Adelaide Oval You should be so lucky

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Be nice once it's finished.

Move the scoreboard to KRO, chop down a couple trees, replicate the southern stand at the northern end. The hill is great for cricket, crap for watching footy in the middle of winter.

Was a sweet deal for SACA and cricket in general - removed all their debt and only pay for upkeep for half a year.

Was a sweet deal for SANFL, able to sell off AO and get their cut from the 2 AFL playing at AO clubs forever. Why??

Was a disgraceful deal from the Labor government who were desperate to look after Port Powah.

Was a crap deal for the AFC, now we're left with the worst stadium deal in the country.

I agree about the scoreboard and building a new stand.

Also just to clarify our deal at Footy Park was equally as diabolical, the SANFL has always taken the lion's share of the gameday revenue. Adelaide Oval was an opportunity to grow the pie because both clubs were making losses leading up to Footy Park's demise.

As for why the SANFL benefitted so much, the short answer is that Max Basheer was a shrewd operator that managed to negotiate for the SANFL to not only own the AFC license, but also to have first rights over any additional licenses that were ever offered in SA.

Neither team would have ever been allowed to move unless it was to a SANFL operated venue because back at the time the SANFL owned both licenses so that the SANFL essentially could dictate where both clubs would play through the sublicense agreement in place with both clubs.

The club was essentially screwed whatever way it went, even if the Liberal proposal was successful the SANFL overlords would have still controlled the new stadium.

 

[Dirty Bird]

Deadly serious. It’s way better than Docklands, and way better than the MCG (with the possible exception of when the MCG has 80k plus, altho a full AO is amazing). I genuinely think ppl don’t appreciate what an amazing stadium it is.

Which stadiums do you think are better?

Many argue the MCG but the Warne Stand is an outdated embarrassment which makes it crap for 50% of those in attendance. I did tier 1 GSS for the 2015 SF and tier 3 for 2017 Melbourne games. Now the ONLY time I will select a seat in the Warne stand is if it's all that's left. Plus it's oversized, it's a souless bowl for anything less than 60k. Almost feels like you're at an exhibition match with the lack of atmosphere at the ground. Once they demolish the Warne stand and rebuild, then I'll reassess. But until then, I'll rate Marvel over the MCG.

And others would argue Perth Stadium. Sorry, but that was a bad experience. There's less legroom in the grand stand than Adelaide Oval, and the cup holders instantly become a tripping hazard. Stadium design doesn't follow basic logic (the main gate filters into the pocket, then you're expected to head west to go to the most popular sitting area in a higher tier east? Sheer stupidity) Throw in ridiculous costings for food/drinks (a hot dog is about 50% more than one of those barossa vienna ones here, and the cost 15oz in Perth is the same as 20oz in Adelaide). Before I went, things sounded good, and modern, but from a fan perspective. I was left dissapointed.

I haven't really came across any other arguments. I'd argue Marvel > MCG. The atmosphere at the 2023 (or was it 2022) Essendon vs Adelaide game at Marvel (the game Tex came back after suspension) >>>>>>>>>>>> 2009 SF atmosphere

 

[Rotayjay]

Agree about the money though. Every year we hear about Marvel and MCG freezing ticket and food prices, while the SMA here is like "Oh you better believe we're upping prices again." It's becoming a costly day out.

The SMA - Screwing Mugs Authority.

The two best things about Adelaide Oval are the rich history (it's deeply entwined in the history of this state) and the transport. Getting to Footy Park was a pain in the arse, so I rarely went.

 

[glengowan]

One of the issues with AO comes from information for those that have mobility issues like myself,
The stadium management
Ticketing and even when a few months ago I wanted to pay the money and stay in the hotel onsite
How do I get from the East to West Stand ?
No one could answer this
No one
So I come down from Darwin but will miss the St K match on site

That's a pity. It should be fairly simple to get from East to West. There is a path behind all the seats leading up from the fence around the entire oval, with access ramps at certain points, that would allow you to go around the whole ground and still see the action. This path also is where a fair portion of the toilets/canteens/bars are located. There are lifts up to the different levels of the various stands.

I have organised a number of things for people with mobility issues, so I understand when you're not sure about a venue, how tricky it is to commit. But, the Adelaide Oval should be pretty user-friendly I would've thought and it's a shame stadium management couldn't provide you with that information or organise to assist you on the day to get you where you need to go. I hope you can still make the game if you get a chance.

 

[adelaidecrows]

That's a pity. It should be fairly simple to get from East to West. There is a path behind all the seats leading up from the fence around the entire oval, with access ramps at certain points, that would allow you to go around the whole ground and still see the action. This path also is where a fair portion of the toilets/canteens/bars are located. There are lifts up to the different levels of the various stands.

I have organised a number of things for people with mobility issues, so I understand when you're not sure about a venue, how tricky it is to commit. But, the Adelaide Oval should be pretty user-friendly I would've thought and it's a shame stadium management couldn't provide you with that information or organise to assist you on the day to get you where you need to go. I hope you can still make the game if you get a chance.

I was under the impression the oval was entirely accessible from the upper levels stand to stand including to the hotel because isnt the hill of grace restaurant right near the hotel on the floor. I mean they wont want estimed sponsors and vip guests mingling with the commoners as much as possible.

Also im certain there is a stadium map online which shows this. If you had the correct tickets to access everything on that level, then im certain AO staff would help you get access on match day.

 

[Cleric]

AO is a step up over Footy Park, but it's nowhere near as good an experience as either Docklands or Optus in Perth.
Both are far better watching experiences than AO is.

 

[Peter Doherty]

Villis are the new pie supplier at Adelaide Oval.

I prefer a balfours at the footy you need that structural integrity that their shortcrust offers.

Villis can be a flaky, soggy mess.

 

[FR0GGY]

Villis are the new pie supplier at Adelaide Oval.

I prefer a balfours at the footy you need that structural integrity that their shortcrust offers.

Villis can be a flaky, soggy mess.

I’m on the other side, best news I’ve heard all day, can’t stand balfours.

 

[Peter Doherty]

I’m on the other side, best news I’ve heard all day, can’t stand balfours.

You're one of 'those'.

 

[FR0GGY]

You're one of 'those'.

2 inch thick pastry has no business with a pie.

 

[Peter Doherty]

2 inch thick pastry has no business with a pie.

I'm flaky enough, thank you.

 

[Scorpus]

AO is a step up over Footy Park, but it's nowhere near as good an experience as either Docklands or Optus in Perth.
Both are far better watching experiences than AO is.

Docklands!?!?!?! Better than Adelaide Oval!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

I'm sorry but I've been to both venues a lot of times and the experience is much better at Adelaide Oval

 

[Samcro24]

You're one of 'those'.

Frog man has some highly questionable tastes.

This is not one of them.

 

[Blue Red and Gold]

It amazes me that anyone can be negative over AO after what we had to contend with at Footy Park.

AO redevelopment is the best thing that has ever happened to this city/state

 

[Velvet George]

I’m on the other side, best news I’ve heard all day, can’t stand balfours.

Do you have sauce with your pies and do you prefer it refrigerated or room temperature

 

[Carn The Texan]

AO is a step up over Footy Park, but it's nowhere near as good an experience as either Docklands or Optus in Perth.
Both are far better watching experiences than AO is.

Docklands is completely sterile. Feels like a garage, or a suburban rec centre. Even worse, it's at the worst end of Melbourne's CBD - good luck finding a nice pub down there. Not even the home fans like Docklands, sorry.

 

[FR0GGY]

Do you have sauce with your pies and do you prefer it refrigerated or room temperature

Yes

 

[adelaidecrows]

Docklands!?!?!?! Better than Adelaide Oval!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

I'm sorry but I've been to both venues a lot of times and the experience is much better at Adelaide Oval

I think some people like docklands because of how close the stands are to the action.

 

[Scorpus]

Docklands is completely sterile. Feels like a garage, or a suburban rec centre. Even worse, it's at the worst end of Melbourne's CBD - good luck finding a nice pub down there. Not even the home fans like Docklands, sorry.

It's also not good if it's a 30-40k crowd and you're up in the third tier with the roof shut. Gets very stuffy and stale.

And leaving the stadium since they put up those buildings around it is very slow and crowded even with a relatively small crowd

 

[cleanhands]

It's also not good if it's a 30-40k crowd and you're up in the third tier with the roof shut. Gets very stuffy and stale.

And leaving the stadium since they put up those buildings around it is very slow and crowded even with a relatively small crowd

I did enjoy a Bruce Springsteen concert there

 

[FR0GGY]

We to the crows bommers game in July at Marvel and zero complaints.
75m walk to our room, perfect

 

[rocket18]

It amazes me that anyone can be negative over AO after what we had to contend with at Footy Park.

AO redevelopment is the best thing that has ever happened to this city/state

Would it amaze you if people thought AO was better than Footy Park but that didn't make it the best stadium in the country?

That is what most people who have complaints with AO would be thinking.

 

[Cleric]

Docklands!?!?!?! Better than Adelaide Oval!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!

I'm sorry but I've been to both venues a lot of times and the experience is much better at Adelaide Oval

Nah, Docklands is the best stadium in my opinion.
1. You are undercover, no rain, no wind, no sloppy wet weather footy, so the game is played in perfect conditions and you are dry.
2. The way the seats are you are almost on the sidelines even high up. The stands at AO place you further back from the ground, giving you a worse viewing perspective.

 

[Cleric]

Docklands is completely sterile. Feels like a garage, or a suburban rec centre. Even worse, it's at the worst end of Melbourne's CBD - good luck finding a nice pub down there. Not even the home fans like Docklands, sorry.

Not when it's a full crowd.
The worst stadium atmosphere wise is the MCG with 10,000 people there.
I think AO is a big step up over FP, but for me it lacks the spectator benefits that Docklands brings.

Perths Optus Oval is the best outdoor stadium in Oz.

 

[Cleric]

Would it amaze you if people thought AO was better than Footy Park but that didn't make it the best stadium in the country?

That is what most people who have complaints with AO would be thinking.

Yep, that's my thoughts.
I am pretty patriotic state wise, and AO is a good ground, but I think both Optus and Dicklands are better.
AO is better than the SCG, Brisbane and similar to MCG, although when it's sold out the MCG is something to behold with 100,000 people in it.