BuzzCagney 310 Posted September 18, 2015 Remember David in around 1972 riding in second-half races for Swindon Starlets. Can also remember him in later years beating Terry Betts of Kings Lynn twice, around The Abbey. His career though was plagued by illness and injuries, and he broke a collar-bone in his last ever ride riding for the All-Stars against the 67 title winning team in the late 80s. The local Marlborough-lad rode 197 times for the Robins, a good club servant. R.I.P. David. Good to see homes being occupied at Kilby Crescent at the new Blunsdon Mead development. Well done Swindon Town FC for organising a collection for Darky at the next home match Brilliant to see Bob recognised that way. It will be easier to fully appreciate the accolade once that new stadium is up and running though. And condolences to David's family. He was a lovely guy. One of those true Club men, of which Swindon have been lucky to have a few over the years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve0 5,517 Posted September 18, 2015 (edited) Swindon are looking to mainly use their own assets in 2016 and get the team sorted early. @AdverSport: Robins to have new approach for 2016 line-up: REGARDLESS of the result in Mondays Elite League play-off second leg http://t.co/QLMo3lRgzG That makes sense - Doyle, Kildemand, Zengota, Morris would be a good start Edited September 18, 2015 by Steve0 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mdmc82 2,878 Posted September 18, 2015 (edited) That makes sense - Doyle, Kildemand, Zengota, Morris would be a good startCould only have 2 of Doyle, Morris & Zengota as they all have averages over 7. With the mention of a number 1 and the Aussie part, Doyle sounds like the rider Rosco has it mind. He was good with the Robins. I can't see Rosco letting Morris go so maybe Zengota will be the rider to ride elsewhere. Kildemand should be back at Swindon if he's not got the SGP. Think Batchelor has once again been a let down esp as a captain. Edited September 18, 2015 by mdmc82 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foreverblue 6,096 Posted September 18, 2015 Could only have 2 of Doyle, Morris & Zengota as they all have averages over 7. With the mention of a number 1 and the Aussie part, Doyle sounds like the rider Rosco has it mind. He was good with the Robins. I can't see Rosco letting Morris go so maybe Zengota will be the rider to ride elsewhere. Kildemand should be back at Swindon if he's not got the SGP. Think Batchelor has once again been a let down esp as a captain. Maybe the rules may change. Batch is always a let down dont know why but he can be very hot and cold. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YerRopes 3,009 Posted September 18, 2015 Maybe the rules may change. Batch is always a let down dont know why but he can be very hot and cold. It would make sense for this rule to be scrapped as it complicates team building especially with the current dearth of riders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BritPete 625 Posted September 18, 2015 I think it's time Batch was booted out. He has never shown good consistent form since he's been here. Doyle would be a far better option, but would it happen? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattK 3,447 Posted September 18, 2015 It would make sense for this rule to be scrapped as it complicates team building especially with the current dearth of riders Why would it be dropped if there's a dearth of riders? The rule is designed to stop clubs hoovering up all the top talent. If anything the rule is likely to be reduced in line with a drop in the team building limit to 32. Say it is reduced to "two over 6.5", only two clubs, Poole and Swindon, wouldn't comply with their existing line-ups. I think it's time Batch was booted out. He has never shown good consistent form since he's been here. Doyle would be a far better option, but would it happen? The questions we have to ask ourselves are "why would Doyle leave Leicester" and "why would Leicester let Doyle leave"? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YerRopes 3,009 Posted September 18, 2015 Why would it be dropped if there's a dearth of riders? The rule is designed to stop clubs hoovering up all the top talent. Revert to the one over 8 ruling then.. The dearth of riders should allow for flexibility in team building ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reliant Robin 492 Posted September 18, 2015 The questions we have to ask ourselves are "why would Doyle leave Leicester" and "why would Leicester let Doyle leave"? 1. Due to the Saturday race night not fitting with his schedule 2. Not their choice really...they pulled out of the transfer...if they were not prepared to let him leave then they should have finalised it when they had a chance 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattK 3,447 Posted September 18, 2015 Revert to the one over 8 ruling then.. The dearth of riders should allow for flexibility in team building ! There are only three riders in the league with an average over eight. "Top" riders are now averaging around 7-ish, therefore if you want to spread those riders equally around clubs that's the benchmark where the rule needs to be set. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 0 Posted September 18, 2015 There are only three riders in the league with an average over eight. "Top" riders are now averaging around 7-ish, therefore if you want to spread those riders equally around clubs that's the benchmark where the rule needs to be set. Or you could lower the points limit by 2-3 points and there will be plenty of riders to share around but still allowing teams to sign 4 7.01 riders if thats the route they'd like to go down! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattK 3,447 Posted September 18, 2015 1. Due to the Saturday race night not fitting with his schedule2. Not their choice really...they pulled out of the transfer...if they were not prepared to let him leave then they should have finalised it when they had a chance Leicester riding on a Saturday doesn't seem to have adversely effected his league or GP form this year. At the end of the day it comes down to money. Leicester will break the bank to sign Doyle as they don't really have an alternative #1 and they have far more financial clout than we do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skidder1 7,637 Posted September 18, 2015 Jason has said himself that regular Saturday racing puts a big strain on everything - especially travelling. His Polish League form has been less than good!! I expect many teams with 'visa' riders in their 2016 plans will confirm/announce signings much sooner than previously!! But isn't that what everyone - riders and fans especially - have been clamouring for in past years?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reliant Robin 492 Posted September 18, 2015 Leicester riding on a Saturday doesn't seem to have adversely effected his league or GP form this year. At the end of the day it comes down to money. Leicester will break the bank to sign Doyle as they don't really have an alternative #1 and they have far more financial clout than we do. It comes down to schedule as well, and a Saturday race night makes it tough for Jason, has said so himself. I expect Doyley to be first on the team sheet for 2016 at Swindon....I don't think the difference in financial clout that you mention is there either. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BritPete 625 Posted September 18, 2015 Why would it be dropped if there's a dearth of riders? The rule is designed to stop clubs hoovering up all the top talent. If anything the rule is likely to be reduced in line with a drop in the team building limit to 32. Say it is reduced to "two over 6.5", only two clubs, Poole and Swindon, wouldn't comply with their existing line-ups., The questions we have to ask ourselves are "why would Doyle leave Leicester" and "why would Leicester let Doyle leave"? That's why I added," would it happen" We also have to ask the same thing about the new stadium. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
