Project 1 - Ralston 3G Pitch Replacement
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A new state-of-the-art pitch for the next generation of St Mirren talent!
Funding Goal
Raised so far
Left to raise
£35,000
Why are we replacing the pitch?
"To compete and develop players, you need the right environment every day. A high-quality training surface is fundamental to how we prepare, perform and progress as a club" - Craig McLeish
The current 3G surface is approaching the end of its lifespan and will require replacement to maintain the standards expected of a modern professional football club.
Renewing the pitch will help protect a key club asset, support the first team and academy, and strengthen the player pathway from youth football through to the senior squad. The new pitch will have an expected lifespan of approximately 10 years.
Performance Environment & Player Development Pathway
A place for current and future stars to develop and excel, delivering on the club's strategy.
A high quality surface is critical to:
- Maintaining SFA and UEFA licensing standards
- Providing a safe and consistent training environment
- Supporting first-team and academy training programmes
- Enhancing player development and performance outcomes
- Protecting one of our clubs most imporant assets
How much will the new pitch cost?
The pitch replacement project is estimated to cost around £300,000
Funding of the pitch replacement will come from the sources below:
- Up to £200,000 via. possible grant funding sources e.g. SportScotland, National Lottery, Scottish FA, Scottish Football Partnership.
- £100,000 from SMiSA's 'Build the Buds' pot
SMiSA's current funding model
SMiSA's current 'Build the Buds' funding model splits are set-out below for full transparency with our members. Should anyone have any further questions on our finances, please email [email protected] and we will do our best to assist.
