New Accounting Ref Date

Sportech PLC
27 September 2000

                       Sportech PLC (formerly Rodime PLC)
                         ('Sportech' or the 'Company')

                     Change of accounting reference period

In order to align the accounting reference periods of Sportech and its main
operating subsidiaries, the Board of Sportech has resolved to change its
accounting reference date from 30 September to 31 December with effect from 31
December 2000.

Enquiries:

David Ovens, Sportech PLC      0131 557 4114