17, August 2009
Pat Gibson takes a look at the TurfTrax Weather System on trial at the The Brit Oval that is helping Bill Gordon to prepare a perfect Test pitch
For further information please contact:
Rod Kohler Tel: 0207 928 9999
Revolution email: rod@revolutionpr.co.uk
17, August 2009
The Brit Oval has become the first cricket ground in the world to install a state-of-the-art TurfTrax Weather System.
In an Ashes series which has been highly influenced by adverse weather conditions, the TurfTrax Weather System promises to provide The Brit Oval ground staff, television & radio commentary teams, media and fans with up-to-date and accurate data affecting the ground’s playing surface and environment.
The TurfTrax Weather System will allow for better informed decisions to be made regarding the condition of The Brit Oval’s wicket and outfield.
Clive Stephens, Operations and Development Director at The Brit Oval said, “The TurfTrax Weather System will provide us with the opportunity to precisely monitor the weather and playing conditions during what will be a vital Ashes Test. In essence we now have our very own, highly sophisticated meteorological device giving us climate information specific to The Brit Oval”.
This exciting addition to The Brit Oval will see the TurfTrax Weather System become an essential component for effective and high quality turf management within cricket.
The TurfTrax Weather System will provide ground staff at The Brit Oval with a comprehensive log of historic and live atmospheric and ground conditions including:
• Rainfall (mm)
• Air Temperature
• Soil Moisture
• Soil Temperature
• Relative Humidity
• Wind Speed
• Gust Speed
• Wind Direction
• Solar Radiation
The TurfTrax Weather System is extremely user friendly requiring negligible knowledge of meteorology to operate the technology and interpret the resulting data. Information can be accessed either through a password protected website or handheld device. SMS messages can also be sent out to warn ground staff of any adverse or unusual weather conditions affecting The Brit Oval’s playing surface.
To date, the TurfTrax Weather System has been used on all the UK’s leading racecourses, including Newmarket, Cheltenham and Ascot. Sporting clubs and venues like Arsenal FC, Twickenham RFU and currently, Chelsea FC, have also used the TurfTrax Weather System to monitor ground and climatic conditions in and around their stadiums.
TurfTrax was formed in 2000 by a group including soil physics/sports turf lecturers to build on the expertise at Cranfield University and provide solutions to ground management services such as improved drainage design and ground scanning.
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For further information please contact:
Rod Kohler Tel: 0207 928 9999
Revolution email: rod@revolutionpr.co.uk
5 June, 2009
Standard Bank, the leading African banking group, has appointed Revolution Sports Marketing Group to manage its sponsorship of the ICC World Twenty20. Revolution’s role will include media relations, rights consultancy, on-site activation and hospitality management.
Dave Tod, Director, Marketing & Communications Standard Bank London commented, “The bank has previously worked with Revolution on cricket related projects, and its experience in the sport makes them ideally placed to work alongside Standard Bank to activate the rights which this prestigious sponsorship delivers.”
Rod Kohler, PR Director at Revolution said, “Having collaborated with Standard Bank in 2008, we’re delighted to now be working closely with the London and Johannesburg teams on this major international sponsorship. Revolution’s PR and marketing work in cricket now encompasses all the major ICC tournaments plus The Ashes, and the agency has an in-depth knowledge base within the sport.”
Additionally, Revolution has been appointed by Standard Bank to provide consultancy and media relations for the Standard Bank Cup – two ‘home and away’ rugby union matches being played between England and Argentina.
Standard Bank is a passionate supporter of sport and has long term relationships with international and domestic limited overs cricket, South African professional soccer, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) which includes the African Cup of Nations as well as the Argentine national football team and the Standard Bank Cup, an annual international between Argentina and an IRB affiliated touring side.
ENDS
For further information please contact:
Rod Kohler Tel: 0207 928 9999
Revolution email: rod@revolutionpr.co.uk
28 August 2008
Revolution Sports Marketing Group was recently appointed by Standard Bank to stage a media reception with the South African One Day International (ODI) Cricket team in the heart of the City of London.
Standard Bank has been the official sponsor of the South African ODI team since 1997.
The London event, held on 27 August, was the first the SA cricket team had undertaken for a sponsor on an overseas tour. The 24-man squad warmed up for its London-based ODI matches against England by coaching a 50 strong group of 10-15 year old cricketers from around the London region.
The ODI squad, headed by Captain Graeme Smith, was available for media interviews whilst they took the young cricketers through a range of cricket drills typical of a training session.
Revolution managed all aspects of the event, with a specific focus on generating coverage in the South African media.
Kate Johns, Manager Group Sponsorship Public Relations at Standard Bank said, “Revolution demonstrated a great understanding of successfully staging large media events of this nature. We were delighted by the coverage generated in South Africa, as well as the high level of interest from UK media attending the event. We look forward to working with Revolution in the future to host similar media events involving the South African cricket team on international tours, to help maximize exposure for the Standard Bank sponsorship.”
Rod Kohler, PR Director at Revolution said, “This was a great opportunity for Standard Bank to activate their sponsorship of the ODI team on an international level and the Revolution team was very excited about being involved in this inaugural event for the bank.”
ENDS
For further information please contact:
Rod Kohler Tel: 01903 883747
Revolution Sports Marketing Group Mob: 07770 647662
22 August, 2006
Thomas Cook Sport has launched an innovative scheme for all UK Cricket Clubs to earn thousands of pounds for their clubs by booking official travel packages to support the England team at The Ashes series in Australia.
As an official travel partner of the English & Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Thomas Cook Sport is offering 250 Cricket clubs across the UK the chance to register enabling them to earn great commission on every package that one of their members’ book.
The amount of money a club can earn is unlimited, commission levels start at £150 per package booked increasing rapidly depending on how many packages are bought. Clubs can register through www.play-cricket.com - an interactive site run by the ECB - that also allows cricket clubs to have their own personalised website at minimal cost.
England Cricketer, Matthew Hoggard joined Thomas Cook Sport today at Headingley Cricket Ground to officially launch the new scheme. Matthew Hoggard said “Urn Cash is a great scheme for England fans to support both their club and country this summer, and I hope many clubs register to take part.“
Thomas Cook Sport’s Ashes packages start from £2,121 per person, the package includes return flights to Australia, accommodation; airport transfers and guaranteed official match tickets. All stays are for a minimum of eight nights with a choice of packages available to every test match, all with the added assurance of Thomas Cook brand making all the arrangements.
Danny Talbolt, Director of Thomas Cook Sport said; “As a major travel organsiation we are thrilled to not only be able to help fans go and support their country during The Ashes series but to be giving something back to the grass roots of cricket in the UK. We have been one of the ECB’s official travel partners for the past two years and this initiative concretes our commitment to the sport home and away.”
Cricket Clubs can register at www.play-cricket.com and find out more information on the packages available at www.thomascooksports.com or calling 0870 752 0149.
Press contact:
Thomas Cook Press Office 01733 417269
Pressoffice.tcuk@thomascook.com