P T Preece Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 Perhaps Drury paid for the kettle in the first place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the hobbit Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 (edited) ??? Edited September 12, 2014 by Bilbo Baggins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeoBrummie Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 Is that true? yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david2905 Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 To be fair to Jack, he cannot be expected to be in a postion to answer questions,where he as little to no knowledge. After all the guy was only a paid employee. The way I read it is the guy is saying from his prospective Phillips played a straight bat with him. I guess Jack can only speak as he finds. JL is pretty blameless in all of this, as someone else said the iceberg had been hit prior to his arrival and by the time he was in his role, team management was the least of our worries. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeoBrummie Posted September 12, 2014 Report Share Posted September 12, 2014 (edited) JL is pretty blameless in all of this, as someone else said the iceberg had been hit prior to his arrival and by the time he was in his role, team management was the least of our worries. Indeed, Jack isn't to blame for anything as you say - perhaps I should have worded my post "ask yourself these questions" - instead of "answer these questions" it seems the only bloke who Phillips looked after was Jack which perhaps explains his loyalty? Edited September 12, 2014 by BeoBrummie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Smith Posted September 13, 2014 Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 Maybe Jack was more switched on with what was happening and only took the job on with cash up front? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capone Posted September 13, 2014 Report Share Posted September 13, 2014 How do you lose 400k in 2 seasons? I just can't work out the maths. [/quo te] ummmm 200k a season?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
high edge Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 It was Grahame who offered me the position of team manager at Birmingham.Alan then rang me to find out who i was and if i would be the right man to take over.He was happy for that to happen after our conversation,when i took over it was evident all was not right with the team and it needed sorting out.After twenty years doing the job at Buxton i new how to handle most problems riders had it is the same whichever league you are in,moans about team partners, track conditions, referees decisions, riding numbers, being replaced in heats ect.At Birmingham when i arrived the team spirit was low riders sitting in there own bays not helping or encouraging one another with the exception of Danny King who was a good captain, i changed it round made a change and we started winning, things looked on the up.Then out of the blue Grahame went off and Alan had to bring in help to run things and between us we got through Grahame said on radio that we got fined on several occasions for fielding incorrect teams this happened once,after that i booked all the guests and we never got another fine.I dont know why all the people left Birmingham all i know is Alan was straight with me and as far as i am concerned did all he could to keep it going.That is all i am going to say about my time at Birmingham i enjoyed it and was so sorry it ended like it did not just for me but for the fans and riders. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P T Preece Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 Theres no E in Graham, thats Graham Drury. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heathen chemistry Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share Posted September 17, 2014 sounds to me like phillips put a side a pot of money and when it run out that was it , he wasnt going to put anymore to it...... shame cuz brum is a decent track Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummies_Ste Posted September 17, 2014 Report Share 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummie Kev Posted September 17, 2014 Author Report Share 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
packerman Posted September 19, 2014 Report Share Posted September 19, 2014 Great News. All the best Brummie fans Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk_martin Posted September 24, 2014 Report Share Posted September 24, 2014 ... really wish we could Phil Morris aswell I've got Mick Bratley on my wish list for come-back personalities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedwayfun Posted October 21, 2014 Report Share 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brummie Boy Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share 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? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aces51 Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TesarRacing Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemini Posted October 28, 2014 Report Share 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 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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