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It's been a busy Winter for BriSCA promoters and drivers!

Following the closure of a memorable 2011 season mid November, promoters and drivers met in the seven last days for a marathon session to debate and formulate plans to secure the future of BriSCA Formula One.
After a period that has seen the sports' first series on BBC 1, Gears & Tears, followed by another first, a regular sports slot with broadcaster Premier Sports combined with a number of high profile media features, all parties are committed to building upon those successes.
One of the key negotiations surrounded the future of major Championships within the sport and schedules and for the first time in modern history agreements have been reached for 2012,2013 and 2014.
The 2012 World Final at Skegness Stadium and future World Finals in 2013 at Kings Lynn and Startrax World at Coventry in 2014 see a significant four figure increase in the prize schedule.
A principle was also agreed with regard the British Championship and venues/promotions agreed for the next 3 years. Future British Championship events will alternate in surface with the World and as a result the 2012 fixture list has been amended to reflect this with the coveted title now taking place at Coventry Stadium on Saturday July 7th. In 2013 the event will be hosted by Buxton and in 2014 Incarace.
In line with all Championships, agreement has been reached on the schedule for the next 3 years.
The 2012 National Series continues and qualifying starts once again at Belle Vue on March 25th with the opening round of the Shoot Out scheduled for August 25th at Birmingham and the finale at Belle Vue on November 11th. Further fine tuning on the series continues with a pre season launch planned.
Adding to the encouraging news is confirmation that the sport will continue on Premier Sports in 2012 and 2013 following recent agreement for a 2 year deal with the broadcaster [ seperate Press release will follow ]
The wide ranging discussions continue in March as the sport intends discussing further long term plans to consolidate and improve
BriSCA Formula One.
BriSCA and BSCDA following their meeting are cautiously optimistic about the future and the likelihood of several new drivers emerging in 2012 adds to the confidence.

    
Premier Sports Latest News
BRISCA F1 and Premier Sports the sports channel operator on Sky channel 433 are delighted to announce a new 2 year extension which will cover highlights from 24 races per season from the elite British stockcar series.
Coverage begins with the first event of the season from Belle Vue at the beginning of April.

Steve Rees from BRISCA F1 commented, ‘After hitting the ground running in 2011, to have the opportunity to develop a 2 year partnership that is mutually beneficial to all parties is terrific news for everyone. To be able to sustain our presence on television is a tribute to everyone involved in the sport from the fans through to the drivers and promoter. This is the next piece in the jigsaw and enhances the commercial options for the sport. I would thank those who have subscribed this year and made this new deal possible and ask that as many fans as possible get behind this so that we can continue to grow the sport.’

Richard Webb from Premier Sports said, ‘It is great that we have found a viable way of keeping BRISCA on television that works for everyone involved. Last year’s shows went down ready and we hope we can really build on it this year and get even more people watching’. BRISCA racing is a big deal in the UK with regular crowds of 5000 plus and thoroughly deserves to be on television. We hope that fans will enjoy sitting down every week and reliving the best racing moments from 24 races. Having the NASCAR Sprint Cup and also BRISCA F1 gives us the best Oval racing from either side of the pond.

For those who can’t wait till the start of the new season, Premier Sports are repeating the full season at the moment every Wednesday and will be broadcasting a 90 minute season review from 2011 on Tuesday 7th February 2012.

Premier Sports will broadcast over 1000 events in 2012 including all 38 races from the NASCAR Sprint Cup, 200 games of Rugby League from the NRL and Championship and 400 games from the NHL. Speedway is also expected to feature heavily in the schedule this year with details to follow soon. Fans can sign up at www.premiersports.tv  or call 0871 663 9000.

A season ticket to the channel is available for £79.99 which covers 12 months and saves you £21. In return for your loyalty Premier Sports and BRISCA are offering those who have taken out a 12 month pass a opportunity to go into a monthly draw for a BRISCA F1 experience. Which includes free tickets to an event, meeting drivers and getting up close to the cars.

R.I.P Bev Greenhalf It is with deep sadness that we advise the passing of Bev Greenhalf after a long absence. Bev has been an integral and influential part of BriSCA Stock Car Racing across six decades having served the sport as commentator, Board member and Racing Manager with his biggest achievements at Brafield Stadium where he worked with successive promoters and developing an enduring relationship with Mainland Europe where Bev became a hugely respected representative of BriSCA and can be credited for the strong relationship and development both sides of the water. He will be hugely missed. However Bev will never be forgotten and he leaves a lasting legacy within the sport of his achievements and will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. On behalf of BriSCA we extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time to his family and many friends.

Northampton 23/9/07 photo Barry Weatherhead Bev interviewing Stuart Smith Jnr

BriSCA NEWS

Brisca Formula One Christmas Goodies
Looking for that exclusive last minute Christmas Gift?

How about a Paul Harrison Mouse Mat or a Neil Scriven T Shirt, a Tim Warwick Lunch Box, a Mick Sworder Sticker, Joe Booth Car Hanger or a Frankie Wainman Jnr Jnr Fridge Magnet?

Check out the Trackstar online Trackshop where there are a great selection of items which can be bought and delivered to you in time for Christmas which will make great gifts for all Stock Car and Banger Fans. This year's on line Trackshop has several new items and designs never seen before!!

Selection of items covers Banger Drivers, Banger Teams, F1 and F2 Stock Cars Drivers, 2L Stock Car Drivers, 1300 Stock Car Drivers, Lady Banger Drivers, MinIStox Drivers and much more.

Keep checking the shop every day for additional new items.

Items ordered by 8pm on Thursday 16th December are guaranteed for Christmas Delivery.

Visit the Trackshop by clicking the link below......

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EXCITING TIMES FOR BriSCA Formula One!

You can't beat watching BriSCA F1 'Live' for the atmosphere however come home, chill out and Turn up the volume and the surround sound when BriSCA Formula One comes to your living room for the first time ever in it's history as a regular Wednesday night sports programme on 10th August at 8.pm on PremierSportsTV - and weekly until the end of the season - 20 weeks of Big hitting action!

For subscription details just contact PremierSports TV - but be quick as the first session is rapidly approaching!

In a unique deal for the 2011 season PremierSportsTV and BriSCA have negotiated a fantastic deal for advertising support for the programmes and a very affordable way to add your name to the series for you and your company - Check out the rates below!

BriSCA and PremierSports are keen to develop our relationship further in 2012 however as all things decisions have to be made on commercial factors, one being event attendance live remaining stable and being pivotal - the other is generating support for the series which can be invested back into the sport.

If your interested in being part of BriSCA on PremierSports there's no time like the present!!

BRISCA Formula 1 is brand new to Premier Sports, and for the rest of 2011 we will be offering heavily discounted advertising rates..
The rate card for BRISCA Formula 1 sponsorship & advertising is as follows:

• Presenting Sponsor: £3,500+VAT (per year)

• Standard Advertising (30-sec commercials): £200 +VAT (per event)

• Feature Sponsorship (most popular driver etc.): £1,000+VAT (per year)

• Commercial Production: £250 +VAT
  
  **Discount can be applied for advance payment and advertising with multiple series