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Not to break the annual prediction it therefore is the same as last year and the year before. 1. Glasgow 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Edinburgh And before anyone from further along the M8 makes the point I have never got this correct yet.

For me personally, i will miss my trips over to the Island. What i won't miss is, waiting for the taxi after the meeting and hoping the return ferry was on time!

Other idiots.... Eh?

Tonight (Thursday 11th March) @ 7pm we Premiere the 2019 Warriors vs Cradley 'Heathens' National League meeting from the Isle of Wight.

There aren't many top second strings left, and the ones I listed are decent enough riders in their own rights... Someone like Ryan Kinsley strengthens the reserves more, so it's just a case of signing the second string Redcar need and strengthen at reserve instead... There are no 6.60 riders about!! So the extra point may as well be used elsewhere in the team. None of the riders I listed had been signed up at the time of my post? They have now, yes

Its a nailed on prediction that someone predicts that its to early for predictors to predict what their predictions are...

Probably referring to you.

Because some numpty keeps posting pointless guff and other idiots () respond

Have to say I have enjoyed the Humans of Speedway Podcast series. Ian (who has the voice for radio) has a great simple format but has had great guests, incl of course many who have featured on other podcasts. Check them out here https://podcast.sport-social.co.uk/podcast/humansofspeedway/

Answers. 1. No. 2. Only ever been 1 meeting per season in the past which included riders from all divisions

Ski slope first at knockatch and then skateboard. And they say speedway is dangerous

I think the plan could be to get to 'Championship' level for the top league of say 12 teams, then maybe a 12 team league of slightly better than the current NL, made up of stand alone clubs and 'Colts' teams from some of those in the top league.. Let's be honest we are nearly there now with none of the riders who are competing being truly 'Elite', with only a very few able to even get considered to have the opportunity to compete at the highest levels in Poland or Sweden. If each team next year in the top league had two Rising Stars, with the 'best 24' in the top league, and 24 pretty much newcomers in the 2nd tier, I am sure it could put many clubs on a more financially even footing.. Fixed race nights would still allow plenty to double up so lots of meetings for those lads who have only a slim chance of getting fixed up in either Sweden or Polands top division.. The NL operating model has proven itself as a success when it comes to giving clubs who may have gone out of business by staying in the 2nd tier, (or already had) a chance to become profitable and has provided plenty of decent, value for money entertainment.. Maybe some within the BSPL have noticed that and seen an opportunity? A league that would sit between the current NL and the Championship standard wise might just be where the second tier can thrive and be a true 'stepping stone' to the top league.. Some do talk of a lowering of standards driving punters away, however when the worlds best rode here, double digit % drops in annual crowd levels were not unusual, so, I would suggest, those who still attend now are 'bomb proof' as far as following the sport goes, so a couple of years of 'reset" where every club can be secure of coming back to the tapes the next year, might not be a bad idea.. There is a world out there who would know hardly any of those who ride at GP level, never mind UK standard, so, using the Eurosport coverage, "names" and reputations could be built by those who appear in front of the cameras each week.. We who follow the sport may know they are not "top level" but the vast majority of those watching at home wont.. And they are the ones that need their interest pricking..

Thats the point of my message it was a take it or leave it which is wrong!

That’s a given , would be concerned if you didn’t say this.

Even if they were ‘told’. Why should the NL suddenly accept being told what the rules were when every other year they’ve had an AGM to discuss it and the higher leagues got that privilege this season too?

godfrey spouting off in the star again saying the " iow" were told what to expect for this season , pity he didnt remember that in 2018 when comets told everyone that they were going to ride friday nights, he soon changed that to suit him shame he dont want to help the "iow" now.

How many season’s is it now that the brothers have thrown money at riders to join mid season or tried to manipulate things to their advantage like the convenient “ raining off the play off final 1st leg “ when the weather was damp at worst . remind me how that worked out for you again ......

Glasgow speedway run the sport as it should be, they treat the riders and fans with respect and try to promote the sport professionally, ok the stadium is not as modern as Belle Vue but the facilities are good as well as the fan experience.

Non of the teams built look strong enough but thats the rules. The cubs have 3 genuine heat leaders which is more than some teams. The Thompsons are likely to put 3+ points each on their averages. Halder is another likely strong improver and if Spencer returns its a top 5 all with season experience under their belt. The reserves are probably middle of the road from the newbies so as long as they can score ok at home and pick up pieces away i think this team will be in the hunt.

Poor racing in front of a huge crowd will deliver far more atmosphere and wanting to attend again, than great racing in front of a poor one would.. I think the overall standard of racing nowadays is easily on a par, (if not better when you watch the SEC, SON and GP's) with any eras racing I have watched... Put simply, watching Peter Collins and Ivan Mauger race in the 70's in front of "one man and his dog" would have left the sport struggling back then just as much as it is today.. Those massive crowds elevated enormously what these two superstars, (and others), delivered..

Football's modernisation was forced upon it by the Disasters at Valley Parade and Hillsborough. Even non league grounds are light years away from what they used to be. Speedway charges champagne prices, but serves up lemonade. Until the facilities reflect the profile of a so called professional sport, it hasn't got a chance.

Taking a look at the NL side for the cubs & I am fearful. The team Dave Howard has built doesn’t look strong enough & I fear he might not be walking on water this season .

I think we are in for a brilliant season of racing with the teams that have been built. The stand out team for me is the all British Eastbourne side. They look solid from 1-7 & have potential race winners in every race. A huge home track advantage aswell but i was surprised not to see Scott Nicholls line up for the Eagle this season. Leicester look to have built a solid 1-5 which will benefit the Turbo twins x2 with less pressure to score points but I also believe they will compete at this level. So a safe play off place for The Lions. Poole are very much a 3 man team with alot of unknown quantities in their side . Add to the fact IMO Schlein & King are on a downward spiral I think they will be in the scrap for the final play off Spot if I can’t believe how some Poole fans think they will drop down & it is a formality they will run away with the league with the side they have named #deluded I do like the look of Glasgow they have clearly for the cheque book out again for another attempt to buy a league title , if they get Ostergaard & Sedgeman to fire they will safely make the play offs I am going for a dark horse to make the play offs Scunthorpe . If they find a good replacement for Jake Allen then they will be a force, With Palin at reserve & Aarnio & Jorgensen in the middle order I think they will sneak into the play offs. Auty can lead the team as a number 1 its going to be can he get the back up from Numbers 3 & 5. So my tip 1. Eastbourne 2. Leicester 3. Glasgow 4. Scunthorpe 5. Poole 6. Redcar 7. Edinburgh 8. Plymouth 9. Kent 10. Berwick 11. Birmingham 12. Newcastle

Good call to split the BYC and put them as pre entertainment with two Friday school holidays Colts matches.

Both have plenty of potential for improvement.in 2021. so step up lads and do Belle Vue proud