stevebrum

Why must it? Come March 1st a rider not in a declared line up can go on loan. I thinks its 50/50 which way it will go with the loan looking streets ahead. It was lovely thanks, except for the biased neighbours in the red and black caravan next door that everyone else was trying to ignore.

I am so glad we agree. And name calling went out when you went into senior school.

Good to hear that Ford is taking the stance with the seriousness we would expect. It is just a shame there is still no follow up from the man he employs to manage the Pirates who apparently condones Darcy`s behaviour and the behaviour of kids of that age. I seriously hope the FIM and governing bodies ensure they do regular and random drug tests on Darcy and all riders because the sooner we give out the message that drug taking has no place in this sport the better (except for those on the forum who think it is perfectly acceptable to have a bit of weed every now and then of course).

Says all i need to know about you, thanks.

Or lets go drink driving instead.

Think it is no secret that Batch wanted to be back with Swindon, and the rider usually gets what he wants. Think we all expect he will be with Swindon come the start of the season which is as expected. He didn't want to ride for Peterborough, they were probably only considering him if Bjerre wasn't fit to start (all assumptions) so i think Batch probably jumped the gun with the alleged tweet. And a club still refusing permission for loan after March 1st when they have no place for an asset is professional?

Lots of aspects about the sport are unprofessional. a club stopping an asset from sorting his UK career out could be deemed equally as unprofessional.

Didn't Belle Vue announce schlein as an asset last season? Didn't Coventry say they had purchased Larsen? Intention is one thing following through is another. Think the press release is quite clear - If Batchelor had been allowed on loan (considering his parent club do not have an intent to use) then the Morris deal would have been done and dealt with now. Wolves have released an intent to sign Wells on a full contract, they haven't yet (as far as i know). Isn't it a very similar situation? Morris i am convinced will be a Swindon asset before the start of the season - so long as a parent club doesn't stop its own asset from earning a living and forcing Swindon`s hand.

Plus quite possibly they may have been given information via a source or tip off? It does happen doesn't it.

Makes it pretty clear. Cannot believe some posters are claiming dodgy dealings and Swindon not playing things right by announcing Morris as an asset. Think they have been perfectly clear. It is only one promotion insisting on Swindon spending money they don't have. They put buying Morris as priority and no cash for anyone else, what is wrong with that? So how many clubs have splashed more cash this close season to validate such a ridiculous request? We are in a recession, it is time some clubs got real. Hopefully Batch will go on loan after March 1st to the Robins, if not then his parent club will be stopping him earning a living.

aaah, thanks for the explanation. To be honest have never applied so i had always assumed that your country issued it. Surely the UK can still say no like other countries that require them? Oz and America tend to be quite tight on them?

Filled in also. I too would be interested to hear the results, oh and good luck!

Agreed. I cannot believe that some are so niave as to think its just a simple an easy thing to deal with. Having his passport and visa from Oz gives no guarantees he will be allowed in the UK, He could still maintain he has no convictions (from this latest issue at least) but any exploration from any border/passport control will uncover that the incident is on file and could easily choose to refuse entry. Nothing is certain just because Oz have given him his visa.

Because they want the rest!!!! Of course there must be plenty in the know who will speak out and say (like silencergate) that Ward wont be the only one worried if tests are introduced.

Not really a surprise is it. Still sad news. Am i the only the thinks its timed with a due announcement from the Bees as to who will be the new manager?

I take it then you are saying that this is more common place with the riders, bit like silencer gate. Big words.

Just the one, Peterborough`s Shovlar.

Some Poole fans will do anything to distract attention from them!

Just admitted smoking drugs. It is clear from several posts on this subject those who are pro use of recreational use (for an illegal substance), but thankfully in the minority. I am sure there are many who still see Darcy as a perfect role model, which is sad. We are talking about a professional sportsperson taking drugs (one off, supposedly!) in his own time. Maybe if he had injured someone whilst doing a runner (or worse) it would still be condoned because, lets face it, people get knocked over by vehicles all the time. Just when you think the vast majority of speedway folk are decent , well thought out individuals .... well, you live and learn! He wasn't convicted but admits smoking weed and driving away drunk as well. So all is fine i guess. I would imagine the retort will be that i'm a Poole hater or knocker i guess.

No idea what you are trying to imply, but not many id reckon.

Bit like the late night brawl, and the `incident` involving another. How unlucky can one person be. As the paper is standing by what was said Middlo really has to explain in what context it was said. His silence means he knows he said it. He only has to explain to context and we can all move on. Other than that we have to believe that is how he views kids taking drugs. The proof will be if he is drug tested before or during the season. He needs testing BEFORE he is allowed to race in the UK and should be part of his acceptance to be allowed into the UK. Only then can the Authorities know for sure it was a `one off`. And to not do that is putting other riders lives at risk by those in charge of the sport in the UK. He really should be drug screened BEFORE he boards a plane or at least at the airport when he lands. A sportsman should want to prove their innocence by taking a drug tests before he returns to the UK anyway IMHO.

You reckon? The majority of top boys have health, physios and dietitians to advise them. Doubt they would mess all that up. I was going to say it is like silencergate, but really it is nothing like the same. The plot thickens.....................................

Which is what you did!

And should make a statement to that fact if indeed that is correct (i hope that is true because i hope he doesn't think its ok for kids to take drugs) because the quote is defaming his name.

I must admit i had to stop for a minute as i couldn't believe starman actually posted that and that it appears he actually believes it. Talk about being in a minority of one, although i am sure that some other Poole-ites will spring to his and Middlo`s defence because we all know how blinkered some Poole fans are. Thankfully the sensible ones can see that Middlo's actions are totally indefensible and are totally out of place for our National team manager to make. We wont win the WC for many a year now so there are several candidates that can do a similar job. Middlo has to go as National manager, and clarify the comments ASAP.