"Sorry to the fans" KB Insurance, which was in a hurry to live in a rented room overnight, is looking for a substitute stadium

Nov 28, 2024

A panoramic view of Uijeongbu Gymnasium where KB Insurance was in use. Sports Chosun DB

Suddenly, he became a "three-room house".

KB Insurance Stars Volleyball Team (hereinafter referred to as 'KB Volleyball Team') announced on the 28th that it will change the gym to play the remaining home games for the 24-25 season due to safety concerns at the Uijeongbu Gymnasium.

Uijeongbu City recently conducted a detailed safety diagnosis at Uijeongbu Gymnasium in accordance with the Facility Safety Act. As a result of the diagnosis, it was concluded that special maintenance of the snow load due to sagging of the stadium structural members and deterioration of internal strength was necessary.

Accordingly, Uijeongbu City decided to close Uijeongbu Gymnasium in accordance with Article 23 of the 「Special Act on Safety and Maintenance of Facilities」. A city official inevitably decided to close the gymnasium in consideration of the safety of citizens visiting the Uijeongbu Gymnasium and fans of the KB Volleyball Team," he said.

Accordingly, the KB Volleyball Team, which was notified of the closure of the stadium by Uijeongbu City, is quickly looking for an alternative stadium.

KB Insurance players cheering after winning the Samsung Fire & Marine Insurance match. It is no longer seen at Uijeongbu Gymnasium this season. Sports Chosun DB

The second round match against OK Savings Bank will be held at Gyeyang Gymnasium in Incheon on December 1st. The remaining 24-25 home games are in talks to rent a gym where professional volleyball games are available in Uijeongbu City and northern Gyeonggi Province.

In addition, KB Volleyball Team plans to post notices on its website and SNS on how to change the home stadium and book tickets to prevent confusion among fans.

An official from KB Volleyball Team said, `First of all, we apologize for causing confusion to fans visiting Uijeongbu Gymnasium"We will do our best to organize the current situation as quickly as possible to create an environment in which fans can cheer for them with confidence and joy, and not to interfere with the players' performance." he stated his position.

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