Did you know that there is a world-class football field in Cromer Park? The synthetic field at Cromer Park Field 1 has been replaced with a new one, exciting the local football community who use it, from grassroots clubs to representative teams.
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The brand new premium synthetic surface uses cork infill, instead of rubber, to reduce the urban heat island effect and provide cooler conditions for players on hot days.
There is also more storage for six-a-side goals, an additional pump to recycle water draining from the field and boot scrapers at every entrance to prevent infill from leaving the ground.
The field is used regularly by Sydney FC A-League women’s side, the Manly United representative teams and the Manly Warringah Football Association, the most prominent football association in Australia with more than 20,000 players.
Manly Warringah Football Association and Manly United CEO David Mason said the football community feels blessed to have such wonderful facilities that are used by local grassroots players and the Manly United representative teams at Cromer Park.
“We are extremely grateful to Northern Beaches Council for their continuing commitment to Cromer Park and the synthetic fields in our area but importantly applaud and encourage modern design and technology that has allowed this to take place with respect to the local environment,” Mr Mason said.
Mr Mason said they are looking forward to continuing to work with Sydney FC and Football Australia to attract games and events that inspire young players, especially as they move towards the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2023.
The upgrade is part of the Council’s $1.3 million investment for the sporting community, to ensure the facility continues to attract Sydney FC teams to play locally and inspire the next generation of players.
Meanwhile, the old synthetic surface, which was used for more than 10 years before it reached the end of its life, has been exported to Denmark where it will be recycled.