Last weekend was my first visit to the Melbourne Storm’s home ground and I was impressed. So much so, I’ve been inspired to write an article.
Last Friday, MLC and I attended the Grand Final replay between the Storm and Broncos at AAMI Park.
And I was impressed.
Pablo previously mentioned how great the ground was to watch footy from his tenure south of the border. I’d been totally sceptical as it always looked grey/green and depressing on TV.
But he was not wrong.
The location is amongst all the other major stadiums in Melbourne and next to the MCG. For its age and what it is, the amenities were still great and the atmosphere was fantastic.
And it started earlier.
We were fortunate to have been roped into the official Broncos supporter group as they walked past our hotel, which was fun in itself, and then add ex-players, Alfie Langer, Sam Thaiday and big Petro to that group.
So, it got me thinking about all the grounds I have watched NRL games and what order I would rate them.
Here is my list:
| Allianz Stadium |
| Suncorp Stadium |
| AAMI Park, Melbourne |
| Jubilee Oval, Kogarah |
| Cbus Super Stadium, Gold Coast / Robina |
| Go Media Stadium, Auckland / Mt Smart |
| Sydney Football Stadium (old stadium) |
| Accor Stadium / Sydney Olympic Park |
| Sydney Cricket Ground |
| WIN Stadium, Wollongong |
| Parramatta Stadium (old stadium) |
| Leichhardt Oval |
| Campbelltown Sports Stadium |
| Brookvale Oval |
| Belmore Sports Ground |
| Shark Park |
| Redfern Oval |
And here are the current stadiums I have yet to visit and my order of priority:
| CommBank Stadium |
| Queensland Country Bank Stadium |
| Kayo Stadium, Redcliffe |
| GIO Stadium, Canberra |
| Penrith Stadium (under construction) |
| McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle |
Have you watched games at other grounds? What do you think of my list and order?
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And yes, that cowbell you hear at all Storm home games is even louder and more annoying live.
Rob
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