SteveLyric2

After his second big crash (when leading!) he returned to the hospital for more tests as he was in extreme pain when trying to turn the bike. Following a second MRI scan, a previously undiagnosed spinal disc rupture injury was discovered. The medics (who missed it the first time) advised upto 6 months rest, so he informed the promotion (he was living at Matt Ford's) that he had to step down and return to Oz for proper recuperation and treatment.

Is getting a bad spinal injury failing?

So Poole's team average for October is 44.98. That's one helluva lot to shave off for 2027 assuming the rumoured 38 point limit happens. That's even taking account of any 2.5% Brit discount!!

Rumour has it that the ref refused to take Kyle's phone call!!

For all those anti-Cairns fans who either weren't there or left before the post-meeting interviews, Will said he wanted to be at Poole next year but doubted it would happen due to the points limit, new rules etc. Matt and Danny would have some big decisions to make!!!

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So a 6 point deficit for Poole to make up. Time for another 60 point home win methinks. Hopefully Lewi and Slater are fit enough to race and Cooper and Rocketman can get their machinery sorted.

Will they go up against the SGPs on those Saturdays, or..............?

Poole have said they are 'hopeful' that Slater is fit to return for the 2nd leg! Personally, if the badly-gashed hand is bad enough to keep him out tonight then I can't see it improving sufficiently for him to be fit tomorrow?! But we'll see..........

Jordy Loftus guests for Slater on Tuesday. Pirates hopeful that Slater is fit enough for Wednesday.

I thought the medics were concerned about his neck, not concussion. But we'll know pretty soon.....

Does that mean everyone was 'hot' on the heels of Poole all season?

From what I'm hearing you may have another south coast club to visit in 2027 as well.

Havvy said he had a badly gashed right hand but I think the medics were a bit more concerned about his neck!

So no dust or slick track but a wet, heavy track leading to crashes and processional riding. Match abandoned at 33-39. Monarchs unbeaten home record goes up in smoke too.

So both teams at full strength with no guests. Whats the weather forecast locally? Poole Co-Promoter Danny Ford calling for a professional performance from the Pirates, so I guess the initial target will be 34 points by heat 10. Lets hope BSN have sorted their issues from last night........!!

That televised British final of 16 of the best British riders actually had 13 that were in Championship teams!

Do you mean Championship?

Not forgetting a promoter who was famous (notorious??) for preparing the track for his home riders!!

🤣🤣 What price a 10-team Championship in 2027?😉

Matt Ford stepped away from the BSPL Board when he moved to France to renovate the chateau. Danny Ford took his place but notified his intention to resign at the end of the 2025 season and eventually resigned at the delayed AGM in January 2026.(It was taking up too much of his time when he was newly married, planning to start a family, and as the youngest promoter at the time was doubtlessly not being listened to!!!) The BSPL board now is mainly Premiership promoters, Bates, Lemon, Lyon ( + Morris) plus Godfrey and Campbell. Matt Ford did have a spell as Chair of the old BSPA back in the day.

The 2 Kids Crew races seemed very well supported. Kids (and some adults) in amongst the terraces, clamouring for photos with Pirate Lee - all there watching another Pirates win as well. A 50/50 draw worth £230 (I think thats the most this season?) to the winner. Whats not to like!!!!

All this talk about Mr Coleman on the Poole 2027 topic?? WTF?? In the meantime who is up for an away trip to Eastbourne in 2027 in a proper South Coast derby?😉😉😇

Kai Thomson

So Worky finally complete their season - so early for many! - and say goodbye to their "Mr Motivator" Team Manager, James. Lets hope they can 'soften up' the Bears for next week......😂