Nelson Stadium

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Nelson Stadium
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Nelson Stadium
Full nameNelson Stadium
Location Burlington, Ontario
Owner Halton District School Board
Capacity 1,500
SurfaceArtificial
Construction
Built1965
Renovated2011
Tenants
Nelson Lords
Burlington SC (2013-)

Nelson Stadium is a multi-purpose outdoor sports facility in Burlington, Ontario. The stadium is owned by the Halton District School Board and is operated by Nelson High School. It is located on New Street, Burlington's south-east district. Its capacity is 1,500 and it is the home venue to the Nelson Lords. [1] The facility is primarily used for Canadian football, soccer, and baseball.

In 2011, a joint project between Halton District School Board and the City of Burlington was announced which resulted in the stadiums renovation. The renovations included aesthetic improvements, purchase of player benches, improved lighting, and refurbishment of media box. [2] On May 2, 2013, Burlington SC announced the use of Nelson Stadium as their home venue. [3]

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References

  1. "Nelson Football Facilities". www.nelsonlords.com. Retrieved 2016-06-28.
  2. "Nelson Stadium upgrade" (PDF).
  3. "May 2, 2013 CSL--Burlington an Addition While Astros Strengthen for Upcoming Seasons in the Canadian Soccer League (from CSL web site)". www.rocketrobinsoccerintoronto.com. Retrieved 2016-06-28.

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