Scott Murray gets promoter licence

Scott with the great Marvin Hagler

THE game – and particularly the Midlands – has a new promoter.

And Scott Murray, boss of Cannock’s top venue The Premier Suite, has lofty plans to revive the black tie days of sporting clubs.

His application for a promoter’s licence has been approved and Scott, who has brought a succession of legends to the region for after dinner events – is set to stage his first show in March.

It’s a natural progression for a man who has been at the forefront of the local game for years.

Before becoming a successful businessman, Scott was a very handy heavyweight.

Murray, ambitious and business brave, will be a breath of fresh air.

And, in a sense, he’s turning back the clock. He’ll revive the glory days of sporting clubs which were once so popular in Birmingham. Patrons will enjoy a four or five fight bill, meal and entertainment from such big name hosts as former world champs Ray Mancini and Richie Woodhall and TV presenter Steve Bunce.

Murray intends to test the format at The Premier Suite, then spread to other Midland venues and London.

He said: “Ron Gray (former promoter) was once staging a dinner show every week, but the sporting clubs have died a bit of a death.

“I think we’ll be getting some really good scraps with ex-champs and Midland title fights. And through Ray Mancini, we’re hoping to get an American opponent on most shows.”

Jon Pegg has been appointed matchmaker for the venture.