Light is cast on pitch problems at Croker’s Canal End

THE Canal End of the new Croke Park pitch, has undergone remedial work over the past number of months following complaints from players.

"They (stadium authorities) looked at it scientifically and discovered that the problem was caused by a lack of light. Algae had grown on the pitch, so it was sprayed and it was re-seeded," GAA president Sean Kelly said yesterday.

"Now, in order to ensure that there is enough light there, artificial lighting (and heating) is in place. The problem was caused by the height of the stand and the lack of light throughout the playing season."