Rickyag Posted January 22 Report Share Posted January 22 16 hours ago, IanBrannan said: Maybe judge it from the not free stream... That was not the normal show, due to it being (checks notes) Free. 😂 I thought all the presenters were poor on the night and certainly did not persuade me to pay for any future streams with BSN. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnieg Posted January 22 Report Share Posted January 22 (edited) 2 hours ago, Preston Comet said: Was this the junior meeting at the end of season? Who was the young lass in the pits? She seemed to know what she was doing Probably Demi Blu Harris? Saw her twice last season on 250s (Worky & Iwade), she's got some fight in her. Edited January 22 by arnieg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Comet Posted January 22 Report Share Posted January 22 No, i meant doing the interviews Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWellBehavedWorrall Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 Can’t praise BSN enough; they’re almost single-handedly keeping the sport in the UK visible and accessible. I hadn’t attended Ashfield for many years until I heard about BSN and tuned in. Two years later, I’m a track regular again; all because of BSN. As such, I cannot get on-board with any criticism of them. I’ve been a season pass holder for two years now and I think they’re adapting to each venue and improving the product every year. I don’t think you can ask for any more. They’re good people too. They’re authentic. I think Ian and Greg (Brennan and Blair, if I recall) are great. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 26 minutes ago, TheWellBehavedWorrall said: Can’t praise BSN enough; they’re almost single-handedly keeping the sport in the UK visible and accessible. I hadn’t attended Ashfield for many years until I heard about BSN and tuned in. Two years later, I’m a track regular again; all because of BSN. As such, I cannot get on-board with any criticism of them. I’ve been a season pass holder for two years now and I think they’re adapting to each venue and improving the product every year. I don’t think you can ask for any more. They’re good people too. They’re authentic. I think Ian and Greg (Brennan and Blair, if I recall) are great. I certainly can’t see how there can be any criticism of BSN , you bought a package your were watching do roughly £ 5 a meeting. Race coverage was generally 1st Class and the Presentation Package on the night was excellent,unlike some Presenters on Discovery( no names) who hadn’t a clue on what to ask a rider. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youhave2minutes Posted January 23 Report Share Posted January 23 No streams for me this year. Pension won’t stretch that far🥲 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk127 Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 16 hours ago, Youhave2minutes said: No streams for me this year. Pension won’t stretch that far🥲 Watch Polish speedway for free on the internet/smart t v . Keep eye on the International section where Racer & Royals and Stewmac are excellent in providing the links for the various matches. Unless you speak Polish the commentary might be an issue but to listen to how animated some get you do not need to understand the language. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YeOldPitGate Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 17 hours ago, Youhave2minutes said: No streams for me this year. Pension won’t stretch that far🥲 Lidl are recruting 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youhave2minutes Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 13 minutes ago, YeOldPitGate said: Lidl are recruting Knackered mate. Only just got over the line.😩 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enotian Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 1 hour ago, Hawk127 said: Watch Polish speedway for free on the internet/smart t v . Keep eye on the International section where Racer & Royals and Stewmac are excellent in providing the links for the various matches. Unless you speak Polish the commentary might be an issue but to listen to how animated some get you do not need to understand the language. Don't disagree but there are lots of long intervals where knowing the language helps 😃 What I notice is how much a difference having a large vocal crowd makes. But what is it with this desire to have numerous planned delays? Swedish league is the same. Momentum is lost and this shouldn't be a time for a bovril sport. Those breaks must be difficult for even experienced broadcasters. How do you fill for 15 minutes if you've only seen 5 minutes of speedway, of which there might be 2 or 3 incidents worthy of discussion/replay. I imagine a much better product would be much easier to present. Just a thought, but if BSN was my business I'd reach out to broadcasters or Universities with a view to providing them with an opportunity to train their staff/students. I know Sky have an 'academy' to train presenters, reporters, commentators and technical staff of the future. What greater way to learn than by being given the opportunity to produce a live sporting event. Sure you don't get the finished article but you do get enthusiasm and raw talent trying to improve their skills. You also get on the broadcasters radar, The broadcaster might even pay for the training opportunity or at the least you get access to free resources. Realise speedway is a bit niche but the skills required to take part in a live broadcast are all the same. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyretrax Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 On 1/22/2026 at 11:21 AM, Dave_minall said: I notice you're always quick to jump in when someone criticises BSN Ian - you're welcome to your opinion however! Does he not work for BSN? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveLyric2 Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 5 hours ago, enotian said: Don't disagree but there are lots of long intervals where knowing the language helps 😃 What I notice is how much a difference having a large vocal crowd makes. But what is it with this desire to have numerous planned delays? Swedish league is the same. Momentum is lost and this shouldn't be a time for a bovril sport. Those breaks must be difficult for even experienced broadcasters. How do you fill for 15 minutes if you've only seen 5 minutes of speedway, of which there might be 2 or 3 incidents worthy of discussion/replay. I imagine a much better product would be much easier to present. Just a thought, but if BSN was my business I'd reach out to broadcasters or Universities with a view to providing them with an opportunity to train their staff/students. I know Sky have an 'academy' to train presenters, reporters, commentators and technical staff of the future. What greater way to learn than by being given the opportunity to produce a live sporting event. Sure you don't get the finished article but you do get enthusiasm and raw talent trying to improve their skills. You also get on the broadcasters radar, The broadcaster might even pay for the training opportunity or at the least you get access to free resources. Realise speedway is a bit niche but the skills required to take part in a live broadcast are all the same. With most tracks doing their own streams for home meetings, there are some very decent and knowledgeable commentary and pits interviewers around that could be considered for BSN - if only for some variety instead of the same voices (and opinions!?). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chips Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 On 1/24/2026 at 4:38 PM, tyretrax said: Does he not work for BSN? He is a commentator yes but has no stake in the business if my memory serves me correct. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
False dawn Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 I think the issues around BSN are simple. Without them, we wouldn't have any league speedway on TV this year at all. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Youhave2minutes Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 11 hours ago, False dawn said: I think the issues around BSN are simple. Without them, we wouldn't have any league speedway on TV this year at all. Will they add Tatum on the team 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinspeedway Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 They'll always be someone who doesnt like the coverage but I think majority of people who watch BSN are happy with the service. There will be presenters that are to someone's taste and not to others but overall the coverage is brilliant and better than the TV. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
False dawn Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 20 hours ago, Youhave2minutes said: Will they add Tatum on the team Tatum O’neal? That would be a refreshing change. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Shovlar Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 I think BSN is brilliant. Hope they continue to grow and expand. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marko Posted January 28 Report Share Posted January 28 I did not sub to BSN in 2025 and not because of their service but they can only work with what they are given and the product of British Speedway is in the main crap. I don't have a team to support anymore so as a neutral i want to see good racing and most tracks now are so slick because the bikes cant handle anything else. There is no variety with so few clubs and riders riding for multiple, for me its not worth it. Nor do i have cable tv sky etc I stick with watching highlights on social media and looking through more vintage stuff (ie pre laydowns) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWellBehavedWorrall Posted February 3 Report Share Posted February 3 @IanBrannan are you able to disclose any information in terms of what the imbeciles at the BSPL are advising about this season’s fixtures? It must be a nightmare for BSN; unable to promote or sell literally the only positive product associated with what has become a shambles of a sport in this country. Add to that the fact fans can’t plan travel and accommodation while riders committed to more organised leagues will inevitably encounter availability issues with their UK clubs. The AGM was almost a month ago. They are utterly inept at their job. It’s embarrassing. 1 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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