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Purveyors of the Edmonton Soccer Dome hope to change the game for the better in the city and throughout the province.

The 12,540-square-metre structure, commissioned by the Edmonton Scottish Society and set to open in four weeks, will allow the traditional outdoor game to be played indoors on a year-round basis.

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“I think what it signals, is the game is evolving,” said Kevin Poissant, Edmonton Scottish United Soccer Club technical director. “We understand the importance of player development and coaching education and referee development. One of the pieces of the puzzle that is being address now is also facility development. Being able to play and train in the traditional game environment 12 months of the year, I think it’ll make an impact in the city of Edmonton.”

The Soccer Dome, located on the society’s grounds at Grant MacEwan Park on the city’s far south-side, can be configured in three different game models suiting seven aside, nine aside and the tradition 11-aside game. It is the largest structure of its kind in Canada and is among the largest in North America. The facility expects to open in mid-September, will accommodate a number of youth leagues and be available for private use.