The first of the Bulldogs NRL Pre-Season Challenge matches will take place at Belmore Sports Ground tomorrow, Thursday the 15th of February.
First up, the Bulldogs NSW Cup squad will line up against the North Sydney Bears (kick-off at 4:30PM) before Members, fans and on-lookers are granted their first glimpse at the 2024 Bulldogs NRL squad when they face off with Melbourne Storm under Belmore lights (7:00PM kick-off).
Gates will open at 4:15pm for this unmissable event!
GAME DETAILS
2024 NRL Pre-Season Challenge 1
Thursday 15 February 2024
Belmore Sports Ground, Belmore, NSW
Box Office Opens 4:00pm
Public Gates Open 4:15pm
NSW Cup Bulldogs V Bears Kick Off 4:30pm
NRL Bulldogs v Storm Kick Off 7:00pm
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Tickets are on sale through Ticketek now!
Starting from just $25* for an adult ticket, bring the whole pack to Belmore Sports Ground.
Don’t get stuck in the queue, pre-purchase your tickets online.
If you have selected mobile tickets, please ensure you download your ticket before you arrive. You must share your tickets with the group or party coming with you before you arrive. Mobile ticket sharing FAQs.
*Excluding Booking Fees
MEMBER ACCESS
Please note that this fixture is NOT included as part of any Ticketed Membership package and Membership cards will NOT scan into the event. Members will be required to purchase tickets to this fixture.
Members are entitled to a 20% discount using their Member password at the checkout: GET TICKETS NOW.
Tomorrow's match offers fans an exciting glimpse at the new breed of Bulldogs, with a number of combinations expected to be tested on the field. Don't miss your chance to rally behind the Bulldogs and enjoy the atmosphere under Belmore lights.
FOOD & DRINK
We are proud to bring fans the opportunity to feast on a variety of food choices around the venue including pies, chips, hotdogs, burgers and more which will be available to purchase on the evening.
SAPPHIRES
Get down to Belmore and enjoy the live, on-field halftime performance with the Sapphires - the Club's official cheer squad.
The Sapphires, along with official mascots Bella & Brutus will also be available for photos during the evening.
MERCHANDISE
Shop the range of Bulldogs 2024 merchandise at the Merchandise Van located inside Gate A behind the main grandstand.
The Bulldog Belmore on Burwood Road will also be open for business from 10:00AM – 7:00PM on Game Day. These are extended trading hours to celebrate match day.
2024 Bulldogs Home & Away jerseys will be available for purchase.
Don’t forget, Members enjoy 15% off! Simply show your 2024 Membership card to the staff.
TRAFFIC & TRANSPORT
With increased traffic expected as NRL fans descend on Belmore for the first glimpse of the team in 2024, ticket holders are encouraged to plan their trip ahead of time and consider all the available travel options.
You can plan your trip and arrive early using the Transport for NSW Trip Planner here.
RAIL: The closest station to Belmore Sports Ground is Belmore, and trains run to Belmore regularly on the T2 Inner West & Leppington Line and the T3 Bankstown Line. The venue is a short walk from the station down Burwood Road and Leylands Parade.
BUSES: A number of regular bus services make stops within walking distance of Belmore Sports Ground, including routes 415, 487, 490 and 942.
DRIVING: Traffic will be heavier than usual on roads approaching Belmore Sports Ground including Canterbury Road, Burwood Road, Leylands Parade, Edison Street, Palmer Street and Thorncraft Parade as crowds travel to and from the game. Some local roads may close to ensure pedestrian safety during pre, during and following the event. You can find real-time updates on traffic conditions at livetraffic.com.
PARKING: Parking is limited on local streets and car parks in the area, fans are advised to arrive early and allow additional travel time.
ROAD CLOSURES: Edison Lane will be closed on Thursday 15 February 2024 from 7:00am through to midnight. A temporary closure of the small section of Waverly Street adjacent to Belmore Sports Ground is also planned. During the closures, traffic controllers will be in attendance to provide local resident access only.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
As per the Conditions of Entry, the following restricted/prohibited items are not permitted into Belmore Sports Ground:
- Prams/strollers.
- Scooters, skateboards, bikes, or any unauthorised means of transportation.
- Camping chairs.
- Eskys.
- Any other items determined by Stadium management that may cause injury or public nuisance.
If any of these are items are brought to the Stadium, they will undergo cloaking prior to entry by Event Security.
WEATHER
Min: 19 Max: 24
Cloudy. Chance of showers, most likely in the evening.
Wet weather options will be available to purchase at the Merchandise stall. Click here to stay up to date.
QUESTIONS ON GAME DAY
If you have any enquiries on Game Day, you can get help from a Bulldogs representative at the Membership Stall on the way into the venue, located in Terry Lamb Reserve.
Alternatively, you can visit the Box Office at Gate A, which will be open from 4:00PM, for general enquiries including but not limited to ticket sales, general ticket enquiries, lost tickets, Bulldogs Members enquiries, Team collections etc.
