Athletics has been part of life at E&H since the first students arrived in 1838. Thomas "Bingo" Fullerton, hired as athletic director in 1914, is credited with establishing a program that reflects the ideals of athletics at a liberal arts institution.
Coaches like Fred Selfe continued the tradition of a talented, dedicated staff whose impact follows students throughout their lives.
About 35 percent of our student body plays on 14 varsity teams. Most of these teams will benefit directly or indirectly from the Fred Selfe Athletic Stadium.
In short, an upgrade of the stadium will allow far more athletes - and the student body as a whole - to have access to a quality surface, which positively affects student recruitment and retention. We need top-rated facilities that match our exceptional student athletes.
The Fred Selfe Athletic Stadium design includes:
- Fullerton Field will be converted into a stadium with a new, durable, artificial turf.
- Construction of a new Field House
- New locker rooms, meeting rooms, and offices
- Home and visitor seats will be upgraded
- Stadium lighting will be added for night play
- A new press box and ticket booth
- A brick wall to enclose the field, and a decorative fence will surround the stadium.
- The stadium will be suitable to host Division III playoff and regional high school games.
- The stadium will accommodate the return of intramural football, soccer and softball.