Disappointed that we are not having a pairs round. Have to say that, given the choice, would rather have the pairs on the 24th at Owlerton, and move the Ipswich match elsewhere. Anyone think the same?
The pairs match at Sheffield on 24th, October, is not happening, at least not on this date, they are now scheduled to ride the outstanding Ipswich fixture.
Not too many free nights before November. Only premiership free night is Monday 31st October. This, I believe is the day after a stock cars meeting, as is Monday 24th, so can't help feeling Sheffield are pushing their luck.
Sounds similar to the situation earlier this year, regarding Bewley going to Belle Vue, which our promoters rejected. Therefore why would they want it now?
In practice then, if a club has a Thursday match, and it has rained the previous Sunday in Poland, what then? Re-arrange a scheduled fixture? (popular with fans who have made arrangements?). Use guests or R/R? (fans wanting to see their own ridery, not to mention availability problems). Can not think why BSPL would agree to this.
Well I reckon, that if Sheffield beat Wolves in the play offs, they have 9 matches (4 play offs, 2 league cup, 2 pairs and Ipswich), to fit in, with only a total of 10 Mondays and Thursdays before November. Hope it stays dry.