Sings4Speedway 3,223 Posted September 4, 2017 Worrying times really as flicking through the tables i would say 50% of the teams per league have question marks hanging over the regarding their participation next year for various reasons and that is ignoring those teams who may compete but at a different level. Obviously i am keeping my fingers crossed but it will be an uncomfortable winter for many. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bostonian 188 Posted September 7, 2017 (edited) Taking into account owners/leagues and general knowledge of each team, looking at new season - Premiership Swindon - Stadium under threat? Should be a Starter Wolves - Banker, Starter Belle Vue - New promotion, Starter Poole - Banker, Starter Rye House - Under good promotion, Starter Somerset - Solid club, Starter Kings Lynn - Big announcement next week, Possible Championship/Non Starter? Leicester - Promotion/Relegation possible? Is that still happening? Starter Championship Sheffield - Under good promotion team, Starter Glasgow - Under good promotion team, Starter Ipswich - Solid promotion team and sponsors, Starter Edinburgh - Solid promotion team, Starter Redcar - New'ish promoters, Starter Newcastle - Didn't they sign a new lease for the stadium for another 5 years last season? Starter Peterborough - If Ged is still happy to carry on, Starter Workington - Sounds worrying, Possible Non-Starter Scunthorpe - Again sounds worrying, attendances the issue? Possible Non-Starter Berwick - New promotion team, Starter By that, I'm guessing 3-4 teams are not guaranteed for next season... Worrying to see. I'm sure they'll be plenty of twists and turns over the winter, and some of these may be in better/worse state than made aware of, but thought I'd give my opinion on it for what it's worth. I do hope that this winter is positive and a proper plan can be set out by the BSPA for the next few seasons. Regular race nights that suit each club, a system to in-cooperate DU riders, a suitable rule for guests and a proper marketing plan to move Speedway into the 21st century. (I know, shoot my down, I'm hoping for miracles here!) Edited September 7, 2017 by Bostonian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
teaboy279 1,038 Posted September 7, 2017 If they are going one leagues some of the bigger national league clubs may figure, Cook has recently stated that lakeside will look to move back up. I imagine Kent and Eastbourne possibly interested and able to step up too. With Horton implying bees may ride NL at a track share and the possibility of a Sprockets side too. But I think all the runners at NL will be tracking teams again in 2018. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smiles 7 Posted September 8, 2017 If one big leauge and then the conference leauge teams, the top flight should be a maximun of 18(16 would be better(but 18 teams in top 2 divisions this season)) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted September 8, 2017 If one big leauge and then the conference leauge teams, the top flight should be a maximun of 18(16 would be better(but 18 teams in top 2 divisions this season)) Don't say that. The Promoters will wreck the Championship if they do that. That may not bother you - but it would certainly bother Championship Supporters who are, by and large, fed up with the Premiership/Elite being kept going at our expense. I doubt the National League would be that happy either. Remember, Speedway, is as much as anything, about Supporters as well as Riders and Promoters and I believe it is a two way thing. Without the Riders and Promoters Speedway would not exist - but also without Supporters it would, in all probability, not exist either. What I am saying is that Supporters, (those who pay for the Sport) need to be considered too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hacksaw Jim Duggan 199 Posted September 8, 2017 Don't say that. The Promoters will wreck the Championship if they do that. That may not bother you - but it would certainly bother Championship Supporters who are, by and large, fed up with the Premiership/Elite being kept going at our expense. I doubt the National League would be that happy either. Remember, Speedway, is as much as anything, about Supporters as well as Riders and Promoters and I believe it is a two way thing. Without the Riders and Promoters Speedway would not exist - but also without Supporters it would, in all probability, not exist either. What I am saying is that Supporters, (those who pay for the Sport) need to be considered too. So on that premise can you understand why no one would take your views over the Double Points rule seriously? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted September 8, 2017 So on that premise can you understand why no one would take your views over the Double Points rule seriously? Yes - I can actually see where some might say, he doesn't attend so what has any of this to do with him.. However, as a prospective and concerned Customer/Supporter - who would definitely return to the Sport - if Double Points was dropped, I am entitled to my views. You do not have to agree with me, that is your prerogative, but I have my views and will express them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hacksaw Jim Duggan 199 Posted September 8, 2017 Yes - I can actually see where some might say, he doesn't attend so what has any of this to do with him.. However, as a prospective and concerned Customer/Supporter - who would definitely return to the Sport - if Double Points was dropped, I am entitled to my views. You do not have to agree with me, that is your prerogative, but I have my views and will express them. But by your own definition they aren’t really credible, that’s fair. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The White Knight 9,039 Posted September 8, 2017 But by your own definition they aren’t really credible, that’s fair. They are not - hence my none attendance. I am trying to make a principled stand - you and others think I am wrong - that's fine, I respect your view. I just ask you to respect mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites