On Wednesday the Pirates return to action taking on the Monarchs in the second leg of the Bsn semi-final.  The Monarchs have a 2 point lead from the first leg at Armadale.  They may have Dan Thompson back from his broken collar bone injury so should be at full strength. There could be some key battles between the heat leaders and Second strings and i expect the Pirates reserves to outscore Mitchell Cluff and Jordy Loftus although Cluff is riding better than earlier in the season. Kye Thomson is on form so could have a good meeting, it will depend on how well Justin Sedgeman and Dan T go on the night. Also how well Jonatan Grahn and Paco Castagna perform. Sticking my neck out, the Pirates to win and progress to the final but the Monarchs are no pushovers. Thoughts?

I was in the East Stand on the third turn too for both nights. An absolutely fantastic place to watch from

More in 2027, baby steps..

11 teams in 2025 vs 6 teams in 2026

Not so, I know of at least one other club that will be running a side next season.

We used to... it's being phased out though