Stadium
The Onchan Park stadium was originally opened in 1952 and the first game played there was the 1951–52 Manx FA Cup final with Ramsey beating Douglas High School Old Boys 3–2. Onchan F.C. moved into the stadium the following season. The stadium is now known as the Nivison stadium. The stadium has a stand running most of the length pitch.
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