Speedway28 171 Posted September 13, 2018 3 minutes ago, JamesB said: Who knows what 2019 is going to look like but if we work on 'as is' Louis has some hard decisions ahead: King - season destroyed by injury. It would be harsh to not give the skipper another year. Schlein - if the the track is good, probably one of the top three in the league, but....... Alternatively, Nicholls is still a class act at this level and Lawson is always very good at Foxhall. Depending on their availability and Louis' appetite to be revolutionary, you can make a case for one or even both of them. Covatti - I know we all love his all action style but the harsh reality is that he generally struggles to gate and is just too inconsistent to be a third heat leader. Heeps - another one who really struggles to gate. Seems to always struggle in the first half of the season, then picks up. Clearly has ability and as a second string maybe but absolutely marginal. Riss - apart from a couple of decent early meetings has been a disappointment. Based on the last month or so, i don't see how you can bring him back. Garcia - I was really sceptical but the lad has been great. Bizarrely, and speedway is the only sport I can think of where you would say this but has he done too well. My guess is he will end up about 5.5 Kemp - a no brainer, the lad is special. Would be amazed if Louis doesn't a huge change up over the close season. Garcia has been great, I doubted him personally but he's done fantastically. However, I think at 5.5 he may have ridden himself out of the side. Riss seems to have completely lost it recently, if he can rediscover his form he's worth a shout next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ColinMills 1,728 Posted September 13, 2018 5 minutes ago, JamesB said: Who knows what 2019 is going to look like but if we work on 'as is' Louis has some hard decisions ahead: King - season destroyed by injury. It would be harsh to not give the skipper another year. Schlein - if the the track is good, probably one of the top three in the league, but....... Alternatively, Nicholls is still a class act at this level and Lawson is always very good at Foxhall. Depending on their availability and Louis' appetite to be revolutionary, you can make a case for one or even both of them. Covatti - I know we all love his all action style but the harsh reality is that he generally struggles to gate and is just too inconsistent to be a third heat leader. Heeps - another one who really struggles to gate. Seems to always struggle in the first half of the season, then picks up. Clearly has ability and as a second string maybe but absolutely marginal. Riss - apart from a couple of decent early meetings has been a disappointment. Based on the last month or so, i don't see how you can bring him back. Garcia - I was really sceptical but the lad has been great. Bizarrely, and speedway is the only sport I can think of where you would say this but has he done too well. My guess is he will end up about 5.5 Kemp - a no brainer, the lad is special. a golden john berry move in 1981 ...but that wont happen.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pob 545 Posted September 13, 2018 21 minutes ago, JamesB said: Who knows what 2019 is going to look like but if we work on 'as is' Louis has some hard decisions ahead: King - season destroyed by injury. It would be harsh to not give the skipper another year. Schlein - if the the track is good, probably one of the top three in the league, but....... Alternatively, Nicholls is still a class act at this level and Lawson is always very good at Foxhall. Depending on their availability and Louis' appetite to be revolutionary, you can make a case for one or even both of them. Covatti - I know we all love his all action style but the harsh reality is that he generally struggles to gate and is just too inconsistent to be a third heat leader. Heeps - another one who really struggles to gate. Seems to always struggle in the first half of the season, then picks up. Clearly has ability and as a second string maybe but absolutely marginal. Riss - apart from a couple of decent early meetings has been a disappointment. Based on the last month or so, i don't see how you can bring him back. Garcia - I was really sceptical but the lad has been great. Bizarrely, and speedway is the only sport I can think of where you would say this but has he done too well. My guess is he will end up about 5.5 Kemp - a no brainer, the lad is special. King - will he ever fully recover ? I hope so but got to be worried . Rory - my feeling is I don't think he will be back Nico - sorry but time to move on Cam - another who has not performed time to go . Mark - can see why Edinburgh let him go couple of good meetings but otherwise disappointing. Coty - thumbs up from me but worried his average is creeping up now . Drew - one of speedways hottest young prospects got to be here disappointing if he's not but I'm sure everyone will want him . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted September 14, 2018 Kemp yes and Coty yes, although he has done so well he may find himself without a job. The rest can seek employment elsewhere. New blood is needed in the team. I'm guessing the rules may change next year to stop us using Kemp on a 2. The biggest change that's needed though is on track action, it's very sparse these days. Even the massif were very subdued last night having to sit through an hour and half of not much going on. Hopefully some fresh new ideas will be forthcoming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyTanker 75 Posted September 14, 2018 I was sitting by the MASSIF and they were extremely quiet, even when Kevin went over to them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2ndbendbeerhut 1,781 Posted September 14, 2018 Well along the same lines of the trackman..... It's our Horns and we will blow them when we want. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted September 14, 2018 Maybe they should try and blow them better Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,693 Posted September 14, 2018 3 hours ago, Thecatalyst said: I was sitting by the MASSIF and they were extremely quiet, even when Kevin went over to them. A complete silence had been planned for the Berwick meeting in response to comments about being 'real supporters' 'doing better ourselves' 'what would you know' etc This was largely observed last night instead Apologies to Kevin who probably wasnt expecting such little reaction when he came over. Handled a difficult situation re that and the track prep grumbles with great professionalism (as ever) The Massif was and is about trying to generate atmosphere and positivity and building a connection between fans and club This has generally been the case but has certainly taken a knock. I hope it doesnt just fade away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2ndbendbeerhut 1,781 Posted September 14, 2018 Will certainly be quiet on Saturday.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Irving 388 Posted September 14, 2018 1 hour ago, dontforgetthefueltapsbruv said: A complete silence had been planned for the Berwick meeting in response to comments about being 'real supporters' 'doing better ourselves' 'what would you know' etc This was largely observed last night instead Apologies to Kevin who probably wasnt expecting such little reaction when he came over. Handled a difficult situation re that and the track prep grumbles with great professionalism (as ever) The Massif was and is about trying to generate atmosphere and positivity and building a connection between fans and club This has generally been the case but has certainly taken a knock. I hope it doesnt just fade away I’ve seen reference to these “real supporters/what would you know etc” comments a few times. I’m assuming they were made from someone authoritative at the club to fans on social media? If so who made them? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spl77 337 Posted September 27, 2018 Looks like 2019 is going to be a massive year for Ipswich and the sport in general. Ipswich need to get the team right the amount of home meetings right and perhaps more importantly the track surface right. The BSPA need to come up with something revolutionary otherwise as a long standing supporter said to me neither club or sport will be around in 5 years. Roll on the AGM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TommyTanker 75 Posted September 27, 2018 How long it lasts depends on how much longer the oldies live for. I know that's pretty blunt, but it's true. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
szkocjasid 2,972 Posted October 1, 2018 On 9/14/2018 at 7:35 AM, Baldyman said: Kemp yes and Coty yes, although he has done so well he may find himself without a job. The rest can seek employment elsewhere. New blood is needed in the team. I'm guessing the rules may change next year to stop us using Kemp on a 2. The biggest change that's needed though is on track action, it's very sparse these days. Even the massif were very subdued last night having to sit through an hour and half of not much going on. Hopefully some fresh new ideas will be forthcoming. Garcia's averaged has finished on 4.47, seems good value on that! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
szkocjasid 2,972 Posted October 1, 2018 Using this years rules: Danny King 8.90 Ricky Wells 8.40 Scott Nicholls 8.35 Nico Covatti 6.56 Coty Garcia 4.47 Danyon Hume 3.79 Drew Kemp 2.00 Total 42.47 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,693 Posted October 1, 2018 1 hour ago, szkocjasid said: Using this years rules: Danny King 8.90 Ricky Wells 8.40 Scott Nicholls 8.35 Nico Covatti 6.56 Coty Garcia 4.47 Danyon Hume 3.79 Drew Kemp 2.00 Total 42.47 Just a shame that 1) It wont be this years rules 2) At least 2 of those have longer term injury concerns 3) At least 1 is very happy being elsewhere 4) Another is the most sought after 2 pointer that EVERY TEAM would live to poach 5) A multitutude of other ifs and buts too long to list any further Apart from the above - spot on! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites