Champions are crowned during the season, but championships are earned long before competition begins. Cornell's 1,100 varsity athletes have exclusive access to one of the newest and best training facilities in the nation--the 8,000-square-foot Friedman Strength and Conditioning Center. Completed in June 1997, this impressive $2 million addition to the Field House reflects the university's strong commitment to athletic excellence. Coaches and team members alike credit the center, its world-class equipment, and first-rate staff with adding immensely to the success of the Big Red athletic program.