- April 3, 2026
AdventHealth celebrated the ribbon cutting of the new AdventHealth Training Center at the historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark in Daytona Beach on Thursday, April 2.
Community leaders, Major League Baseball representatives and the Daytona Tortugas join AdventHealth to applaud the opening of the new facility, a two-story, 30,000-square-foot building with enhanced athletic training areas, weight rooms and locker rooms. According to a press release, the facility "is part of a broader effort to modernize Jackie Robinson Ballpark while preserving its historic significance and ensuring it remains a long-term asset for the city."
“This facility represents a deeper investment in the Daytona Tortugas, in this ballpark, and in the neighbors who call this area home,” said Lorenzo Brown, CEO of AdventHealth’s Atlantic Coastal Region. “It’s about giving athletes what they need to stay healthy and compete at their highest level. But the impact doesn’t stop with the players; it strengthens the whole community.”
AdventHealth became the Tortugas' official health care provider in 2024. As part of that partnership, AdventHealth Medical Group physicians serve as team doctors.
The facility is built on the same field where Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in professional baseball in 1946 when he played his first integrated game with the Montreal Royals.
“We stand on sacred ground,” said Paula R. Reed, Zone 6 Daytona Beach City Commissioner. “In 1946, Daytona Beach opened its gates so Jackie Robinson could take the field and change the world. This investment is about protecting that history and making sure this ballpark remains a place where future generations can create their own.”
MLB leaders said the improvements bring the facility in line with modern player development standards, the press release states.
“Talent alone doesn’t get a player to the Major Leagues. Environment matters,” said Freddie Seymour, senior director of minor league operations and affairs for Major League Baseball. “The AdventHealth Training Center gives players the space to grow, refine their skills and take the next step toward their future.”
The Cincinnati Reds are the Major League affiliate of the Daytona Tortugas.
“This is where many of our players begin their journey, and now they have a place that gives them everything they need to work toward the Major Leagues,” said Nick Krall, president of baseball operations for the Cincinnati Reds.
Tortugas leadership said the expanded amenities will enhance both player experience and fan engagement.
“This is a big moment for our team and for this ballpark,” said Jim Jaworski, president and general manager of the Daytona Tortugas. “From the players to the coaches, seeing their reaction when they walked into the AdventHealth Training Center for the first time said everything. This gives them a place that supports what they need every day — to stay healthy and keep moving forward in their careers.”
