Crystal Palace USA (errr....Baltimore) has announced that its home games will move from UMBC Stadium to the UMBC Soccer Stadium. Coach Pete Medd noted that this move was a distance of 100 meters, which is almost 110 yards if you're in America. What he fails to mention is that it's up a hill, so it's probably a bit more when you really think about it.
The soccer stadium will get a big upgrade: New Bermuda grass pitch. New lights. New LED scoreboard. And, of course, fireworks!
The soccer pitch is far from perfect, however. The pitch is on the small side and the seating is limited at best. Aluminum benches cover the near side. There are no permanent bathrooms. Not the most comfortable or spacious of setups.
On the plus side, the benches are literally 3 feet from the touchline (sideline). Don't like the call from the Linesman (Assistant Referee)? Just stick out your foot next time they run by. Players will not only hear your heckles, but they'll also smell the beer (V8 juice) on your breath.
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