graz gp Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 It's very quiet on the sale front maybe any buyers are waiting to see what comes out of the agm. From what Mr Machin is saying the impression he gives is no buyer no speedway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manchesterpaul Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 What sort of attendances do Sheffield Eagles get for their matches? How do they compare with the two motor sport disciplines at Owlerton - speedway and the stock cars? I take it that if Eagles do base there it will only be for first team matches? From the clubs website; "Sheffield Eagles would like to thank all fans, old and new who have come out this season to support the Eagles in 2012. Ahead of our crucial play off clash with Batley this Sunday, the Eagles would like to announce that our average league attendances have risen to 1173 this year, a rise of 14% on 2011. This included our largest attendance at Don Valley Stadium since our time back in Super League over 12 years ago as 1,815 came to our winning opening league game against Swinton Lions and also experienced our excellent Carnival Day." And from Wikipedia which i quoted in a Sheffield thread a while ago; "Sheffield's record attendance at Owlerton was set at 3,636 for a third round Challenge Cup game against Oldham in 1989." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK86 Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 It's very quiet on the sale front maybe any buyers are waiting to see what comes out of the agm. From what Mr Machin is saying the impression he gives is no buyer no speedway. well he says he is looking forward to enjoying thursday nights mingling with friends and enjoying the speedway with no worries, my bet is he has a buyer and it all needs confirming at AGM before release the news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graz gp Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 I hope so. But I am not convinced there are a lot of problems to sort out before speedway can run at Sheffield. Imo the air fence being the major one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screm Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 Doesnt any prospective buyer have to be cleared by the BSPA before the sale can go through.Something like a fit and proper person test,though if that particular magnifying glass was directed at some of the current crop of promoters theres a chance there would be very few left.(insert appropriate smiley) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 (edited) What's Machin selling? His licence and some worthless assets? Can't see him getting much dough. Edited November 15, 2013 by Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
graz gp Posted November 15, 2013 Report Share Posted November 15, 2013 As I said big problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shale Shaker Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 What has happened to co-promoter Nigel Hinchliffe, surely he has an interest in the business or is Machin the sole owner. Hinchliffe was writing a regular blog (Inside Line) on the website earlier in the season, but seemed to go AWOL after 3 or 4 months. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin king Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 What has happened to co-promoter Nigel Hinchliffe, surely he has an interest in the business or is Machin the sole owner. Hinchliffe was writing a regular blog (Inside Line) on the website earlier in the season, but seemed to go AWOL after 3 or 4 months. Nigel Hinchcliffe is not Promoter at the club, he is Joint Team Manager with Dave Hoggart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RS50 Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Was Hinchliffe ever co-promoter? Thought it was just Machin and Hoggy (with Machin being owner). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin king Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Was Hinchliffe ever co-promoter? Thought it was just Machin and Hoggy (with Machin being owner). No he never was, he rose from been the Youth Development Officer and was promoted to Team Manager when Eric Boocock left the club at the end of 2011. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shale Shaker Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Oh ok, my mistake. Just wondered if there was anyone already connected with the club who might be a potentail buyer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcelle Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Does anyone know how much he wants for it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin king Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Does anyone know how much he wants for it? not sure but they reckon he wants a free carvery each week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting to see Peterborough not in any league (pending a buyer being found), yet Sheffield are in the PL. Does this mean a buyer has been found? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting to see Peterborough not in any league (pending a buyer being found), yet Sheffield are in the PL. Does this mean a buyer has been found? ..and Hoggy on the MC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skittle_face Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Also with Dave Hoggart still named part of the management committee must see him retain club involvement at Sheffield? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spin king Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 Interesting to see Peterborough not in any league (pending a buyer being found), yet Sheffield are in the PL. Does this mean a buyer has been found? It has been intimated that there was a possible buyer, but they were waiting too see what the changes were at the Conference, with nothing really changing at Premier League level it would appear that prospective new owner is happy with the outcome. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevePark Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 ..and Hoggy on the MC. Well spotted! Never thought about that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK86 Posted November 17, 2013 Report Share Posted November 17, 2013 It has been intimated that there was a possible buyer, but they were waiting too see what the changes were at the Conference, with nothing really changing at Premier League level it would appear that prospective new owner is happy with the outcome. Hopefully we get some news in next day or two so we all know where we stand for next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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