Venue · Macomb, IL
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About Hanson Field
Hanson Field is a 16,368-seat multi-purpose stadium in Macomb, Illinois, US. The stadium which opened in 1950 is home to the Western Illinois Leathernecks football team and track and field team. The field is named after former WIU football coach/A.D. and Marine legend Rock Hanson. A unique feature of the facility is an extensive hillside that surrounds the field allowing for additional seating for thousands of spectators. Outside the stadium, a statue of former WIU track and field coach and two-time Olympic gold medalist Lee Calhoun stands and a bulldog statue is located at the main entrance.
Getting there
🚉 Public transport
- MacombTrain station1.5 km · 24 min walk
Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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- Hometown CafeRestaurant210 m · 3 min walk
- Rocky's Bar and GrillRestaurant · american260 m · 4 min walk
- Italian ExpressRestaurant · italian270 m · 4 min walk
- Los CharrosRestaurant · mexican360 m · 6 min walk
- Jackson Street PubRestaurant · american380 m · 6 min walk
- International Sandwich ShopRestaurant · sandwich670 m · 11 min walk
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Hanson Field: FAQs
What's on at Hanson Field?
Hanson Field has 2 upcoming events. Next up: UT Martin Skyhawks at Western Illinois Leathernecks Football on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
Where is Hanson Field?
Hanson Field is located at 103 S Western Ave, Macomb, IL, 61455.
How big is Hanson Field?
Hanson Field has a capacity of around 16,368.
What is the nearest station to Hanson Field?
The nearest station is Macomb (Train station), about 1.5 km from Hanson Field.
Which hotels are closest to Hanson Field?
The closest places to stay are Americas Best Value Inn (240 m), Super 8 by Wyndham Macomb (1.9 km), and Macomb Inn (2.4 km).
When did Hanson Field open?
Hanson Field opened in 1950.
Which teams or companies are based at Hanson Field?
Hanson Field is the home of National Collegiate Athletic Association.