Shane Parker

Date of Birth	29/04/70
Place of Birth	Adelaide, Australia
Height	5'9"
Parent Club	Sheffield*
Favourite Track	King's Lynn
Favourite Rider	None in Particular

*Shane's contract was previously held by Malcolm Wright as an individual but we understand now that Mr Wright has quit as co-promoter at Sheffield, Shane's contract has been passed on to Sheffield.

2004 Glasgow Scoring Record
2005 Glasgow Scoring Record
2006 Glasgow Scoring Record
2007 Glasgow Scoring Record

The return of 'The Messiah' for 2007 was a priority as far as most Tigers were concerned. His popularity amongst Tigers fans and their appreciation of him was highlighted in the 'Greatest Ever Tiger Poll' for the 60th anniversary celebrations which saw Shane finish as runner up to Steve Lawson.

Not only an entertainer on - and off - track, Shane did a phenomenal amount of promotional work for Glasgow Speedway last year, trying to raise the Tigers profile. Once again he was also an influential captain, helping his team mates out when asked and always happy to voice an opinion when needed.

He has now also become well known for resurrecting and establishing the SRA with help from his wife and it speaks volumes that he was invited along to the final day of the 2006 BSPA conference - albeit after all decisions were probably made - to put forward concerns from the riders point of view.

Having won his second pairs title in a row with Danny Bird last season, Shane will no doubt be trying this season for three in a row with his partner from 2005, George Stancl, although it almost certainly will not be at Ashfield. Shane has been very vocal on the need for such events to be held on neutral tracks but that also seems unlikely.

There is always a worry at the end of every year that Shane may decide to call it a day - he did initially intend to retire after 2004 after all - but thankfully speedway, and in particular Glasgow Speedway, will once again benefit from his enthusiasm and entertainment in 2007.