Baldyman 6,245 Posted November 15, 2015 (edited) I think Risager will up his current average by around half a point. Wasn't it around the mid 7's in his 3 years with us? I think he can get back to that.[/quoBe Did he really average that high? Edited November 15, 2015 by baldyman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TB1 130 Posted November 15, 2015 What a shocking team, would finish bottom of the league. James Wright is now a poor reserve at best, no thank you. Given the doubling up scenarios I can unfortunately see AN Other having a record number of appearances. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewy 2,374 Posted November 15, 2015 Erm no. Between 6.3 and 6.8. It's now higher than its ever been, so I can only see it going down, cos he isn't getting any better. Okay it could roughly stay the same, but I don't think it's ever gonna get any better. The one thing you do get from morten though is his professionalismMorton joined plymouth with an average of 7-36 he had a slow start to his time with us but was the reason we made the playoffs and the witches didn't tbh Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stu219 99 Posted November 15, 2015 If and its a big if, morten does return he will be a great 4th heat leader ,good for at least 6 points almost anywhere he rides. That leaves the last 3 riders to pick up around 10 points between them. If the top of the team is as suggested on here then I would say that the last 3 riders will be what decides on how well the Witches do next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,245 Posted November 15, 2015 (edited) Morton joined plymouth with an average of 7-36 he had a slow start to his time with us but was the reason we made the playoffs and the witches didn't tbhIm mistaken then. I never thought he ever averaged over 7If and its a big if, morten does return he will be a great 4th heat leader ,good for at least 6 points almost anywhere he rides. That leaves the last 3 riders to pick up around 10 points between them. If the top of the team is as suggested on here then I would say that the last 3 riders will be what decides on how well the Witches do next year.I always thought the problem with morten is that he didn't score 6 almost everywhere, but more like 10 3 8 2 11. Maybe I'm blinkered cos his style of riding bores me to bits Edited November 15, 2015 by baldyman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZODIAK 304 Posted November 15, 2015 Again it's hypothetical but then again we've little else to go on or discuss, but if the proposed team is close to the mark (obviously no Nielsen now), Then Risager will have three heatleaders above him who will shoulder the main point scoring responsibility. Risager as a second string is absolutely fine. I always thought the problem with morten is that he didn't score 6 almost everywhere, but more like 10 3 8 2 11. Is that really a problem though? Those consistent 6's might not help to contribute to any victory, where as a couple of those double figure score certainly could. Risager has tracks he performs well on, as well as some he's awful on. But you can say the same for the majority of PL riders. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stu219 99 Posted November 15, 2015 For a 4th heat leader there would not be many better. Maybe as the local paper has a quiet day sports wise on tuesday we may get an announcement. Like said ,all hyperthetical at the moment but gives us all things to talk about. From what I have seen so far though not many teams look mega strong apart from maybe the possibility of Glasgow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wadeonia 0 Posted November 15, 2015 I think one of the main weaknesses with Ipswich in recent years has been home track form. We're decent on the road, but have lacked specialists at Foxhall. I've heard that the track has been setup for good racing which favours opponents, but provides more entertainment. There are some terrible reserves in the PL so all you need is two three pointers who can add a point to the averages and you'll have more points to play with for the top five. One rider I'd like to see return is Dak North! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,245 Posted November 15, 2015 The key next season is really not losing at home and picking up a few points away Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stu219 99 Posted November 15, 2015 Def crucial to have two reserves that Will improve their averages .Just as a side issue has anyone heard a word on weather anything has changed regarding the stupid stupid tactical rule?. If it staying as it has been why on earth is it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Baldyman 6,245 Posted November 15, 2015 It probably has to stay the same just in case a premier match is shown on sky. Personally I think it's one of the worst things that's ever happened to speedway and one of the biggest reasons speedway will never be seen as anything but a joke sport/entertainment. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TB1 130 Posted November 15, 2015 The key next season is really not losing at home and picking up a few points away Ban home afternoon meetings. Sheffield at home was terrible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv 10,730 Posted November 16, 2015 Ban home afternoon meetings. Sheffield at home was terrible.I dont disagree that we have struggled in those afternoon meetings when the sun shines but to rule out those two meetings would mean foregoing about a quarter of the whole seasons income.You have mentioned the thinning crowds on the terraces so can we afford to give up meetings that attract 3x the normal turnout? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EIS002 159 Posted November 16, 2015 I think one of the main weaknesses with Ipswich in recent years has been home track form. We're decent on the road, but have lacked specialists at Foxhall. I've heard that the track has been setup for good racing which favours opponents, but provides more entertainment. There are some terrible reserves in the PL so all you need is two three pointers who can add a point to the averages and you'll have more points to play with for the top five. One rider I'd like to see return is Dak North! Just seen a tweet back to Paco Castagna which says hope you enjoy riding with your friend next year in the UK. My bet is that's your number 6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZODIAK 304 Posted November 16, 2015 Just seen a tweet back to Paco Castagna which says hope you enjoy riding with your friend next year in the UK. My bet is that's your number 6Who is his "friend"? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
