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[Damien]

57 minutes ago, Tommygilf said:

I get that, but whilst sold out signs are up every week, there must be some money left on the table. I don't know how easy to add 5k or more to Mt Smart would actually be in practical terms, I'm sure that would have to be looked at too.

There's already one end where 5k is added temporarily for concerts etc. There is certainty the space to add a permanent structure with an extra 5,000 seats.

[frank]

Ericson Stadium

1 hour ago, Tommygilf said:

I get that, but whilst sold out signs are up every week, there must be some money left on the table. I don't know how easy to add 5k or more to Mt Smart would actually be in practical terms, I'm sure that would have to be looked at too.

Ericson Stadium is council owned so any additions would be up to them.

[The Rocket]

On 25/07/2024 at 19:25, Tommygilf said:

I wonder at what point the Warriors start looking to take a couple of fixtures to Eden Park to really test the potential.

Despite the denials the purchase of this building including planned Warriors` themed hotel close to Eden Park does make you wonder what their long-term plans are.

Why Warriors opted for site next to Eden Park for themed pub (theaccnz.com)

Edited July 30 by The Rocket

[frank]

51 minutes ago, The Rocket said:

Despite the denials the purchase of this building including planned Warriors` themed hotel close to Eden Park does make you wonder what their long-term plans are.

Why Warriors opted for site next to Eden Park for themed pub (theaccnz.com)

 

51 minutes ago, The Rocket said:

Despite the denials the purchase of this building including planned Warriors` themed hotel close to Eden Park does make you wonder what their long-term plans are.

Why Warriors opted for site next to Eden Park for themed pub (theaccnz.com)

Most probable reason for this purchase, is because Ericson is located in an industrial area where Eden Park is residential. Also being close to Eden Park they will pick up a lot of trade when events are held there

[unapologetic pedant]

Article on the Christchurch Star site -

"Participation in junior and youth sports in Canterbury has grown over the past few years, with some codes experiencing a boom"

Rugby League

"Participation in the code has seen a huge jump this year - up more than 30 per cent on last year. Just shy of 2400 players under 18 are in action compared to 1800 last year. The number of girls playing has gone up considerably, with 517 playing this year compared to 350 last year - a 48 per cent increase"

2024: 2391 (1873 boys, 517 girls)

2023: 1836 (1486 boys, 350 girls)

2022: 1683 (1353 boys, 330 girls)

Been noticeable in recent years how a number of clubs like Sydenham and Addington, who had been looking moribund, have regenerated via juniors and female participation.

[Damien]

6 hours ago, unapologetic pedant said:

Article on the Christchurch Star site -

"Participation in junior and youth sports in Canterbury has grown over the past few years, with some codes experiencing a boom"

Rugby League

"Participation in the code has seen a huge jump this year - up more than 30 per cent on last year. Just shy of 2400 players under 18 are in action compared to 1800 last year. The number of girls playing has gone up considerably, with 517 playing this year compared to 350 last year - a 48 per cent increase"

2024: 2391 (1873 boys, 517 girls)

2023: 1836 (1486 boys, 350 girls)

2022: 1683 (1353 boys, 330 girls)

Been noticeable in recent years how a number of clubs like Sydenham and Addington, who had been looking moribund, have regenerated via juniors and female participation.

Just imagine the boom if they got a NRL team. Please someone make it happen.

[Jparrish]

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/rugby-league/rugby-league-kiwis-to-host-australia-tonga-as-pacific-championships-return-for-2024/MMBNMNMQFZFCFOFOAO355AQUFM/

 

NZ to host Australia and Tonga before the final in Sydney.