Terry Lamb Complex facts for kids
| Capacity | 5,000 |
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| Surface | Grass |
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| Type | Sporting fields |
| Location | Corner of Waldron and Miller Roads, Chester Hill, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Etymology | Terry Lamb OAM |
The Terry Lamb Complex is a group of grassy sports fields located in Chester Hill, a suburb of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. You can find it at the corner of Waldron and Miller Roads. This complex is a special place for local sports, especially rugby league and cricket.
It was named in 1986 to honor Terry Lamb, a famous rugby league player. Terry Lamb played for the Chester Hill Hornets when he was a junior. He later became a well-known player. The complex is the home ground for two important local teams: the Chester Hill Hornets (rugby league) and the Chester Hill Youth Cricket Club.
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What is the Terry Lamb Complex?
The Terry Lamb Complex is more than just a few fields. It has two main areas:
- Abbott Park is used for rugby league games.
- Frank Bamfield Oval is where cricket matches are played.
These areas provide great spaces for young athletes to train and compete.
Facilities for Sports and Fun
The complex has many useful features for players and visitors. You will find an enclosed football field, which is fenced off for games. There is also a cricket oval and two cricket nets for practice.
For comfort, there are two canteen facilities where you can grab snacks and drinks. Players have access to four dressing rooms and a special room for referees. There is also a function room for events and a car park for easy access.
Bright Lights for Night Games
The main rugby league field at the complex has powerful lights. These lights are 200-lux powered, which means they are very bright. This allows games to be played even after the sun goes down.
The Bill Lovelee Youth Centre
The main building at the Terry Lamb Complex is called the Bill Lovelee Youth Centre. This building acts as the clubhouse for both the Chester Hill Hornets and the Chester Hill Youth Cricket Club. A clubhouse is a central meeting place for team members and their supporters.
How to Get to the Complex
It's easy to get to the Terry Lamb Complex. You can find extra parking on nearby streets like Campbell Hill Road, Miller Road, Waldron Road, Frost Lane, and Virgil Avenue. The complex is also close to the Chester Hill railway station and the Chester Hill shops, making it simple to visit.
See also
- List of parks in Sydney
