SCOUT· 41%1h 19m·2026-10-13·SportsWe had 10 Days to Rescue the Football Club | The Torquay United Story with Michael Westcott & Mark Bowes-Cavanagh (Ep141)
What happens when a football club goes into administration? It’s a fans worst nightmare. An owner who decides they can no longer fund the club and as a result the community asset that has been the bedrock of many people’s lives for over a century faces closure. That is exactly what happened with Torquay United. 125…
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“Announced the deal on my birthday. May 31st. Results on the pitch aren't there yet, but these guys have literally saved our club”
“why are football clubs put in a 'business' category. They are social/clout/casino/charity machines that have perceived benefits that exceed revenues. Forcing them to be profitable just crystallizes market forces. Boring. They should be forc…”
“Fantastic conversation great to hear the back storie as a fan of over 55 years iv seen it all from the old mini stand inbthe 70s to the pop side today.. Thank-you for being our owners, were so lucky to have you.”
“Brilliant interview, thanks both for coming on, all the best for the future.”
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