ACT Minister of Sport, Mr Andrew Barr, officially opened the redeveloped Hawker Football Centre on Friday, 31st July. The natural playing field has been replaced with TigerTurf Soccer Real, an international standard synthetic surface.
Andrew said it was exciting to start the process of drought proofing Canberra. The first official fixture was hosted with Canberra City taking on Belconnen United. The Soccer Real surface will be field tested to FIFA 2 Star, which means it is designed to mirror the playing characteristics of professional football and FIFA final found competitions and top UEFA competitions can be played at the venue.
TigerTurf Soccer Real produces a pitch that performs like a freshly watered, high quality national turf, without the need for water. Player’s skills and enjoyment are enhanced as the Soccer Real surface is more consistent and safe.