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Didn't think we'd get as close to the Tigers as we did and in the end left ruing a couple of falls / exclusions or we could have grabbed a point. Fair play to young Jason guesting, Dillon however proved to be a shocker. Concern for me is Alfie's away form, from my calculations that's zero points in 3 away meetings in the league (he managed 3 points at Poole in the KOC meeting), his home form is decent but away he needs to start contributing. He seemed unlucky at Scunny from the stream I watched and would be keen to know from anyone there last night if he was anywhere near the pace?

I think it's 1. Howarth (G), 2. Bowtell, 3. Barker, 4. Palm Toft, 5. Andersen, 6. Edwards (G), 7. Ruml (G) Not sure on riding order but something like that.

Reserve wise it's probably as good as Plymouth could do with who is available, Howarth went well last night at Brum so hopefully he can repeat tomorrow. Will be really tough though, not expecting much so hopefully I can be pleasantly surprised.

Nail hit firmly on the head! It's all about reasonable expectations. 1. Dan Gilkes has been flying and arguably the best reserve in the league why wouldn't you be putting him in at every opportunity, I didn't see Alfie complaining at Scunny etc. 2. Henry's form both in the NL and CL has been questionable (bar one NL meeting at Plymouth) 3. Henry is only a handful of meetings into the season after a year out so was always going to need time to get going and I'd have thought those around him would appreciate that The point being that there is a massive impatience to Henry getting CL rides when his form doesn't warrant it. That sadly won't bode well for him at any club. Those around him feeling entitled will only end one way.

Harris isn't great at Plymouth and while the reserve guests are pretty decent, Gilkes can't be replaced so can't help but see Poole take this fairly comfortably. Hope I'm wrong.

As ever speedway is never straightforward. Have every expectation that Henry will end up at Oxford. No question he is withholding service but I'm sure Mr Godfrey will brush it under the carpet as he continues to hold his grudge against Plymouth. I wish Henry all the best as ultimately he's a good lad it's just a shame people close to him are calling the shots and interfering when the lad should just be allowed to get on with racing. I can't help but feel these things will ultimately have a negative impact.

Stunning result for the Gladiators and one I didn't expect. Gutted for Dan, hopefully not out too long. An unsung hero tonight for me was young Ablitt guesting at reserve. A couple of really important points from him made a real difference, heat 14 especially was unexpected. Two new reserves needed for Plymouth by the sounds of things.

I'm not sure it's Henry that doesn't fancy it, perhaps someone else in the camp though. Especially given a certain someone squared up to the Manager after Tuesday's meeting.

Incorrect. There are no pay problems at Plymouth. Let's just call it 'Politics'.

Leicester were massively overrated at the start of the season, similarly to Oxford who loads of people felt would be a playoff team. I think the thing that stood out to me at Plymouth was the poor attitude from some of the Lions team, they looked like they didn't want to be there before a wheel was turned. If senior riders in your team have that approach, well then you've lost before you've started. For that I'd be kicking some bottoms! Leicester will probably make the playoffs but unless Poole go down with injuries, it's theirs to lose.

A point is something but easily could and should have been more but for a corrupt ref. I'm sorry but when a rider apologises to another for taking them out but still gets put back in the re-run plus screwing Bomber over twice. He should be sacked.

Wow, now he's given Kerr the win when Bomber got him.

I'm further away and saw Riss take him out. Woeful refereeing

I rate Lawson big time and was gutted when he ended up at Poole and not Plymouth. For Plymouth last year he was top notch, gates consistently, aggressive and fast. To think we lost him because of some daft politics is a real shame. The good thing is I don't think there is any massive beef between either side so we may need to pinch him for a guest appearance or two unless Ed is fit again soon.

Harris on last nights form will be a good guest. Shame we couldn't have got Lawson though as I reckon he's more consistent off the gate and an ex Bear. I'd love to think we could run Redcar close and thought we would before we rode twice again Poole. I still hope we can do something but on the form of Barker, MPT and Anderson to date I think Redcar may find this more comfortable than thought. 52-38 I reckon.

I hope so! Can't handle Poole winning it again!!

Agreed, some serious kickings need to be given. Don't care it's early in the season, riders with this level of experience shouldn't need loads of meetings to get going. Based on the two Poole meetings I fancy Redcar will be a long night on Friday too! Lets hope we get a good guest if Kennett isn't back.

I'd hardly say he fenced him, if the shoe were on the other foot I'd fancy Lawson would do the same. It's racing! Looked the right decision albeit I didn't see a replay to see if actual contact was made but fencing him it really wasn't. As far as the stream went I thought it was really good, I'd say the commentators were really enthusiastic but perhaps a bit too one sided (and I'm a Plymouth fan). Either way I was really pleased with the production as a whole and will definitely use it again (not tomorrow though as Poole will thump us). I continue to despair at the track prep though, why oh why Plymouth continue to make the track so slick when firstly we seldom out-gate other teams and secondly it means racing is generally done by bend 2. You can see the track is so much smoother these days which is brilliant to see but seriously put some dirt on it and let them actually pass each other. Dan Gilkes though, what a hero! Looks a hell of a signing!

Despite the result, I'd still expect Scunny to be decent at home. Often see you lot build a team for strength at home and end up getting some batterings away. Why else would you continue to sign the likes of Lambert.

I'm hearing a big crowd is expected already due to online ticket sales, well over 1000 could be closer to 2000 at this rate which is great for the promotion and should create a cracking atmosphere. I like the Plymouth team overall and if riders stay fit and ride to their capability I can see us being a playoff side. Unfortunately Poole have a number of riders that ride Plymouth really well and have more experience than our heat leaders. Think Barker will go well but see Poole edging it on the night and then winning cosy at Wimborne. I can't get down for this sadly so may well stream it if they are doing it, think it should be a good one!

Should be the same for all and the possibilities Plymouth explored didn't come to fruition. It shows just how much Poland pay riders when they'd rather travel there every week, sign as part of a 'squad' and not necessarily ride rather than stay fairly local and probably score a lot of points. Anyway that being said, Kennett is generally good at Plymouth and while I still think his average is way higher than it is likely to end up, hopefully he can score some decent points.

Ellis isn't named yet because he can't be due to him committing to other meetings prior to his Brum signing, it was in the press release. I think he will be named from next week. Officially Plymouth can't line up at the tapes until they name a 7th rider, probably why they have been taken off the site. Can't help with the rest though.

I've heard a few names banded about, one of which as referenced above seems like a no-go despite what other riders appear to be doing. Sadly I get the impression Plymouth are going to end up signing a somewhat inferior rider to Kennett which will undoubtedly leave Plymouth bottom 4 contenders rather than top 4 which is a shame given they were quick to get the team together and were well fancied. As far as Kennett is concerned I don't blame him for choosing to step away from the sport, I can't help but think this wasn't something the promotion only found out about a couple weeks ago mind you and perhaps they could've moved quicker to find a replacement. Ultimately it's the fans that will be short changed with a below par team. That said, and I think it's been said in other threads but when some teams have three number 1's in their team it can make it hard to find replacements for such an important position for other teams.

Kennett isn't riding this season. They are talking to a couple of potential replacements.

Not overly bothered at losing Kennett, I don't think he would ever have got close to his starting average, the timing though is pretty crap. Keleher as suggested earlier would be a shocker. He was rubbish away and at home had a couple of half decent meetings but nowhere near good enough. If Ellis could be convinced to sack off Dackarna we'd be talking! Could Bjarne fancy one more year? I'd choose him over Crump all day long. Outside of that we may be struggling. Ellis Perks out of retirement maybe?