Bryn

It makes my blood boil when on this (and other) forums I read derogatory remarks aimed at people I know, even myself, from posters who hide behind some made up name within days (even hours!) of said posters joining! I'm sure many other people agree with what I'm saying!

Nothing scheduled in that direction nor likely to take place.

6PM WEATHER UPDATE: Had shower some 45mins ago but soon cleared up, clear sky now if turning a tad chilly and meeting definitely ON - start time 8pm. Could be last meeting of season here if Belle Vue win next Wednesday's re-staging of the second leg of of the KO Cup tie by four or more points.

Mmmm...... I seem to recall 'cityrebel' that one Friday when the Eastbourne Eaglets including Cookie were in town, a certain number of that night's Hackney Kestrel News mysteriously carried a spurrious back page artice stating that junior riders over 6'0" tall were being banned from riding. There then followed a detailed explanation as to the apparent reasoning behind this basically stating that the taller riders had a higher centre of gravity and therefore were that much more prone to falling off.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3.45pm WEATHER UPDATE: Am at the circuit, bit of cloud about but also patches of blue sky and sun is shining. I'm in the speedway office but can hear bikes still being skidded around circuit at today's Training school and whilst I can't confirm, have been told that a current speedway promoter, whose identity I'll NOT be revealing before you ask, is amongst the trainees here today. One would have thought that it might be interesting if he emerges victorious in the 'Vultures Race' to be held that will see the winner fill a blank space in the Hackney line up!

1pm WEATHER CHECK: Been dry all morning here just across the other side of the River Thames from the circuit and forecasts indicate that it will remain so both here and at the circuit. Hope to see you there but would advise to bring a sweater as might turn a bit nippy this evening. Further update later this afternoon from the track but NO weather problems anticipated.

From Official Press Release issued today: FORMER HAWKS RETURN FOR FINALE A trip down memory lane awaits Speedway fans at the Arena Essex Raceway tomorrow evening, Friday 7th October, as a host of former Hackney stars will be at the track to see off the final meeting for the Hackney Hawks. Already confirmed as attending the meeting are: Paul Bosley, Laurie Etheridge, Alan Jackson, Les (Red) Ott, Alan Sage and Barry Thomas. The match, between the Hackney Hawks and the Scunthorpe Saints, will be the final National League match for the Hawks. The SCB appointed Referee for this match is Chris Gay, who, by coincidence, refereed the last meeting to take place at Hackney’s Waterden Road Stadium, which took place on 30th October 1996 and was between the London Lions and Oxford. Tomorrow is also an important night to for Lakeside Hammers fans as the Club’s Management will be monitoring interest in this National League match with a view to entering a full Young Hammers side into next year’s National League. With that in mind entrance fees have been slashed to just £8 with Children aged 6 to 16 inclusive paying only £1. Children under the age of 6 will be admitted free of charge provided they are accompanied by a paying adult. This final National League match of the season for the Hackney Hawks will get underway at the Arena-Essex Raceway tomorrow evening with the first race at 8pm with the Grand Parade of the participating riders and former Hackney stars at 7.45pm. Tickets for Friday’s match may be purchased on the night from the paybooths or in advance via the Lakeside Hammers website at www.lakesidehammers.co ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Note: Alan Johns, who's at most matches at the venue, will be talking even more than usual - IF that is possible!

Full credit to to the respective managements, ALL riders on both sides, referee Chris Durno and the IOW trackstaff / medics for enabling this match, the final match of the 2011 season at Smallbrook, to be completed in record-quick time despite ever-worsening weather/track conditions.

Come and see the Hawks final swan song at the Raceway on Friday 7th October V Scunthorpe. Admission at just £8 for Adults and Kids for £1. Full details along with info on George Barclay's training school, go to: http://www.lakesidehammers.com/

Whoopsie! As my late mother might have said Phil, "You soppy sausage!"

Both yourself Phil and Neil Vatcher, plus everyone else who has helped in any way whatsoever with regard to the running of the British Youth Championship rounds thus far this year, deserve much praise and we now look forward to the final round of both the 250cc & 500cc Championships themselves (plus 125cc Supports races?) at Stoke later this month AND the 125cc championship itself at Eastbourne this coming Saturday. I must admit to some surprise that those background people, who normally provide our two sky commentators at live broadcasts with info, had seemingly omitted to tell them about the sterling work put in this year so far with regard to establishing a properly organised youth development strategy in the UK this year under Phil & Neil's direction.

That's because I'm allergic to Sunday mornings alas! As you alluded to though Mr. Morosely.... fine day's entertainment and well done to all who took part.

I believe it's the eighth staging of "The Bestival" from Sept 8th to 11th headlined on the Saturday by The Cure in their only European show of the year, and that the event is taking place at the Robin Hood Country Park. Already a sell out apparently.

I've said my piece, you've said yours, end of story as far as I'm concerned. I had a long chat with Kyle on the ferry over and one with Nick on the ferry back - I'm just extremely glad and mightily relieved that BOTH are okish with apparently no serious injuries.

I quite realise that and in no way was my intention to suggest that anyone, when talking of last night's horrendous crash was criticising either rider 21CH. It was a general point relating to people who, posting on this and other forums under a name of 'JoeBrilliantBloggs' or whatever, make sweeping statements along the lines of 'so and so' is crap!

I think everybody present last night will be delighted to hear that both riders have escaped such a horrendous-looking high speed crash without incurring serious injury. Amazing given that bikes and bodies were sent flying, fence posts severely damaged, a red stop light torn from it's connection leaving exposed electricity cables and there was no way the match could have continued from that point. The stadium fell silent the instant the crash occurred, the medics took the utmost care with Kyle, the County ambulance was swiftly on the scene and incredibly Nick was able to 'walk away' from the incident considering he probably didn't know what hit him! AND he made the 10pm ferry. It's so easy for people to criticise riders from behind 'internet made up names' but trust me they DO risk their lives (Their choice I know) every time they take to the track to provide us with our entertainment and last night's crash might well have turned out far, far more serious than thankfully it did.

Thanks sorted now - was obviously doing summat wrong!

I can't open the above - anyone else having problems? Or am I doing something wrong?

I'm sure that after the pleasure he's given all supporters and service to his clubs over his lengthy career, everyone wishes that Jon makes a full and swift recovery from his injuries.

Oh dear - NOT good news at all and my thoughts are with both JLO and his family at what must be a very trying time for them all. As you say 'lionking' John is a great bloke and I can only hope that he's not in too much pain, there's some encouraging news forthcoming concerning his condition over the course of the next few days and, in time, he makes a full recovery. Alas though, it's obviously going to be something of a long job.

Ben's out with what appears to be a busted shoulder - due to see surgeon on Tuesday to decide if operation necessary.

You have my sympathy Gambo and I hope that brick wall is not hurting your head too much!

Hope it doesn't put anyone off but I'll be there Mike - deputising for Edwin, who's away on soccer duty I believe, up in the box on the mic. Don't worry though folks, Kevin Moore will be on the radio mic!

You were "stood" Jaybea???? Steady on old chap, steady on!