Asheville Tourists Announce Ballpark Renaming to HomeTrust Park
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 13, 2026 ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Asheville Tourists are proud to announce that their ballpark will officially be renamed HomeTrust Park, marking a new chapter in a partnership rooted in deep community ties and shared history. The collaboration brings together two organizations that have each served
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 13, 2026
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The Asheville Tourists are proud to announce that their ballpark will officially be renamed HomeTrust Park, marking a new chapter in a partnership rooted in deep community ties and shared history.
The collaboration brings together two organizations that have each served the Asheville community for more than a century. The Asheville Tourists, one of Minor League Baseball’s most storied franchises, and HomeTrust Bank, a financial institution with over 100 years of service in Western North Carolina, share a longstanding commitment to the people and future of Asheville.
“HomeTrust Park reflects a partnership built on trust, community, and a shared vision for Asheville,” said Brian DeWine, President of the Asheville Tourists. “This ballpark has been part of Asheville’s story for more than a century, and we’re proud to partner with HomeTrust to carry that tradition forward for generations to come. Both organizations have deep roots here, and we’re excited to carry that legacy forward together.”
HomeTrust Bank’s history dates back to 1926, while the Asheville Tourists’ origins trace back to 1915, making this partnership a unique alignment of two institutions that have collectively contributed over two centuries of service to the region.
“HomeTrust Bank and the Asheville Tourists share more than a name on a ballpark: we share a home and a century-long commitment to this community. As the only bank headquartered in Asheville, we're proud to call the Tourists our home team, and further invest in the place that has shaped us. We can’t wait to welcome Tourist fans to HomeTrust Park,” said, C. Hunter Westbrook, President and CEO of HomeTrust Bank.
HomeTrust Park will continue to serve as a gathering place for fans, families, and the broader community—hosting not only baseball games, but events that celebrate the spirit and culture of Asheville.
The new name will be reflected immediately across signage, branding, and team communications.
For more information, visit the Asheville Tourists’ official website or follow the team on social media.
About the Asheville Tourists
The Asheville Tourists are a Minor League Baseball team based in Asheville, North Carolina, with a rich history dating back to 1915. The Tourists are the High-A affiliate of the Houston Astros, and more than 500 former Tourists players have gone on to play in Major League Baseball. The team is dedicated to providing affordable, family-friendly entertainment while fostering strong community connections.
About HomeTrust Bank
HomeTrust Bank is the largest financial institution headquartered in Western North Carolina, with total assets of $4.5 billion as of December 31, 2025. HomeTrust operates over 30 locations across the Carolinas, East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia, and Georgia, including 12 in Western North Carolina. HomeTrust has been named a “Best Place to Work” in all five states in which the Bank operates, and received a “Most Loved Workplace” certification in 2025 by Best Practices Institute. Of the 575 total employees of HomeTrust, 250 call WNC their home.
About HomeTrust Park
Originally built in 1924 as McCormick Field, the ballpark opened with a visit from Ty Cobb and the Detroit Tigers—launching a century-long legacy of baseball in Asheville. Over the past 100 years, the facility has undergone multiple renovations, most recently a comprehensive $40 million transformation that elevates the experience for both players and fans.
These renovations introduce an expanded front entrance and plaza, a new ticket office, enhanced hospitality and party areas, a state-of-the-art video board, new home and visiting clubhouses, indoor hitting cages, dedicated facilities for female members of the coaching staff and female umpires, LED field lighting, the Asheville Baseball History Walk, and a brand-new playing surface.
This transformation was made possible through a collaborative investment by the City of Asheville, the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Buncombe County, and the Asheville Tourists—ensuring HomeTrust Park remains a premier gathering place for the community for generations to come. The renovations will be completed in advance of a historic Opening Day on April 21, 2026, when fans will experience the transformed HomeTrust Park for the first time.