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Years ago
With the nostalgia of Hillcrest closing - I was wondering what is your earliest game ?
Mine was later 1970s - can recall it was Summer - around 1978.
Fantastic to see all the planning, support and hard work pay off for those that invested in the vision of a new stadium. A huge population now in the Oakden, Lightsview, Mawson Lakes area. Well done.
Nice article too by Boti about the move. The new stadium courts are fantastic
http://www.botinagy.com/blog/rockets-see-the-lights/
Anon
Years ago
Early 90's! Such a shed but the club has the best culture. My junior plays first game at lights next weekend,can’t wait.
Such a nice stadium!! Easily best in Adelaide now
Anon
Years ago
First run through the Lights last night and again the this morning. Very impressive setup, particularly the two show courts. Plenty of parking- front park was packed but plenty in the back car park.
Lots of seating and imagine for Premier League they have a retractable grandstand on court two. Upstairs viewing and bar area with plenty of room.
Floor looks good no idea how good it will play. Rings will be be good in a month or two need to be broken in a bit.
All five courts meet all FIBA requirements for size, run-off and court floors. The floors look amazing but it is what you can't see which are amazing. I heard a rumour, not true how true it is, but an extra $1mill was requested of council to ensure the best floors possible. This request was approved
Free standing NBL type rings on showcourt and all other courts have built in shot clocks with a less intrusive support system than the ARC. All of a sudden clubs North of Greenhill road have the best facilities to operate out of. The Lights is now the benchmark for all future stadiums in SA
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