#StormTop10: No. 1

The top highlight of the 2013-14 season, as voted on by the fans, is the opening of the Simpson Athletic Complex featuring the Steven Johnson Fitness Center.

Simpson alum Steven Johnson contributed more than $2 million to the $6 million project, which began in March 2013 and opened in January 2014. The Simpson College community celebrated the completion of the project with a dedication ceremony on Feb. 7.

The Steven Johnson Fitness Center is a two-tier workout facility consisting of a 5,500 square foot strength and conditioning center and a 4,500 square foot exercise and fitness center. The picturesque facility overlooks Buxton Stadium.

The renovation also includes additional classroom and meeting space, administrative and academic suites, an expanded wrestling room, a cheer, dance and multipurpose room, a new Hall of Fame display, an exercise science and athletic training lab and a Swim Ex rehabilitation and therapy pool.

The improvements help Simpson on three fronts, enhancing educational opportunities, campus recreation and the athletic programs, explained John Sirianni, special assistant to the president.

“I believe this renovation truly represents who Simpson is,” said Sirianni, who was integral in the fundraising and planning that made the project possible.