Sheffield sport: Padel tennis plan for former Don Valley Stadium site
Padel tennis could be coming to Attercliffe after plans for three courts were submitted.
The facilities would be at Steel City Stadium, on the Olympic Legacy Park, which is home to Sheffield Eagles rugby and Sheffield Giants American football teams.
The stadium occupies part of the site of the former Don Valley Stadium.
Developers Scarborough Group International own the site and has submitted the plans. If approved, the firm hopes the courts will be open by summer.
Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in Europe, combining tennis and squash to create a fast-paced, sociable and highly accessible game for all ages and abilities.
Yesterday, The Star revealed plans for padel courts at Heeley Retail Park in Meersbrook, replacing a Matalan which is closing in March.
Scott McCabe, director at SGI, said: “Submitting this planning application marks another important step in the ongoing evolution of Steel City Stadium.
“We have invested considerably in the stadium over recent years, from delivering the grandstand to opening the new café and co-working lounge, and we are committed to ensuring this becomes a vibrant, inclusive and active place for the whole community.
“Padel is a sport that is growing at remarkable pace across the UK. If consent is granted, we stand ready to deliver these courts quickly and bring a much-needed new opportunity for participation, wellbeing and community connection to the Park.”