gingerjon Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Game. Changer. https://www.superleague.co.uk/article/2439/channel-4-to-broadcast-betfred-super-league-in-2022 37 Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 https://www.totalrl.com/ken-davy-secures-channel-4-deal-to-broadcast-super-league-in-2022/ Outstanding news. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, gingerjon said: Game. Changer. https://www.superleague.co.uk/article/2439/channel-4-to-broadcast-betfred-super-league-in-2022 Let's hope so! 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wiltshire Rhino Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Just now, Dave T said: https://www.totalrl.com/ken-davy-secures-channel-4-deal-to-broadcast-super-league-in-2022/ Outstanding news. The Ginger One beat you to it... ...just 2014 Challenged Cup Winner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Absolutely lovely stuff. For all the doom and gloom, the new TV deal looks to be an excellent deal from a content point of view. Even if this means a bit of short term financial pain (or badge it as investment), it feels worth it for the opportunities that this presents. If we can confirm things like every game filmed to broadcast standard then it is very, very good. There is a real opportunity to relaunch SL in a very positive manner here. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted November 24, 2021 Author Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: Let's hope so! It's on the game to make it so but 10 live games across the summer on Channel 4. That really has the potential to make a massive difference. 2 Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, Wiltshire Rhino said: The Ginger One beat you to it... ...just Yes. Not happy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Just now, gingerjon said: It's on the game to make it so but 10 live games across the summer on Channel 4. That really has the potential to make a massive difference. I'm interested to know who has the highlights, I couldn't see it mentioned. I think it makes sense to have this on C4 so they have the narrative of the whole season. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M j M Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, Dave T said: I'm interested to know who has the highlights, I couldn't see it mentioned. I think it makes sense to have this on C4 so they have the narrative of the whole season. It would be weird/disappointing for this not to be the case. Up to the clubs to really focus on getting big crowds for these live terrestrial games. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrispmartha Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 This is excellent news. I think Channel 4 is a really good fit and i think they’ll promote the hell out if it will be interesting to see how they approach it 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Just now, M j M said: It would be weird/disappointing for this not to be the case. Up to the clubs to really focus on getting big crowds for these live terrestrial games. Was just about to post similar. These 10 games should be handpicked and we go all out to make them events. Mind you, the same goes for Cup games and we are happy for them to be on BBC with poor crowds. Seems they won't just be getting the rubbish too if the opener is anything to go by. Showing big clubs like the Wire and whoever they happen to play is great. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 We'll now have around 16 to 17 live club games per year on terrestrial TV each season. Do any other major mens sports get that kind of coverage? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingerjon Posted November 24, 2021 Author Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, Dave T said: Showing big clubs like the Wire and whoever they happen to play is great. Now, now ... 1 4 Build a man a fire, and he'll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he'll be warm for the rest of his life. (Terry Pratchett) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommygilf Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Fab news. I've always said I'd only be willing to take less cash of Sky if that came with them losing exclusivity. Now that seems it will be the case. Regular season and playoff games too? Excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cookey Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Delighted, looks a good deal, well done Ken Davy. Should be good news for our main Sponsor Bet Fred and our other leading sponsors and for the various local sponsors. The home Clubs absolutely MUST make an event out of each and every home game. Anyone who sits back and hopes people come to the 10 gamesshould be shot. BBC, Channel 4, Sky Sports - impressive and I have to say, a surprise to me. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dallas Mead Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Excellent news for all the above reasons, only 2 words to add to all this. Adam Hills. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piggy's mate Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Wow!! Touch Rugby W(h)inger and part-time Super Hero (Thursday mornings by appointment) BATLEY BULLDOGS RLFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chrispmartha Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 Wonder how the doom merchants will spin it? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippet13 Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Chrispmartha said: Wonder how the doom merchants will spin it? First game kicks off at 1230? Rubbish for away fans.....don't thank me, happy to help Edited November 24, 2021 by Whippet13 3 2 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 8 minutes ago, cookey said: Delighted, looks a good deal, well done Ken Davy. Should be good news for our main Sponsor Bet Fred and our other leading sponsors and for the various local sponsors. The home Clubs absolutely MUST make an event out of each and every home game. Anyone who sits back and hopes people come to the 10 gamesshould be shot. BBC, Channel 4, Sky Sports - impressive and I have to say, a surprise to me. Yes, this needs to be the start of an opportunity that we need to make the most of rather than the end game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave T Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 5 minutes ago, Chrispmartha said: Wonder how the doom merchants will spin it? Apparently Sky will be lending C4 Baz n Tez for games. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iffleyox Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 1 minute ago, Dave T said: Apparently Sky will be lending C4 Baz n Tez for games. It's a nice thought, but they've got their own 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iffleyox Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 although I would pay Channel 4 to watch that... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 . This has come out of nowhere, and what great news it is. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RP London Posted November 24, 2021 Share Posted November 24, 2021 19 minutes ago, cookey said: Delighted, looks a good deal, well done Ken Davy. Should be good news for our main Sponsor Bet Fred and our other leading sponsors and for the various local sponsors. The home Clubs absolutely MUST make an event out of each and every home game. Anyone who sits back and hopes people come to the 10 gamesshould be shot. BBC, Channel 4, Sky Sports - impressive and I have to say, a surprise to me. if past history is anything go by we are going to need the great wall of china to line them up against! Brilliant news and it really should be a springboard for the sport if used correctly.. what a positive start to the day.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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