MONARCH BACKING CHEETAHS

OXFORD have announced a title team sponsorship deal with Monarch Minibus and Car Service for their highly anticipated return to the sport this season.

Local businessman and speedway fan Ken Soanes reached agreement with promoter Jamie Courtney for 2022 with the arrangement announced on press day earlier this week.

Monarch’s involvement with the Cheetahs dates back to the early millennium when they were a team sponsor under the promotion of Vanessa Purchase.

Soanes said: “Speedway is my passion, and when Oxford’s return to the sport was confirmed I simply had to get involved. Jamie’s plans for Oxford can revolutionise the sport in an area of the country which boasts a proud speedway history.

“The Cheetahs are returning not just to make up the numbers, but to be successful and bring the good times back to Oxford Stadium. There’s a wider focus too on the development of young riders, which really appeals to me.

“To be back trackside hearing the bikes roar around Sandy Lane was very special and not something I thought I’d experience again in my lifetime. We’re pleased to be involved and look forward to the season ahead.”

Photo credit: Oxford Cheetahs captain Scott Nicholls with Ken Soanes (Monarch Minibus & Car Service owner) and Jamie Courtney (club promoter).
Credit: FORTITUDE COMMUNICATIONS