Post by David on Feb 9, 2015 18:17:44 GMT
RUMOURS have been rife about management changes, stadium improvements and the reintroduction of a third tier team at Rye House Speedway – and now all can be revealed.
The stadium and ownership of the club has been sold by long-serving Rockets supremo Len Silver, although he will continue as head of the Premier League team. His son Andrew, meanwhile, has stepped in as chairman and manager of the Raiders, who will make their return in the City Gearboxes National League.
The club’s new owner is local businessman Warren Scott. A key player in the family farming business, he has motorsport in his blood, being a former British Superbike Championship rider and current owner/driver of BMR Racing British Touring Car Championship team.
Talking about his involvement, delighted Bishop’s Stortford-born Warren, 43, said: “As a local employer there are many areas where we can add value and make a difference to the speedway.
“This is more than just business for me, I have a deep seated interest in bikes and a passion which I am sure can make a valuable contribution to the legacy of Rye House Stadium.”
The ownership change sees Silver Jnr, who successfully runs the Rye House speedway training school, take up a more day-to-day management role.
Both father and son are excited about the changing times at the Hertfordshire raceway, with Len saying, “There is no doubt at all that Warren’s investment will have a huge impact in helping to drive the club to success, both on and off the track. I will continue to do what I have always done in terms of promoting the Rockets, and I welcome Warren with open arms.”
Andrew adds, “Rye's speedway fraternity have hit the jackpot. I could not have dreamed for anyone more suitable to take the club forward and cannot wait for the season to start.”
The Rockets begin their season with a home match against arch-rivals Ipswich on Saturday, March 21st. However before then, on Monday, March 16th, they stage their press and practice day at the stadium, with an 11am start for that event.
The stadium and ownership of the club has been sold by long-serving Rockets supremo Len Silver, although he will continue as head of the Premier League team. His son Andrew, meanwhile, has stepped in as chairman and manager of the Raiders, who will make their return in the City Gearboxes National League.
The club’s new owner is local businessman Warren Scott. A key player in the family farming business, he has motorsport in his blood, being a former British Superbike Championship rider and current owner/driver of BMR Racing British Touring Car Championship team.
Talking about his involvement, delighted Bishop’s Stortford-born Warren, 43, said: “As a local employer there are many areas where we can add value and make a difference to the speedway.
“This is more than just business for me, I have a deep seated interest in bikes and a passion which I am sure can make a valuable contribution to the legacy of Rye House Stadium.”
The ownership change sees Silver Jnr, who successfully runs the Rye House speedway training school, take up a more day-to-day management role.
Both father and son are excited about the changing times at the Hertfordshire raceway, with Len saying, “There is no doubt at all that Warren’s investment will have a huge impact in helping to drive the club to success, both on and off the track. I will continue to do what I have always done in terms of promoting the Rockets, and I welcome Warren with open arms.”
Andrew adds, “Rye's speedway fraternity have hit the jackpot. I could not have dreamed for anyone more suitable to take the club forward and cannot wait for the season to start.”
The Rockets begin their season with a home match against arch-rivals Ipswich on Saturday, March 21st. However before then, on Monday, March 16th, they stage their press and practice day at the stadium, with an 11am start for that event.
