Isaac
Years ago
Wildcats taken over by Perth businessman
The Perth Wildcats are pleased to announce that well known West Australian entrepreneur Jack Bendat has acquired a controlling interest in the club.Article on Wildcats.com.au
Mr Bendat, a renowned philanthropist, is well known for his record of success in radio, television, wineries and his keen desire to continually give back to the Western Australian community.
Mr Bendat said he was concerned Wildcats ownership would have gone out of Western Australia and felt strongly that the Perth Wildcats should remain an integral part of the Western Australian community.
"We are over the moon," Andrew Vlahov said of the announcement.
"It's a great day for basketball, it's a great day for WA and it's a great day for the Perth Wildcats."
Mr Vlahov remains totally in control as Managing Director and has expressed his delight that Mr Bendat will add to the success and growth of the Perth Wildcats in years to come.
Supposedly Bendat is worth $375 million and in the Top 200 rich list.
Seems to have been the front page story of The West Australian. Also found this:
"[Bendat] promises to spare no expense to recapture the Wildcats' glory days"
