Trusler Sports Complex

The Trusler Sports Complex was completed in 1992 thanks to the generosity of the Trusler Foundation. Established in 1957 by Harold and Irene Trusler, the Trusler Foundation seeks to improve the quality of life in Emporia and surrounding areas. After great success in the agriculture business, as heads of the Trusler-Cook Grain Company, the Truslers wished to share their good fortune with the community of Emporia. The Trusler Sports Complex is one of the many projects made possible by the Trusler Foundation.

Starting in December of 2005, renovations have began to improve the Trusler Sports complex. One of the additions is a new clubhouse overlooking both of the Baseball and Softball teams’ home fields. Named after major project contributors, Chuck and Doris Hanna, the new Hanna Clubhouse includes a viewing deck for fans as well as new lockerrooms, facilities and coaches offices.

Turnbull Field, where the Emporia State Softball team plays their home games, is named in honor of J. Michael Turnbull, president and trustee of the Trusler Foundation. Cannon Field is named in honor of Joe Cannon, a lifelong Emporian who provided the lead gift of land that has become Trusler Sports Complex. Thomas Field is named in honor of Tom D. Thomas, treasurer and trustee of the Trusler Foundation.

In 2009, further renovations were undertaken. Both Turnbull and Glennen Field will also get new scoreboards during the 2009 season thanks to the gift by the Bill and Aloha Preston Family. The two boards will be state of the art Daktronics wireless scoreboards that will replace the originals from the complex’s opening in 1994.A new field turf has been added to Glennen Field to replace the infield. Money for the project was donated by the Trusler Foundation who has been instrumental in the cultivation of the complex since it opened.

The Trusler Sports Complex has played host to NCAA Regional Tournaments in 1996, 2005, 2006 and 2008 as well as the NCAA Division II National Championship Tournament in 1996.

Hanna Clubhouse Features
-V.I.P Viewing Deck
-Coaches Offices
-Players Lounge and Meeting Area
-Player Lockers
-Concession Stand
-Restroom and Shower Facilities
-Washer/Dryer Facilities
-Team and Facility Storage Area
-Umpire Dressing Room