Articles by Joel Smith
Follow @austadiumsAFL dominates Australian sporting crowds in 2023
AFL was the most well-attended sporting competition in 2023, with total crowds exceeding 8 million, almost double that of the NRL.
Full StoryBrisbane Mayor backs RNA Showgrounds during Gabba rebuild
With the Gabba set to be bulldozed in 2026, the Brisbane RNA Showgrounds remain as a contender to host AFL and cricket.
Full StoryT20 World Cup Stadiums: Full list and venue profiles
Australia hosts the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022 in October-November, with matches to be played at seven iconic cricket stadiums. Find out more about each venue.
Full StoryAustralia’s most memorable sporting events of the last 10 years
Australia is a country obsessed with sport and over the country’s relatively short history, there have been many memorable events both at home and around the globe.
Full StoryRanking The 5 Best US College Basketball Arenas
While the NBA is the world’s most popular basketball league, the USA’s college basketball system is right up there in terms of popularity.
Full StoryTop 10: Best Premier League Stadiums of All Time
Watching your favourite game from the best stadium is a must for a true Premier League supporter. Read about the best stadiums of all time.
Full StoryRobbie Fowler’s only hat-trick in the A-League came at HBF Park
HBF Park has played host to some famous Brits over the years, with the venue formerly known as Perth Oval happy to throw open its doors to visitors from the other side of the world.
Full StoryThe Top 10 Most High-Tech Sports Stadiums to visit Worldwide
In the ever-changing modern world, more and more people are looking for reasons to attend stadiums to watch a game instead of watching it in the comfort of their homes.
Full StoryHindmarsh Stadium is home to a 1-in-1000 goal
Hindmarsh Stadium is often referred to as one of the best purpose-built football stadiums in Australia and the Adelaide venue once witnessed a goal from one of the world’s best.
Full StoryWill Melbourne Park play host to Serena Williams again?
Serena Williams will not be taking part at the 2022 Australian Open. History, if it is to be made by an iconic American tennis star, will have to be written away from Melbourne Park.
Full StoryMost Impressive Football Stadiums in the World
The beautiful game of football is made up of stories, legends and magical moments passed down from generation to generation.
Full StoryAustralia welcomes rebranded Accor Stadium
Hotel giant, Accor, recently signed a contract to have the naming rights for Stadium Australia located in Sydney. The newly branded Accord Stadium is the well-known venue located at Sydney Olympic Park.
Full StorySix Iconic Stadiums Around the World
There are some moments in sports that fans will remember forever. The stadiums where these iconic events happened are a part of history.
Full StoryHistory hope for Stadium Australia at 2023 Women’s World Cup
The next Women’s World Cup remains a while off – a ball won’t be kicked in anger until July 20, 2023. Attention can, however, start to drift towards what that tournament will deliver on and off the field.
Full StoryNRL plans to build a new Western Sydney stadium
The National Rugby League is in the initial stages of planning to construct a new stadium in Sydney’s southwest. The code is looking to own a stadium similar to its counterpart’s, the AFL, who own Marvel Stadium.
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