Brummies_Ste 134 Posted September 17, 2014 From the still active Brummies Official Site TONY Mole, the man who revived speedway in Birmingham back in 2007, is helping the Brummies get back on the comeback trail again! Kidderminster-based Mole has revealed how he has purchased speedway plant, machinery and equipment at Perry Barr from the administrators appointed after the collapse of the Alan and Charles Phillips promotion in July which saw the club fold mid-season. He is hoping to attract a group of investors to join him to secure the future of the sport in the city – starting with a track return in March next year. Now Mole has called a meeting – by invitation only – of potential investors at Perry Barr on Wednesday, October 1. He added: “New investment will be required to finance the purchase from the BSPA cash bonds, licence fees and rider retained list of Birmingham Brummies Speedway plus out of season expenditure and working capital. “Invitations will be sent to all substantial sponsors and financially interested parties where financial pledges will be requested. “The meeting will be held at Perry Barr stadium VIP entrance at 7.30pm on Wednesday 1st October 2014. “Entrance can only be permitted to those persons who have been invited.” Those who wish to attend the investment meeting and have access to financial funds should submit their request, with contact details, to: R&D Aggregates Ltd, 2 Lisle Avenue, Kidderminster DY11 7DN or by email info@unitstolet.net for the attention of Tony Mole. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brummie Kev 519 Posted September 17, 2014 Drury not ruling out a return, really wish we could Phil Morris aswell Graham Drury has hailed the news that Tony Mole is the man to lead a bid to revive the Birmingham Brummies for next season. The former Perry Barr boss, who quit the club in April after a dispute with failed promoters Alan and Charles Phillips, was alongside Mole when the sport returned to the city in 2007 after an absence of over 20 years. Now Mole has secured speedway equipment from the administrators, who took charge following the demise of the club in July, and has called a meeting of potential investors for October 1. But Drury is refusing to say whether he will return to the club should they be successful in entering the Premier or Elite League next year. “This is the best news any Birmingham supporter can get at this stage,” said Drury. “Tony Mole has a proven record of running Birmingham Speedway as a stable business and the fact he has purchased all the equipment from the administrators means he is the favourite to take the sport forward at Perry Barr. “I’m not sure about my own position right now, Denise and I are really enjoying life, spending time with the grandkids, clearing out the loft and going on days out! “But you can never say never – Denise and I gave our all for seven years at Birmingham and it broke our hearts to see the way the previous promotion destroyed the club. “Now all I want to see is the club back on track and Perry Barr Stadium staging speedway – whatever Tony Mole wants from me to make that happen I will be happy to help out.” Mole has revealed how he wants to secure the club for 2015 before handing it over to other consortium members if possible. He is now in semi-retirement and doesn’t want an ongoing full-time commitment but his passion for the sport – and Birmingham in particular – remains clear. The meeting of potential investors takes place at the stadium but any other interested parties can contact Mole at R&D Aggregates in Kidderminster on 01562 745683. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
packerman 160 Posted September 19, 2014 Great News. All the best Brummie fans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_martin 1,606 Posted September 24, 2014 ... really wish we could Phil Morris aswell I've got Mick Bratley on my wish list for come-back personalities. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greyhoundp 990 Posted October 16, 2014 Been reported on Radio WM tonight, Tony Mole thinks the chances of a Brum return are better than 50/50, now bearing in mind that Tony is a naturally cautious man, i think this must mean the return is more than just a distinct possibility. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedwayfun 86 Posted October 21, 2014 This does not sound so plausible - I do hope it is not wishful thinking - I do hope the brummies will be back and I can see them and the the other midland teams I so enjoy watching when I am in the area - I wish you all the best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brummie Boy 61 Posted October 28, 2014 Confirmed on the Brummies website today that Tony Mole has not been able to raise sufficient financial backing for a return of racing at Perry Barr. Unfortunately, that means the Brummies are no go for 2015. Will we ever see the Brummies ride again at Perry Barr? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aces51 2,778 Posted October 28, 2014 (edited) Very disappointing news. Let's hope the situation changes before teams have to declare for next year. You have to feel for people like Brian Buck, who put so much time and effort into getting speedway back in Birmingham and for the many Brummie supporters. Edited October 28, 2014 by Aces51 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TesarRacing 1,825 Posted October 28, 2014 What can any new promotion do to get the supporters through the turnstiles though - I thought that was the biggest issue. Unless that can be addressed surely it's not a viable proposition. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gemini 4,894 Posted October 28, 2014 Unfortunately that seems to be the case with Eastbourne and Peterborough as well - just not enough supporters to make it viable. At least Eastbourne are dropping down to the National League and hopefully something can be sorted out at Peterborough as it would be a travesty for that track to close. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
g13webb 4,254 Posted October 28, 2014 I have the utmost respect for Buster, our promoter, who works tirelessly to make speedway at Lynn a success. Over the years he has progressed with work and improvements to make the stadium more appealing. He has a reliable fans base who will supports whatever., But not knowing any facts or figures, it is obvious, to a layman, the crowds numbers are not enough on there own to make it a viable business. The books have to be balanced up with many sponsorship deals . If that assessment is correct, than the facts are indeed sad, and it is little wonder clubs are closing down. The real issue here is the lack of 'Bums on Seats' If the sport is surviving on sponsorship alone, It won't be long before those sponsors will decide enough is enough, and more clubs will follow suit. The powers need to realise that speedway is a £10 sport and not £15. The fans want excitement, close racing and happy times. at a price they can afford. Top names are good but not that important as the sport itself.........nor at a cost that most cant afford to pay...... 8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spencebel 181 Posted October 28, 2014 Tai said at his evening with Tai, that we the fan pay to much money for what we get... He also said I will most probably get slated for saying this... I say good on him for being honest and telling it how it is. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ABS 231 Posted October 29, 2014 Maybe this is the wrong thread, but it was stated that the downturn in revenue from Sky would be compensated for by the Elite League obtaining sponsorship for the league as a whole. My question is what happened, or rather didn't happen as regards this sponsorship and what was the negative impact on each club's revenue stream as compared to the previous Sky deal? Who was tasked with going out and bringing in such a deal? What I am really asking is would sponsorship have been the difference between B'Ham closing down and Eastbourne leaving the Elite League, as I suspect is the case? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reliant Robin 492 Posted October 29, 2014 Maybe this is the wrong thread, but it was stated that the downturn in revenue from Sky would be compensated for by the Elite League obtaining sponsorship for the league as a whole. My question is what happened, or rather didn't happen as regards this sponsorship and what was the negative impact on each club's revenue stream as compared to the previous Sky deal? Who was tasked with going out and bringing in such a deal? What I am really asking is would sponsorship have been the difference between B'Ham closing down and Eastbourne leaving the Elite League, as I suspect is the case? If the reported figures and losses are true then the short answer is no, it wouldn't have been the difference. The loss of sponsorship would equate to approx £10k per Club - a fraction of what the reported losses are. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TesarRacing 1,825 Posted October 30, 2014 I have the utmost respect for Buster, our promoter, who works tirelessly to make speedway at Lynn a success. Over the years he has progressed with work and improvements to make the stadium more appealing. He has a reliable fans base who will supports whatever., But not knowing any facts or figures, it is obvious, to a layman, the crowds numbers are not enough on there own to make it a viable business. The books have to be balanced up with many sponsorship deals . If that assessment is correct, than the facts are indeed sad, and it is little wonder clubs are closing down. The real issue here is the lack of 'Bums on Seats' If the sport is surviving on sponsorship alone, It won't be long before those sponsors will decide enough is enough, and more clubs will follow suit. The powers need to realise that speedway is a £10 sport and not £15. The fans want excitement, close racing and happy times. at a price they can afford. Top names are good but not that important as the sport itself.........nor at a cost that most cant afford to pay...... That was a good post till you got to the £10 bit. I would like to buy a £15k Ford Focus for £10k but I don't think Ford will sell me one. Do you really think if Birmingham had been charging £10 this season they would have got the support to keep them going. Unless you address the costs in speedway it is never going to be a £10 sport and even then I doubt it would be viable. I think the only way forward is accepting that the current level of attendance is going to be the norm, improve the product to make it more slicker and then operate within that cost frame. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
