SlicktrackSandy 68 Posted November 18, 2021 5 hours ago, ScottyJ said: Leicester fan here, Are guys gutted or not bothered about Richie leaving for the lions? Just popped on here to see the latest. Personally not overly surprised to see RW jump ship and head back to ride for the celebrated master tactician in Lion country. Of our top four I did feel that he was probably the likeliest to leave and indeed was only included on one of my '22 team sheets for that reason. Have to add that this is one of my very few predictions so far that have come to pass. Sadly, from what I have read on here, the circumstances of his departure appear to have been "unfortunate"- which is always a useful euphemism to use in these kind of situations. Am sure that our trusty management duo will now have things well in hand to provide the Monarchs faithful with a competitive and exciting team for 2022 - with possibly at least one unexpected surprise ( they usually do ). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dekker 239 Posted November 18, 2021 Did well for Edinburgh who were probably worst affected by the farce that was rising stars, yet Monarchs still made the play offs and cup final. It's probably a boon to the team allowing a more balanced line up this time around. Dunno where the Cook dreams are coming from & i would be surprised if the Norwegian comes over as his stock has fallen in the 2 years since he was signed. Be interesting to see which improvers Edinburgh can sign - unearth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Endeavour 675 Posted November 18, 2021 2 hours ago, SlicktrackSandy said: Just popped on here to see the latest. Personally not overly surprised to see RW jump ship and head back to ride for the celebrated master tactician in Lion country. Of our top four I did feel that he was probably the likeliest to leave and indeed was only included on one of my '22 team sheets for that reason. Have to add that this is one of my very few predictions so far that have come to pass. Sadly, from what I have read on here, the circumstances of his departure appear to have been "unfortunate"- which is always a useful euphemism to use in these kind of situations. Am sure that our trusty management duo will now have things well in hand to provide the Monarchs faithful with a competitive and exciting team for 2022 - with possibly at least one unexpected surprise ( they usually do ). Feel they can’t afford to gamble too much on more than 1 untried rider in the UK. Does Mark Riss still ride? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gazc 6,976 Posted November 18, 2021 11 minutes ago, Endeavour said: Feel they can’t afford to gamble too much on more than 1 untried rider in the UK. Does Mark Riss still ride? Probably need to ask his wife that question bit personal right enough. Sorry couldn’t resist Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xvcjk 79 Posted November 18, 2021 6 hours ago, Dekker said:i would be surprised if the Norwegian comes over as his stock has fallen in the 2 years since he was signed. I watched him at Ashfield in the GP qualifier, he rode well, was just lacking a bit of pace. Think he would be a gamble on a 5.00 though. Maybe tap into the Aussies again for a 4 pointer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanAndersen 818 Posted November 20, 2021 Not even a crumb of news. I’m getting impatient. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisa-colette 5,993 Posted November 20, 2021 13 minutes ago, JanAndersen said: Not even a crumb of news. I’m getting impatient. Join the club! Or clubs lol. Is it only Poole, Edinburgh and Glasgow who haven't announced anyone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mac101 1,176 Posted November 20, 2021 19 minutes ago, JanAndersen said: Not even a crumb of news. I’m getting impatient. heard good news that there’s a offer in for the stadium to be bought and kept as a speedway venue 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xvcjk 79 Posted November 20, 2021 16 minutes ago, lisa-colette said: Join the club! Or clubs lol. Is it only Poole, Edinburgh and Glasgow who haven't announced anyone? All 3 have riders signed up. One of the ones we hoped to bring back is Dorset bound next season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanAndersen 818 Posted November 20, 2021 26 minutes ago, mac101 said: heard good news that there’s a offer in for the stadium to be bought and kept as a speedway venue Armadale? That would be good news Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanAndersen 818 Posted November 20, 2021 18 minutes ago, Edin03 said: All 3 have riders signed up. One of the ones we hoped to bring back is Dorset bound next season. Assume that’s Kemp. Will be gutted if it’s Pickering! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr Blobby 2,623 Posted November 20, 2021 1 minute ago, JanAndersen said: Assume that’s Kemp. Will be gutted if it’s Pickering! Kemp will be in Dorset next season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JanAndersen 818 Posted November 20, 2021 25 minutes ago, Mr Blobby said: Kemp will be in Dorset next season. His loss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jaizer 2,798 Posted November 20, 2021 24 minutes ago, JanAndersen said: His loss It's the age old problem we both always have of trying to get southern based riders to sign. Happy to do half a season but not keen on a full one. Even in the "money men" era only Starkey managed it for more than 1 season Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SharpenRake 1,479 Posted November 20, 2021 55 minutes ago, Mr Blobby said: Kemp will be in Dorset next season. Might explain his haphazard scoring at the end of the season. Score enough to earn a wage yet keep his average attractive to teams closer to home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites