Looks like there are now some new pictures up showing the 2nd ice-pad (see photo's at the foot of the page):-
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Walked past the new arena yesterday, we stopped for a couple of minutes to have a look, there was no one working on the outside, we could not hear any drilling or hammering, we saw two guys in high vis vests and hard hats but no one actually working, it is so frustrating, this is perfect weather to be cracking on, and nothing seems to be happening.
Whilst the arena is currently subject of a purchase offer seems all work has ceased and site cleared so asset sale is of a known quantity. Once purchase proceedings conclude one way or other I'd think you will see it accelerate again. It's in no ones interest for that sale to take longer than is necessary. Hopefully a valuation has been agreed at this point to the very least else I'd be mightily ticked at both sides again for a massive construction delay. There are a significant proportion of customers waiting and have been for a long time for that arena.
Delay ?! That is a swear word according to some people associated with this project. Perhaps Pooneil would like to comment on the latest situation, especially due to previous sarcastic comments he aimed at those who dared to mention the word 'delay'. In fairness, it has to be said that it was moving along nicely at one stage, although it was clear to see that it was never going to be ready for the opening game of the 15/16 season. I'm still of the opinion it won't be ready until at least May next year and our first game there will be pre season 16/17. Despite the latest delay, it will be well worth waiting for.
It is very frustrating to be so close yet so far. I just hope negotiations are concluded soon and that an agreement either way is made to allow the project to continue on.
Whoever owns the rink at the end of this I think will host ice users from next summer. I’m no construction engineer but it looks very unlikely the project will be finished this calendar year. I said it before but I don’t think it will be worth transferring the team to the new facility for 8 weeks. I think we’ll almost certainly play a full season (No. 10 is it?) in the BBT.
Whoever owns the rink at the end of this I think will host ice users from next summer. I’m no construction engineer but it looks very unlikely the project will be finished this calendar year. I said it before but I don’t think it will be worth transferring the team to the new facility for 8 weeks. I think we’ll almost certainly play a full season (No. 10 is it?) in the BBT.
I don't really buy into this team designed for a small rink thing. It is an excuse for coaches of other teams to use. Half our games are played in bigger rinks and we do quite nicely thank you very much.
The problem is for the visiting team . Our team is at home in the smaller rink because it is ours.
The transition into a larger pad mid season is a blessing for the visiting team - but our team should be able to handle that.
The problem is for the visiting team . Our team is at home in the smaller rink because it is ours.
The transition into a larger pad mid season is a blessing for the visiting team - but our team should be able to handle that.
No way I'd want us in the 1st game we can. Like been said revenue alone it's worth a possible £15k per game if we get an extra 1000 fans for any of them and a chance for the team to get used to the facility prior to starting next season.
It's a pain either way for the club and us fans but I hope the fans cut the team some slack next year and don't expect miracles as the transition will surely have an impact when we do eventually get over there.
It's a pain either way for the club and us fans but I hope the fans cut the team some slack next year and don't expect miracles as the transition will surely have an impact when we do eventually get over there.
i'll miss the tent, but its time for this organisation to grow again and become a strong force in the city that I'm sure we all know it can be.
In my eyes, we will sell out the new rink, maybe not straight away, but we will. The excitement of the last seasons team, the excitement of the sport and the good pricing will help!
In my eyes, we will sell out the new rink, maybe not straight away, but we will. The excitement of the last seasons team, the excitement of the sport and the good pricing will help!
2 large dressing rooms on the side of the main pad only. 4 smaller dressing rooms that can service both rinks. Totalling 6.
Plus 2 changing rooms for refs.
I believe this does fall in line with IIHF rules for international tournaments, I'm not sure if our capacity does though, I think it's fine but not 100%.
Plus 2 changing rooms for refs.
I believe this does fall in line with IIHF rules for international tournaments, I'm not sure if our capacity does though, I think it's fine but not 100%.