Proposed Memorial Centre soccer stadium sparks debate in Kingston - Kingston

Proposed Memorial Centre soccer stadium sparks debate in Kingston - Kingston

A 4,000-seat soccer stadium at Kingston’s Memorial Centre sparks debate over green space and community use. Council to decide its fate Tuesday.

Pro soccer team and multi-purpose stadium sought by group in Kingston, Ont. - Turf & Rec

Facility would also accommodate needs of growing soccer numbers

Proposed Memorial Centre soccer stadium sparks debate in Kingston

Victory Grounds Ventures is proposing a 4,000 to 6,000-seat soccer stadium at the Memorial Centre, with hopes of revitalizing the area while creating a new home for turf sports in the city. “It’s already zoned for what we’re trying to do,” said lead investor Paul Barbeau. “The only difference is instead of a puck, we’re putting the ball in place. There were 3,000 people plus here for Frontenac games. At one point there were 40-odd games a year.”…

‘Who are you?’: Private soccer stadium pitch at Kingston Memorial Centre faces skeptical audience

(Kingston, Ontario) The company pitching a $50 million soccer stadium on leased public park space at the Kingston Memorial Centre may have a tough sales job ahead to convince neighbours that it’s a worthwhile project.