Hope Field

In the spring of 2021, Wofford began construction of a new softball facility located near Snyder Field and King Field. The nearly 300 seat facility features recessed dugouts, press box, concession stand and restroom facilities. It was completed in the summer of 2022 and will host the first game in February of 2024.

Hope Field is named in honor of Hope Filchak, the granddaughter of Maria Bower and Wofford alumnus Tom Bower '74. Hope was born with a rare genetic condition called MLS syndrome, which is lethal in males. The miracle of Hope is that she was born female or else she would not have survived birth.

Hope’s syndrome has caused her multiple disabilities, including deaf-blindness and abnormal heart and brain conditions. Doctors said that Hope would “never walk or talk.” Hope proved them all wrong as she not only walked and talked but started running, singing, dancing and so much more! She not only wanted to live but she wanted to thrive in life!

Through Hope, her family is acutely aware of the marginalization of the disabled community, a minority group that anyone can become a part of at any time. A little hope goes a long way and our Hope has inspired us to ensure inclusion for all. Our vision is for Hope Field to be a place of belonging where everyone can play and thrive. Go Terriers!