Hardrockers’ Training Staff
Scott Baird is a 1997 graduate of Dakota Wesleyan University and is in his fourth year as head athletic trainer at South Dakota School of Mines and Technology. Before joining the School of Mines Athletic Department, he was an athletic trainer for the University of Wyoming where he covered both men’s rugby and lacrosse. He brings much knowledge and experience to the School of Mines Sports Medicine Team. Scott has been married to Becky, a Physical Therapist in Rapid City, for 14 years and has two twin newborn girls Braedyn and Blakely.
Jennifer Ranum is athletic trainer for the Lady Hardrocker volleyball and men’s and women’s basketball teams. She graduated in May of 2007 from National American University with degrees in Athletic Training and Applied Management. Jen became certified in September of 2007. She is a member of both the National Athletic Trainer’s Association and the Mid America Athletic Trainer’s Association since 2004. Jen was promoted to Compliance Officer in the summer of 2010 and will take the lead making sure all rules and regulations are followed during SD Mines transition to NCAA Div. II status.