We managed to get into the stadium before it started raining, but by the time we got seated it was absolutely bucketing down. We were lucky and had seats up in the nosebleed section, which is all undercover. But I have to say, I don't think there is actually a bad seat in the Gabba, everywhere gives a good clear view of the field. It's only really the weather that makes some areas less desirable, and last night was one of those nights.
It was a ripper of a game too, with the Lions smashing the Swans for the first time in 5 years, 100 to 67. The Lions played a brilliant game, despite the inclement weather, and I had a fantastic time.
One of the things I really like about Brisbane Lions games is the fact that they promote a family friendly atmosphere. Even for the night games, they encourage people to bring their families, and that all ages are welcome to the games. There are licensed areas for those who would like to drink alcohol, but there are also PLENTY of alcohol free areas too for those who don't wish to be around the booze. Which really encourages it to be about more than a piss up over football. I like that.
I can heartily recommend going to a game of Aussie Rules at the Gabba, even if you're not a big fan of football, because it is so much fun you will be a fan before long.
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What a great night! And even better that the Lions won the game.
Even though I'm not a great lover of cricket, football etc it is on my 'to do list' to go to a match at the Gabba or SCG or the like as I have had time and time again that the atmosphere at these places is mind blowing.
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