OXFORD PROMOTER ISSUES UPDATE

OXFORD promoter Jamie Courtney has moved to reassure supporters following news that the greyhound streaming contract at the stadium is to cease.

Oxford Greyhounds are now in talks with Premier Greyhound Racing to explore a potential contract after SIS tv announced they would reduce their UK fixtures, with Oxford and Suffolk Downs (Mildenhall) the first two venues to be affected.

Courtney said: “I want to confirm that the Oxford Cheetahs will be here next Wednesday evening to start our BSN Series campaign against the Plymouth Gladiators.

“Our opening fixture (on Wednesday) was a great success, and everyone left on a real high.

“We have the potential for a great season ahead of us and I will work closely with Kevin (Boothby) and do what is necessary to ensure the future viability of both speedway and Oxford Stadium.”