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As discussed add Mildenhall to that list as I want to put 250 lads out on a regular basis at West Row.

It's Robbie who is due to have laps after the meeting on Sunday to see if he is fit enough to return at Redcar on Thursday. Armo has meetings at Plymouth on Friday and Weymouth on Saturday so I can't see him travelling home via Mildenhall for a few laps ??

Now have a space , maybe two for the 250's on Sunday -- if interested e-mail me at : laurencerogers@blueyonder.co.uk or call 07801429304

We are having, for the 2nd time this season (and we've only had two meetings so far!!) , the 250 cc lads in the 2nd half. Booked in so far are : Adam Portwood, Rhys Naylor and I await confirmation off Marc Owen and Tom Stokes. They were very entertaining last time and it's great to see them get track time anywhere.

His first track was actually Stoke (then Chesterton) in 1973. I saw him practice at Weymouth when I went there with Bryan Woodward and introduced him to Russ Bragg and Pete Lansdale. He never really settled in at Loomer Road and transfered to Eastbourne later in the season. Became one of the top men in the National League.

just read it quickly and saw the bit on Belle Vue and didn't take it in as was browsing whilst havinga break whilst at my office!!! Apologies !!

My British Speedway Directory does not go into all that detail but most of it --- hope moderators don't mine me plugging it!! -- £3.50 with colour maps and directions and details of all tracks and the speedway museum . Postal applications +50p P+P with cheques payable to : L Rogers . Send to : 111 Bilston Lane, Willenhall, West Midlands WV13 2JJ

Just spoken to his dad and he has broken 2/12 and fractured L1 verterbrae. Being fitted with body brace in next day and transferred to Royal Perth Hospital where he will see the best spinal specialist there. Big Trev expects him to be there for at least a week. Recovery 6 weeks to 6 months dependent on him and how it goes. They will know more tomorrow --but Big Trev says it probably sounds worse than it is. For those who know Trev and what he's like --he is frustrated at just having to lie there not doing anything!! If I get any more news from Big Trev tomorrow will post it then.

Thanks Bryn --will probably give his dad Big Trev a call later.

Saw a posting elsewhere that Trev Harding crashed and was taken to hospital --any news ? Tried to txt him but had no reply.

Yes Bryn --you and I would much rather be down under at this time of the year!! Not sure then what Nicole was referring to in the e-mail she sent me (must have been on the VB and Toohey's??!!! ) or maybe your favourite tipple ...Bundy!!! Have just edited the original post having read the e-mail closer!!! Whoops --must have been the glass of Asti I had with my Xmas dinner!!

Any details from NSW title . Had an e-mail off Nicole (Lee Herne's girlfriend) to say that Lee had won NSW title --well done mate!! Bet that brought a big smile to dad Phil's face!! Edit --just read the e-mail again ...Lee has "got" the NSW titles tonight was what I misread!!!

Tired Mitchell --you're young you shouldn't get tired!! Hope you enjoyed your trip to the UK and riding at several tracks. All the best . Laurence

Lunchy --Mark's been back home a while now.

Courtesy of Tom Naylor : MILDENHALL DRAGONS 1.Ashley Morris 1.Mark Owen 2.Connor Dwyer 2.Brendon Warvill 3.Rhys Naylor 3.Chris Bint 4.Laurence Barber 4.Adam Portwood

The 250 lads will be riding at Mildenhall this Sunday (October 14th) with a six heat match , Mildenhall v The Dragons. This will take place during the Shareholders Junior Championship with the heats taking place where there are natural breaks for two rides on the trot after heats 4, 8, 12, 16, 20 and before the Final (heat 22). So with 28 races on the agenda and with reduced admision prices of £10 adults, £8 concessions, £2 for the 5-15's and under 5's free this is a good value for money meeting. Parade at 4.20 and 1st Race 4.30. Either Tom or I will post the teams once we have them finalised.

Thanks Tom --will talk about the format in next few days then. Perhaps a 6 heat 4 man per team meeting ??

I am looking forward to the 250cc lads coming to Mildenhall on Sunday 14th October. I am working with Tom Naylor on which riders are coming so I can decide as to what we exactly do --individual races or if we can get 8 then a mini-match . This will be part of the Shareholders Junior Trophy with a great line-up with the meeting sponsored by meeeting will go out when there are natural breaks in the 20 heat formula after heats 4, 8 ,12, 16, 20 and between the semi-final and grand Final --so that will mean some 28 races on the afternoon!!

May I pass on my congratulations to little Sarj --bet he had a smile a mile wide (as did mum and dad!!). Nice one !!

Certainly improved from his debut night against us up at Edinburgh and on the pace. Nice to see your Fen Tigers icon there Herman!! Got your bikes moved up yet ready for a spin??

Kyle is really looking forward to it. Thanks go to everyone who has made it possible --including Anders who was most helpful . Just trying to arrange borrowing a rolling chassis for Kyle for the meetings he will do for Team Dalakraft till the end of the season.

Sorry to hear the news of the passing of Speedy Pete.

Well done Fred!! For any Lego fans wanting to help with his expenses for the GP Final in Denmark in September he is having some pit shirts done in his colours of grey, red and white which will sell at £30 with all profits going to the trip fund. Orders can be e-mailed to me at : laurencerogers@blueyonder.co.uk

What problems did Darcy have with the machinery ? Congats to Taylor and Alex.

He might not make it this time tigerblues but he'll be giving a damn good go --but he will make it eventually mark my words!! Very proud of the boy . Amazingly before he went and we had a long talk we thought 8 might just do it and 9 would be safe --and it was!! Any sponsors out there willing to get behind the boyand back him????