Maverick Sports Partners

[R Ramjet]

A new thread for everything related to our new ownership group and everything club related while under this ownership.
The crossbar capers podcast had consortium representative Maurice Bisetto on their return podcast on Monday.
He seems a pretty switched on business head who was positive about putting more resources into the club.
They will be having him on their next podcast on Thursday so find their social media pages and submit some questions
for Maurice if you have any.
Jason Hoffman has been announced in the role of player welfare and community engagement offer.
This is a positive for the club and hopefully we see the Hoff out and about in the community soon.
Its no secret that under the previous ownership that we were run on the smell of an oil rag with limited resources.

[ForeverRed]

A change although simple has been on the Jets social media sites, looking much more professional, also I did a change of seat with my membership and it went smoothly, little things count

[baldrick]

Where’s our jets shaped caps ?

[evolution]

A change although simple has been on the Jets social media sites, looking much more professional, also I did a change of seat with my membership and it went smoothly, little things count

Yeah I upgraded my daughters membership and it was very quick and easy. So far so good.

[Thomas477]

Before we get too far, has the sale been completed yet?

Or is everything still subject to FA approval?

[My2BobsWorth]

Good point Thomas, and what has changed anyway, signs are a bottom of the table finish going by Robs signings

[furns]

Will also be getting Maurice (as well as Shane & Rob) on the Jetstream in the very near future. Will post up links to submit questions when that is locked in.

[R Ramjet]

SEN Breakfast radio has a regular segment called Sport and the Law with Lee Hagipantelis.
Lee (Brydens Lawyers & formerly Wests Tigers) confirms that himself and Justin Pascoe (formerly Wests Tigers) have a 25% stake in the Newcastle Jets.
He says it's mostly a Melbourne consortium. (Lee and Justin are in Sydney)
I have heard Maurice say he is a Director and we know he is from Melbourne.
Lee says that once he and Justin weren't involved at the Tigers they had spare time and started to look for possible sports ownership options.
He indicates that the Jets price (low) was a key factor in why they were interested. ie. A-league stocks are low at the moment and they feel there is great growth potential in Newcastle.
When asked if they were worried about the lower amount provided by the APL, he said they already budgeted for worst case scenario options so they weren't concerned at this stage.
He does go on to say that teams need to find alternate ways for revenue instead of just relying on league distribution and tv rights money.
He mentions that there can be good money made from player transfers.
Also says that the next tv rights contract will be interesting and important for clubs.

I'm sure this is all information most of us already know but I thought I would pass it on.
I would say that club owners will be absolutely hanging out for an improved League contribution in 2 more years time.
It may well decide the current future of some clubs and the League itself.

[Jeterpool]

Cheers mate

[Alton]

Thanks Roger

[Bremsstrahlung]

The basket case of West Tigers NRL club over the last decade or so, leaves me a little nervous.

Could be great for us, as they are both very experienced operators. NRL for all their downfalls, seem a well run competition and know how to play the media. Their time at west tigers they were very involved with the club and operations giving interviews etc.

Cautious, but excited.

[Thomas477]

Do we know yet if they’ve passed the Football Australia vibe check yet?

[R Ramjet]

No idea if they have passed the checks.
Any time the question is asked its always a few more weeks.
Considering they have already announced the new ownership we may not get any further announcement.

[R Ramjet]

Robert Camilleri is from Melbourne and has links to some companies that were reported to be connected to our owners.
I wonder if he is part of the consortium.
Robert and Maurice are connected through Moreland City FC. Possibly played there together.

[Alton]

Robert Camilleri is from Melbourne and has links to some companies that were reported to be connected to our owners.
I wonder if he is part of the consortium.
Robert and Maurice are connected through Moreland City FC. Possibly played there together.

Outstanding work Roger, you are becoming a subject matter expert on this topic, thanks again

[R Ramjet]

Newcastle Herald Article says we have appointed Ken Schembri as our new General Manager of Football.
Was Joel Griffiths our General Manager of football at one stage ?
*whispers, Ken has joined us from the mariners.

[Bon]

Thanks for all the info, Mr Ramjet..

[plague]

*whispers, Ken has joined us from the mariners.

As you're driving around Lambton lads be mindful not to run over any of the chickens that are coming home to roost.

This is what you all wanted.


hashtagjusticeforcon

[380]

Ist order of business is for Mav to tell the APL where they can stick the scheduling for the lets make some shit up round because Danny T's incompetence sold off the GF.

Having one of the Derby games moved to Sydney just demonstrates how frigg'n low and dopey the APL remain after DT left the builiding to move overseas and screw something up at his new corporate destination.

Its an uphill battle getting crowds and generating atmosphere at an A League game as it is and these numpties want to take one of the games of the season that really resonates with both clubs sets of members n supporters is just plain corporate incompetence n bastardry.

Just when you think shit couldn't get worse you get hit with another own goal, Screw it and those who made this decision. Both clubs supporters should rile up and have this reversed.

[anfield]

Ist order of business is for Mav to tell the APL where they can stick the scheduling for the lets make some shit up round because Danny T's incompetence sold off the GF.

Having one of the Derby games moved to Sydney just demonstrates how frigg'n low and dopey the APL remain after DT left the builiding to move overseas and screw something up at his new corporate destination.

Its an uphill battle getting crowds and generating atmosphere at an A League game as it is and these numpties want to take one of the games of the season that really resonates with both clubs sets of members n supporters is just plain corporate incompetence n bastardry.

Just when you think shit couldn't get worse you get hit with another own goal, Screw it and those who made this decision. Both clubs supporters should rile up and have this reversed.

100% agree, Imagine taking the manchester derby to Liverpool? Or the Merseyside Derby to Manchester?

Ridiculous

[northern_swan]

Ist order of business is for Mav to tell the APL where they can stick the scheduling for the lets make some shit up round because Danny T's incompetence sold off the GF.

Having one of the Derby games moved to Sydney just demonstrates how frigg'n low and dopey the APL remain after DT left the builiding to move overseas and screw something up at his new corporate destination.

Its an uphill battle getting crowds and generating atmosphere at an A League game as it is and these numpties want to take one of the games of the season that really resonates with both clubs sets of members n supporters is just plain corporate incompetence n bastardry.

Just when you think shit couldn't get worse you get hit with another own goal, Screw it and those who made this decision. Both clubs supporters should rile up and have this reversed.

Just to double down on the stupidity, apparently the game is Friday night to make it difficult for both sets of fans to get there after the working week

[380]

Demonstrates just how common sense is still absent at The APL, Hoped for a better understanding of what the competition required to get itself out of the doldrums under Garcia and Conroy however it would appear nothing has changed.

Conroy's focus must clearly still be on his 5min cameo appearances as the token lefty on Sky News.

[plague]

Meh, the APL seems to care more about the derby than Jets players, suits and fans over the past few years.

Geez, they may even promote it.

[R Ramjet]

Ben Hawes has joined the club as General Manager of Commercial, Digital and Marketing.
Good to see us being funded to run like a proper organisation with staff in key areas.

[My2BobsWorth]

And Ken Schembri from Mariners, director of football
Should be a valuable signing, added the link
https://aleagues.com.au/news/newcastle-jets-recruit-central-coast-mariners-youth-guru-ken-schembri-a-league-news/

[Dezy1]

100% agree, Imagine taking the manchester derby to Liverpool? Or the Merseyside Derby to Manchester?

Ridiculous

The A-League is probably in the most perilous state it has ever been and the only thing that will put it on the right track right now is the supporters getting behind it. Really, does it matter if a game is played in Sydney? Does it matter if the Grand Final was sold to Sydney? People could have made their point and said that it should never be done again but lets be happy that money is coming into the game.

I'm going to try and get to as many games as I can this year. Not committing to a membership because I'm just to old and too busy to know what I'm doing week to week.

However, the new ownership group need all the love we can give them so I'm sending them nothing but good wishes and good vibes. I remember the days when I dreamed that we had an owner who had a vested interest in finding a way for the Jets to seep into the veins of this city. Con was not that owner. He showed this after the Grand Final. He had the goose that laid the golden egg and he killed the goose.

Lets finally get it right.

[My2BobsWorth]

Nice try Shane

[380]

The A-League is probably in the most perilous state it has ever been and the only thing that will put it on the right track right now is the supporters getting behind it. Really, does it matter if a game is played in Sydney? Does it matter if the Grand Final was sold to Sydney? People could have made their point and said that it should never be done again but lets be happy that money is coming into the game.

I'm going to try and get to as many games as I can this year. Not committing to a membership because I'm just to old and too busy to know what I'm doing week to week.

However, the new ownership group need all the love we can give them so I'm sending them nothing but good wishes and good vibes. I remember the days when I dreamed that we had an owner who had a vested interest in finding a way for the Jets to seep into the veins of this city. Con was not that owner. He showed this after the Grand Final. He had the goose that laid the golden egg and he killed the goose.

Lets finally get it right.

Does it matter about a game going to Sydney ?. In the big scheme of things probably not but whoever chose the particular match they did to relocate to Sydney clearly does not get it. Very few home games bring in the atmosphere a Jets v Gypo game does and at a time when we are trying to get repeat attendees this is the the type of game that can do that.

Shipping this game off to Sydney was a a dumb decision made by some individual who should not be making decisions for the benefit of the game because there is no benefit at all to either the Jets or Gypo's.

I'm sure if enough thought went into it a game against another club could have been scheduled for Sydney.

[Dezy1]

Does it matter about a game going to Sydney ?. In the big scheme of things probably not but whoever chose the particular match they did to relocate to Sydney clearly does not get it. Very few home games bring in the atmosphere a Jets v Gypo game does and at a time when we are trying to get repeat attendees this is the the type of game that can do that.

Shipping this game off to Sydney was a a dumb decision made by some individual who should not be making decisions for the benefit of the game because there is no benefit at all to either the Jets or Gypo's.

I'm sure if enough thought went into it a game against another club could have been scheduled for Sydney.

But the decision to have the Unite Round was to resolve the issue of the Grand Finals being sold to Sydney for a couple of years and people still aren't happy.

The was I see the A-League is that it has the largest footprint of any code in Australia (and NZ) so travel is inevitable. The good thing for Newcastle is that we are in a small geographic zone that encompasses 5 of the 13 teams, so that is an advantage we have over the Melbourne teams in generating away crowds and atmosphere.

Not Shane, just a long time fan who wants to wish the new ownership well. Every previous ownership group has had issues, whether it be big egos, vested interests or lack of connection with the community. These guys are putting their own money on the line and are saying the things we have always wanted owners to say.

[380]

But the decision to have the Unite Round was to resolve the issue of the Grand Finals being sold to Sydney for a couple of years and people still aren't happy.

The was I see the A-League is that it has the largest footprint of any code in Australia (and NZ) so travel is inevitable. The good thing for Newcastle is that we are in a small geographic zone that encompasses 5 of the 13 teams, so that is an advantage we have over the Melbourne teams in generating away crowds and atmosphere.

Not Shane, just a long time fan who wants to wish the new ownership well. Every previous ownership group has had issues, whether it be big egos, vested interests or lack of connection with the community. These guys are putting their own money on the line and are saying the things we have always wanted owners to say.

Missing the point i think, They chose the wrong game to relocate. The Derby is one of the few matchups resulting in a great atmosphere at either Gypo land or at home. They could have had us play any other team in Sydney not the Gypo's, That is what demonstrates just how absent minded the individual is who chose this particular game to shift to Sydney. Dead set dunce material.

[Dezy1]

Missing the point i think, They chose the wrong game to relocate. The Derby is one of the few matchups resulting in a great atmosphere at either Gypo land or at home. They could have had us play any other team in Sydney not the Gypo's, That is what demonstrates just how absent minded the individual is who chose this particular game to shift to Sydney. Dead set dunce material.

It's not really a big deal for me. I think you could put a positive spin on it as a reply of the 08 Grand Final at the same stadium. That would get me interested in going.

[380]

Well being a Friday night in Sydney you will have plenty of seats to choose from because there will not be too many members being able to travel to Sydney in time to take advantage of the included entry.

A Friday night for christ sake, Just another example of some numpties with no idea. With Townsend gone the inept decision making was meant to be a thing of the past but apparently not. Had hopes things might turn around with the appointment of Conroy with more oversight and accountability leading to better decision making but apparently not.

Conroy clearly putting his 5min cameos on Sky ahead of sensible management at the APL.

[plague]

It's not really a big deal for me. I think you could put a positive spin on it as a reply of the 08 Grand Final at the same stadium. That would get me interested in going.

Hahahahahaha.

Yeah this guys a Fed.

#stayalertnotalarmed

[Dezy1]

Hahahahahaha.

Yeah this guys a Fed.

#stayalertnotalarmed

Yeah, football fans from northern England hate travelling down to Wembley for the FA Cup Final, the Charity Shield and every other Cup Final that is held there.

[Dezy1]

This is how I see it.

On the negative side: We are in the 20th year of the A-League and it has never been in a worse position financially. In those 20 years, the Jets have gone through multiple owners who make losses and then lose the club or offload it.

In Newcastle, the Knights want us gone. They built their "centre of excellence" on community land and see the stadium as theirs.

The APL has no money and needs the supporters more than ever.

On the positive side: The A-League is still here.

The Unite round can be a stake in the ground where the most passionate fans from every club make a real statement about the importance of the A-League and the culture of football support. Take a stupid idea and make it great.

The APL has no money and so a revival can be led by the fans for the good of the game.

The Newcastle Jets have a new owner and needs the fans more than ever.

My name is Andrew Dezelak. I've got no affiliation with the club. But you can see my prior posts on here.

[My2BobsWorth]

Best not to post names Dezy, there's some total nutters on here, mostly in F Troop

[plague]

Best not to post names Dezy, there's some total nutters on here, mostly in F Troop

My name is Peter Lague. I ain't scared.

[Buddha]

Hahahahahaha.

Yeah this guys a Fed.

#stayalertnotalarmed

Ladies & Gentlemen, we got him

[Dezy1]

I'm a 50 year old man. I'm really not afraid of posting my name on a local internet forum. If anyone wants to talk seriously of the state of the Jets and the A-League I'm happy to. If I've got anything to offer let me say this:

I called the first meeting to start the Squadron in 2004. Me and a user on here called Cardboard Cutout showed up and had a chat with George Liolio at the Newcastle United Sports Club. I purchased a big vinyl banner for the Squadron which was stolen in a couple of weeks as were the flags George gave us. I didn't want to be the centre of this active support so set up an Incorporated Association called The Squadron Football Supporters Association Inc and a 5 member board including Rob, Argie, Todd, Matty and myself. I set up a relationship with Port Stephens Coaches to take fans to away games. Then I went to work for the Jets for a year, then left for family reasons but organised the coaches to go to the Sydney Grandfinal, raising about $15k for the Squadron in the process. That's about the extent of my involvement. Others have contributed more, done greater things and have more knowledge of football culture, and come up with better chants etc.

But others also had their flaws and the torch hasn't been passed down well to younger generations, such that we aren't really in any better position than when the A-League first started. The last of the money was going to be given away, which is the point I got the shits with the whole thing, because I am a great believer in making things sustainable and passing on the baton when you depart. So I haven't done much since then but watch the Jets on tv.

This is a fresh start and one where the Jets have much less money than when I was involved. They are going to need help. The great thing about that is that spirit doesn't cost a cent.

[My2BobsWorth]

Best not to preach to people who have been paying members and going to every home game for decades Dezy

[Dezy1]

Best not to preach to people who have been paying members and going to every home game for decades Dezy

Haha, what are you talking about?

[Guerny]

How about its a public forum so anyone can preach whatever the hell they want?

Endorsing the management dross we have put up with season on season with your membership payments doesn't somehow make someone else's opinion less valid.

[Dezy1]

I didn't intend to preach anything. I was just introducing myself in view of being called a "Fed".

The main opinion I was trying to express was that 20 years on, the club is in no better shape (in a lot of respects) than when the A-League first started. In fact, this may be the worst season yet for stability. So, yeah, I'm willing to drive down to Sydney for the "Unite Round" and giving support to new owners.

I think buying season tickets is great. But my experience in a lot of areas of my life is that to build a sustainable crowd to 15,000 takes a certain X factor in terms of culture, excitement, community, habit and communication that people either inside or outside the club have to actively manage or at least resist suppressing.

[Couscous]

Dezy, do you think we need a new coach?

[Dezy1]

Not yet unless the players can't work with the current one. The club is better spending money elsewhere than on a payout. I didn't mind how the Jets played against MacArthur on the weekend, despite the loss.

The bigger question is how the club is going to spot, recruit and retain talent going forward. This involves the entire management team and the assistant coaches, not just the head coach.

What's your opinion?

[JustMe]

do you think we need a new coach?

Anyone but GVE. He's a snake.

[ForeverRed]

Anyone but GVE. He's a snake.
Why, he won us our only title including beating the scum,

[Dezy1]

Why, he won us our only title including beating the scum,

I think the key to good management is that you firstly have good knowledge of the industry and have to work harder than any of the workers, otherwise you won't gain their respect. Next you have to be likeable and personable so they admire you. Third you have to be proactive and address problems quickly in a way that shows everyone that you are acting in the best interests of them and the organisation.

I don't think it's a good idea just to look at specific people. You almost need a personality test to objectively evaluate their character.

[The Dunster]

Anyone but GVE. He's a snake.

He's a valued member of this forum.

[plague]

Why, he won us our only title including beating the scum,

Pfffffftttt.
Not hard to instruct a team to give the ball to Griff and let him score the winner.



Sorry Cous Cous, love you mate.

[Dezy1]

I've had a bit of a look at Stanton, watched a few of his post match interviews and what he said in a Newcastle Weekly interview when he arrived. I think there is a lot to like about him as an appointment, especially in terms of the points that I posted above about what makes a good manager.

He seems to be calm and confident in interviews. It has been stressed to him the importance of embracing the community by others in the club. He acknowledges that there were weaknesses in the season that were exposed early (conceding goals) which the players worked on through the season, but was part of them attempting to take risks in playing attacking football.

I can see him being a guy that the players would want to play for. Have there been any hints otherwise?

[380]

Apologies in advance if wrong thread but has anybody else's tracking details for there membership delivery not updated since the email tracking number went out ?

[Jeterpool]

I received an email yesterday saying it's on the way. Mine is sitting at "DISPATCHED".

Did you see the email a little while ago saying the factory compiling the packs for the club experienced a fire and there would be delays as a result?

[380]

I received an email yesterday saying it's on the way. Mine is sitting at "DISPATCHED".

Did you see the email a little while ago saying the factory compiling the packs for the club experienced a fire and there would be delays as a result?

Mine has been sitting at dispatched also since 2nd. No email regarding any fire neither eh.

Cheers for the update.

[Jetmaster]

Somebody posted on FB yesterday a photo of their pack after it arrived so they are getting out there.

[baldrick]

Mine has arrived today, so they aren’t far away

[Retro Jet]

I received an email at 3:33pm today saying my pack has been dispatched.
Checked the tracking number - ETA 16/10/24

Then there was this:-


A PDF of your card is attached to this email.
If your card does not arrive in time for the next game,
please print the PDF and scan at the gate to gain entry.

No pdf attached :whistling:

[Addios]

I received an email at 3:33pm today saying my pack has been dispatched.
Checked the tracking number - ETA 16/10/24
Then there was this:-
No pdf attached :whistling:
:lulzturtle:

[Jetmaster]

Transition complete....


SHANE MATTISKE COMPLETES TERM AS NEWCASTLE JETS CEO

CEO Shane Mattiske has announced he will transition out of his role at the Newcastle Jets after almost four years leading the Club.

Mattiske was the lead for the consortium that stepped in to save the Club early in 2021 and is now moving out of his role after establishing a strong foundation for the Club?s future and successfully bringing in new ownership for the Newcastle Jets, with the sale to Maverick Sports Partners.

Mattiske said:

?It is now six months since we locked in new ownership for the Club and created a new foundation for the future of the Jets and football in this community.

It is truly a great thing to have Maverick Sport Partners behind our Club and supporting its growth moving forward. I want to again thank Maurice Bisetto and the broader Jets ownership group for their belief in this Club and the potential of this community.

I also want to acknowledge the significant commitment that our outgoing owners made to supporting our Club and backing the shift to a new future for the Jets.

With the beginning of this new chapter for the Club, it is the appropriate time for me pass leadership to Maurice and the new ownership group. The last four years has been an incredible experience and one that, despite some challenging times, I will always value. I've been privileged to be part of a Club that is so important to such a big community and one that has such potential for the future. I will always have the Club's success on my mind and will continue to do whatever I can to support its future.

I have sincerely valued the relationships that I have built with the Club?s members, fans, staff and players, with our great sponsor and partner family and with the football community as a whole. I thank all of this football community for their support through this important chapter of the Club?s history and I look forward to being part of this great Jets family into the future.?

Maverick Sports Partner Executive Director Maurice Bisetto paid tribute to Mattiske after his time at the Newcastle Jets.

?The last four years have been a difficult period for the Jets. Under Shane?s stewardship, the organisation has navigated turbulent waters and is now well positioned to embark on a new era.

On behalf of Maverick Sports Partners and the community we thank Shane for his contribution to the Newcastle Jets.?

Maurice Bisetto will act as interim CEO while the Club finalises its search for Mattiske?s successor.



I will wish him all the best - it was not an easy gig.

[StannyCFCJET]

If Justin Pascoe or the other ex tigers bloke get a foot in the door or a role on the board we are legit ****ed and there was no point saving the club with new ownership

[ForeverRed]

Griff to return, yeeew

[belchardo]

Can't say I agreed with everything he did, but I believe we're in a better position now than we were when he joined. Given the constraints and uncertainty, that deserves some credit in my opinion.

[Alton]

Griff to return, yeeew

Those days are long gone Red

[Jeterpool]

If Justin Pascoe or the other ex tigers bloke get a foot in the door or a role on the board we are legit ****ed and there was no point saving the club with new ownership

This is football, Stanny. It's an industry where you keep your people close to you. Of course he will be the pick.

[380]

This is football, Stanny. It's an industry where you keep your people close to you. Of course he will be the pick.

Yep, When you acquire the keys to the farm you can appoint whoever it is you like.

It could also be noted the Wests Tigers have remained a circus on and off the field even after above mentioned departures.

[R Ramjet]

Shane was clearly in Babysitter Mode while at the club. The plan was probably for Justin Pascoe to take this role eventually.
It would be nice to see the club explore all available options and employ the best person for the role.
We need some strong leadership off the field if we are going to survive medium to long term.

[My2BobsWorth]

Facebook brown says everything about shitshow Shane, good riddance

[StannyCFCJET]

This is football, Stanny. It's an industry where you keep your people close to you. Of course he will be the pick.

Then were ****ed and this new management was a ****ing waste of time. He is legit cancer. Ask anyone who follows NRL

[My2BobsWorth]

Judge the new boy on what he does Stanny, his arse hasn't hit the chair yet. Plenty of time for bagging, and I'll be one of the first

[StannyCFCJET]

Judge the new boy on what he does Stanny, his arse hasn't hit the chair yet. Plenty of time for bagging, and I'll be one of the first

He proved how bad he was in these kind of roles at the Tigers. Why would I place faith in him? He's shown nothing in his career to warrant any

[R Ramjet]

Things are very quiet. Haven't heard much from Maurice lately. Is Hoffman still employed ?
Still no CEO replacement. I'm sure I heard Maurice say before the season started that they would be doing their own podcasts ?
It still feels like we are being run on the cheap side of things which is disappointing.
I don't want Stanton to stay as coach after this season but he may have some valid points in not wanting to sign an extension if one was offered!

[mge61]

You've only got to go out to the "administration office" to see how the joint is being run. Once you get past all the boxes and rubbish outside the front door it's much the same inside. Just a bit embarrassing really.

[My2BobsWorth]

We might be running on the smell of an oily rag, but we're running, and not doing too bad. Coaches come and go, it's the members they need to keep

[evolution]

Just something I picked up whilst procrastinating at work reading random sports news, Super Netball club Sunshine Coast Lightning have new owners in "Global Sports Fund Management Group". Noticed a couple of familiar names involved...

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-09-22/super-netball-sunshine-coast-lightning-new-ownership/105801344

"Global Sports Fund Management Group co-owners Justin Pascoe and Lee Hagipantelis said they were determined to continue building the club."


Both are investors in the Jets but not sure if actually part of the Maverick group. Anyway, seems they apparently have a bit of spare cash to throw at netball and a random basketball team as well:

https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/9072131/former-wests-tigers-bigwigs-buy-netball-franchise/

"They are also co-owners of the Ottawa BlackJacks basketball team in Canada."

[380]

Was reported recently they both were enjoying dinner in Leichhardt with some of the higher paid players at the Wests Tigers. I sceptic might think planting a seed or two for a return ?.