Treaty in for Treat

[Elfman]

The new owners FC32 have decided to move to a more professional schedule with promotion being the main objective!

A pity they couldn't keep the pitch. Was that purely for long term cost savings or are Cobh planning to rent it out locally?

[Shearer]

A pity they couldn't keep the pitch. Was that purely for long term cost savings or are Cobh planning to rent it out locally?

It was a bog in fairness

[nr637]

Where are FC32 from and is this the first time that Cobh Ramblers are FT?

FC32 is a global multi-club ownership group of operators dedicated to developing player talent and unlocking potential across its portfolio. Founded by seasoned sports executives, FC32 focuses on building robust talent pathways and fostering both men’s and women’s football programs. With a vision for long-term impact, FC32 aims to cultivate high-performance environments within its clubs worldwide, prioritising community engagement and sustainable growth. The US-based FC32 recently took over Austrian outfit SKN St Pölten while they also have a stake in Swiss second-tier club AC Bellinzona and Serie A side US Salernitana.

https://www.independent.ie/sport/soc...119107418.html

I Googled it for you m8!

[Nesta99]

Where are all the dire warnings about an American sports investment fund?

[Longfordian]

What kind of crowds would be realistic for Cobh expect for a Premier Division season out of curiosity? There are very few clubs left now that don't have some kind of outside backing. As in they were taken over or investors came in.

[Elfman]

It was a bog in fairness

If they don't fork out to maintain the new astro pitch properly it'll be a car park, which is no better.

[Comic Book Guy]

A pity they couldn't keep the pitch. Was that purely for long term cost savings or are Cobh planning to rent it out locally?

Cost saving, club were paying a small fortune in rental of pitches for training and academy games. Don't know the figure but it was around 50k a year to rent pitches for training etc.
The pitch was down before FC 32 came in.

[nr637]

What kind of crowds would be realistic for Cobh expect for a Premier Division season out of curiosity? There are very few clubs left now that don't have some kind of outside backing. As in they were taken over or investors came in.

I reckon Cobh can attract a regular hard core of 1,500 in the Premier. If they could maintain their position in the league the aim would be to increase this to 2,000+

[Elfman]

Cost saving, club were paying a small fortune in rental of pitches for training and academy games. Don't know the figure but it was around 50k a year to rent pitches for training etc.
The pitch was down before FC 32 came in.

Ah OK, thanks. Definitely understandable so but a pity FC32 didn't get in before the new pitch as they appear to have the funds that could have kept the grass surface. Hopefully they keep the new one up to scratch!

[culloty82]

Ah OK, thanks. Definitely understandable so but a pity FC32 didn't get in before the new pitch as they appear to have the funds that could have kept the grass surface. Hopefully they keep the new one up to scratch!

They've pulled out of St Polten, but the club have reassured supporters:

https://www.irishexaminer.com/sport/...-41606905.html

[Elfman]

Not a great development. You'd worry about their finances now, regardless of their relationship with the Austrian club. Hopefully they can get through the season. With hindsight, looks like the purchase by FC32 wouldn't have made a difference to the grass pitch!

[Nesta99]

Are Cobh fans and business people organised to step in at short notice ust in case? It does deserve a thread of its own!

But can I just say I knew it, I told ye so, it was always going to be a disaster, Im great for calling it first, their new investment was never a worry to the rest of the league hopefuls Arkaga Arkaga Arkaga....