Falcon1983 557 Posted January 23, 2020 1 hour ago, False dawn said: And Martin speaks so highly of you I would hope so Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arch Stanton 2,232 Posted January 24, 2020 (edited) I see in the Speedway Star Ritchie Hawkins under the title “Witches’ search”, says we have “plenty of points to play with” in the search for the last rider and hopefully get something sorted in the next couple of weeks after admitting it’s been difficult getting a top rider in. So we actually HAVE, signed and announced 6 riders without having a scooby who the last rider is! That’s staggering Edited January 24, 2020 by Arch Stanton Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 24, 2020 Not so staggering,,, didn't the same happen last season,,before the panthers gave us a rider 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waytogo28 2,054 Posted January 24, 2020 12 hours ago, Spl77 said: I think it's because like last winter people are struggling to come up with someone that not only fits but who wants to do it. Likely to be a short, shortlist then if you are still looking for someone of proven quality who wants to do it.. . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bash 496 Posted January 24, 2020 Maybe Swindon will give us a rider this year. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2ndbendbeerhut 1,781 Posted January 24, 2020 9 hours ago, Arch Stanton said: I see in the Speedway Star Ritchie Hawkins under the title “Witches’ search”, says we have “plenty of points to play with” in the search for the last rider and hopefully get something sorted in the next couple of weeks after admitting it’s been difficult getting a top rider in. So we actually HAVE, signed and announced 6 riders without having a scooby who the last rider is! That’s staggering Plenty of points..... hmmmm but not enough for a top no1 new to the league is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 24, 2020 It's a bit of a worry that a new tream can attract pedo, and we can't attract anyone. One of the main reasons I wanted to stay in the lower division, where we could attract riders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spl77 337 Posted January 24, 2020 The master of tactics is in charge don't worry its sorted.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 24, 2020 It may be sorted,,, but certainly no master of tactics,,,, far far from it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Falcon1983 557 Posted January 24, 2020 Maybe the worry is more for Sheffield because Louis mentioned about the cost of bringing Pedersen to Sheffield... maybe they might go bust offering Nicki too much wonga or he leaves when they can't afford to pay him, don't buy into them being able to get him because of sponsorship, Witches sponsorship is spread among the team as a whole as probably with most sides unless of course Sheffield have an individual sponsor just for Pedersen. If I were at Ipswich right now, i'd be letting Ayres go now and spreading those points across the board Ipswich Witches 1. Nicolai Klindt 7.43 2. Cameron Heeps 6.30 3. Jake Allen 5.56 4. Eddie Kennett 5.53 5. Danny King 6.65* 6. Nico Covatti 5.27 7. Scott Nicholls 5.36 Then before the play-offs or before this transfer window goes... you're most like to get a Musielak or Bjerre to committ to the last 25-40% of meetings and changes can be made... So perhaps Nicholls/Kennett in now and then replace with Bjerre/Ayres at the crunch time of the season Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,243 Posted January 24, 2020 (edited) Trouble is Bjerre will be snapped up before that. And I think Sheffield sponsor paying towards pedo wages. And let's be honest,,,, Sheffield will have more bums on seats because of pedo,,,, it will sort of pay for itself. Speculate to accumulate Edited January 24, 2020 by Baldyman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Third Man 2,211 Posted January 24, 2020 20 minutes ago, Falcon1983 said: Maybe the worry is more for Sheffield because Louis mentioned about the cost of bringing Pedersen to Sheffield... maybe they might go bust offering Nicki too much wonga or he leaves when they can't afford to pay him, don't buy into them being able to get him because of sponsorship, Witches sponsorship is spread among the team as a whole as probably with most sides unless of course Sheffield have an individual sponsor just for Pedersen. According to Nikki last night, he isn't being paid a fortune, and I believe the Sheffield promoters have the financial knowledge not to put Sheffield Speedway in that situation either. Perhaps some sour grapes from Louis because with the same sponsor Sheffield have got Nikki and Ipswich haven't Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arch Stanton 2,232 Posted January 24, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, 2ndbendbeerhut said: Plenty of points..... hmmmm but not enough for a top no1 new to the league is it? Exactly. If you must do it this way, at least leave 8 minimum otherwise you’ve reduced your options from the off! I think it’s mad announcing 6 riders without a 7th signed I really do. Announce 5 fair enough, at least that gives you a little wiggle room with 2 spaces left. If we can only manage to find a 6 pointer then we’re as bad as Wolves and will have built nearly 2 points under the limit. Seems a complete balls up. Edited January 24, 2020 by Arch Stanton Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gazzac 1,007 Posted January 24, 2020 16 minutes ago, Arch Stanton said: Exactly. If you must do it this way, at least leave 8 minimum otherwise you’ve reduced your options from the off! I think it’s mad announcing 6 riders without a 7th signed I really do. Announce 5 fair enough, at least that gives you a little wiggle room with 2 spaces left. If we can only manage to find a 6 pointer then we’re as bad as Wolves and will have built nearly 2 points under the limit. Seems a complete balls up. Worse than Wolves really, at least there's an inkling of looking at long term building with their team this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Irving 381 Posted January 24, 2020 (edited) Having read the article myself, I’d agree with others here rather than Chris Louis. There can be no doubt what Hawkins is saying and being quoted as saying. Only other explanation is Louis and Hawkins are not communicating and Hawkins is in the dark as much as the fans.. Edited January 24, 2020 by Steve Irving 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites