student-athletes to train at full capacity simultaneously without overcrowding or operational bottlenecks.

Outfitted with top-of-the-line equipment, the facility delivers a world-class training environment built specifically for student-athlete development, injury prevention, and top-level preparation.

"Bringing this vision to life required an incredible amount of dedication and teamwork," said Assistant Athletic Director Jason Nelson. "From initial planning to final execution, our goal was to build a space that maximizes efficiency and elevates the everyday experience for our student-athletes. It's rewarding to see the project come together and immediately make an impact."

"Our upgraded weight room stands as a premier strength and conditioning center, delivering a world-class environment designed for roster-wide athletic development," said Athletic Director Andy Bernatow. "In partnership with Coach Rozy and his team, we are truly proud to provide our student-athletes with elite-level resources, coaching, and programming that elevate their everyday experience."

Championship Leadership: The Coach Rozy - Powered by Avera Advantage

Coach Rozy and Rozy Performance - Powered by Avera will direct Mount Marty's strength and conditioning efforts, delivering customized, sport-specific training programs for Lancer student-athletes. A nationally recognized strength authority holding credentials including CSCS, NSCA-CPT, TSAC-F, and Fellow of the NSCA (FNSCA), Roozen brings decades of elite experience at every level of sport.

Anchoring this operation is Coach Rozy's dedicated staff of four strength and conditioning coaches, backed by energetic graduate assistants. Together, they provide hands-on coaching and specialized programming tailored to every Lancer sport.

Coach Rozy's extensive career includes performance consulting and strength training with major NFL franchises, including the Cleveland Browns, Jacksonville Jaguars, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, Kansas City Chiefs, and Houston Texans. He has also trained elite Olympic athletes. As a former Certification Director and Board Member for the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), Coach Rozy brings training methodologies and injury-prevention protocols typically reserved for professional organizations directly to Mount Marty.

"This facility expansion represents a game-changing step forward for Lancer Athletics," said Mark Roozen ("Coach Rozy"). "With 38 stations and dedicated performance space, we can train whole teams together seamlessly, pushing each other to achieve peak performance, build resilience, and develop a championship mindset every day."

What Lancer Coaches Are Saying about the Facility and Coach Rozy  - Powered by Avera
 

• John Michaletti (Head Football Coach): "Having a 38-station facility allows us to bring our entire roster in at once, and paired with the elite guidance from Coach Rozy and his staff, the energy, culture, and physical development we build here directly translates to success on Saturdays."

• Collin Authier (Head Men's Basketball Coach): "Having coached at both the NCAA Division I and Division II levels, I am absolutely blown away by what we have built here at Mount Marty. When you look at the 7,500 square feet, the 38 stations, and the hands-on expertise from Coach Rozy and his staff, this facility rivals and even surpasses what many high-major programs offer. It is truly second to none."

• Dan Fitzsimmons (Head Track & Field / Cross Country Coach): "Having coached at the Division I level, I know firsthand what high-level athletic development requires. What we have created here in the fieldhouse is a top-tier training environment, pairing a massive, highly efficient facility with the elite knowledge of Coach Rozy and his staff to elevate our student-athletes' strength, speed, and overall performance."

• Sophia Lobo Paes (Head Volleyball Coach): "This top-of-the-line space gives us the room to build explosive power, and having Coach Rozy's staff on the floor guiding our movements directly elevates our team's performance on the court."

• Josh Teichroew (Head Baseball Coach): "To have 38 power rack stations right here in the fieldhouse backed by the expertise of Coach Rozy and his staff gives our players world-class resources to develop speed, power, and physical durability year-round."

• Cassandra Brown (Head Softball Coach): "Having played and coached at the NCAA Division I level, I can tell you that pairing a 38-station facility like this with the caliber of Coach Rozy and his staff is extremely rare. It provides our athletes with an elite environment that builds total confidence."

• Sheldon Spelman (Head Men's Soccer Coach): "Training entire squads simultaneously without operational bottlenecks builds incredible camaraderie, and having Coach Rozy and his coaches directing every station is a massive asset for athlete development and recruiting."

• Joe Chicks (Head Women's Soccer Coach): "Having a facility of this size allows our team to train together at the highest intensity, while the hands-on guidance from Coach Rozy and his coaching staff ensures our players build the physical strength, agility, and stamina required for match day."

The facility officially opened to the campus community and student-athletes this fall, establishing a major competitive advantage for Lancer Athletics in recruiting and student-athlete development.

Link to video of the First Dakota Ruth Donohoe Fieldhouse: