Dandelion 775 Posted July 3, 2017 According to speedway updates Ben Hopwood has broken his foot tonight riding for Kent Kings. he rode on ,however, and recorded a 4 ride paid max. (9+3). Hope it's not too serious after the adrenalin rush kicks out. Tough rider, hopefully he can continue, and if not, temporary signing of Alfie Bowtell maybe? And bring Ben back once he's fit again, to get a paid max with a broken foot is good that is good news, but av never seen it anywhere hope not either and, its not good news as Ben was actually starting to do ok, at home. https://twitter.com/diamondspeedway?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Newcastle's Twitter, and no, I'm not on Twitter, but it's a useful place to get news quick, as our website is a bit sh!t I've been very very impressed with Ben Hopwood this year, one of the biggest surprises for me for sure i hope you sign rene . nice wee loan fee for us sheep botherer,s he may turn out to be the cafe/pub owner he has been a wucky ass ett for a few years now . best o luck in getting him . We've already had this joke And we came to the conclusion that I'm not old or British enough to understand it xD Also, I still thought Rene was our asset...? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted July 3, 2017 I'm very sorry to hear this about Ben. He seemed to be doing pretty well to me. I really thought we had at least one of our Reserve berths sorted. I hope that Ben isn't out for very long. Preferably not out at all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandelion 775 Posted July 4, 2017 I'm very sorry to hear this about Ben. He seemed to be doing pretty well to me. I really thought we had at least one of our Reserve berths sorted. I hope that Ben isn't out for very long. Preferably not out at all. Well he continued on the night, I'm not suggesting he won't be out at all, he might miss the meetings this week, but hopefully, he'll be back in our team soon? It'd be interesting, if we do need a guest, if we use Alfie, maybe it'd be like a little trial at the club for him, see if he fails or not 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bringbackHalifax 238 Posted July 4, 2017 Rene has never been a Newcastle asset. He was Peterborough and then Workington. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruffdiamond 6,115 Posted July 4, 2017 It'd be interesting, if we do need a guest, if we use Alfie, maybe it'd be like a little trial at the club for him, see if he fails or not Alfie at home, Shanes on the road ? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dandelion 775 Posted July 4, 2017 Rene has never been a Newcastle asset. He was Peterborough and then Workington. Thanks for the information, I didn't know that Alfie at home, Shanes on the road ? That'd be great, but I really don't see Shanes happening, for anyone in our league Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruffdiamond 6,115 Posted July 4, 2017 (edited) That'd be great, but I really don't see Shanes happening, for anyone in our league use them both as guests, if possible. Edited July 4, 2017 by ruffdiamond Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diamond@heart 399 Posted July 4, 2017 Greeenwood Out and Alfie Bowtell In. Makes his debut on Friday http://www.speedwaygb.co/news.php?extend.32682 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheScotsman 2,483 Posted July 4, 2017 I see Greenwood has been dropped already - in favour of Bowtell this time. Was he on a short term contract? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arson fire 4,785 Posted July 4, 2017 (edited) Was a No brainer.... and good to see our promotion acting quickly to strengthen where possible. Edited July 4, 2017 by Arson fire 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheScotsman 2,483 Posted July 4, 2017 Revolving door policy? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted July 4, 2017 (edited) Revolving door policy? No, just answering problems that others point out, and a club responding to it. Others clubs sometimes don't, but nice to see we our doing it. Dan didn't look comfortable the last time he rode for us and looks equally unhappy this time. Bowtell looked like a small track rider on Sunday, and was prepared to give it a go, despite going into the corner a bit tight and too early. He will learn how to ride Brough, and I think be a decent rider at the end of the season. Edited July 4, 2017 by Tsunami 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ruffdiamond 6,115 Posted July 4, 2017 (edited) Revolving door policy? 'Last in, first oot' Edited July 4, 2017 by ruffdiamond Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mad Max 216 Posted July 4, 2017 No, just answering problems that others point out, and a club responding to it. Others clubs sometimes don't, but nice to see we our doing it. Dan didn't look comfortable the last time he rode for us and looks equally unhappy this time. Bowtell looked like a small track rider on Sunday, and was prepared to give it a go, despite going into the corner a bit tight and too early. He will learn how to ride Brough, and I think be a decent rider at the end of the season. Really does beg the question why we turned to him in the first place !! panic knee jerk reaction me thinks. Have to say, a lot happier with this choice, but don't expect an immediate world beater! If he gets his two points that will do for a starter. Who owns him? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Big Diamond 51 Posted July 4, 2017 Great news well done to the promotion for getting Bowtell sorted quick one of the best 2 pointer performances at Brough Park this season, and still didn't get the points he deserved paid 7/9 if not for bad luck and inexperience. Even if he struggles least its somebody new who will learn from experience Greenwood was not or even looked like he would. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites