July 24, 1997: Melbourne 'must be successful' says Ian Frykberg
Even though John Ribot was involved, the club would not definitely be launched in 1998, the Super League boss insisted.
John Ribot was in Melbourne setting up the Storm this time 25 years ago, with some saying he was getting a golden run.
But Super League executive director Ian Frykberg told colleague Paul Kent: “We said we’ll have a franchise in Melbourne if it can be done.
“And obviously John is the person who has the franchise.
“The only reason the franchise can go ahead…
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