cyclone 943 Posted September 30, 2015 (edited) Teams as per Official Edinburgh website :_ TEAMS FOR THE KNOCKOUT CUP FINAL SECOND LEG MATCH AT ARMADALE ON FRIDAY 2nd October (start time 7.30, doors open 6.30) are:EDINBURGH BORDER ROOFING MONARCHS: Craig Cook (capt.), Justin Sedgmen, Kevin Wolbert (r/r), Erik Riss, Sam Masters, Max Clegg, Rob Branford.SOMERSET CASES REBELS: Brady Kurtz, Paul Starke, Charles Wright, Richie Worrall, Josh Grajczonek (capt.), Rasmus Jensen, Luke Chessell. As Max Clegg rode at Birmingham on Wednesday and completed the meeting, hopefully he will return at reserve for the Monarchs. It remains to be confirmed whether Wolbert will be fit enough to return after being hospitalised for two days in Germany, after his crash on Saturday. Assuming both teams have no further withdrawals after the Fours Final at Redcar today, it is difficult to predict whether or not the Rebels 8 point lead will be enough to win the Cup on aggregate, This will also be Craig Cook's sixth consecutive match in six days, and Josh Grajczonek's fifth on the bounce, Quite a test of stamina for both men and their machines Update : Wolbert not yet fit, so r/r for him, however Clegg will ride Edited October 2, 2015 by cyclone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
King Jamie 356 Posted October 1, 2015 KJ’s meeting Preview... This week's visitors to sunny Armadale are the Somerset ‘average cheats’ Rebels in the second leg of the PL KO Cup Final. The tie is finely poised after Tuesday’s first leg with the West Country Wombles currently holding an 8 point lead. Scotland’s number one team and the Glastonbury protestors have dominated the PL scene in recent years, winning a plethora of trophies between them. Whilst we haggis bashers have relied mainly upon shrewd winter signings, the cider drinkers have endured a number of false starts, BSPA rejections and eventual redeclarations. Bill Bailey’s boys are never shy in axing any underperforming riders. Absolutely nothing wrong with that of course. However, the most bizarre sacking occurred earlier this year when Leigh Lanham received his P45 despite adding 2 points to his starting average. Needless to say some fans were a tad miffed. However, I can exclusively reveal the real reason as to why he was bulleted – apparently the Rebels’ Promotion couldn’t afford to keep installing mirrors throughout the stadium to allow the veteran to repeatedly check his hair. I was sitting in McDonald’s earlier this week (I love my diet) when Nigel Pearson’s PRO got in touch (editor’s note – don’t you mean his secretary?). She opened the conversation by saying, “I believe you’ve been trying to besmirch my boss’s good name” “Be-what hen?” “Besmirch. It means…” “Oh aye, right, keep going” “Mr Pearson is a lovely man. He enjoys his speedway and wishes no bad on any team, except if they’re racing against his beloved Cradley Heathens” Being the gentleman that I am, I was just about to retract my previous quotes when, in the background, I overheard a very interesting conversation... “I tell you Kelvin, I really dislike Edinburgh. I hope Somerset smash them.” “I um uh um yeah, I totally agree Nigel.” I immediately hung up in disgust. For the 2014 KO Cup winners, there’s a chance we may be back to full strength for this one. Both top reserve Max Clegg, who has missed the last 3 fixtures, and sunlounger grabber Wolbert, who grabbed a few too many rays back home in Deutschland at the weekend, could return after brief spells of physiotherapy. For the 2013 KO Cup winners, the October green sheets see Paul Starke move up into the top 5. Not that it weakens them at all, as Rasmus Jensen drops to reserve! The former has top scored for his side on their 2 previous trips to West Lothian. Will Friday see a Starke contrast? This week's big welcome goes to: a 2012 Monarch and a rider who, in my opinion, was wrongly released at the time – step forward Charles Wright. This week's 'popular yer baws!' award goes to: decent rider but I have to say Paul Starke’s interview technique leaves a lot to be desired. In the recent televised match at the OTA, he called the 2014 treble champions “these lot” not once but twice within the space of 30 seconds. Blatantly disrespectful. I recommend a full centre green apology on Friday night or face a public flogging. The Florenshafisztof Kaspitzanwinkelhoppen award for suave name of the week goes to: how can I possibly give it to anyone other than Josh thescrabbleplayer? This week’s Government Brainwash Bandwagon ‘value for money’ award goes to: some weird green mob who tried to get me to “invest” in solar panels. For an initial outlay of just £40,000, I can get the panels fitted (I’m sure my neighbours would be delighted) and receive a monthly payment in the region of £52.90. Wow. I’d have to live ‘til I’m 103 before I get my money back! (ed – the Somerset management have been in touch. According to their calculations, you’ll be fully reimbursed before you turn 60. They think you should go for it) I’ve just about had enough of these ‘wonderful’ offers. Please take a telling – I don’t do recycling, I don’t do energy saving lightbulbs, I don’t pay 5p for carrier bags. There’s no such thing as global warming, climate change or whatever they want to call it this week. It’s a myth. It’s nature. It’s cyclical. Now go away and leave me alone ya horrible, irrelevant bunch of pr1cks. This week’s big questions: Will the PL 4s Champions be in the stadium? Will Monarchs end Friday Justin front? And will there be any more refereeing errors? er, roll on Friday… KJ's prediction: 49-41. Monarchs to lose after 3 full rounds of Golden Heats. Mr Campbell to lock the gates and charge everyone £100 on the way out. Wages to be paid and all that… 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paulco 7,080 Posted October 1, 2015 Welcome back King Jamie 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rebel Warrior 10 Posted October 2, 2015 I would love the Rebels to wipe way the smug faces. Monarchs are the form team so it will be hard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fenway Bleachers 2,665 Posted October 2, 2015 Wolbert very doubtful according to alec last night so R/R again. Fast start would be nice....over to Cook and Sedgy....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lucifer sam 3,953 Posted October 2, 2015 Welcome back King Jamie Seconded. Had a few chuckles reading that. All the best Rob Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cliffeboy 577 Posted October 2, 2015 I'm a long way away at the moment on a well earned holiday but I just like to say I hope the Rebs get a few decisions tonight and turn the Jockos over. Smug mode and self righteous mode and name calling mode is all a bit boring now tbh. Safe nights racing please to all riders and safe journey up to any Rebs making the journey. If I can get a connection tonight I will be on the update site. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KIRKYLANE 537 Posted October 2, 2015 With Somerset only 8 points up , then Edinburgh are clear favourites. Somerset have a chance but they will need to be on top form with nobody below par Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
soupy 556 Posted October 2, 2015 Well done the rebels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reviresco 708 Posted October 2, 2015 And Somerset win the KO Cup....... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MD 1,307 Posted October 2, 2015 There is hope for everyone! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tellboy 3,662 Posted October 2, 2015 With Somerset only 8 points up , then Edinburgh are clear favourites. Somerset have a chance but they will need to be on top form with nobody below par Well done Somerset didn't expect that.That was with their number 1 well below par Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheScotsman 2,483 Posted October 2, 2015 Congrats to Somerset - great performance. We missed Agent Kevin too much on the night. But Somerset sprung a few surprises. Cookie majestic again though but after 7 meetings in 8 days he must need a break. Let's hope the lads can regroup for Sunday. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RebelDan 203 Posted October 2, 2015 Get in there you Rebels - fantastic result!! Bring that cup home Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
me2 80 Posted October 2, 2015 Well done Somerset. Didn't think eight points was enough, but they came here, kept it close and got the result. Have a few and enjoy your night. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
