Regeneration area boost as sports facility gets go-ahead

ONE of Limerick’s regeneration areas has received a major sporting boost following the signing of contracts for the development of a €355,000 all-weather pitch in Kings Island.

The 60x40 metre astro-turf pitch will be developed at the shared Star Rovers and Athlunkard Villa grounds at Assumpta Park /Lee Estate and will come complete with upgraded changing room facilities, floodlighting and additional car parking.

The contracts for the development of the project were signed by Star Rovers FC with specialised contractors Crawford Group.