fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 2, 2011 ** Stop the Press ** RMC Rider Updates... Cameron Woodward - Australia. The Eastbourne Eagles Captain & Aussie international Cameron Woodward has this week confirmed his place in 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic line up. Cameron is one of the top performers in the tough British Elite league and will be coming to Pinjar on some very good form. Cam this year has branched out into long track racing in and around Europe and has taken to it like a ''duck to water''. Don't be fooled as there's a huge difference between 800 metre tracks and Pinjar's tiny 142 ring but this guy is a class act and will rip it apart when he turns it on. Cam also rides in hugely popular Polish speedway league and is regarded by many as one of the fittest riders going around today. This mild mannered Victorian is not coming to Perth for a rest, he's on a mission. As previously mentioned Cam will join the events first official signing for the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic is last years runner up and Pinjar Park favourite, Victoria's Tyron ''Wild Thing'' Proctor. The Wolverhampton & Australian international missed out by half a wheel to Sweden's Freddie Lindgren in the final at last season inaugural event. One punter quoted after the meeting that: Proctor rode Pinjar like he owned it, after the super fast Victorian roared into the final with some spectacular riding during the heats. The club are absolutely delighted with their signings & the riders commitment shown toward this prestigious event, roll on December 3... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 10, 2011 (edited) News just in... Nick Morris - Australia One of the biggest success stories to come out of the UK this year has been the revelation of young North Queensland wizz kid Nick Morris. At the tender age of 17 Nick has taken no prisoners in his march up the British league rankings in season 2011. Nick rides for the legendary Glasgow Tigers in the British Premier League and this year has also doubled up at the reserve position with the all powerful Coventry Bee's in the Elite League. Nick was a high priority target for the SMCWA promotion team and the club were absolutely delighted when Nick confirmed his spot earlier today for the biggest bike show in Perth this summer. I had the pleasure a couple of months back to see Nick ride first hand at Eastbourne in the UK, Nick was really on the gas and gave a gusty display around one of the trickiest tracks in England. It was after that meeting i knew Nick was someone we required to fill one of the international positions for the Woffy Classic said SMCWA Promotions officer Brad Muller... This young racer won't be intimated by the bigger names and has shown a real liking for the smaller tracks throughout England. A very compact and stylish racer with an absolute bucketful of talent that will thrill the Pinjar terraces. Make no mistake Nick Morris is the real deal and is a name to remember in international speedway for many years to come. Nick's in with a big chance of a podium position at the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic. The SMCWA are delighted to have Nick's commitment to the event and we look forward to seeing Nick in action come December 3rd... Edited October 10, 2011 by fullockracingwa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 20, 2011 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic Rider Update. Simon Stead - England. One of the most gifted & professional speedway riders in the world today, England's Simon Stead is the latest 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic signing. Simon is no stranger to Pinjar Park and this year is coming to Perth fully charged for a big finish in this prestigious event. Its been quoted by former top cameraman Mike Patrick that Stead is the most spectacular rider in the world and will give the Pinjar fans a warm fuzzy feeling when he turns on the throttle. So committed to this big event, Simon is bringing out to Perth his best equipment to get the job done and has prepared a engine especially for the tight Pinjar ring. Having Stead and Proctor on the gas together again will be a ''absolute show stopper'' and a camera mans dream. Simon is a former 3 time British U21 Champion, Elite League Pairs Champion, raced at the 2006 British Speedway GP and represented Great Britain at World Team Cup level several times. Simon is now in his 3rd season at Swindon, he is also the current Captain of this legendary club in the super tough British Elite League. Simon also competes in Poland & Sweden. The SMCWA are delighted Simon can once again compete at Pinjar Park for the biggest bike night in Perth this summer. Riders committed to the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic so far-Simon Stead (Eng), Ty Proctor (Aust), Cam Woodward (Aust), Nick Morris (Aust), Joe Jacobs (Eng) Rasmus Jensen (Dnk). More names to follow in the next coming weeks. Again the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic will have a true international flavour with riders from Great Britain, Denmark, Sweden and Australia which all add's up to being one hell of a event. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 24, 2011 The most talked about meeting from last years Aussie summer was without a doubt the Rob Woffinden Classic and the 2011 version will be no different. An all star line up is being assembled to pay homage to the great man. Tell your friends, tell your families, tell everyone, this will lift the lid on Pinjar Park. Saturday, Dec 3rd. Some of the most spectacular riders in the world today are heading to Perth, one show ONLY !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 26, 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic rider update ** Nicolai Klindt ** Nicolai Klindt - Denmark. The 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic received another massive boost with confirmation Danish international Nicolai Klindt has agreed to terms and will make his first time trip to Australia for the December 3 event. Nicolai who rides for the famous Swindon Robins in the British Elite League was another priority signing for the Speedway Motorcycle Club of WA and has delighted the promotion team with his enthusiasm toward this meeting. Nicolai is a super smooth racer and comes to Perth with a wealth of experience on the international stage. A regular competitor in Poland and Sweden Nicolai is another rider coming to Pinjar to take home some silverware in what promises to be the biggest bike night of the WA speedway summer. As stated this is Nicolai's first trip ''down under'' which makes it even more exciting for the young Dane and gives Perth speedway fans a first hand look at one of the best young Danish riders in the world today. Nicolai shares strong ties with adopted Sandgroper Tai Woffinden from their time spent together at the Wolverhampton Wolves and will be well informed on the task ahead as he takes on the Pinjar ring ! International riders committed to the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic so far - Nicolai Klindt (Dnk), Simon Stead (Eng), Ty Proctor (Aust), Cam Woodward (Aust), Nick Morris (Aust), Joe Jacobs (Eng) Rasmus Jensen (Dnk). More names to follow in the next coming weeks. Again the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic will have a true international flavour with riders from Great Britain, Denmark and Australia which all adds up to being one hell of a event. Regards, Brad Muller Media Liasion SMCWA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted October 30, 2011 ** STOP the PRESS ** 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic Rider Update.. Massive news, ''Bigger than Texas'', for one night only the most talked about rider in the world today is coming to Pinjar Park ! Darcy Ward - Australia. The Speedway Motorcycle Club WA are absolutely delighted that arguably one of the hottest prospects in world speedway the two-time world U21 champion Darcy Ward has confirmed his spot in the blue ribbon event of the year, the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic. This is without a doubt a massive coup for the club, the event and the speedway public with Darcy being the final piece in the international rider jigsaw for this exciting event. Darcy rides for the Poole Pirates in the British Elite League, Gdansk in the Polish 1st division and the Lejonen club in Sweden as well as being a former 3 time Australian U21 champion, not bad to have all that on your CV !! Last seasons Australian Championship runner up needs no introduction as the kid is pure class and total excitement on two wheels. Perth speedway fans are in for absolute treat, you haven't seen fast at Pinjar until you've seen Darcy ''get on it''. Riders of this young mans calibre just don't come to Perth everyday of the week so this is your one chance to see a dual world champion take on a star studded line up at Pinjar Park come December 3. International riders committed to the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic are -Darcy Ward (Aust), Nicolai Klindt (Denmark), Simon Stead (England), Ty Proctor (Aust), Cam Woodward (Aust), Nick Morris (Aust), Joe Jacobs (England) Rasmus Jensen (Denmark) plus Perth teenage solo sensation and first year British National league rider Cameron Heeps plus the '' Best of the West''... Regards, Brad Muller Media Liasion SMCWA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted November 3, 2011 16 year old Pinjar Park product Cameron Heeps has just returned home after his first full time season of racing in Engalnd, and what a season it was !! WA's most decorated junior speedway rider finished his junior career on a winning high last year with a 3rd placing in the Australian U16 Championships and a record 5th WA U16 title to his credit. Cam was recruited in the 2010 off season by the Mildenhal Fen Tigers promotion and after ''cutting through'' some red tape at the beginning of the season Cam got his opportunity to silence the critics. Scored points at an amazing rate, almost completely dominated when ever he rode either at home or away throughout the National League season. Finished his first season in England with a great win in the Bernie Klatt Memorial Trophy (Individual Meeting) and wearing the #1 race jacket for Mildenhal. Cam has just singed of the famous Ipswich Witches in the hard fought British Premier League and looks certain to have a bright future in speedway. Cam will be looking for some big scalps in his first season at home on a 500, he defiantly wont be concerned by name or experience and will be keen to show why he's been labelled one of the most exciting and talented young riders in England today. Regards, Brad Muller Media Liaison SMCWA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted November 16, 2011 16 year old Pinjar Park product Cameron Heeps has just returned home after his first full time season of racing in Engalnd, and what a season it was !! WA's most decorated junior speedway rider finished his junior career on a winning high last year with a 3rd placing in the Australian U16 Championships and a record 5th WA U16 title to his credit. Cam was recruited in the 2010 off season by the Mildenhal Fen Tigers promotion and after ''cutting through'' some red tape at the beginning of the season Cam got his opportunity to silence the critics. Scored points at an amazing rate, almost completely dominated when ever he rode either at home or away throughout the National League season. Finished his first season in England with a great win in the Bernie Klatt Memorial Trophy (Individual Meeting) and wearing the #1 race jacket for Mildenhal. Cam has just singed of the famous Ipswich Witches in the hard fought British Premier League and looks certain to have a bright future in speedway. Cam will be looking for some big scalps in his first season at home on a 500, he defiantly wont be concerned by name or experience and will be keen to show why he's been labelled one of the most exciting and talented young riders in England today. Regards, Brad Muller Media Liaison SMCWA Last years runner up and Pinjar favourite, Victoria's Tyron ''Wild Thing'' Proctor has just flown back into Aussie and is looking to go one better in 2011. The Wolverhampton & Australian international missed out by half a wheel to Sweden's Freddie Lindgren in the final at last season inaugural event. One punter quoted after the meeting that: Proctor rode Pinjar like he owned it, after the super fast Victorian roared into the final with some spectacular riding during the heats. The club are absolutely delighted with their signings & the riders commitment shown toward this prestigious event, roll on December 3... less than 4 weeks to go kids !! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted November 20, 2011 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic rider update - Ricky Kling - Sweden. Fantastic news for event organisers as the cool Swede Ricky Kling, confirmed today from his base in Sweden that he's coming back to Perth for the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic. Ricky was a huge hit with the Perth fans last year at Woffy Classic and was an absolute ''gem'' to deal with said club spokesman Andy Fendley. Ricky was always keen to return to Pinjar Park and with his commitments in the Elite Leauge for the famous Belle Vue Ace's in England and moving house now complete in Sweden he's booked in for the December 3rd blue ribbon event. Its with great pleasure we can annouce this news said Andy, Ricky was a prime target for the club after his sucess in last years event and its all fallen into place perfectly now for our promotion team at the SMCWA. For those on terraces at last years event will long remember Ricky's great tussle with the ''Wild Thing'' Ty Proctor in the now famous heat 16. Both Kling and Proctor wound up the horsepower around the tiny ''Pinjar ring'' and after 3 re-starts both riders were neck & neck coming off turn 4 on the final lap of the 3rd re-run with Proctor taking the chocies by a bee's...it was the race of the night and gave the Pinjar fans long lasting memories of Ricky Kling. Regards, Brad Muller Media Liasion SMCWA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted November 27, 2011 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic rider update. NEW FLASH, STOP THE PRESS !! Ricky Wells - USA. The WOW factor has just been added to the already exciting 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic line-up with the news today, former USA speedway champion Ricky Wells is on his way to Perth. The colourful Californian will make his first trip ''Down Under'' and is is super excited about coming to Pinjar Park. Ricky is a small track specialist and will be well suited to the 142mtr Pinjar ring. This mega talented rider with two USA National U21 titles and the 2009 USA National title to his name, Ricky Wells ticks all the boxes for the promotion team for the the Rob Woffinden Classic. Born in New Zealand, Ricky has grown up racing the small tracks of America such as the world famous Costa Mesa track at the Orange County Fairgrounds, Victorville and Aubun speedways. Ricky rides for the Wolverhampton Wolves in the British Elite League and has had stints at the Coventry Bee's and Stoke in the Premier League. Ricky is also a former world under-21 semi finalist from 2008. Ricky Wells is the first American rider to ever ride at Perth's very own ultra exciting Pinjar Park and its with great pleasure the SMCWA can today announce this fantastic news. Club Promotions Officer Brad Muller made the 3am (Perth Time) call to Ricky in California last night to ''do the deal'' and claim the events 5th country now being represented. We needed to move fast after loosing Darcy & Nick and we were very keen to bring an American over, Muller said. Our overseas Pinjar Park Ambassador Glyn Taylor touched base with me a few days ago and mentioned Ricky and the rest's history, we're wrapped to have such a great mix of riders for such a special meeting. Plus Sue Woffinden will be a special guest and having some of the Wolves boys back in Perth it just adds the final touches to Rob's night. The 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic will feature riders from Denmark, Sweden, Australia, England and the USA with a truly international speedway flavour ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fullockracingwa 1 Posted November 28, 2011 The SMCWA, together with the Woffinden family are proud to announce the running of the ''Rob Woffinden Classic'' on Saturday, 3rd of December 2011 at Pinjar Park. Rob Woffinden is a life member of the SMCWA and will be honoured with this prestigious meeting in his name. Some of the biggest names in international speedway are coming to pay their respects to one of speedways biggest characters.. The 13 man field for the 2011 Rob Woffinden Classic. The #1 plate has been kept as a mark of respect for Rob. 2. Ricky Wells, USA 3. Bob King, WA 4. Joe Jacobs, Eng 5. Cameron Woodward, Aust 6. Cameron Heeps, Aust 7. Ricky Kling, Swd 8. Kale Ballanytne, WA 9. Simon Stead, Eng 10. Frank Smart, WA 11. Rasmus Jensen, Dnk 12. Ty Proctor, Aust 13. Daniel Winchester, WA 14. Nicolai Klint, Dnk 15. (Res 1) Brady Webb, WA 16. (Res 2) Ethan Ballantyne, WA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heathcote 51 Posted December 2, 2011 Currently 200 miles north of Karratha but with some good fortune and a combination of Choppers, Planes an Automobiles should be at Pinjar for 6pm. How easy is it to get a cab back from Pinjar to Perth city centre after the event? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stats 5 Posted December 3, 2011 (edited) The second annual Rob Woffinden Classic at the Pinjar Park Speedway was won by American Ricky Wells over Ty Proctor and Frank Smart. Simon Stead crossed the line in second but was disqualified for having two wheels over the white line. Edited December 3, 2011 by Stats 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CrystalCastles 292 Posted December 3, 2011 Great performance by Ricky to win. Wasn't expecting that result. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stats 5 Posted December 4, 2011 (edited) Heat points on the night - Simon Stead 11, Frank Smart 10, Ricky Wells 9, Cameron Woodward 8, Rasmus Jensen 8, Ty Proctor 8, Ricky Kling 5, Cameron Heeps 5, Daniel Winchester 5, Joe Jacobs 4, Nicolai Klindt 3, Brady Webb (res) 1, Bob King 0, Kale Ballantyne 0, Ethan Ballantyne (res) 0. Edited December 4, 2011 by Stats Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
