New era Panthers Posted January 1, 2017 Report Share Posted January 1, 2017 team looks alright but nowhere near as strong as sheffields , just hope we see some decent action and not have to listen to saul very often , and put up with the needless interval Craig Saul wouldn't be on my wish list either , I get tired of the same old garbage he keeps spewing out, I suppose it could be worse if we had Peter York though. Team looks solid enough for home performances , away maybe different but I think they may surprise a few teams as well and i'm happy for them to be classed as underdogs. Not many people rated Somerset's chances last season but they proved the doubters wrong. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crump99 Posted January 1, 2017 Report Share Posted January 1, 2017 Never thought that I'd prefer Peter "in joke" York but at least he was visible and didn't continually pop out of the ether with another pit interview. Some can be interesting but generally it's just a noise. That's not Saul specific tbh because his standins are often worse! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flappy Posted January 2, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 HNY not sure what to make of the time, is it includes 2-3 riders who simply must kick on for it to be successful. Time will tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 HNY not sure what to make of the time, is it includes 2-3 riders who simply must kick on for it to be successful. Time will tell.thats the same for every side - even favourites Sheffield will do nothing of note unless 2-3 kick on. Pboro have the same chance as all teams to successful and a side that should entertain in trying to do it even if they dont ultimately succeed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panthers89 Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 Superb News..... Ged has completed the purchase of Peterborough Panthers and also all the machinery that comes with it. Great news. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screm Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 In a major new year message, Rathbone confirmed a takeover deal with previous owners, Readypower has been finalised.And while he chose to keep the figures involved confidential, Rathbone did reveal that the financial backing of major sponsor T Balfe Construction has also enabled the purchase of track equipment which will immediately be placed under the control of the Peterborough Panthers Supporters' Club (PPSSC).Rathbone said: "I'm delighted to be able announce the sale of the club from Readypower has gone through."I must pass on my thanks to Rick Frost and Julie Mahoney, who have always been very professional in our dealings."I'm grateful to them for giving me the opportunity to keep speedway going in Peterborough and both sides have since stuck firmly to the plan we put in place."On the surface very little changes, but behind the scenes this purchase will make the club far more financially secure."All speedway matters - on and off the track - are now under our control and thanks to the generosity of T Balfe Construction, we have been able to buy equipment which will be handed over to the PPSSC."It is all about providing long-term security and giving a fantastic bunch of supporters a say in the future.."The time will come when I move on - although I hope it won't be anytime soon - and I don't want the club to be in a position where all the hard work goes to waste and speedway in Peterborough is under threat again."Rathbone, who stepped in following the 2014 season to ensure racing continued at the East of England Showground, insists his business model of attempting to deliver SGB Championship success while living within the club's means will not change.He added: "Speedway clubs have to cut their cloth accordingly in these tough financial times."I've always been adamant from day one that we have to be able to pay our way - and so far we have managed to do that."We will never spend beyond our means to chase glory only to put the future of the club in jeopardy."We have a very solid management team in which everyone knows their role and has the future of the club at heart."We've attracted very pleasing attendances during the past two seasons and I'll be over the moon if that continues in 2017."We're always looking to attract new fans and that work will continue in 2017 by spreading the speedway word in Peterborough and beyond." http://www.speedway-forum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=82669&page=145 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Connor Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 Does this Include the rider assets out of interest. There were some useful assets on Frosts books! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 That news must put a smile on the faces of all pussycat fans. Be interesting to know if the full asset base is included in the deal...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldyman Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 Well done ged. The best part is he won't put the club in jeopardy chasing glory. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New era Panthers Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 In a major new year message, Rathbone confirmed a takeover deal with previous owners, Readypower has been finalised. And while he chose to keep the figures involved confidential, Rathbone did reveal that the financial backing of major sponsor T Balfe Construction has also enabled the purchase of track equipment which will immediately be placed under the control of the Peterborough Panthers Supporters' Club (PPSSC). Rathbone said: "I'm delighted to be able announce the sale of the club from Readypower has gone through. "I must pass on my thanks to Rick Frost and Julie Mahoney, who have always been very professional in our dealings. "I'm grateful to them for giving me the opportunity to keep speedway going in Peterborough and both sides have since stuck firmly to the plan we put in place. "On the surface very little changes, but behind the scenes this purchase will make the club far more financially secure. "All speedway matters - on and off the track - are now under our control and thanks to the generosity of T Balfe Construction, we have been able to buy equipment which will be handed over to the PPSSC. "It is all about providing long-term security and giving a fantastic bunch of supporters a say in the future.. "The time will come when I move on - although I hope it won't be anytime soon - and I don't want the club to be in a position where all the hard work goes to waste and speedway in Peterborough is under threat again." Rathbone, who stepped in following the 2014 season to ensure racing continued at the East of England Showground, insists his business model of attempting to deliver SGB Championship success while living within the club's means will not change. He added: "Speedway clubs have to cut their cloth accordingly in these tough financial times. "I've always been adamant from day one that we have to be able to pay our way - and so far we have managed to do that. "We will never spend beyond our means to chase glory only to put the future of the club in jeopardy. "We have a very solid management team in which everyone knows their role and has the future of the club at heart. "We've attracted very pleasing attendances during the past two seasons and I'll be over the moon if that continues in 2017. "We're always looking to attract new fans and that work will continue in 2017 by spreading the speedway word in Peterborough and beyond." http://www.speedway-forum.co.uk/forums/index.php?showtopic=82669&page=145 Brilliant piece of news , well done Ged . I wouldn't have thought it would include rider assets but what it does mean we now have only one landlord to pay rent to instead of two . onwards and upwards looking forward to the new season with great promoters and owners to take the club forward. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny Connor Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 Frost at leicester or BV maybe? if not it sits awkwardly with me that he owns riders contracts! i think they should revert to free agents or bspa or even better assets remain with club not promoter!. Congratulations on your security. quite what changes I'm not too sure! only 1 set of bills maybe as NEP just put! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crump99 Posted January 2, 2017 Report Share Posted January 2, 2017 Frost at leicester or BV maybe? if not it sits awkwardly with me that he owns riders contracts! i think they should revert to free agents or bspa or even better assets remain with club not promoter!. Congratulations on your security. quite what changes I'm not too sure! only 1 set of bills maybe as NEP just put! I wouldn't call that a step back or less active roll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoo Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Would be a smack in the teeth for Peterborough fans if they went into Leicester or Belle Vue as they stated they hadn't the time to run Peterborough Speedway , as for the assets Batchelor and Bjerre for example are in Lynn and Coventrys sides someones getting the loan fees and surely they would of used Bjerre If they were going to run either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukas Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 (edited) Not really much of a smack in the teeth as I prefer having Ged at the helm anyway...More like a blessing in disguise. Edited January 3, 2017 by Lukas 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 (edited) Would be a smack in the teeth for Peterborough fans if they went into Leicester or Belle Vue as they stated they hadn't the time to run Peterborough Speedway , as for the assets Batchelor and Bjerre for example are in Lynn and Coventrys sides someones getting the loan fees and surely they would of used Bjerre If they were going to run either. Did Rick and Julie not transfer their assets to Poole when they first went there ? Edited January 3, 2017 by Tsunami 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoo Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Not really much of a smack in the teeth as I prefer having Ged at the helm anyway...More like a blessing in disguise. Sign who you want over, sign who you can afford ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proud panther Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Running a club from the other end of the country is a massive commitment from Ged & his family. Add all the unpaid hours that Trevor, Carl & all the supporters club members & volunteers put in, & we are in a very fortunate position. Thanks to all. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoobydoo Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Did Rick and Julie not transfer their assets to Poole when they first went there ? Poole fans had mentioned the tie up was only during the Readypower sponsorship which has lapsed now, it seems its take your guess who owns the contracts and receives the loan fees now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsunami Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Poole fans had mentioned the tie up was only during the Readypower sponsorship which has lapsed now, it seems its take your guess who owns the contracts and receives the loan fees now If they are not now with Poole and included in their asset list, the BSPA will act for them and Rick and Julie will get the loan fees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crump99 Posted January 3, 2017 Report Share Posted January 3, 2017 Not really much of a smack in the teeth as I prefer having Ged at the helm anyway...More like a blessing in disguise. Why? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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