abbo 229 Posted September 21, 2013 We don't half read some rubbish on this site Jason Bunyan he rode with Nigel Boocock or nearly did we want new blood, for the Coventry supporters who saw some of the young blood on show last night they should realise that the days of Bunyan, Ollie Allen etc are history, two young Swedes riding in the Grand Prix last night are what we should be looking at something for the future not living in the past. God knows where Speedway goes from here but as an old man unless there are major changes to Speedway in this Country there will be no Speedway. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.N.T. 355 Posted September 22, 2013 Coventry seem to be in a weird situation by trying to build a team that won't finish rock bottom again. Assets of the club are either not wanted by the fans or they dont want to ride for the Bees while riders on loan from other tracks seem quite happy to stay if their parent clubs allow. With the Sky deal looking dead in the water, the points limit will no doubt be much lower in 2014 and a top three of Nicholls, Harris and Zengota could be a strong trio and Aaron Summers should be considered. However if there was a complete rebuild, could see Bees grabbing a big name like Chris Holder or Fredrik Lindgren but thst would mean a much weaker second heat leader like Zengota. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hagonshocker 1,956 Posted September 22, 2013 Can't see him hanging up his kevlars just yet. Although i wouldnt like to see him in a Robins side again Your most unexpected comment of the season Steve lolol 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted September 22, 2013 Scott is no where near a 2nd string rider yet, he is in the top 20 averages in the speedway star. Yes his average has gone down but not by much and will be a good asset to have if its decided to have a much bigger league. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheSmiler 420 Posted September 22, 2013 Keep Zengota and give Sundstrom some time to recover over the winter and if he's fit then him too. Everyone else can go, Nicholls in particular. I'm one of his biggest fans, but he's declining now and will only continue to do so, he may have a season or 2 left of being a 7 pointer, but I want to remember him for the 2005-2007 era, not a declining rider. Failing that - stick us in the Premier League away from all the crap that goes on in the light-heartedly called 'Elite League'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
G the Bee 639 Posted September 22, 2013 Keep Zengota and give Sundstrom some time to recover over the winter and if he's fit then him too. Everyone else can go, Nicholls in particular. I'm one of his biggest fans, but he's declining now and will only continue to do so, he may have a season or 2 left of being a 7 pointer, but I want to remember him for the 2005-2007 era, not a declining rider. Failing that - stick us in the Premier League away from all the crap that goes on in the light-heartedly called 'Elite League'. I said exactly the same thing after the last Bees meeting. "Nicholls should retire" were the exact words I used. He can still pull out the odd great ride but when I compare him to the rider that rode for us between 2005 and 2007, it is sad to see how he has declined. It's inevitable though. Age catches up with us all. That's not to say I don't think Nicholls has anything to offer. Far from it. In a weakened league especially, he has a good few years left in him. My comments were based on not wanting to see him go into some sad decline like, for example, Havelock or Screen. Gradually losing competitiveness in the top league (this is already happening) and the inevitable drop down to the Premier League in a few season's time before gradually declining there too. It was sad (but inevitable) to hear the collective groans of dismay when Bees signed Screen. The reality of what he had become totally overshadowed the memories of the great rider he once was. I would hate this to happen to Nicholls too. Should he retire... Yes. In an ideal world. Will he retire... I can't see it. After all, it's his livelihood. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kingbee 510 Posted September 22, 2013 Some fans are wanting Harris back if they Scott's on the decline where does that put him.i for one woudnt want Harris back I think his best years are behind him to 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.N.T. 355 Posted September 22, 2013 Think bth Bombers and Scottys best years are behind themnow, but if the league is weaker without so many star riders, these two will be two of the biggest names in the league, so both may get 8+ averages once more in a larger more competative and financially sound EL. Coventry should benefit if Leicester do move up with KK linked to #1 for a change.eing lined up as their #1. Personally I think they would be better off making a new team with Kenni Larsen and Edward Kennett back along with Summers and possibly Smolinski or Barker back to form a decent top three. Either that or they look at Wolverhampton or Poole and see who they keep as #1 as both are very unlikely to feature two big names along with five National League riders and would think Lindgren and Holder would be allowed to go on loan to another track. Lindgren being a Brandon specialist would certainly give them a true ' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
philfromcov 326 Posted September 23, 2013 we always say in a weakened league harris/nicholls should improve there average, and every year they fail to do so. not sure what the answer is to be honest. If the rumours are true that matt Ford will be in charge of the league, id rather drop down to the PL! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dave Jones 2,126 Posted September 23, 2013 we always say in a weakened league harris/nicholls should improve there average, and every year they fail to do so. not sure what the answer is to be honest. If the rumours are true that matt Ford will be in charge of the league, id rather drop down to the PL! But we all know Fraud has been pulling the strings for years so what's the difference if he puts his name to it next season? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TesarRacing 1,825 Posted September 23, 2013 Kenneth as also signed for a club in 2014 already He flies round Brandon so no surprise if he will be coventrys first signing for 2014 Surely no EL team will have made any signings prior to the AGM, will they? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bee 26 426 Posted September 23, 2013 Rumours about Hansen seem to be floating about, how come no other club have tried to sign him over the years or is he only good around Brandon? I do recall him cleaning up at Brandon when he rode for Peterborough Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BADGER69 33 Posted September 23, 2013 Start by getting rid of Horton and his cronies. Then start with the team and manager. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Panthers89 1,922 Posted September 23, 2013 Hansen got 14+1 from 7 rides, and 9 points from 3 rides in 09 for the Panthers against the Bees at Brandon, Kenneth was extremely quick, and can ride the smaller tracks very well. A solid rider, not spectacular, but you know what your getting. Be a decent signing for any club. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Woz01 3,589 Posted September 23, 2013 Rumours about Hansen seem to be floating about, how come no other club have tried to sign him over the years or is he only good around Brandon? I do recall him cleaning up at Brandon when he rode for Peterborough He did want a place in Britain a couple of months back and said Brandon was his favourite track. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
