Rugby Park facts for kids
Rugby Park is a famous football stadium located in Kilmarnock, Scotland. It is the home ground for Kilmarnock F.C., a well-known Scottish football club. The club owns the stadium and plays all its home games there.
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Rugby Park Stadium
Rugby Park is one of the oldest football stadiums in Scotland. It has been the home of Kilmarnock F.C. for many years. The stadium is a very important place for the club and its fans. It is where they gather to watch exciting football matches.
What is a Football Stadium?
A football stadium is a large sports venue. It is designed specifically for playing football games. These stadiums have a large pitch (the playing field). They also have stands or terraces where fans can sit or stand. Rugby Park has different stands, each with its own name.
Stands at Rugby Park
The stadium has several main sections for fans. These sections are called stands. For example, there is the Frank Beatie Stand. There are also the Moffat Stand and the East Stand. Each stand offers a different view of the pitch. These areas are where supporters cheer on their team.
Kilmarnock F.C.
Kilmarnock F.C. is one of Scotland's historic football clubs. They have played at Rugby Park for a long time. The stadium is a big part of the club's identity. It has seen many important games and moments in the club's history. Fans often call the team "Killie."
Images for kids
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Front facade of Rugby Park showing the Frank Beatie Stand
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The Park Hotel was opened in 2002, next to Rugby Park
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Looking towards the Moffat Stand (right) and the East Stand (left).
