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Bulls to leave Odsal

Discussion in 'General Sport' started by USEDTOBEKWIKSAVE, Jul 21, 2019.

  1. Nottsy

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    Horsfall’s big enough for ‘em these days.
     
  2. Wolfysmith

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    As a bit of a petrol head I'd love to see stock car racing return to Odsal.
    The stadium needs to multi sport. Not just egg chasing.
     
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  3. Plastic Bantam

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    I can't see how they can to be honest. they had to get special permission from the Super League last time as the pitch is too small for rugby league.

    Also on a much more selfish note, it would totally f**k up the one thing Edin got right. Can't see Bowyer being happy with this unless it gets him 2 or 3 top quality players from what they're gonna pay us
     
  4. Bruce Bannister

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    I'd have no problem with them ground sharing just as long as they are prepared to pay rent, pay for the pitch upgrade to accommodate both sports plus go 50/50 on any ground repairs/upgrades.
     
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  5. USEDTOBEKWIKSAVE

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  6. Park bantam

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    It’s not a competition well done in breaking the story
     
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  7. Park bantam

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    I think most people would like both codes to thrive in Bradford. If a way could be found to accommodate the Bulls with no detriment to the club with long term benefits to both they should go for it
     
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    Sorry I didn't realise there was another thread. But surely a groundsharing possibility should be on the main city board
     
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  9. Stafford Bantam

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    A possibility that they may leave Odsal and groundshare somewhere. Avenue and Dewsbury seem to be getting mentioned, by Bulls fans, as more likely. I just can't see City letting them play at Valley Parade for nothing, or virtually nothing. And, unless something dramatic happens, that is all they can afford to pay.
     
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  10. USEDTOBEKWIKSAVE

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    No problem, we all make mistakes.
     
  11. Wolfysmith

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    The big mistake was kicking out two succesful and popular motorsports in the late 90's. At the time the Sky dollars were pouring in via the Super League so the Bulls didn't want the hassle of a ground share.
    A few years on and after asset stripping the safety fence and building dug outs on the track, the costs to get motorsport back is too prohibitive for most promoters.
    Which means that potential revenue streams that could support the Bulls have gone.
    Thats what really grinds my gears because I know that both Speedway and Stock Cars would be well supported in Bradford as there's a large dormant fan base.
    In the 70's and 80's the stock cars pulled in tens of thousands and the track staged multiple world championships.
     
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  12. Rogered Tart

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    The pettiness between City and Bulls fans is quite sad in a way. I've had the privilege of watching both throughout my years in Bradford and and fear for the long term future of professional sport in the City without a clear and concise long term strategy that benefits all parties concerned. The stark difference between our City and one ten miles to the east is painful to see.
     
  13. Hoochy-Min

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    We're getting near the end of our lease at VP, relatively speaking. Odsal is a dump and has been for decades. If ever there was a time to properly invest in a sporting complex it's now.

    State of the art, all weather training complex and gym that can be used by the public for money. Hotel, conference facilities, banqueting. 25000 seater stadium, adequate for both teams.
     
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    It costs bulls a rumoured near 400k per year to use odsal.. I'm sure they would cough up to play at city

    Playing out of Bradford would kill the club instantly

    Best option Is land fill odsal and both clubs move into a purpose built stadium on Richard Dunns site

    The sale of odsal would probably pay for a 25k stadium build
     
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    It's owned by Rfl isn't it
     
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    I think the Council own the freehold and the RFL have a long lease on it.
     
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    Yes that's correct.. the bulls never signed a contract with the rfl to play at odsal so are free to move

    The rfl want to buy odsal from the council but talks seem to be going no where

    Rfl want rugby to be played at odsal but don't contribute in any way to upkeep of the stadium

    Half the lights don't work .. the barriers are knackered and concrete steps are crumbling away

    It's a proper mess
     
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    Place isn't far away from being condemned, its been that long that any sort of maintenance work has been done. Needs putting out of its misery and thats coming from me who frequented the place for over 20 years.
     
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    Would be the correct answer for the long term.
     
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    Exactly, puts pressure on RFL. Odsal needs money spending on it, falling into disrepair. RFL won't want to be stuck with the stadium and no tenant.
     

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