A unique feature of the facility is an extensive hillside that surrounds the field allowing for additional seating for thousands of spectators.

From 1996 through 2004, Hanson Field was the training camp home of the National Football League's St. Louis Rams.

[2] Highest-Scoring GameOn September 11, 2004, Western Illinois defeated Division II Cheyney State 98–7.

In 2001, the main entrance of the stadium was renovated by adding an iron gate, brick pillars and an arch displaying the words, Hanson Field.

[4] Hanson field of WIU has been home to the Colts' summer training camp for a number of years.