Trees 2,814 Posted May 6, 2016 There is no such rules. The rule they have used is the rule that says the BSPA can turn down or allow any team declaration they like regardless of the rules. What rule should they know? Must be one of the BSPA's unwritten rules! Rob Godfrey on Twitter says it's a rule, I dunno .... could cause big probs if there are rain offs etc, if they said no facility for clashes then no probs ..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BWitcher 12,453 Posted May 6, 2016 It isn't part of it. If he can ride for any non Friday PL club, which is what Godfrey said, then away matches played no part in their reasoning. Whether it should have done is an entirely different argument but you can't make up reasons for them. Yes it is. Riders are already missing fixtures as it is due to away clashes, which is BAD. Therefore they don't want to ADD to that problem by allowing clubs to sign riders with the same home race night. Again, I am not saying I totally agree with this decision, but I can understand why it has been made. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fromafar 10,453 Posted May 6, 2016 I think it highlights how far the standard has drop in British Speedway ,whatever we think of Craig's situation,he states in SS that he is not up to speed in Poland,these engine tuners must be rubbing their hands. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maneacat 473 Posted May 6, 2016 Peterborough have more Sunday meetings than Fridays, so why didn't they put in the Promoters guide Race nights Sunday and Friday. This must be the first time that the Bloody Stupid P****s Assoc have ever taken notice of their guide Hopefully another lesson learned for our Promoter - if a race night not used by the EL clubs is stated as our race night this will never be a problem in the future. Saturday's/Sunday's no problem for signing D/U riders and then run your fixtures as usual. They are all over the place anyway so it won't make any difference to fans. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alan_Jones 1,005 Posted May 6, 2016 There is no such rules. The rule they have used is the rule that says the BSPA can turn down or allow any team declaration they like regardless of the rules. What rule should they know? By their own admission they broke 6.7 by not asking Edinburgh's permission. As I understand it the same night doubling up ban is in the promoters handbook along with things like the 30 mile rule. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wolfsbane 12,944 Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) So fans are heartily hissed off with double up/down clashes. The BSPA have finally realised this so are trying to stop a bad situation getting worse. So issue a press release that details the REAL reason.'Craig would miss 3 Peterborough home meetings plus 5 away meetings and that is a situation we couldn't allow to happen. He is welcome to ride in the Premier league but it's the BSPA's responsibility to deal with issues that have angered supporters'. Easy isn't it, full and transparent explanation, no BS, no hiding behind false reasons, job done. Some folks may not agree with them but there you go. What is their problem? Edited May 6, 2016 by Wolfsbane 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCB 15 Posted May 6, 2016 So fans are heartily hissed off with double up/down clashes. The BSPA have finally realised this so are trying to stop a bad situation getting worse. So issue a press release that details the REAL reason.'Craig would miss 3 Peterborough home meetings plus 5 away meetings and that is a situation we couldn't allow to happen. He is welcome to ride in the Premier league but it's the BSPA's responsibility to deal with issues that have angered supporters'. Easy isn't it, full and transparent explanation, no BS, no hiding behind false reasons, job done. Some folks may not agree with them but there you go. What is their problem? Exactly that! Not some bullrubbish about race nights! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
speedwaysliders 177 Posted May 6, 2016 Reminds me of that song craig david had,7 days or someting like that!!! Sure Belle Vue will do the decent thing and move back to Mondays evenings!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shale Searcher 1,264 Posted May 6, 2016 Also, it would be a snide way of getting good guests when he's on Belle Vue duty!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frigbo 524 Posted May 6, 2016 most sportsmen need to earn money, but will never be convinced by d/u, detest its introduction to a "team sport" Couldn't agree more. It's ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Trees 2,814 Posted May 6, 2016 Must go down as a all news is good news, embarrassing for promoters and fans alike ...... get your act together promoters! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Shovlar 10,450 Posted May 6, 2016 (edited) Came onto this threading thinking just how stupid it is for Cook to be riding in the PL, considering he is an EL heat leader. In no way should he be dropping down. Now reading a few pages in, common sense has been used by the MC to block the move. It has upset the Peterborough promotion but tough. An EL heat leader should be nowhere near a PL team berth. Easy pickings and to make easy money. That's all this was. Cook hasnt yet been picked to ride for his Polish club. They would never give him a berth if they see is after easy money. BSPA MC are bang on the money with stopping the move IMO. He's an EL heatleader. EL heatleaders do not belong in the lower league. Absolutely agree. No place for Cook in the PL. can't see why some are moaning at the MC who have made the right call IMO. Edited May 6, 2016 by Steve Shovlar Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Star Lady 5,400 Posted May 6, 2016 Steve if you think it's easy money in the PL I suggest you take a listen to the Home Straight podcast and hear what Olly Allen and Simon Stead said. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Steve Shovlar 10,450 Posted May 6, 2016 Steve if you think it's easy money in the PL I suggest you take a listen to the Home Straight podcast and hear what Olly Allen and Simon Stead said. Its easy money for EL heat leafers. Or should be. They should average over ten. I believe that any EL heat leader should be nowhere near the PL. However now the MC have given their clear reason it shows that the reason was clash of racenight and nothing more than that. A lot on here should be apologising the the MC for thier wayward remarks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
therefused 832 Posted May 6, 2016 Came onto this threading thinking just how stupid it is for Cook to be riding in the PL, considering he is an EL heat leader. In no way should he be dropping down. Now reading a few pages in, common sense has been used by the MC to block the move. It has upset the Peterborough promotion but tough. An EL heat leader should be nowhere near a PL team berth. Easy pickings and to make easy money. That's all this was. Cook hasnt yet been picked to ride for his Polish club. They would never give him a berth if they see is after easy money. BSPA MC are bang on the money with stopping the move IMO. Absolutely agree. No place for Cook in the PL. can't see why some are moaning at the MC who have made the right call IMO. Adam Ellis is riding NL and he's a EL heat leader, but i dont hear you complaining about that! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
