Bojangles 608 Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Sir Sidney said: Tell that to Workington, Mildenhall and Kent for example, adding in that, by the way, if you have the temerity to fill spare weeks with alternative racing ( NORA let's say) we will threaten to take your licence away and fine you True. There has to be some incentive for these teams to continue in the NDL - threatening them with fines and revoked licences certainly isn’t it. They need to work together for a brighter future. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Sidney 292 Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Bojangles said: True. There has to be some incentive for these teams to continue in the NDL - threatening them with fines and revoked licences certainly isn’t it. They need to work together for a brighter future. You would think the SCB and BSPL would realise that, and that the penny would have dropped. You would hope they had the ambition to work with Buxton, IOW and maybe Lydd to create the opportunities for youngsters to race and get experience. What a tragedy it will be if there is no NDL or equivalent, and Workington don't feel able to move into the Championship and so don't stage league speedway next year. Time for Mr Morris to demonstrate his ability 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
szkocjasid 3,139 Posted October 9, 2023 3 hours ago, stevehone said: if keeping playoffs it has to be top team to final, 2nd & 3rd over 2 legs to meet top team. not enough clubs to have top 4 Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevehone 3,437 Posted October 10, 2023 13 hours ago, szkocjasid said: Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. then top 2 only to playoff Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HGould 2,215 Posted October 10, 2023 (edited) My hunch as others have alluded to. PL possibly rebranded Elite. Aim to gave a GP level rider t number 1 and a couple of strong domestic level heat leaders at 2 and 3. A couple of 5 to 6 point second strings and a reserve and rising star CL One heat leader from PL from 2nd or 3rd HL slot Second string and reserve PL allowed in heat leader CL roles. Second string in CL must be no higher than PL reserve or rising star Reserves in CL to be NDL current second strings or reserves This would involve a thorough list of all riders listed by category for HL SS RS respectively for both leagues. PL standard higher CL standard a mid point between CL and upper NDL Lower NDL level to ride in 6 heat junior teams for any PL or CL clubs who wanted as second half No B Teams in 2 leagues. Aim to get Workington, Mildenhall possibly Kent financially able to compete in CL by fixed pay rates no guarantees. Edited October 10, 2023 by HGould Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ben91 1,743 Posted October 10, 2023 14 hours ago, szkocjasid said: Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. But the point of the play-offs isn’t to get big crowds, it’s to decide who wins the title… isn’t it? 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crescent girl 1,908 Posted October 10, 2023 46 minutes ago, Ben91 said: But the point of the play-offs isn’t to get big crowds, it’s to decide who wins the title… isn’t it? Don't be silly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandit59 1,153 Posted October 10, 2023 49 minutes ago, crescent girl said: Don't be silly Hope you enjoyed the meeting last night Dick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BackstaightBandit 38 Posted October 10, 2023 3 hours ago, Bandit59 said: Hope you enjoyed the meeting last night Dick I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fromafar 10,417 Posted October 10, 2023 12 minutes ago, BackstaightBandit said: I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Bitter. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikebv 10,357 Posted October 10, 2023 They have to fit in the Jubilee Trophy 2022 as well don't forget... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
crescent girl 1,908 Posted October 10, 2023 57 minutes ago, BackstaightBandit said: I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Not me! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bandit59 1,153 Posted October 10, 2023 3 hours ago, BackstaightBandit said: I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Fannie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MartinBSN 617 Posted October 10, 2023 9 hours ago, HGould said: My hunch as others have alluded to. PL possibly rebranded Elite. Aim to gave a GP level rider t number 1 and a couple of strong domestic level heat leaders at 2 and 3. A couple of 5 to 6 point second strings and a reserve and rising star CL One heat leader from PL from 2nd or 3rd HL slot Second string and reserve PL allowed in heat leader CL roles. Second string in CL must be no higher than PL reserve or rising star Reserves in CL to be NDL current second strings or reserves This would involve a thorough list of all riders listed by category for HL SS RS respectively for both leagues. PL standard higher CL standard a mid point between CL and upper NDL Lower NDL level to ride in 6 heat junior teams for any PL or CL clubs who wanted as second half No B Teams in 2 leagues. Aim to get Workington, Mildenhall possibly Kent financially able to compete in CL by fixed pay rates no guarantees. No guarantees is a rule now but it is vastly ignored and no way of stopping it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lewy 2,342 Posted October 10, 2023 I'm sure the bspl will look at the way this season has gone with the erratic fixture list,poor timing of cup competitions and the late play off fixtures in unfavourable weather conditions..............and make absolutely no change, more of the same i expect! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites