The facility had a capacity of 1,500 spectators and is named for former head coach Mike D. Lane who has the most wins in North Alabama history.

[1] Play began at University Field in 1984 as Mike D. Lane took over as coach of the Lions baseball team.

[3] Mike D. Lane Field will be demolished after the 2024 season to make way for Bank Independent Stadium and an adjacent new baseball facility.

[4] [5][6][7] The demolition of Mike D. Lane Field began on July 2, 2024 as the grandstands were torn down and the lighting fixtures were removed from the site.

[8] The field's features include a grass playing surface, a press box, an electronic scoreboard, dugouts, a brick backstop, restrooms, and concessions.