Cobh Ramblers begin major upgrade at St Colman's Park
St Colman's Park will be getting an upgrade Credit: Steve Alfred (ETPhotos)
Cobh Ramblers have commenced a significant development project at St Colman’s Park.
The upgrade includes the installation of a new state-of-the-art astroturf pitch, new LED floodlighting, and a new pitch surround.
Chairman Bill O’Leary highlighted the multiple benefits of the project.
“This timely and very positive development makes total operational, financial, and strategic sense for the club," he said.
"It saves us money, facilitates our growth in terms of playing numbers, opens our facility to the community and will allow our teams to play football the way we like to play it."
O'Leary thanked various contributors including the Government, local council, and several organisations for their support in this endeavor.
Sports Minister Thomas Byrne TD expressed his support for the club's future, acknowledging the project's role in fostering the club's growth.
“As Sports Minister, I am determined to see sustained investment in our sporting facilities, and I am glad that my department supported this project under the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme," Byrne stated.
Board Member Mark Farrell emphasised the significance of the project in the club’s history and its potential impact on skill levels and performances.
“The beginning of the project work in St Colman’s Park represents another important step in the club’s history.
"It comes on the back of a lot of hard work by so many brilliant volunteers. Having seen the benefits of the Stephen Ireland Astro Turf at Old Church Park in the increased contact time for kids and adults alike, these works at Cobh Ramblers will only serve to further increase contact time for players and ultimately lead to better levels of skill and performances for the teams in the town as well as making for a better match experience for fans and players alike”.
Due to the development timeline, Cobh Ramblers FC has arranged with the Munster FA, Cork City FC, and the League of Ireland to play some of their initial home games for the 2024 season at Turners Cross.
