StevePark 2,781 Posted December 6, 2013 Not sure if I have missed this, but I can't see anywhere on either the Poole web site, Echo or Echo twitter accounts where it says Matt Ford has said this?? . The only reference I have found is what has been posted by another forum member. Is their a link to where Matt has stated this? Agreed! Going back to the start of this thread, there were at least 2 other posts with the same info! Do they actually follow the Echo sports reporter's tweets? Its not as if he's even the regular speedway reporter!! Also, whether MF did say anything to this reporter (MF is not on Twitter),where and from whom would he have got the info if the 'deal is still being negotiated'?! So post #30 is a 'put up job' is it? Would Matt Ford have been happy if someone 'leaked' the info that Darcy Ward was returning to Poole in 2014, before he announced it? Of course he wouldn't, so why do it to someone else? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simon.c 23 Posted December 6, 2013 At the moment it would appear to be this Echo reporter that has released information that maybe he shouldn't have. as this has not been officially released by the paper on it's web site or main twitter account, it seems the reporter has jumped the gun. And before I am accused of defending Matt Ford, please be assured I'm not. I am just trying to look at this from another perspective. I am sure that there are many reporters that have information that maybe should not yet be available for the public domain, in fact I believe Phil Rising must find himself in this position on many occasions. I would guess that if this is the case then Matt will think twice before talking to this reporter in the future 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stevierol 1 Posted December 6, 2013 I agree with a lot that Midland Red says but still believe that families are being priced out of going to speedway and unfortunately this has not beed addressed even with reducing rider costs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
one of clubs 116 Posted December 6, 2013 This is good news,if it is confirmed.Congratulations also to Uncle Terry on negotiating his not inconsiderable slice of pie,which he takes from every club.Cheers.On the negative side that clown has put his foot in it by opening his mouth.Buffoon. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flagrag 704 Posted December 7, 2013 (edited) My understanding is that if plans come through British Speedway will be better off financially as they have tv rights deal which will help attract sponsors to clubs as can offer exposure. This is also along with league sponsors who will pay to have their brand advertised at every track i would imagine along other benefits. There is also possible tv coverage sponsors whose bramd will be shown on the tv ad bumpers although this will be majority kept by the broadcaster. Edited December 7, 2013 by flagrag Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skidder1 7,637 Posted December 7, 2013 My understanding is that if plans come through British Speedway will be better off financially as they have tv rights deal which will help attract sponsors to clubs as can offer exposure. This is also along with league sponsors and tv coverage. Sponsors although this will be majority kept by the broadcaster. It might be me - but I don't fully understand that post!!?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,706 Posted December 7, 2013 It might be me - but I don't fully understand that post!!??I took this to mean a League sponsor - money to clubs and then a tv coverage sponsor - majority money to Sky to offset production costs. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starman2006 2,354 Posted December 7, 2013 And lets hope some of any profits get ploughed back into British Speedway.. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kester 3,026 Posted December 7, 2013 And lets hope some of any profits get ploughed back into British Speedway.. I can't believe for one moment there's any chance of that happening, it'll go entirely on propping up ailing businesses. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Byker Biker 471 Posted December 7, 2013 My understanding is that if plans come through British Speedway will be better off financially as they have tv rights deal which will help attract sponsors to clubs as can offer exposure. This is also along with league sponsors and tv coverage. Sponsors although this will be majority kept by the broadcaster. [/] Jet lagged? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted December 7, 2013 And lets hope some of any profits get ploughed back into British Speedway.. Why? Surely the only people who will benefit should be the club staging a TV meeting.? How they chose to use it is up to them surely? I can't believe for one moment there's any chance of that happening, it'll go entirely on propping up ailing businesses. Exactly. they should be the only beneficiaries. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starman2006 2,354 Posted December 9, 2013 (edited) Why? Surely the only people who will benefit should be the club staging a TV meeting.? How they chose to use it is up to them surely? Exactly. they should be the only beneficiaries. Yeh, but you tell me how the hell we suposed to bring on and give the British kids the facillities they need to bring them on? Edited December 9, 2013 by Starman2006 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BWitcher 12,453 Posted December 9, 2013 Yeh, but you tell me how the hell we suposed to bring on and give the British kids the facillities they need to bring them on? Don't spend 20k on riders and drop them a couple of weeks later would be a start. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Posted December 9, 2013 (edited) Yeh, but you tell me how the hell we suposed to bring on and give the British kids the facillities they need to bring them on? Promoters are in the sport for one reason - promoting the sport not subsidising training ventures of young riders. Promoters make an initial investment and are entitled to a maximum return at the end of the day for their financial input. As speedway is constructed in regard to riders they are all freelances and not contracted to a club. There is no purpose in a promoter training young riders when he will have no contractual hold over the end product. That's a harsh reality of the promotional world. The training of young riders is something that needs to be dealt with through other means rather than skimming of deserved returns for a person prepared to promote a track as is the case when they allow SKY the facilities to screen one of their matches. Edited December 9, 2013 by Guest Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starman2006 2,354 Posted December 9, 2013 Promoters are in the sport for one reason - promoting the sport not subsidising training ventures of young riders. Promoters make an initial investment and are entitled to a maximum return at the end of the day for their financial input. As speedway is constructed in regard to riders they are all freelances and not contracted to a club. There is no purpose in a promoter training young riders when he will have no contractual hold over the end product. That's a harsh reality of the promotional world. The training of young riders is something that needs to be dealt with through other means rather than skimming of deserved returns for a person prepared to promote a track as is the case when they allow SKY the facilities to screen one of their matches. So, by what other means do you suggest to bring on the kids. And how will that be financed? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
