It was named for University of Alberta alumnus, former varsity track athlete, and philanthropist Eldon Foote, who donated $2 million toward the construction costs.

The East Field is a fully lit stadium that serves as home for the Alberta Golden Bears football.

It features a CFL-sized surface, press box, electronic scoreboard, and has a capacity of 3,500 spectators.

Between the two fields is a multi-purpose indoor facility, which includes locker rooms, press box, and concession area.

Other indoor facilities include classroom space, meeting rooms, and a high-performance weight-training area.