Steve Shovlar 10,439 Posted July 18, 2017 You don't release a number one and replace him with a second string. Our chance of the title this year would instantly vanish. Whilst fans from other clubs would welcome that move, Matt would never make that change. There are better riders out there to replace KK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gimli27 54 Posted July 18, 2017 Am glad Kyle only has concussion we were lucky that Freddie had an off night and yes out of the two injured riders Poole had the better replacement so were stronger but as its been said you still go for the points as Swindon did at Leicester Richie should be pencilled in for next year if we cant keep him this season hope James ok for wed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheRealFiend 1,109 Posted July 18, 2017 You don't release a number one and replace him with a second string. Our chance of the title this year would instantly vanish. Whilst fans from other clubs would welcome that move, Matt would never make that change. There are better riders out there to replace KK. Problem is nobody is willing to come over here. No GP riders obviously. No top Polish riders. Which leaves Zagar (Will only ride for BV), Jonsson (Doesn't want to ride over here), Woffinden (Will only ride for Wolves) Only possibility is Shamek if he is willing to drop the Danish League. I have said keep KK but after last night he showed that he doesn't care about the team one bit. We have to keep R. Worrall IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevebrum 6,821 Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) Problem is nobody is willing to come over here. No GP riders obviously. No top Polish riders. Which leaves Zagar (Will only ride for BV), Jonsson (Doesn't want to ride over here), Woffinden (Will only ride for Wolves) Only possibility is Shamek if he is willing to drop the Danish League. I have said keep KK but after last night he showed that he doesn't care about the team one bit. We have to keep R. Worrall IMO. all those mentioned (besides Tai) already ride 3 leagues. To be fair, IF they kept KK and he showed up in fine form for the playoffs, that's job done.that's their only hope, assuming they get as lucky again as they did last night picking up away points to make the play offs - which I fully expect them to. Edited July 18, 2017 by stevebrum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sidney the robin 4,735 Posted July 18, 2017 A great win for Poole and by the sounds of it a bit like Swindon rather fortunate but they stuck to there task and they got there rewards.I still think Poole will bring someone in at No 1 Shamek maybe?? cant see this side being good anough Wolves if they get a fit Riss back they will be fine and over two legs will be a tough nut to crack. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skidder1 7,637 Posted July 18, 2017 The main question is when will Brady be fit to return? He is currently not in the 1-7 so could return in place of KK at 1 with Richie staying on after his 28 day contract?! Otherwise a rider like Greg Hancock or Jarek Hampel would fit the bill for KK 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Starman2006 2,354 Posted July 18, 2017 I don't think that's a worry for Gavan or anybody else to be honest whilst you've got Kasprzak in the team. Who says KK is going to stay ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
racers and royals 8,730 Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) The main question is when will Brady be fit to return? He is currently not in the 1-7 so could return in place of KK at 1 with Richie staying on after his 28 day contract?! Otherwise a rider like Greg Hancock or Jarek Hampel would fit the bill for KK Is Kurtz going to try and ride in the U21 opening round in Poznan Sunday ? Edited July 18, 2017 by racers and royals Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poole keith 911 Posted July 18, 2017 thats a good point,the way riders think i would imagine he will try if he thinks he has any chance of a few points Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
New Science 1,059 Posted July 18, 2017 A few points about last night: Best wishes to Kyle for a speedy recovery, horrible crash. Well done to Poole for coming back and taking the win, Don't think Poole would have won if Howarth had not been injured. Wolves top 5 have been just about been managing through the loss of Riss in recent weeks,but last night was a bridge too far with 2 weak reserves forced to cover for Kyle's rides. Saw a rarity last night, the loss of Kyle and the Poole fightback seemed to galvanise the crowd, been a while since the atmosphere was that good, the racing also upped a notch as the scores got closer. Not a great crowd last night considering a fine midsummer's night with Poole in town. Also a word for the travelling Poole supporters, credit to you , long way to travel on a Monday night. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
foreverblue 6,096 Posted July 18, 2017 On last night's meeting Shanes was taken out by Greaves so that was lost points for Poole but obviously Howarth's unfortunate accident was the turning point, both Wolves reserves are weak and a fit Shanes beats a fit Greaves 9 times out of ten, I hope James Shanes makes a quick recovery because I don't think there is anyone out there who would be an adequate replacement especially at home. I also hope Howarth isn't out too long because he was riding well prior to the horrific crash and there is no doubt in my mind that Wolves would have won if he had not crashed. Lindgren is clearly not himself and he may have also had mechanical issues, Howarth rode well until his crash, Schlein rode well, Thorsell rode well later in the meeting, masters may have had some mechanical issues but overall was poor, the reserves were poor and Perks is way better than Greaves in my opinion so that should help, I think I saw Perks dad in the crowd. For Poole KK scores his usual at Monmore you can't sack him on that performance so see how he goes at home Wednesday if no improvement he should go, Jack holder rode well later in the meeting as did Lahti, Worrall and Starke were very good value, Starke is going very well currently and has proved a good replacement for Newman. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fourentee 987 Posted July 18, 2017 On last night's meeting Shanes was taken out by Greaves Not according to referee Ronnie Allen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beowulf 1,513 Posted July 18, 2017 Not according to referee Ronnie Allen. I think the referee's opinion was that Shanes was already on his way down when Greaves ran into him. Not necessarily my opinion though ! All depends upon from where you saw it I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Perton Wolf 396 Posted July 18, 2017 (edited) On last night's meeting Shanes was taken out by Greaves so that was lost points for Poole but obviously Howarth's unfortunate accident was the turning point, both Wolves reserves are weak and a fit Shanes beats a fit Greaves 9 times out of ten, I hope James Shanes makes a quick recovery because I don't think there is anyone out there who would be an adequate replacement especially at home. Clegg was a poor choice of Guest, no doubt about it. As for Greaves, he is pretty much what you would expect from a 2pt average rider but I don't see how Shanes would've beat him yesterday - Greaves scored 5 and in Shanes' 2 rides before his injury, he could barely stay on the bike at times before crashing. Edited July 18, 2017 by Perton Wolf 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ouch 1,191 Posted July 18, 2017 As is often the case with speedway over the last few years, being proved right gives me no pleasure whatsoever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
