What’s behind the new winter sports arena in south Dublin?

Following the Winter Olympics, Ian O’Riordan of The Irish Times spoke to Prime Arena CEO Dermot Rigley about the vision behind our landmark new winter sports and entertainment development planned for Cherrywood in south Dublin.

Dermot explains how the idea evolved from attracting a professional ice hockey franchise to addressing Ireland’s long‑standing lack of winter sports infrastructure and pathways to high performance. If delivered as planned, the Arena will transform Ireland’s winter sports landscape while creating a lasting legacy for participation, entertainment and international events.