Stadium Updates (All Clubs) [Archive] - Page 145

EalingGreen

29/08/2022, 6:26 PM

I wonder is that really how it works with health and safety and all that.
Brentford had to build a TV gantry at their old Griffin Park Stadium a few years back.

Since they knew they woiuld be moving stadium, they didnt want to spend money on what would be only a temporary arrangement, so they constructed a platform on scaffolding just in under the roof at the back of a stand (see above/behind the Bill Axbey banner):

https://c7.alamy.com/comp/C0YHHJ/picture-by-clive-tagg-C0YHHJ.jpg

Not sure how they got it past H&S etc, but the TV companies hated it, not least because in the absence of proper stairs etc, the camera operators had to climb a ladder and then haul their equipment up on ropes!

(Apparently the new stadium TV studio is state of the art.)

Shinkicker

30/08/2022, 8:24 AM

Elsewhere, when the crowd spectator facilities are done, and a secondary completion when things like onsite/under stand gyms etc are completed. Athlone is not a comparative example for a number of reasons.

Did RTE have any input...
Great one there. RTE don't seem to know where the grounds are so how the fkcu would they know where to put a camera.

D24Saint

30/08/2022, 9:41 AM

I found the dilapidated state of Dalymount a sad sight last night. The away end is in absolute tatters. Its a scandal that three of the top four clubs in Dublin are playing in run down kips in 2022.

Glen Of Aherlow

30/08/2022, 9:48 AM

I found the dilapidated state of Dalymount a sad sight last night. The away end is in absolute tatters. Its a scandal that three of the top four clubs in Dublin are playing in run down kips in 2022.

Yeah , it's a sad state of affairs . At least with Pat's we can still use the four sides of the ground for domestic matches which is something i suppose .

Philosophizer

30/08/2022, 10:24 AM

Its a scandal that three of the top four clubs in Dublin are playing in run down kips in 2022.
Very true.
Although on my trip to Tolka a couple of weeks ago I was pleasantly surprised at the improvements that had been made in recent times. It's MUCH improved from my previous visit a couple of years back. They clearly spruced the place up recently. But one thing that still looks awful there is the faded red/rust colour of the roofs of the stands on both sides of the pitch.
If they could manage to repair/repaint them both to match the bight red paint everywhere else it would actually look ok.
Still agree on your main point tho. They're way below par.

Philosophizer

02/09/2022, 3:13 PM

Chatting about Tallaght stadium on the other thread got me wondering, has there ever been mention of re-arranging the seats into a mixed pattern instead of the current blocks?

oriel

03/09/2022, 1:33 PM

The return of the scoreboard by Dundalk, much bigger than the last one and a new spot too.

https://twitter.com/sportsfile/status/1565777220337025027?s=20&t=a6DMWhIWTJp-nA_Oj8opsg

colonelwest

03/09/2022, 3:03 PM

Chatting about Tallaght stadium on the other thread got me wondering, has there ever been mention of re-arranging the seats into a mixed pattern instead of the current blocks?

Was over at the women's game on Thursday and it was had to keep to your assigned seat due to the big crowd; whenever that's enforced it's like a game in the Crystal Maze trying to find your seat in the west and South stand if you're not a Rovers regular!

pateen

03/09/2022, 4:05 PM

Are St Pat's meant to be doing some ground development announcement soon?

Philosophizer

03/09/2022, 8:03 PM

Are St Pat's meant to be doing some ground development announcement soon?
Last I heard was that they're lobbying the council to help them out with it - https://m.independent.ie/sport/soccer/league-of-ireland/dcc-chief-owen-keegan-favourable-towards-richmond-park-redevelopment-with-shelbourne-set-to-remain-at-tolka-park-41617002.html

D24Saint

04/09/2022, 12:45 PM

Are St Pat's meant to be doing some ground development announcement soon?

Gone very quiet , I’d say the price increases for building work isnt helping our cause.

nr637

05/09/2022, 9:08 AM

Has all the money been directed to Tallaght! :angry2:

Maybe they just have to get in line behind Boh's and Daly or even Shel's at Tolka! :quiet:

Longfordian

13/09/2022, 3:22 PM

Naming rights for Tallaght Stadium are out to tender. I'm sure some on here have some good suggestions.

Peaky Blinder

13/09/2022, 4:02 PM

Has all the money been directed to Tallaght! :angry2:

Maybe they just have to get in line behind Boh's and Daly or even Shel's at Tolka! :quiet:

Best of luck having SDCC diverting funds to DCC to facilitate Tolka or Dalymount being upgraded/developed

nigel-harps1954

13/09/2022, 5:24 PM

Naming rights for Tallaght Stadium are out to tender. I'm sure some on here have some good suggestions.

Should just call it Daily Mount Park and really p!ss off Bohs fans.

EatYerGreens

14/09/2022, 12:50 PM

Should just call it Daily Mount Park and really p!ss off Bohs fans.

Or DailyMail Park, to go alongside Dalymount.

D24Saint

14/09/2022, 1:24 PM

Naming rights for Tallaght Stadium are out to tender. I'm sure some on here have some good suggestions.

I’ve heard Focus Ireland are interested.

EatYerGreens

14/09/2022, 1:36 PM

I’ve heard Focus Ireland are interested.

I heard Queen's University are keen, and plan to call it Elizabeth Park.

Nesta99

14/09/2022, 4:10 PM

No brainer to sell the naming rights especially when there isnt a well bedded in name generations old like Oriel or United Parks. I'd say if they were able Rovers fans would have had Milltown or Glenmalure Park tagged well prior to this (isnt one of the hospitality areas names after that old spot). It's all about making a few quid but a decent sponsor and long term deal and a new name would be established quick enough though is still tend to use Landsdowne. How about (sponsor's name) Beautiful Stadium!

timothydec77

14/09/2022, 5:27 PM

I found the dilapidated state of Dalymount a sad sight last night. The away end is in absolute tatters. Its a scandal that three of the top four clubs in Dublin are playing in run down kips in 2022.

I couldn't agree more

Parc ui chaoimh has been built and rebuilt within the time ground have been developed.

placid casual

14/09/2022, 9:28 PM

It'll end up padddy power park or 888 park or somesuch probably- The only money in LOI is gambling money it seems, these days.

2 Year Contract

14/09/2022, 9:37 PM

especially when there isnt a well bedded in name generations old like Oriel or United Parks.

Never heard of them. Are you referring to Casey's Field and Head In The Game Park (formerly Hunky Dorys Park and O2 Park) ;)

Nesta99

15/09/2022, 12:16 AM

I had forgotten about O2 Park. Cant forget Hunky Dorys Park where they had no Hunky Dorys in the shop, Longford fans would not have been pleased!

Philosophizer

15/09/2022, 6:28 AM

Never heard of them. Are you referring to Casey's Field and Head In The Game Park (formerly Hunky Dorys Park and O2 Park) ;)
Head in the Game park is such a poxy name for a ground.

Longfordian

15/09/2022, 6:56 AM

I had forgotten about O2 Park. Cant forget Hunky Dorys Park where they had no Hunky Dorys in the shop, Longford fans would not have been pleased!

Well, one particular Longford fan anyway. I have fond memories of an 0-5 win in O2 Park back in the day.

CorribsideSteve

15/09/2022, 7:09 AM

I had forgotten about O2 Park. Cant forget Hunky Dorys Park where they had no Hunky Dorys in the shop, Longford fans would not have been pleased!
It's one of the worst named grounds ever. I appreciate the sentiment, but it's ridiculous. A ramshackle, falling apart ground being the center stage for mental wellbeing.

nigel-harps1954

15/09/2022, 10:56 AM

pineapple stu

15/09/2022, 11:12 AM

Pitch looks an improvement on Finn Park anyway.

nigel-harps1954

15/09/2022, 11:47 AM

Pitch looks an improvement on Finn Park anyway.

https://c.tenor.com/qi8cqjiBjCwAAAAM/anchorman-steve-carell.gif

Nesta99

15/09/2022, 3:35 PM

nigel-harps1954

15/09/2022, 4:11 PM

Will there ever be an account given on the difficulties with the builder and the arrangement for the land swap of Finn Park, of who owned what and when and the schedule of transfer, work schedules and what payments if any were made out of grant funding to the builder and whether they are still involved in the project or walked before planning levies could be billed to then? All part of the story unless people involved wouldnt take kindly to the suggestion that they were messing and still need to be kept sweet for a while longer.

I'd be fairly sure you're the only person who wants to see any of that.

I'd also be fairly sure it's all sorted without it ever needing to be broadcast publicly.

Also,
(a) I haven't a clue
(b) I don't particularly care
(c) I just want to see the damn thing finished
(d) Buy a draw ticket to support it being finished.. https://annualdraw.finnharpsfc.ie/

Nesta99

15/09/2022, 5:25 PM

I'd be fairly sure you're the only person who wants to see any of that.

I'd also be fairly sure it's all sorted without it ever needing to be broadcast publicly.

Also,
(a) I haven't a clue
(b) I don't particularly care
(c) I just want to see the damn thing finished
(d) Buy a draw ticket to support it being finished.. https://annualdraw.finnharpsfc.ie/

Department of sport maybe when deciding that issuing grants was too risky. If there is nothing to hide then it doesnt need to be kept cloak and dagger. There could be some yards in this saga yet!

will certainly buy a draw ticket and enjoy the winnings in Dundalk ;p

oriel

15/09/2022, 7:10 PM

Missed this the other day. Site levelled and ready for work to get going again in Stranorlar.

https://scontent-dub4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/305648313_10224918925253008_2664003847784420305_n. jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5cd70e&_nc_ohc=0eRlvBJaZE4AX8b8MH_&_nc_ht=scontent-dub4-1.xx&oh=00_AT-HuRLUspvpOmL2TtYtMkkTiRNDxr5XmbcwSD1utUL8cw&oe=6327776F

The first season that FH are in this ground, you would image the away crowds will be massive, all wanting to visit the new ground, hopefully FH will be still in the PD then.

Looking forward to heading back to Jacksons !

sbgawa

16/09/2022, 8:50 AM

Missed this the other day. Site levelled and ready for work to get going again in Stranorlar.

https://scontent-dub4-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/305648313_10224918925253008_2664003847784420305_n. jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5cd70e&_nc_ohc=0eRlvBJaZE4AX8b8MH_&_nc_ht=scontent-dub4-1.xx&oh=00_AT-HuRLUspvpOmL2TtYtMkkTiRNDxr5XmbcwSD1utUL8cw&oe=6327776F

Who is that buried under the cross in the middle of the picture?
I've heard Ollie is geting stuck into the players lately but that does seem to be taking things a bit far.

nigel-harps1954

16/09/2022, 10:46 AM

Who is that buried under the cross in the middle of the picture?
I've heard Ollie is geting stuck into the players lately but that does seem to be taking things a bit far.

Betting man would suggest that's pitch perimeter.

Nesta99

16/09/2022, 12:36 PM

A betting man would still refuse to get involved in the shadow play of Stranrolar. Pretty far from the stand if it is to be the pitch perimeter but on sbgawa comment it does look more like a cemetery being opened than a football ground but who has needed to be buried to get a move on happening??? I wouldnt have thought confidentiality would be needed to stop clubs calling out troublesome contractors that bin agreements quicker than the Brits.

sbgawa

16/09/2022, 12:53 PM

Betting man would suggest that's pitch perimeter.

I actualy thought it might be marking underground pipes Sprinklers maybe? either way its great to see it happening.

Nesta99

16/09/2022, 4:50 PM

Id say they are just the site levels that were taken and marked by the crosses, 2 in the middle ground, possibly one left background and bound to be some out of pic. No ground works or soil shading to indicate drainage or piping done yet.

Nah Nah Nah Nah

01/10/2022, 11:08 PM

106k raised in our annual draw. Only another 20m to go.

ger121

02/10/2022, 8:07 AM

106k raised in our annual draw. Only another 20m to go.

Sligo are some club for fundraising. Every season they seem to be able to raise funds for the club.

Mr A

04/10/2022, 3:48 PM

106k raised in our annual draw. Only another 20m to go.

Incredible work from Sligo.

ForzaForth

09/10/2022, 4:02 PM

Work re-commenced on the completion of the gym at Ferrycarrig Park (the vacant building beside the clubhouse for those familiar with the ground).

nr637

11/10/2022, 11:27 AM

4th Tallaght stadium stand is gradually making progress as seen during the Sham v Shels game.

culloty82

11/10/2022, 1:29 PM

Louth GAA joins Westport United in getting stadium funds from the Immigrant Investor Programme - €14.8m from 37 individuals each contributing €400k for a "golden passport", not the most ethical option, but if the money will be allocated regardless, possibly worth clubs considering.

GUFCghost

11/10/2022, 6:56 PM

nigel-harps1954

11/10/2022, 10:01 PM

There's not much difference between the largest soccer pitch and the smallest gaelic football pitch, it enrages me that no ones ever thought to build a ground that can accommodate both. Louth GAA and Dundalk FC would be prime candidates

You're talking about 20 metres in both width and length. That's quite signifcant on any football pitch.

ToberonaTornado

12/10/2022, 4:37 AM

You're talking about 20 metres in both width and length. That's quite signifcant on any football pitch.

True - Would it be a make or break situation though?
Think DundalkFC board would snap the arm of Louth Gaa for a chance to play there. The proposed stadium is in the town area which is a huge factor.

Philosophizer

12/10/2022, 10:44 AM

You're talking about 20 metres in both width and length. That's quite signifcant on any football pitch.
Would any LOI team use that as a reason to turn down the chance to play in a brand new top class facility? I doubt it. Perfection is the enemy of the good.
If Dundalk did theoretically play in this new gaa stadium they could just put the soccer pitch up against the main stand and for the vast majority of matches that would be perfect. They wouldn?t need to put the pitch right in the middle of the gaa one.

pineapple stu

12/10/2022, 11:00 AM

You're talking about 20 metres in both width and length. That's quite signifcant on any football pitch.
Sounds like the RSC, no?

passinginterest

12/10/2022, 11:16 AM

130m x 80m is minimum for a GAA pitch, 120m x 90m is maximum for a football pitch. So, assuming they wouldn't want to go minimum with the GAA pitch you'd probably be adding maybe 12-15 meters beyond what would be need for football alone. Not massive, and I'd say a good bit less that with an athletics track, but the smaller the stands the bigger the gap would probably seem. It never looked too bad in Croke park, but the stands dwarf the pitch in any case.