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I too have enjoyed my visits to Brafield. The racing last night was excellent. Obviously a shame about the necessary track work but handled well by the track staff with informative announcements and the fan’s patience. Only 11 points between the three heat leaders is a big issue for the Foxes but I don’t suppose there is an easy fix at this time of the season. It’s a shame because the second strings and reserves are working very hard but without a big hitter it’s not enough to get those wins.

For more details about the NSSC ……. https://www.nuneatonspeedwaysupportersclub.co.uk

The NSSC are proud to host a special evening for the Speedway Riders Benevolent Fund on 28th July. Paul Ackroyd will be joined by Carl Stonehewer and Ricky Ashworth in what promises to be an interesting, entertaining and emotional event. All proceeds on the night will of course be for the Ben’ Fund. Only £4 entry with a raffle and donations accepted on the night. The venue is the Brandon Club which is just down the road from the stadium and the meeting starts at 8pm. The Club offers a good range of beers with hot drinks and light snacks. Address; Brandon Club, Main Street, Brandon, Coventry, CV8 3HW

If you live within striking distance of Brandon Stadium here’s a date for your diaries. 28th July 8pm. Carl Stonehewer, Ricky Ashworth and Paul Ackroyd will be at the NSSC for a special Ben’ Fund evening. Ricky last came to the NSSC in 2018. He joined Garry Stead and Adam Roynon on that occasion. Everyone who was there that night will remember what an emotional and enjoyable evening it was. Everyone is welcome to attend.. All money raised will go to the Ben’ Fund. Only £4 entry, raffle and donations. All details here; https://www.nuneatonspeedwaysupportersclub.co.uk

By the way I think the SM-Vecken is a great idea (which the Swedish speedway final is part of). As far as I understand it is like a small Olympics with a different host city each year. Thirty sports are represented and have their respective national championships in one week which is all showcased on the free to air national tv.

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Karlstad for the Swedish Final. Smart stadium, great crowd and some good racing. Only about £12.50 for 22 heats! Apart from the better known riders, Casper Henriksson impressed me with his never say die attitude. It made up for last year’s rain-offs for the Final and Nyköping later the same week! The weather looks set fair for tomorrow’s Örnarna v Solkatterna so we are looking forward to a new track which will take us up to 16 Swedish tracks.

If you enjoy the BSN coverage you may be interested in meeting the team at the NSSC. Ian Brannan, Ben Duffill, Martin Hunter and Greg Blair (and maybe more) will be at the Brandon Club on Tuesday 30th June at 8pm. The BSN team visited last year. It was a really interesting evening with plenty of laughs and inside stories. Everyone is welcome to attend with an entry of £4 with all proceeds for GB Youth Speedway. Come and join us for an evening of speedway chatter and help young British riders. The Brandon Club (just down the road from the stadium) offers some good beers, hot drinks and light snacks. Parking at the rear of the building and plenty of on street parking. Address. Main Street, Brandon, Coventry, CV8 3HW

Well I was really impressed. A great crowd, all the facilities you need and the track looks a good shape and size with plenty of room on the banked bends. The track was a bit slick tonight and gate 4 was an advantage but I’m sure they’ll improve the track preparation as the season progresses. Great to see the riders going full tilt with no concerns and also good to see the crowd react so well to any Foxes heat wins. Looks like plenty of home support and not just folk there for the event which augurs well.

Above all let’s hope it’s a successful, exciting and safe meeting. And …. Shoe Army! Shoe Army! Shoe Army!

Northampton Foxes co-promoter Paul Hunsdon was the guest speaker at the NSSC on Tuesday evening. With news breaking just before the meeting that the venue had passed the SCB Inspection the atmosphere was really positive. Paul said; Tickets can be purchased on-line or on entry to the track by card or cash. Large free car park. OK to take camping chairs etc. Sensible entry checks. No bottles but OK with food and soft drinks, tea etc. Large bar, food outlets and seating for 750 otherwise large grass banks.

Yes it was confirmed last night at the NSSC. 310mtrs. Apparently the 396mtrs was an original measurement by the owners around the perimeter of the track, not the inner kerb/white line.

Northampton Foxes co-promoter Paul Hunsdon was the guest speaker at the NSSC last night. With news breaking just before the meeting that the venue had passed the SCB Inspection the atmosphere was really positive. Paul said; Tickets can be purchased on-line or on entry to the track by card or cash. Large free car park. OK to take camping chairs etc. Sensible entry checks. No bottles but OK with food and soft drinks, tea etc. Large bar, food outlets and seating for 750 otherwise large grass banks. All ticket information here; https://northampton-speedway.com/tickets-hospitality

Us Cobblers fans could do with a distraction at the moment!

The co-promoter of Northampton Foxes, Paul Hunsdon, will be the guest of the NSSC at the Brandon Club on Tuesday 28th April. Everyone is welcome at these events with entry only £4 with all proceeds going to help the GB Young Lions. Come along, listen to Paul and have the opportunity to ask questions. The meeting starts at 8pm. The venue; Brandon Club, Main Street, Brandon, Coventry, CV8 3HW

Surely ‘Foxes’ is heavily associated with Leicester and Leicestershire???