crescent girl 1,904 Posted September 15, 2014 (edited) From Berwick e-Newsletter: PLAYOFFS! HERE WE GO! Having waited patiently since ending our own PL campaign, we have at last had our Play-Off grouping confirmed. This came after several false-starts, as first-placed Edinburgh and runners-up Somerset hummed and hawed over their choices of opposition throughout Sunday evening. Finally, it has been absolutely confirmed -- only this morning -- that Edinburgh have elected to race against ourselves and Workington, with the top team from the group going forward to meet the winners of the other mini-league, comprising Somerset's choices of Ipswich and Scunthorpe, in a home-and away shoot-out for the 2014 Premier League Championship. We have quickly set up home-and-away matches with Edinburgh (this weekend) and will confirm dates with Workington (as we are both Saturday circuits, this will take a greater degree of organisation) in the near future. Needless to say, when the Comets agree the fixtures, we will keep Black and Gold Bulletin subscribers fully advised. SATURDAY NIGHT: On Saturday, your New Holland Bandits will be hosting Edinburgh in the first of our two home play-off matches. Having defeated the Monarchs in July (in the KO Cup) and again last month on Sky TV, this attempt at three-in-a-row is going to be a crucial hat-trick bid, as in such a short play-off programme, a poor home result isn't likely to be overturned! With Steen Jensen sidelined, Bandits will presumably re-jig the riding order, with rider-replacement for the little 'Danish-Scot' and Kevin, David and the two reserves available to fill his heats. The Monarchs will be at full strength for the fixture. Berwick are the only team to have beaten Edinburgh twice this year -- a third victory on Saturday will be sweet, indeed! SRBF: The Speedway Riders' Benevolent Fund collection, postponed last Wednesday, will now take place on Saturday after Heat 10, with riders from both teams coming into the crowd with their buckets, aiming to fill them to the brim in aid of this most-deserving of causes. HOSPITALITY CLIENTELE! With the sharp end of the season upon us, and the Monarchs -- they claim to be the best team in the League -- in town, what better than a night out in our Hospitality Suite this Saturday? Now get this, despite it being a really big occasion, there is no increase in price! For £35 per head, you'll get admission to the meeting, a free programme, the usual sumptious buffet meal and free drinks -- plus the captivating infield visit during racing! But obviously, you'll need to be quick -- at that price, the places within the lounge will sell out pretty fast. Call Lani Rae right now and reserve your place or places. Call 07779-227535 or e-mail lani@berwickbandits.co This offer is open to Edinburgh supporters too, of course -- no narrow-minded discrimination here! PUT IT ON THE CARD: Remember you can now pay at the gate to enter Shielfield with your Credit or Debit Card. If you wish to use the facility, please use Turnstile number 1. Card payments will also be accepted for purchases in the club shop after 7pm. Edited September 15, 2014 by crescent girl Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandits4eva 997 Posted September 15, 2014 Looking forward to this. No reason why we can't get all 3 points as long as we go into this with the mentality that the monarchs can and will be beaten We are also in the play offs because we are good enough so it's now time to show it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arson fire 4,785 Posted September 15, 2014 45-45 written all over it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dempo 124 Posted September 15, 2014 How is Steen Jensen a "Danish-scot"? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
abyassinian bandit 32 Posted September 15, 2014 How is Steen Jensen a "Danish-scot"?scottish mother I think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shadders 4,134 Posted September 15, 2014 How is Steen Jensen a "Danish-scot"?Doubt he'll race again this year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dempo 124 Posted September 15, 2014 Doubt he'll race again this year Any idea what he's injured? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shadders 4,134 Posted September 15, 2014 Any idea what he's injured? Bandits newsletter says that although he was showing flu like symptoms it appears he has a damaged groin which has led to toxins leaking into his system from a recent crash Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
screm 8,050 Posted September 15, 2014 Any idea what he's injured? Groin, he has returned to Denmark and has been operated on. In some pain, he has been told to rest for two weeks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EIS002 159 Posted September 15, 2014 Good luck bandits show some of that team spirit you showed us at Sheffield last week. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSC67 1,465 Posted September 15, 2014 How is Steen Jensen a "Danish-scot"? Scottish mother I think and Dick Barrie's play on words , " Jock " Steen Jensen , after the football manager Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hules 13 Posted September 15, 2014 A great manager too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arson fire 4,785 Posted September 15, 2014 Scottish mother I think and Dick Barrie's play on words , " Jock " Steen Jensen , after the football managerCringe 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,695 Posted September 15, 2014 Most will want to see a Bandits 3 point win - not anti Monarchs -just as otherwise the rest of the group matches are all but pointless Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandit59 1,151 Posted September 15, 2014 Steen will be a miss especially at Armadale should be able to cover his rides at home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
