A number of League of Ireland clubs were quids in today after a Sports Capital Grants bonanza.
The Government has dished out over €1.5 million in funding to Premier and First Division clubs towards improving grounds, facilities and equipment.
Bohemians and DCU were awarded the maximum allocation of €300,000 for the development of an all-weather pitch at their DCU training base.
Cobh Ramblers were also awarded €300,000 for the general upgrade of club facilities and equipment.
Bray Wanderers have the green light to install an artificial pitch at the Carlisle Grounds after a €280,700 allocation.
This could be an additional pitch for training, although the Wicklow club has in the past strongly considered replacing the existing grass surface.
Athlone Town landed a €250,674 windfall for dressing room and toilet upgrade work, as well as a fitness suite.
Sligo Rovers will install new floodlights and carry out general upgrades at the Showgrounds after a €211,674 grant.
