Marky_Mark Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 41 minutes ago, Racin Jason 72 said: I’d be amazed if any promoter would employ him He’ll be in a team before the end of the season, he said in the interview that he’s already had offers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunky Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 14 minutes ago, Marky_Mark said: He’ll be in a team before the end of the season, he said in the interview that he’s already had offers. As a rider, or as a hit man? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post SCB Posted May 7 Popular Post Report Share Posted May 7 Probably going to regret this but here goes... I'll start with the boring factual stuff. Almost all people sentenced to time in prison in the UK serve 50% before release "on licence". It's only if you get over (4 years I think) that you depending on your sentence (as set by the judge) either get 66% in prison, or have to apply for parole. I "think" Jason would have had to apply for parole, parole is almost always rejected at the first attempt. So if Jason has been released at attempt one then he has been very well behaved. That means no fighting, arguing, disagreements, dirty looks, attending courses (that's time spent with psychologists). It means he's worked damn hard. Next bit. Should Jason be allowed to be a speedway rider? Long term forum members will remember me, I idioted up, I went to prison. I met many people who were somewhere between absolute wrong 'uns who IMO should never seen the light of day to people who idioted up and will (are?!) be good people who will add to society on release. Where does Jason fit? Well IMO, he's more on the a bit stupid, but probably knows it and wants to make good but his intelligence makes it hard to explain that. Would I give him a chance? Yes but with very, very strict rules that if he so much as answers back the manger he is sacked. Why? Because I believe that everyone should be given a second chance (what a shock I think that eh?!). One of the reason I think people should get a second chance is, because as other have pointed out, what else can he do? Should he claim benefits for the next 50 years? Give him a purpose in life, trust me, it makes a massive difference. I would also be very wary of trusting anything in the press. Yes the crimes were committed but pleading guilty means you get almost no chance to put your side of the case across, also the press misrepresent things, which legally is allowed. Lies? Yep, sure as long as there is a vague basis of fact. So the press ask you for your side? Do they idiot! 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1stbender Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 4 hours ago, SpeedwayTShirts said: Jason Garrity Interview Honest and open interview and held his hands up. It does make me wonder now this interview has been released if certain promoters are looking at the feedback on this to see if his worth a punt. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mumsie Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 He's done his time, so I hope he can move on and bring some positivity back into his life. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 I do not want him anywhere near the sport. But if he is coming back just keep him away from the Championship. I would not trust him one bit, but if anyone is stupid enough to sign him then he is their problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Qelegend Posted May 7 Report Share Posted May 7 I met jason a few times and really liked him.He has has a very hard life like not most of us would imagine so would live to see him racing again.He always gave 100% in racing,exciting to watch. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveusaB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 Loved watching him at Brum....exciting/committed in every race! I think Jason needs life guidance....I hope he gets the therapy he needs and develops mentally. Personally, I think if you just shut him down....then 'you' might be the one that benefits from a bit of work on 'compassion'! Judgement is an obstacle that prevents you from having internal peace. Forgiveness is the only way. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 9 hours ago, lisa-colette said: I do not want him anywhere near the sport. But if he is coming back just keep him away from the Championship. I would not trust him one bit, but if anyone is stupid enough to sign him then he is their problem. There was a certain other southern based Australian rider who you more than welcomed back on a number of occasions 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ONTWOMINUTES Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 4 minutes ago, iainb said: There was a certain other southern based Australian rider who you more than welcomed back on a number of occasions It's looking certain that Jason is returning to ride speedway for a team in the near future, people need to get over his past because if it's your team he rides for then I'm sure he'll be cheered as he starts to win races. Like I've said in posts before, I don't think any club will be bothered if a few don't attend because of Jason being there. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 3 minutes ago, ONTWOMINUTES said: It's looking certain that Jason is returning to ride speedway for a team in the near future, people need to get over his past because if it's your team he rides for then I'm sure he'll be cheered as he starts to win races. Like I've said in posts before, I don't think any club will be bothered if a few don't attend because of Jason being there. Personally, I think he deserves a 2nd chance, if he blows it then that's down to him 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 58 minutes ago, iainb said: There was a certain other southern based Australian rider who you more than welcomed back on a number of occasions He was found 'not guilty' though, that is the difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 6 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: He was found 'not guilty' though, that is the difference. Poole legend Malcolm Simmons? Poole legend Michael Lee? Both done time 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveusaB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 11 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: He was found 'not guilty' though, that is the difference. So was O J Simpson! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunky Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 (edited) 2 hours ago, GiveusaB said: Forgiveness is the only way. Along with an opportunity to redeem himself. Yes, he is an idiot, and yes, he is a violent thug. BUT, do we just consign him to the scrap-heap of life (as the warm-hearted and incredibly perfect Lisa-Colette wishes), or do we give him a second chance? Not everyone makes the most of a second chance. In fact, a lot don't. However, history is littered with idiots and violent thugs who HAVE turned their lives around in the best way possible. No, he shouldn't be given endless chances, but he SHOULD be given one... Edited May 8 by chunky 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisa-colette Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 28 minutes ago, chunky said: Along with an opportunity to redeem himself. Yes, he is an idiot, and yes, he is a violent thug. BUT, do we just consign him to the scrap-heap of life (as the warm-hearted and incredibly perfect Lisa-Colette wishes), or do we give him a second chance? Not everyone makes the most of a second chance. In fact, a lot don't. However, history is littered with idiots and violent thugs who HAVE turned their lives around in the best way possible. No, he shouldn't be given endless chances, but he SHOULD be given one... I just don't think it is a good idea but looks like I will have to come to terms with it. I am not saying he can't have a second chance, just maybe in a different occupation. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE DEAN MACHINE Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 What if garrity took the rap for someone else ? Just something I heard on Monday from one of the mechanics, unlikely but he keeps saying he wants people to hear his side of the story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IainB Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 2 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: I just don't think it is a good idea but looks like I will have to come to terms with it. I am not saying he can't have a second chance, just maybe in a different occupation. NIMBY 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dornier Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 Let him come back and do the job he loves. if it were your son who had gone off the rails would you want him consigned to the scrap heap for something he now regrets ? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chunky Posted May 8 Report Share Posted May 8 40 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: I am not saying he can't have a second chance, just maybe in a different occupation. That's hardly a second chance, is it? Or maybe it's a second chance - on YOUR terms? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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