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Tbh I'm not sure why people are getting so hot under the collar. You had a choice to donate or not. Please don't use Dennis as ammunition. The money has been raised and Dennis will get his stand. I put Iit on here just to advise any donors of progresd who don't have FB. End of chat

As permanent as can be at any speedway venue these days

That's nornally my job.

As far as I know the stands are available to Sponsor for a season but Dennis' Stand will be a permanent fixture. On a positive note people have been able to show their gratitude to Dennis for all the hard work he has put in over the years, one of the unsung heroes, trying to get Speedway back to Leicester. Can we not focus on the positives?

Just a note for those who don't have Facebook. Dennis Manton Is now quite poorly in hospital. Here is a note from Sally Ashenden ******* DENNIS MANTON STAND UPDATE********** Firstly I would like to say a huge "THANK YOU" to each and everyone of you who who have contributed to help raise the money to permanently name a Stand after Dennis. It's with the greatest of pleasure that I am writing this message and say we have raised the funds required and the Stand can be named "The Dennis Manton Stand". Measurements are being obtained to enable a plaque/banner to be made. Once this is made we can get it put in place and the Stand named. Once Dennis is able to get out of bed and endure a couple of hours out we will arrange to bring him to the stadium so he can cut a ribbon and official name his Stand. Once again thank you all. Sadly it's looking less likely Dennis will be making that visit I'm sure you will all join me in sending best wishes to one of Speedway's true gents and his family.

Sadly I wont be there I will be at Loomer Road. I hope you enjoy your visit !

[quote name="johnd7244" post="2619941" If you see an old g*t walking about like John Wayne's dad, I'd be grateful if you'd take pity on me, and make yourself known to me. Enjoy your speedway, JohnD7244. You've got no chance. All chinless wonders on here. No balls to face people just faceless nerks. I'm affraid. Hope you enjoy your trip.

I support him. Riders are in a lot more danger from some sober riders than darcy dehydratedfrom the night before.

You can hardly be credited with developing him though!

No problem No my comments don't come from some misguided loyalty to the promotion the point I was making was I have seen too many consumed by bitterness in this sport. I think it's sad you can't enjoy your team. I wasn't commenting on management, politics or set up. Sorry if I didn't make that clear.

That is guaranteed

Not shouting at anyone. I would never do that it isn't my place and I certainly have no right to. My point was what makes anyone think that new owners would go PL?. I'm not the any speedway is better than no speedway gang. I just enjoy my meetings and hate to think of others out there not being able to do just that but I respect their right and their opinion. As you know the Lions threads are littered with anti establishment posts so it's not necessarily a new stadium and top flight team

I don't normally engage in this kind of thing. Thanks for clearing that up. I hope things change for you soon onr way or another. It is sad when people feel they can't enjoy their team anymore. Tbh I just take it for what it is an evenings entertainment so I struggle with that concept. I don't take my speedway as seriously as some clearly. At least the supporters can take comfort in knowing if the current promoter decided to jack itvin then there is a safety net waiting in the wings One thing I will say being from Leicester is big ideas and fancy stadiums don't necessarily make fans any happier

No I wasn't implying Financial gain but your objection to the current promotion maybe slighlty biased.

So you have a vested interest in him walking away. Well you may get some back up if you go onto the FB page. Not sure how many come on here.

The IOW was a consortium of supporters and look how that has ended. Like I say be careful what you wish for.

You read my mind It wont be MM then as the element of surprise has been kind of lost on that one.

I did know who you were. Which is nice, if you are contemplating a break (hopefully). Your post is a good one ! Apparently last night was a fire in the electrical station. Hopefully Dave can get that sorted. I know Malcolm still reads the forum. It would be good if Dave did The team needs more supporters like your good self. Stoke supporters are loyal supporters they must be to be able to see their team beaten and still get behind them If it changed would it still be Stoke?. With it's imperfections and all. My main team should be Leicester with it's lovely new stadium and EL team I should be on cloud 9 there but don't get the same cosy feeling as I get at Loomer road. You probably think I'm saying this because of the boy but you ciuldn't be further from the truth I would have a real dilemma if he rode for a different team. Hopefully see you at Perry Bar.

Promoters stick to old school they get slated promoters try to go all progressive and they get slated. I suppose you have to go with what you think and run with it. Vog's comments are sad to say the least and I'm sure he hasn't taken the decision lightly

I disagree I think while there is Dave Tattum there will be speedway at Stoke. He could have pulled the plug years ago but it's still there.

STOKE are back in action on Saturday when they entertain Cradley in the first leg of their National League KO Cup quarter final at Loomer Road, 7pm. The Potters are sweating on the fitness of Lee Payne who missed last nights defeat at Kings Lynn. The Loomer Road club will need to be at their best against last seasons league Champions who have been flying high this season. The Heathens are led by Max Clegg who has been in impressive form this season. The West Midlands club will use rider replacement for Nathan Greaves with Matt Williamson taking the third heat leader role. Luke Harris rides at four with Arron Mogridge son of former Potter Alan completing the top five. At reserve the Heathens have Michael Neale and the impressive Ellis Perks. The Potters give a debut to Paul Burnett who replaces the injured Shaun Tedham. STOKE: Jon Armstrong, Chris Widman, Ryan Terry-Daley, Danny Phillips, Lee Payne, Ryan MacDonald, Paul Burnett CRADLEY: Max Clegg, Arron Mogridge, Matt Williamson, Luke Harris, Nathan Greaves r/r, Michael Neale, Ellis Perk http://www.stokepotters.co/news.php?extend.760

That's why there is no match report. Lions fans aren't able to show fairness to Cov. We have had as much criticism and flovour as we can possibly stand and it's difficult to big up a team of 4.

Things I have seen are things like when golden boy and Lambert get a 5-1 he will fall over himself to get to Wozniak to pat him on the back and not even acknowledge Simon. Maybe that comes from working most of his career with single riders and can't relate to 7 at a time. He is very clearly a Wozi Wozi Wozi fan all the way as he can do no wronh Going a bit off topic there

Are we to assume as the only King you are is the King of gaffs that it is Lewis Bridger? He nevet mentionex Bridger