Facilities
The main or 'Old Stand' of the ground (also known as the 'Ardan O Coinneain') lies across from the 'New Stand' (also known as the 'Ardan O Riain') both of which are covered. Behind the goals are two uncovered terraces known as the 'Town End' and the 'Killinan End' respectively.
In April 2006, Tipperary County Board announced an €18 million redevelopment plan for the Stadium. The three-year project aimed to boost attendances to over 55,000, as well as providing a wide range of modern facilities such as corporate space concessions, dining and changing areas within both main stands. Proposals will also be made for upgrading the present standing terraces and provide for the installation of a modern floodlighting facility. Phase one of the upgrade project, upgrading the Kinnane Stand side of the stadium, involved expenditure of €5.5 million.
On 14 February 2009, the new state of the art floodlights were officially switched on by GAA president Nickey Brennan before the National Hurling League game against Cork.
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