King Jamie

Perhaps it's his best Richard Lawson impression?

I still have vivid memories of the day my gloves froze to the wall at Shawfield during a Clyde vs Hearts match Sad to see another victory for the Green nutters

It doesn't always work like that. I well remember the 2007 season. We had a number of injuries and finished near the bottom. That year, the likes of Andrew Tully, Matthew Wethers and Derek Sneddon were 'stalwarts'. William Lawson had also featured for a while and, albeit not part of the declared 1-7, Aaron Summers was used as the equivalent of what's now an NL guest on a number of occasions. Roll on to 2008. Kaj Laukkanen and George Stancl were replaced by Ryan Fisher and THJ, joining the 5 named above. The result? A brilliant season. Strolled the league title and added the Premier Trophy for good measure. I should probably collect stats as to how many winter changes teams make on an annual basis. Sadly, I can't be bothered, so I can't actually say whether the above is the exception to any potential rule!

I entered the times below in my programme. Possibly one or two may be slightly out. As you said, it was quite loud. Heat 1. Awarded. Heat 2. 62.62. Heat 3. 63.12. Heat 4. 62.32. Heat 5. 61.62. Heat 6. 62.06. Heat 7. 62.75. Heat 8. 64.87. Heat 9. 65 13. Heat 10. 65.88. Heat 11. 63.19. Heat 12. 64.25. Heat 13. 63.93. Heat 14. 64.06. Heat 15. Absolutely no scoob whatsoever. Sorry.

"we", as in myself and any other Monarchs / speedway fans who may agree with me. You appear to not be in agreement with my thoughts. That's not a problem. Fair play and all that. It may well be that I am the only Monarchs / speedway fan to whom it matters. Not really something we could prove either way. You're more than welcome to undertake a fan survey in an attempt to find out? I'm well aware what my name is m'dear. The difference being, this is an online forum for, amongst others, terracing nobodies such as myself. Nothing official about it. By comparison: British Speedway website - he's referred to as Josh. In the Monarchs programme, it's Josh. Monarchs website - it's Josh everywhere I've looked, apart from in the live updates for some reason. Official channels should stick to official names at all times and on a consistent basis. I've always been annoyed at the use of inaccurate ID. It goes back a number of years. For example, several tracks have printed / announced riders by referring to them as: Dalle Andersson (instead of Daniel) Thomas Jonasson (missing the vital H in the middle) Rusty Harrison (instead of Russell) Willie Lawson (instead of William) Paco Castagna (instead of Michele) The list is endless. A poor show.

He's been paid, week in week out, for doing his job throughout those 7 years. What further public thanking are you expecting? Fishing for platitudes is a sad way to live life. At least we won't be subjected to any more "Joshie" nonsense in the updates.

Poole's change was due to injury. Unavoidable. Glasgow's change was due to a rider being told to go home. Unavoidable. Oxford's change was an attempt to strengthen their team. Wholly avoidable. Bad Oxford. Cheats!

Makes a difference from the usual saggy old cushion

I hope you didn't hold your breath Monarchs achieved the grand total of 15 points from 16 meetings. Being crowned Champions on the basis of the final 6 meetings would be nothing short of embarrassing. Thankfully, it won't happen. I'm going to put the above down to a transposition error and say well done on your correct prediction.

I don't think you'll need to touch any wood (Dayle included) in order to get your wish. Neither side deserves a chance to claim themselves as Champions this season. Here's to Poole winning the group and going on to clinch the title. #Peoples'sChampions

If Charles wasn't injured, would the call for a ban still be "appalling"?

Ian Barney was one of my auld man's favourites. I recognised him from the black and white pic but not the colour one.

Edinburgh and Glasgow currently sitting top of their respective groups. Could we be in for a repeat of the 2015 Final?

Good to see Dayle Wood back in action yesterday. His presence could be key in the Monarchs' upcoming play off push.

Who writes the live updates on the Monarchs website? Repeated use of "Joshie". His name's Josh. Always has been. Always will be.

Why? If they finish top, they'll be the People's Champions in my eyes and I for one hope they go on and win the stupid play offs.

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Does that mean Zach is Master Chef? As for our namesake, it seems it's more a case of Can't Cook, Won't Cook.

It was a joke about them being twins. Lighten up.

If Richie had half a brain, he would've sent Steve to Plymouth in his place last night. See if anyone noticed.

I suspect that comes back to another part of the family Courtney quote - "lack of rider availability". Arranging meetings must be a complete nightmare nowadays, especially at weekends when all sorts of competitions take place (in UK and abroad). Therefore, in a bid to have as many of the declared 1-7's of both sides on show, perhaps double headers are the only 'solution'. Beyond that, you're looking at one / both side(s) filled with r/r and guests. I remember when I travelled to every meeting, home and away, religiously (Monarchs and Devils). I said to one of the guys then that British Speedway was dying. That must've been 2009 or earlier. Here we are in 2023 and the sport is, somehow, just about clinging on to dear life. Sadly, each passing year sees another nail, small or large, drilled firmly into the coffin

Ellis is French.

Of course you'll improve. You've just signed Tarasenko to replace Nowak! Think of Friday as Glasgow's 'last night off'. The warm-up league meetings are almost over. The stupid play-offs are almost here and they're all that matter nowadays. #whybotherwiththefirstfivemonths?

Rosenberg? That was some game!

I'm good, thanks. Keeping busy and out of trouble! Unlike yourself, I'm still following Sheffield's finest football club