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Very knowledgeable lot you are reading through these posts. Can't really disagree with most of your assessments of your teams chances. My team redcar will be there or thereabouts. A lot depends on how hulme settles in and James shanes. The heat leader trio will be a match for anybody but lacked back up last season. Hopefully this will be addressed this time round. A lot of people are talking up scunny and I can see why...mpt and Allen are much better riders than there current averages suggests also Plymouth have a cracking looking side and will do well. Poole and Glasgow will also be in the mix with vissing a absolute steal on a five for the tigers. Berwick and Birmingham have got there team building totally wrong imo and I predict brum will pick up the wooden spoon. Edinburgh will finish the lower half with Oxford. Oxford awesome heat leaders but I can't see where the rest of the points are coming from. Anyway good luck one and all and let's get behind our teams and have a good year. Merry Xmas x

What would be funny is Panthers announce Emil Sayfutinov

Where elsewhere?

Them butt plugs are no good they leak like fury, for what use they are you might as well stick them up your 4rse !

Hopefully it'll calm some of you down Awaits us to announce Jordan Jenkins as a Christmas gift

Looks like we find out tmrw at 9:00am…

I think it’s criminal if young dan Thompson doesn’t find a place to ride in this league what sort of message does that send out to the young riders that we will bring foreign riders in before using our own no wonder people become disillusioned with our sport.

Rob is a great fella and always tells you as it is most of those who criticise him have never took the time to talk to him .

Correct Steve, At present Andrew is the sole promoter however he does have an experienced mentor in a fellow club promoter... Not sure how well this will go down with the Blue and White faithful but his mentor is none other than Mr Rob Godfrey; Chairman of the BSPL and owner of Scunthorpe Speedway... Now I know there is a little history between the Comets fans and Rob (in his other roles) but being totally honest; Rob is a straight guy and has the best interest of the sport at heart and will support Andrew 100% in his endeavours; and to be fair he doesn't mind being portrayed as the bad guy as its water off the proverbial ducks back to him and it also contradicts what his better half says about him that he is erm "a big soft erm softie" (edited for politeness)... Also I can confirm that she is right... another 100% on that score too... Regards THJ

They could always charge less for a season ticket in the first place if there are only 11 matches guaranteed, hence making a substantial saving possible. Back their original team building choices and, therefore, take the gamble that extra meetings will be forthcoming further down the line, knowing full well that people should be likely to turn up for 'big occasion' events when they occur.

The most important announcement will be the owners.

The last time Poole failed to qualify for the playoffs in any league was I think 2009, but then went on a bit of a run after that to say the least.. Even in 2019 the year before dropping down, they finished top of the Premiership so I think we can say they’ve been pretty consistently competitive… It was move race night or move leagues when the FIM insisted Mon and Thurs for British top league racing.

Remind us all again where Poole finished in the Premiership seasons before going Championship!!

Wouldn’t say he is obsessed senile maybe deluded definitely. Thinking about it for 10 seconds there you are correct he is also obsessed.

Should have said in my post above that is what should happen. Not what is happening. Apologies for any confusion! Nothing worse than a season ticket that doesn’t offer any form of enticement for having it. Not the same sport but my old Football League season ticket (dropped when it stopped being value for money) used to allow me to miss three or four games a season and still be getting a good deal. On top of that was priority cup tickets and other perks. Once I dropped the season ticket I then missed more and more games. Now I pick and choose. Bad move from the club who now miss out on my money completely, plus extras such as food and drinks. Better to have a discounted bum on a seat than no bum on a seat. Life happens and people will miss an event here and there. It’s important for Speedway promotions in particular to make sure they don’t lose out on a season ticket sale because one missed meeting would render the purchase of said season ticket pointless.

It's certainly true that the Facenna brothers have splashed the cash on their track, equipment, facilities and in the Community. Stadium Owners who have invested and that's why Team GB ride internationals there and FIM and SGP are happy to allocate major Fixtures. Two straight talking guys who don't seek the limelight. As for Poole, erm tenants, no investment in track or stadium, backhand deals and gazumping riders like Lawson and Roynon. Jury won't be out very long on disproving Arthur's fairy tales.

Couldn't give a jot about Yanks to be honest. Shame about Dan, but Kemp and Rowe have developed a reputation for being high maintenance and sulkers. Hopefully all 3 can find opportunities and that 2 of them can reflect that behaviour and demeanour off the track can be as important as points on it.

So basically the delay is all down to which way Rob Lyon wants to go. Nicki P & Hans or NKI & Tungate NKI & Tungate is a no brainer over Nicki P & Andersen

Definitely didn’t happen but a bloody good idea. I believe with the season ticket you’re saving around £1.5 a match and 5p off a program, but what has been stated you miss one match you’re not saving anything. For me it’s about paying upfront and not having to find £40 on a Friday night for tickets.

Just popped up on my timeline. Never seen it before. The subway under Crystal Palace Parade. Being restored

His best riding position would be no 2 for Ipswich

Mr godfrey has built up scunny a bit like us starting in the lower league moving up when right,hope we can do the same.

I predict we will see good racing again at Redcar, not bothered about who finishes where, as long as it is a good season for everyone. MERRY XMAS

Nice to see updates on the comets on the " cumbria crac" website pic today of mr bain as promoter of comets but dont we need a copromoter as well?? Does mr denham still have his licence? Indeed have thomas armstrong shown any interest in the new stadium?,not trying to rock the boat just been nosey .

Read it wrong Lisa my mistake I thought I read race suits available for fans to buy not sponsor spec savers for me after Christmas I think bloody idiot I am that lol.

Finally. Its done the circuit of most clubs. Best to move on now.

Chronic underachiever, should be 8+ rider but just seems to just coast on the family name rather than putting the graft in to get better.

Can't imagine why a young rider who wants to develop would want to leave the so called best track in the country that runs limited meetings and is not readily available for practice at anytime .

Me? Just like to hit the oche every now and then......

Team page on the club site has now been made unavailable which suggests team announcements tomorrow as well.

Just going with this....i found a pic of motorcycle chariot racing from 1936(presumably a novelty attraction at one of the 2 speedway meetings held that year), and then stumbled across this

Was at an Ivan Mauger talk-in and when asked about the Mortons brothers he said "there was no difference (in ability) between Dave & Chris Morton, until Dave got injured", think it was from when Dave broke his thigh; at Hackney in 1976 ?....

Everything to do with TV - although FIM/FIM Europe commitments are taken into account, hence normally only fixed 2/3 weeks before.

Tad of the green eyed monster here me thinks

Hi HG I don't think Skidder was stirring. I sponsored a Poole race suit through Poole (Danny Ford) back in early 2020 before Covid kicked in for a rider who ultimately didn't ride for us as season was cancelled so it was transferred at the Club's expense to Danny Hume for 2021. As it turns out I gifted the suit to a good young supporter at the start of the 2020 season as a surprise so he was sent it at the end of the 2021 season. From memory cost about £600/650. £50 to get your name on a suit sounds a good deal as ultimately what do you do with the suit at the end of the season anyway unless you are a kevlar collector . Everyone has a different budget so whether it be £50 for your name on it or £600/650 (as it was back then), the important thing is it gives supporters at all levels a chance to have their name involved in the sport. The actual sponsors can allocate their larger amounts via the individual clubs sponsorship brochures or via the promoters.

Thanks Skidder (especially for the average!)

6.31 average he won’t keep that while he has hole in ass

Not sure how that is "tactically questionable". If Kennedy is the best reserve in the league he should be capable of beating opposition second strings riding at number 6 & Joe T should be beating opposition number 7s most of the time. Swap them round & Kennedy scores the points Joe T would from beating number 7s, but Joe scores far less & so does the team!

NSW’s solo title Final from Kurri Kurri

The Cumbrian strangler. Now there’s a title for any up and coming movie director. Not knowing the facts behind it it must have been a weight on his shoulders for most off the year.

Got paid by someone to keep it down

Taking league matches from last season (on speedway website) and including bonus points. Douglas 9.52 Nick Morris 9.52 Richard Lawson 9.23 Richie Worrall 8.99 Steve Worrall 8.86. I would guess that Douglas in in the same league as these riders this year.

If Kyle participation in question then Bailey may not be a bad option. The Speedway Stats site gives a revealing insight on his development since joining Glasgow in 2019 as a 16/17 year old His actual GSA for 2023 is 4.32 after the 2.5% reduction. However the stats are interesting taking all league and play off matches over the 3 seasons. 2019 - 26 matches - 2.72 or 3.36 incl bp 2020 the lost season 2021 - 21 matches - 4.27 or 5.26 incl bp 2022 - 29 matches - 5.04 or 5.81 incl bp Even his one season in N/L for B.Vue 2 as a 16/17 year old was 7.28 or 8.05 incl BP Some think maybe he is just a home track rider. Yes his av at Glasgow last season was 6.35 or 7.37 incl bp. BUT just consider those stats for a moment. A 4.32 GSA young rider who is not 21 until Aug 2023. He has improved his av in each of the 3 seasons he rode there. On a 6.35 av plus an addl bonus point on av each meeting at home. If he can adapt to Poole could be a good signing against so many 2 point and low av reserves. If Poole are looking at young riders who can add to their average is this not a rider worth considering ?? Was also third in the British U21 Final in August. He is also signed up to Sparta Wroclaw U24 Team for 2023. Anyway for those who are interested in rider stats .

Interesting fact. Jack Thomas only ran 4 last places in 2022 on his home track. All four were against Poole. In the first meeting he had bike issues in his first two but came out with 8 from his last three. He then made an attempt to come back from his wrist injury in the B fixture which resulted in two last places before being withdrawn. Looks like a rider who once dialled in can be a real force on his home track. Needs more consistency away from home and if he stays clear of injury could be very popular quickly with Poole fans. A sub 5 average needs to be improved or he will be at reserve after the first GS.

Rides on a British passport I believe. He's also rode in the NDL (Belle Vue Colts), so must be eligible for the 2.5% reduction.

As much as i like Max im not really sure how a rider who would have clocked 12.00 bar following home a team mate once is going to land a team place, its just too big a chunk of points used. Personally i think it would be nice to restrict the use of riders on high averages (to force rider progression up through and out the NDL) no 9+ riders for example but average manipulation would likely go crazy. My bigger hope is that Max lands a CL place as him missing out there after a strong finish with Leicester would be especially harsh.

Honestly What did ya Mam always say about listening to rumours... fake news Biffa fake news... Workington could have filled this team three times over with riders contacting them wanting to ride at Northside... and had a couple of spares to boot... Before it was even decided to run the outline team was there... only one rider has been approached and that was after the team build figures were raised and even then the club management did a great deal of soul searching before they swapped out the last rider because they had a couple of additional points to play with and here's the rub... they did go to the other cluds promotion impacted and told them the situatìon before making the approach... which they were thanked for... So there was "No tempting" and definitely no "throwing of big money" at anyone... however what riders will get is the opportunity of additional free track time during the week to hone their skills which other clubs will struggle to offer... This is a stand alone operation and if it does not pay it's way the team won't run next season it's as simple as that... this team has been built on a budget and with a business plan that will need to work... we need to have fans through the turnstiles and we need to have sponsorship from local business to make it work... neither are guarenteed yet... this first year racing is a work in progress and is being run separately from the training track... we can't afford one business to pull down the other... If money wasn't an issue and we had pleanty of it sloshing around to "Tempt Riders" and "Throw Big Deals At Them" we would have jumped directly into the Championship.... but we haven't and we are not in the fortunate position of some other clubs where the sport is bankrolled by a wealthy business... fiscal prudence especially in this first season back will very much be the watchword... So your rumour is no more than that Biffa or is it something you have made up just to stir things up... and if you try and follow the other motherly advice of... if you can't say anything nice don't say anything at all... may be a good mantra to follow... and keep your ill informed rumours to yourself... Regards THJ

6 year old average will be reassessed for sure, if not we’ll have Tai back on a 7 point average

Harris is top 10 in the Premiership averages, but isn't good enough to be a heat leader. Haha

Perhaps Belle Vues clever lawyer has challenged the asset system.......