SteveLyric2 Posted January 7, 2022 Report Share Posted January 7, 2022 29 minutes ago, bluebee said: Must admit I'm getting a wee bit excited abut the season in prospect. Supported Leicester last season but now moved to Chippy not far from Oxford so farewell Lions and here I come for the Cheetahs. I really hope the support will be there over the season. The team building looks good and should be rewarded. Just two questions from me. 1. Will there be an Oxford website soon? What is the planned racing night? Would be great if Oxford was a success and was followed by a return of my beloved Coventry Bees. And Swindon and Eastbourne of course. Wednesdays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebee Posted January 7, 2022 Report Share Posted January 7, 2022 Thanks Skidder!. I aim to be there as often as I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szkocjasid Posted January 10, 2022 Report Share Posted January 10, 2022 Not sure what I make of the Oxford reserve signings, wouldn't call them strong - 2 riders who couldn't reach the minimum 4.00 for foreigners. But also not weak - they weren't far behind. A tad disappointed they've got a NDL team but not using a British rider to double up in both sides, such as Jake Mulford! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Davis Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 Jason Crump announced as team manager this morning 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 (edited) What average attendances are anticipated for the Oxford revival season? As I recall - and stand to be corrected - they averaged 700 when the sport last took place there. And sadly, national interest in speedway has further declined since those days and it appears continues to do so year-on-year. Edited January 15, 2022 by Guest spelling error Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HGould Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 53 minutes ago, Matt Davis said: Jason Crump announced as team manager this morning If rumours are true they are paying top $$$ for riders; including reserves on more per point than some Clubs are paying Heat Leaders. JC is a legend and great role model but won't be doing Team Management for peanuts and expenses like some TM's do. I just hope for the sake of everyone at Oxford and for the Sport in general that the guy in charge of the Stadium has deep pockets. Wish them every success. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 17 minutes ago, HGould said: If rumours are true they are paying top $$$ for riders; including reserves on more per point than some Clubs are paying Heat Leaders. JC is a legend and great role model but won't be doing Team Management for peanuts and expenses like some TM's do. I just hope for the sake of everyone at Oxford and for the Sport in general that the guy in charge of the Stadium has deep pockets. Wish them every success. Rumours 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikebv Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 33 minutes ago, JohnHyam said: What average attendances are anticipated for the Oxford revival season? As I recall - and stand to be corrected - they averaged 700 when the sport last took place there. And sadly, national interest in speedway has further declined since those days and it appears continues to do so year-on-year. 2nd Division teams seem to do "ok" with 700 or so... And in Oxford's case you would like to think that the early meetings in particular will be a huge % amount higher than 700 given they are relaunching.. Lots of local publicity too initially, so hopefully these early crowds will help pay for a successful season overall as the crowd levels settle down and stabilise to its true level.. And even (if it is "just 700"), it's more than would be watching the sport if they hadn't have come back... 20 home matches or so and that is 14000 more clicks at the turnstiles for the sport.. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtf Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 28 minutes ago, HGould said: If rumours are true they are paying top $$$ for riders; including reserves on more per point than some Clubs are paying Heat Leaders. JC is a legend and great role model but won't be doing Team Management for peanuts and expenses like some TM's do. I just hope for the sake of everyone at Oxford and for the Sport in general that the guy in charge of the Stadium has deep pockets. Wish them every success. They're paying significantly less than some in this division, but then again, this is 2022 and facts mean nothing. When all is said and done, they have to balance their books accordingly. that's their business. But then again, people believe what they want to believe these days 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KIRKYLANE Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 1 hour ago, Matt Davis said: Jason Crump announced as team manager this morning Jason was self motivated in his riding career and will be able to use his motivation skills for the team. Add to that his vast experience which he can pass on to the younger riders. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaizer Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 Should add 5% at least motivation to the riders having someone with that as your TM. I know in my team I sometimes feel we're losing about 10%! Lol Don't get the obsession on here with "rumours" of what other teams pay their riders. It's up to them and must be based on some sort of business plan. If and when that proves wrong then criticise but before that hardly see the merit in it. Also, as I understand it's the stadium owner whose running things, so no rent. So will have more available to pay riders than those who have rents to pay. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimsboy Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 1 hour ago, HGould said: If rumours are true they are paying top $$$ for riders; including reserves on more per point than some Clubs are paying Heat Leaders. JC is a legend and great role model but won't be doing Team Management for peanuts and expenses like some TM's do. I just hope for the sake of everyone at Oxford and for the Sport in general that the guy in charge of the Stadium has deep pockets. Wish them every success. Hope the badge Collector at Birmingham has deep pocket too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Davis Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 2 hours ago, HGould said: If rumours are true they are paying top $$$ for riders; including reserves on more per point than some Clubs are paying Heat Leaders. JC is a legend and great role model but won't be doing Team Management for peanuts and expenses like some TM's do. I just hope for the sake of everyone at Oxford and for the Sport in general that the guy in charge of the Stadium has deep pockets. Wish them every success. Whilst I admit I don’t know the facts about pay, I would be very very surprised if there was any truth what so ever in these “rumours” 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 3 hours ago, Matt Davis said: Jason Crump announced as team manager this morning Jason's grandfather Neil Street was one of the best ever "team managers" incorporating coach, motivator, advisor & talent spotter ever in the history of speedway. For a multitude of reasons I can see exceling in this new role. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike0310 Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 It was great having Jason in our team last season even though it was obvious he was near the end but to say I saw him ride for my team was great and he will be brilliant for Oxford in management good luck to you all this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluebee Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 (edited) Well decent looking team, 'big names' involved, feelgood factor in it being a phoenix for the ashes, this should mean an excellent start to the season. However, it will need serious and sensible heads to build on this foundation and I hope that is going to be the case. The quality of the racing on offer (and that doesn't mean a home win every match) will be important. The race night has to run smoothly, the riders need to turn up regularly and they need to get the supporters feeling valued. Last season I went to Leicester and I felt it was well run and the people involved were friendly and helpful - I am sure it's not the only club like that. Oxford would do well to look at the clubs that have retained their support and take some lessons. Oxford needs to be a success for the whole sport not just one city. Speedway needs a good story for next season after the problems it has had recently. I'm looking forward to being a fan again! Edited January 15, 2022 by bluebee 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie76 Posted January 15, 2022 Report Share Posted January 15, 2022 Reference the poor crowds in 2007 Oxford started the season under Colin Horton some teams named top heavy sides preventing Oxford having no number one and a poor team Colin withdrew mid season and Alan Trump kept the Conference team going. Alan was prepared to run the next season (I think in the 2nd tier), but was stopped by the stadium owners GRA who did not want the stadium to be succesful so they could justify building houses. Thanks to lots of hard work by speedway, greyhound fans and supportive MP'S and councilors we are in the situation we are now. The new leaseholder is certaintly making moves to ensure that speedway and the stadium has the best chance of succeding. 6 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dickie Head Posted January 16, 2022 Report Share Posted January 16, 2022 I wonder if Crumpie was being courted to ride but had a change of heart thus the recent inclusion of Josh and Dillon. Batch, Scotty and Crumpie would have a been a great spearhead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted January 16, 2022 Report Share Posted January 16, 2022 (edited) 11 minutes ago, Dickie Head said: I wonder if Crumpie was being courted to ride but had a change of heart thus the recent inclusion of Josh and Dillon. Batch, Scotty and Crumpie would have a been a great spearhead. He was one of the best few riders I've ever seen, and definitely the fastest at Arlington, and his races with Nicki still stick in the memory ( faster rider vs a better racer)but I think last season shows age catches up with everyone and personally I'd rather remember him in his prime and hopefully he'll make a great manager. Edited January 16, 2022 by gazzac 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noodles Posted January 16, 2022 Report Share Posted January 16, 2022 46 minutes ago, Dickie Head said: I wonder if Crumpie was being courted to ride but had a change of heart thus the recent inclusion of Josh and Dillon. Batch, Scotty and Crumpie would have a been a great spearhead. Press release says initial talks were about Crump riding but he's decided against it and is now manager instead Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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