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What about the Bournemouth Buccaneers? Was that not a Poole junior team that ended up losing a shed load of money? Poole then made the decision to concentrate on what they’re good at, which was to pay for developed talent, which was undoubtedly good business for lower and same league teams. This route is sadly now lost due to the unnecessary (in my view) collapse of the retained list system. Anyway, can we move on from All our Yesterdays and get back to Poole 2026

I think Cooper needs to have some of the weight of expectation lifted off his young shoulders. Too many lads were going to be a superstar the minute they hit 16. Like Joe Haines 20 years ago or more recently Kyle Bickley, Archie Freeman, Ashton Boughen, even Will Cairns. At 15/16 they are still growing, some up the way, some round the way, some both, and body size and shape can be critical. I’m hopeful he’ll do exceptionally well and, certainly for his first year at this level, he’s going to the team with arguably the best manager and the Poole fans will get behind him as they do all the triers.

When was that because it was never going to happen? The decision came down to two teams, neither of which was Workington.

When did Cairns change his mind? And about what?

Will Poole be rushing to do the last reveal before Christmas?

I’ll buy you one for when you get to care home stage

That big?

I beg to differ, even allowing for him being, from what I can make out, by far the youngest number one. I think round Armadale, he’ll hold his own against every other team’s number one barring Oxford and Scunthorpe and away should give a good account of himself at all of the tracks. He’s made great progress and Edinburgh will look after him. Watch out for @King Jamie finally changing his name

I think, as an Australian, he’s allowed up to 180 days in UK without a visa. He would, of course, need a work visa if he was riding in UK

So what would you think would be reasonable pay for the riders, bearing in mind those on, say £200 a point would expect £600 for a win and £400 for second?

Dear Mr Rat The first step on the road to recovery is to own up to and face your failings and I’m pleased you’ve finally recognised not only the nature of your problems but also how pathetic you come across with your rudeness and bullying. I have a list of therapists that I can send you who can help you continue your progress if you feel that would be of interest

What was the year that Glasgow had a stonking top five of Parker, Stancl, Grieves, Bentley and Jones (I think) and then two low averaged reserves? How did that work out for them? Unless Oxford have snatched the much heralded Rushen away from Poole, then they may find they struggle at 6 and 7

What would Nathan Ablitt come in on?

Am I the only one who didn’t see that signing coming?

Does he qualify for a visa?

In the unlikely event, maybe very unlikely event, that Barker’s not back, who else would have him?

I usually rely on you to be the oracle but, how much implied additional experience does he have? Mr Google isn’t very helpful here with both riders being shown as coming to prominence in 2022. (And I wouldn’t normally split hairs but it’s just about 6 1/2 not 7 years between them)

You don’t really do reading well in your haste to condemn anything and everything about Poole. Look 5 posts back from yours and you have your answer. With uncertainly surrounding the Premiership, many doubling up riders have looked to sign for a European team to try to safeguard their earnings.

Top class reveal and a great line up. Well done Glasgow

Trackrat stalking Poole supporters. What’s with the fixation?

Hodder and ?????

But why would the “mini success” of the championship teams allow either their product to be watered down as they have to give quality riders away to ex-Prem teams or see their costs rocket because they have to take on ex-Prem riders to stay competitive? This is a top league problem and they have their own CEO so it’s up to him and his team to sort without compromising other leagues.

Both of whom have ridden championship in the past. Teams don’t overlook riders who they believe to be competent enough. I think Nathan was unfortunate but don’t know why. I’m sure he’ll get a place during 2026. As for Ben, he’s 31 and has had many chances. A team succeeds by bringing in riders who improve during the year but I don’t think that can still be expected of Ben. On the other side, Max Perry, for one, is the type of rider that teams believe has a lot more to give so I’d expect him to get a place next year.

Please name one British rider “perfectly competent at Championship level” who can’t get a team place - and back up your claim of competency.

I think you’ll find there was a lot more to Stewart (not Stuart) Dickson going than not being a yes man. And I can’t see Cami’s company listed as a sponsor these days. Even if it was, I doubt that would influence the owners who are not known for suffering fools and chancers