scoobydoo 2,254 Posted January 18, 2018 What if the ones seeking to get the rule changed is those riders actually affected by the rule. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Argos 262 Posted January 18, 2018 Out of interest were the Peterborough Promoters in attendance at the AGM ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
comet49 314 Posted January 18, 2018 Rules..have the starting rules actually changed yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New era Panthers 2,055 Posted January 19, 2018 2 hours ago, Argos said: Out of interest were the Peterborough Promoters in attendance at the AGM ? No they were not permitted Ged was under suspension and Trevor Swales retired at the end of 2017 season. No information was received by the promotion from the BSPA AGM for well over week and any news of decisions made, the only way of finding out was through social media. So Peterborough were behind those that attended meeting on the outcome of the meeting, but that should not be used as an excuse why they are behind with team building. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted January 19, 2018 7 hours ago, New era Panthers said: No they were not permitted Ged was under suspension and Trevor Swales retired at the end of 2017 season. No information was received by the promotion from the BSPA AGM for well over week and any news of decisions made, the only way of finding out was through social media. So Peterborough were behind those that attended meeting on the outcome of the meeting, but that should not be used as an excuse why they are behind with team building. Trevor could have attended if the will was there, as he would still have been an active promoter. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
89buttons 751 Posted January 19, 2018 It’s all very well claiming at Peterborough we’re behind this that and the other but lakeside tried to sign nicholls and kennett months ago, were told sorry they’re not eligible for championship racing this (something I think is unjust and ridiculous I might add) but rather than sulk and get to nearly February without an alternative they said right what are we going to do then that’s messed our plans up.....put their heads together and signed Lawson/morris, similarly Lawson was going to Sheffield until this happened - Sheffield aren’t still sitting here saying we should be allowed so sign scotty or lakeside should have been so we can have Lawson - plans changed they were proactive got on the phone to lasse and brought him back i genuinely think it’s ridiculous that kennett and scotty and maybe Hans (although don’t know if he really would’ve dropped down) have been blocked, seems a pointless rule harshly affecting very few riders and achieving nothing, but it’s not like they’re not allowed to sign for just one club....it was the same for everyone, it’s equally unfair to move the goalposts 3 months later to benefit a couple of teams when everyone else has built their teams within the parameters set out. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted January 19, 2018 8 hours ago, New era Panthers said: No they were not permitted Ged was under suspension and Trevor Swales retired at the end of 2017 season. No information was received by the promotion from the BSPA AGM for well over week and any news of decisions made, the only way of finding out was through social media. So Peterborough were behind those that attended meeting on the outcome of the meeting, but that should not be used as an excuse why they are behind with team building. workington did not attend the meeting either , yet they have completed their team . maybe peterborough should join the new ish thing thats doing the rounds , its called communication to the out side world . oh and the even newer interweb thingy . no excuses for ignorance ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) It's pretty obvious the panthers are waiting for the rule change to be made official and then they can announce Scott and an other. The whole thing is yet another total farce.......perfect for speedway. Edited January 19, 2018 by Baldyman 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted January 19, 2018 i dont understand why peterborough are waiting for a rule change . its done them no good having great riders in the team , you have to cut your cloth to suit how fat you are . . one man cant win a team event , (apart from the 4s) home advantage an all that ..the governing body needs to make the rules (like they did) AND STICK TO THEM . HOW HARD CAN IT B ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taylorj 1,000 Posted January 19, 2018 4 hours ago, 89buttons said: It’s all very well claiming at Peterborough we’re behind this that and the other but lakeside tried to sign nicholls and kennett months ago, were told sorry they’re not eligible for championship racing this (something I think is unjust and ridiculous I might add) but rather than sulk and get to nearly February without an alternative they said right what are we going to do then that’s messed our plans up.....put their heads together and signed Lawson/morris, similarly Lawson was going to Sheffield until this happened - Sheffield aren’t still sitting here saying we should be allowed so sign scotty or lakeside should have been so we can have Lawson - plans changed they were proactive got on the phone to lasse and brought him back i genuinely think it’s ridiculous that kennett and scotty and maybe Hans (although don’t know if he really would’ve dropped down) have been blocked, seems a pointless rule harshly affecting very few riders and achieving nothing, but it’s not like they’re not allowed to sign for just one club....it was the same for everyone, it’s equally unfair to move the goalposts 3 months later to benefit a couple of teams when everyone else has built their teams within the parameters set out. Well said 89buttons, I totally agree , why should the rule change now to benefit certain teams!! If Lakeside were told it was a no go why they bloody hell should the rule be reversed now, its a farce !! I agree they shouldn't have been blocked in the first place but that shouldn't change now , it will depend how well you are in with the so called BSPA committee , if it benefits them and their teams it will happen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 19, 2018 I don't think those that makes the rules have the plums big enough to say no the rules are staying as they are. We shall find out in very soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
proud panther 1,505 Posted January 19, 2018 Hope Kennett & Nichols are riding in the Championship next season, because on their day, they are very entertaining. If it's not Panthers, I will still enjoy them when they ride at our track. It will also make teams more even, which should provide a close league. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IronScorpion 1,407 Posted January 19, 2018 Most teams have built their teams as the rules are now so ALL teams should abide by them. IF they decide to change the rule to allow 6+ PL riders in, then changes CAN be made AFTER the season has started & after the rider to be changed has ridden a certain number of meetings of after a set date. That way, it is fair for all clubs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tsunami 10,219 Posted January 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Baldyman said: I don't think those that makes the rules have the plums big enough to say no the rules are staying as they are. We shall find out in very soon. Certainly will, next Tuesday I Hear. Neither promotion was at the AGM for different reasons, so it can be argued the rest voted for something without realising they were chucking top British talent on the scrap heap and leaving teams understrength with no genuine no 1. U turns are all the rage in politics so why not BSPA. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenga 2,998 Posted January 19, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, proud panther said: Hope Kennett & Nichols are riding in the Championship next season, because on their day, they are very entertaining. If it's not Panthers, I will still enjoy them when they ride at our track. It will also make teams more even, which should provide a close league. so just how do they/you determine the top league from the 2nd tier league in speedway when all the riders are the same in both leagues ? and then there is a small matter of scott being a presenter on B.T. sports when the G.P.s are on and him being in the team in the championship on a Saturday night cant use r/r for a rider presenting speedway on the box , can you ? workington will be moving their race night when cookie rides in 2018 so it will not have any issues with fans wating to stop at home and watch one of Cumbrias finest . AHH , Scott Nicholls , the man that wont ride in the cold . bless . Edited January 19, 2018 by jenga Share this post Link to post Share on other sites