Dundalk's pitch and ground discussion thread.

**White Horse** · 19/01/2017, 12:39 PM

http://www.dundalkfc.com/pitch-development-confirmed/

Dundalk FC are pleased to confirm that a new pitch will be installed in time for the start of the 2017 SSE Airtricity League season. The pitch to be installed is a Limonta Sport Max S P+ 60mm which has a unique double-S shape filament which guarantees unparalleled quality in terms of long-term playability.

**Philosophizer** · 19/01/2017, 1:29 PM

The club examined all options for the pitch at Oriel Park. It is the club’s preferred option to install a new natural turf pitch. However, having examined this option with stadium and pitch developers, we believe it is not the right time for the club to return to grass. As well as our first team, we have several underage and ladies’ teams whose match and training requirements need to be catered for. A new grass pitch will form part of a wider development plan that includes overall stadium improvements as our new Limonta surface can be relocated in the future.

The installation of the new pitch is the first part of a long-term strategy to improve the facilities at Oriel Park for players, staff and both Dundalk and visiting supporters. The club are undertaking a major review into the long-term future of Oriel Park. Given that our that long-standing legal issues have only recently being resolved, this process is still in its early stages.

Looks like it's just a stop-gap solution for a few seasons until they can buy/build new pitches for the underage/ladies team, whereby they can then move the artificial turf to their training ground and finally install natural grass in Oriel. Seems to make sense.

**vinnie** · 19/01/2017, 1:29 PM

Wouldn't say that'd be too cheap to stick in, but fair play

**sbgawa** · 19/01/2017, 1:52 PM

If the pitch isn't ready we can reverse fixtures with you.
I can't wait for the first home game...off work early pints in the Maldran and Jo home.
Takes very little to keep me happy : )

**sbgawa** · 19/01/2017, 1:53 PM

although the Bozo's first up does have appeal beyond Dundalk .....no offence : )

**Ezeikial** · 19/01/2017, 3:38 PM

Originally Posted by sbgawa

although the Bozo's first up does have appeal beyond Dundalk .....no offence : )

No offence taken.

The appeal of a derby match is understandable - it should also give you a reasonable chance to get your first points on the board!

**oriel** · 19/01/2017, 4:44 PM

Interesting links here on the type of pitch that will be going in. No more of those awful looking black rubber pellets for a start.

http://www.limontasport.com/en-gb/pr...rt-turf/max-s/

http://www.limontasport.com/en-gb/ca...nuzzi-stadium/

**Charlie Darwin** · 19/01/2017, 5:42 PM

That will look terrific with some minerals and crisps scattered around.

**sbgawa** · 19/01/2017, 5:46 PM

Originally Posted by Ezeikial

No offence taken.

The appeal of a derby match is understandable - it should also give you a reasonable chance to get your first points on the board!

Loving it ...new season new hopes and dreams

**Nah Nah Nah Nah** · 19/01/2017, 6:55 PM

It'll be good to see a proper plastic pitch there. Just hope it's maintained properly

**sidewayspasser** · 19/01/2017, 7:00 PM

So the President's Cup won't be played in Oriel then. Home advantage back to Cork, or a neutral venue?

**ToberonaTornado** · 20/01/2017, 12:13 AM

Always laugh a lot and cry a little when this thread comes back on to the main forum.Dunny me old friend was totally losing it with everyone here when he started it

Anyone know what this is going to cost? Rough guess even

**White Horse** · 20/01/2017, 7:20 AM

Originally Posted by ToberonaTornado

Always laugh a lot and cry a little when this thread comes back on to the main forum.Dunny me old friend was totally losing it with everyone here when he started it

Anyone know what this is going to cost? Rough guess even

300k according to the Indo.

http://www.independent.ie/sport/socc...-35382413.html