Glamorgan Cricket Club Records Highest Ever Profits

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Glamorgan Cricket Club has announced record profits of £992,879 in 2008, attributing the success to its focus on increasing commercial and sponsorship opportunities and hosting England internationals at the Swalec Stadium. The club, which has invested £14m in the redevelopment of the stadium, is now looking to capitalize on the upcoming Ashes Test match between England and Australia. Chairman Paul Russell emphasized the importance of investing in the club's resources to achieve the best return, citing the modern-day supporter's demand for comfort, satisfaction, and convenience.

Key Takeaways:

  • The club reported a pre-tax profit of £992,879 in 2008, the highest in its history.
  • The success was attributed to the focus on increasing commercial and sponsorship opportunities and staging England internationals at the ground.
  • The club invested £14m in the redevelopment of the Swalec Stadium, turning a small county ground into an international-quality Test match arena.
  • The club wants to increase attendances at Glamorgan matches in all forms of the game, freezing 2009 matchday prices and offering a 33% discount for tickets purchased in advance.
  • Chairman Paul Russell emphasized the importance of investing in the club's resources, stating that this is where the best return is achieved.
  • Club president David East thanked members, supporters, corporate guests, and sponsors for their continued support, acknowledging the club's success off the field and the record investments made in the team.
  • The club aims to be a successful Test match ground and to have a winning Glamorgan team.

Statistics:

  • £992,879: The club's highest ever pre-tax profit in 2008.
  • £14m: The amount invested in the redevelopment of the Swalec Stadium.
  • 16,000: The capacity of the redeveloped Swalec Stadium.
  • 60%: The expected increase in revenue from the increased capacity and modernization of the stadium.
  • 33%: The discount offered for tickets purchased in advance.

Sources:

  • "Glamorgan Cricket Club records highest ever profits" by an uncredited journalist.
  • Paul Russell, Chairman of Glamorgan Cricket Club.
  • David East, President of Glamorgan Cricket Club.