Paul
Years ago
SBS & Foxtel Worlds Coverage
Hello everyone,
It certainly is great news that Fox Sports is broadcasting the World Championships.
This is a deal signed after over 18 months of negotiations.
It is great news for those of us with Foxtel, or basketball fans who can get in front of a foxtel set to see the Boomers play.
For basketball, however, and the hundreds and thousands of Australians who play the game but never get to see it played at the elite level, the deal is almost meaningless.
FIBA communication with a free to air station is due to recommence next week. While this forum is a small part of the campaign, it is extremely important as the most passionate baketball lovers can be found here.
Please email SBS again at [email protected], and go to
http://www20.sbs.com.au/sport/index.php
and make your feelings known.
There are a number of community groups that will generate several hundreds of emails this week. If basketball forum members can do the same it will provide a fantastic backdrop for talks with FIBA.
The result will most definitely be worth a few minutes effort, so send the emails and spread the word to basketball teammates, coaches, friends and family. Keep up the effort until FIBA have finished negotiations.
GOOD LUCK!
Paul Kennedy.
