Glasgow Tigers bosses have confirmed they would support the club next season despite “substantial, six-figure losses.”
But Tigers’ co-owner, Gerry Facenna, warned: “Unless we can make a significant turnaround in terms of operational costs and revenue, it is doubtful we will be able to support a Championship team the following year.”
He is now looking for volunteers to help with promotion, fund-raising, working in the ticket office, selling food and beverages, selling programmes or 50/50 tickets, track staff, sponsorship sales as well as off-season volunteers.
He added: “2019 is set to be a great season. We have already started work on the track to make sure it is in perfect condition.
“The Peugeot Ashfield Stadium has been chosen by the sport’s governing body, the FIM, to host one of four Grand Prix qualifiers on June 8.
“Our race track and facilities are among the best in the country and this is a massive vote of confidence.
“The biggest support you can continue to give us is to drive new fans into our sport, spread the news of what we do here and how great the sport is.
“Tell your friends, your family, your colleagues, your neighbours and anyone else that will listen. To save speedway we need your help.”
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