CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (HLPUSD) celebrated the grand opening of William Workman High School’s Sports Complex on March 19, marking a transformative investment that provides students and the community with a long-awaited home for athletics, school traditions, and shared community experiences.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony welcomed elected officials and representatives, students, staff, families, alumni, and future Lobos to be among the first to step onto the new sports fields, score the honorary first soccer goals and football touchdowns, and practice their athletic skills.

Workman senior and Associated Student Body treasurer Carlos Ayala said he looks forward to attending the home baseball games and cheering on the team.

“This stadium marks a new era for Workman High and it’s something students and alumni have been advocating for over many years,” Ayala said. “We finally have a place to call home where we can host games and events. I’m excited for school spirit to grow and for future Lobos to create lasting memories.”

The project reflects years of planning and community advocacy supported by the HLPUSD Board of Education. Phase I, approved in 2017, transformed the former grass field into a modern athletic field, featuring a rubberized eight-lane track and field event area and upgrades to the tennis courts.

Building on that progress, the Board advanced Phase II in 2021 with a $16 million investment to construct new sports fields with a synthetic turf field for football and soccer, new baseball field, spectator seating for 500 guests, enhanced athletic amenities, and accessibility improvements for students, families, and visitors.

“This project creates a space that truly belongs to our students and community, and I’m looking forward to enjoying those Friday night lights,” Workman Principal Timothy Espinosa said. “Having a home venue strengthens school pride and gives our students opportunities to build traditions, celebrate achievements, and connect through shared experiences that define the Lobos spirit.”

The sports complex will serve as a central gathering space for athletic competitions, school events, and community celebrations, allowing programs and activities to be hosted on campus rather than at off-site locations.

“The opening of this complex reflects our commitment to investing in facilities that bring people together and support the whole student experience,” HLPUSD Superintendent John Roach said. “Providing students with a place where they can compete, gather, and represent their school strengthens community pride and reinforces the important role our schools play at the heart of the community.”

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WORKMANSPORTSCOMPLEX1: Workman High School athletes score the honorary first soccer goals and football touchdowns as part of the Workman Sports Complex ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 19.  

WORKMANSPORTSCOMPLEX2: A Lobos family is among the first community members to enjoy Workman’s brand-new athletic fields during the grand opening of its sports complex on March 19.

WORKMANSPORTSCOMPLEX3: Hacienda La Puente Unified School District (HLPUSD) celebrated the grand opening of Workman’s Sports Complex on March 19 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Pictured from left to right: HLPUSD Superintendent John Roach, Board Member Jeffrey De La Torre, Board Vice President Adriana Quinonez, Board Member Stephanie Serrano, Board President Gino Kwok, Board Clerk Nancy Loera, and Workman Principal Timothy Espinosa.