blueherb777 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 All that success last year just counts for nothing. You would of thought extra supporters and sponsors would be gained. Really feel for Workington supporters who have gone from success to no team? Only in Speedway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argos Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 All this nonsense about the License to be put on Ice, Let’s get one thing right the current promotion will never be allowed to hold a Promoters Licence again all there Rider asset will be taken off them, It’s the cardinal sin to withdraw from the League after the AGM, Unfortunately this is the end of Workington Speedway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelShoe Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 (edited) Deeply deeply saddened indeed by this announcement. Has enough been done to try and raise enough to mitigate against the expected losses that would be incurred next season? well there has certainly been no figures produced about the sums that may be needed and the possibility of an appeal to fans and the wider public such as what helped save the Monarchs. To the parties that pledged financial backing all I can say is where is your integrity, words are indeed cheap. Speedway is in deep trouble, currently it's a mickey mouse setup which is a huge shame because it is deserving of so much better. What other supposedly professional sport would have no prize money for winning the league/major trophies, with the clubs having to pay for their own medals. Then to add insult to injury fine the winning club £3000 for not completing its final fixture at the 3rd legitimate attempt thereby compounding the losses already incurred. The AGM instigated nothing that will reduce the costs of the sport to the riders or increase the entertainment/value for money to fans. I love speedway but it is in serious need of a blood transfusion if it is to stay alive. Up the Comets. Edited January 14, 2019 by SteelShoe 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winditon Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 It's a sad situation. I feel desperately sorry for the riders who had committed and the loyal fans who have watched speedway in Cumbria for years. To the true fans it will leave a big hole in their lives. I know how much I would miss if the sport was lost in Newcastle which could easily be the case. I suppose the annoying thing is why did Workington commit to running when it was obvious there was financial problems as was stated. You can't gamble and hope the financial clout comes along later. I honestly don't know what the fix is to entice supporters through the turnstiles. Is it cost? or lack of entertainment? Just hope no other clubs go the same way and Workington can be up and running I the near future. Although I think once closed down it's even harder to start again. Here's hoping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner85 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 Gutted for the Workington fans... so sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 Could be the first of many. With so many people opting to keep their hard earned money in their pockets, this could be the season that breaks speedways back. After losing Lakeside and Rye last year, my enthusiasm couldn't be lower. I bet Eastbourne and Birmingham are wondering what they have commited to. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueherb777 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 4 minutes ago, cityrebel said: Could be the first of many. With so many people opting to keep their hard earned money in their pockets, this could be the season that breaks speedways back. After losing Lakeside and Rye last year, my enthusiasm couldn't be lower. I bet Eastbourne and Birmingham are wondering what they have commited to. Sadly you could be spot on. To lose Lakeside,Rye and now Workington in a short space of time is very very worrying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigred Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 3 minutes ago, blueherb777 said: Sadly you could be spot on. To lose Lakeside,Rye and now Workington in a short space of time is very very worrying. And the grass roots of British speedway in also losing Buxton . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueherb777 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 2 minutes ago, bigred said: And the grass roots of British speedway in also losing Buxton . Yes,I should of also said Buxton. Sorry 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocket007 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 54 minutes ago, SteelShoe said: Deeply deeply saddened indeed by this announcement. Has enough been done to try and raise enough to mitigate against the expected losses that would be incurred next season? well there has certainly been no figures produced about the sums that may be needed and the possibility of an appeal to fans and the wider public such as what helped save the Monarchs. To the parties that pledged financial backing all I can say is where is your integrity, words are indeed cheap. Speedway is in deep trouble, currently it's a mickey mouse setup which is a huge shame because it is deserving of so much better. What other supposedly professional sport would have no prize money for winning the league/major trophies, with the clubs having to pay for their own medals. Then to add insult to injury fine the winning club £3000 for not completing its final fixture at the 3rd legitimate attempt thereby compounding the losses already incurred. The AGM instigated nothing that will reduce the costs of the sport to the riders or increase the entertainment/value for money to fans. I love speedway but it is in serious need of a blood transfusion if it is to stay alive. Up the Comets. Do you know for a fact that Workington were fined £3000 for non-fulfilment of fixtures? If so, does this also apply to Mildenhall, Coventry & Buxton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 3 hours ago, Baldyman said: Didn't Laura help out Edinburgh with a rather large cheque once?? If so maybe she could ask for some help back No chance. Had the shoes originally been on the opposite foot no money would have changed hands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DBP Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 You can make a small fortune out of speedway but you have to start with a large one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff100 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 5 hours ago, comet49 said: He was losing money too, unlikely to want to lose more.. Good old ian thomas in his book talking about newcastle said "its not nice getting up in the morn knowing u are going to lose a £1000 " i am sure laura done everything possible be interesting to know who let her down ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff100 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 So many memories as a 12 yr old going to the first meeting in 1970 to taking my children and grandchildren making friends with people who stood near us on the first corner i hope all is not lost forever to all promoters over the years a massive thank you . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 Unfortunately nowadays most Clubs rely on Sponsors and Supporters pouring in money just to stay afloat,it can’t go on forever.! Feel sorry for Laura Morgan but that’s Speedway these days.As I have said before Personaly I think the racing at Workington is entertaining but crowds have disappeared,the money is just not about for the admission prices IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoff100 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 1 minute ago, Fromafar said: Unfortunately nowadays most Clubs rely on Sponsors and Supporters pouring in money just to stay afloat,it can’t go on forever.! Feel sorry for Laura Morgan but that’s Speedway these days.As I have said before Personaly I think the racing at Workington is entertaining but crowds have disappeared,the money is just not about for the admission prices IMO. Their is plenty of money just look at the bus loads that go to watch football in manchester liverpool and others on saturdays ! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayne Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 1 hour ago, rocket007 said: Do you know for a fact that Workington were fined £3000 for non-fulfilment of fixtures? If so, does this also apply to Mildenhall, Coventry & Buxton. Yes we were fined despite our fixture against Coventry being rained off twice and then unable to get any response from Mick Horton to rearrange. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPEEDY69 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 25 minutes ago, Fromafar said: Unfortunately nowadays most Clubs rely on Sponsors and Supporters pouring in money just to stay afloat,it can’t go on forever.! Feel sorry for Laura Morgan but that’s Speedway these days.As I have said before Personaly I think the racing at Workington is entertaining but crowds have disappeared,the money is just not about for the admission prices IMO. Disagree. There is more money about for discretionary spend by people these days than ever before - just look at how many people have cars and eat out & takeaways nowadays. There are just not enough who know about or want to watch what speedway offers. Clubs need to budget and this may force riders to become part-time but it's needed otherwise more tracks will close. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
comet49 Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 23 minutes ago, geoff100 said: Their is plenty of money just look at the bus loads that go to watch football in manchester liverpool and others on saturdays ! I’ve always followed football but have gone off it a bit, too much hype. People are led to believe it actually matters. It’s a game, end off, but of course it’s good to win. People hating other teams, violence, crazy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigred Posted January 14, 2019 Report Share Posted January 14, 2019 20 minutes ago, Jayne said: Yes we were fined despite our fixture against Coventry being rained off twice and then unable to get any response from Mick Horton to rearrange. No point fineing Mick Horton he won’t pay it anyway .he wants to start by paying riders owed money 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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