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I didn’t say that Joe would be any better, but when Hagon struggles to score anything, you cannot just do nothing and watch the lad’s confidence evaporate.

Can only assume that he didn’t have the confidence in his second bike? Must admit, I thought the guy previously had an attitude problem with the Lions track but he well and truly put that to bed tonight. I thought he was superb. Change of subject, but how long will Dickson persevere with Hagon? The RS priority is to outscore your opposite number at home. When he gates he’s easily passed. If he doesn’t, he’s not capable of passing. Was Dickson put under pressure to retain him from last year? Regardless of any politics, the lad must be on borrowed time. There might not be obvious better replacements out there, but when you struggle to score anything, who else would be worse? The likes of Craig Cook and Drew Kemp have had more than one chance under Dickson, so why couldn’t Joe Thompson have another shot, unless those bridges have been burnt.

Very possible that they could go unbeaten subject to any serious rider injuries. Very early days, but I guess that will not deter a lot of the cocky Witches fans out there!

I wasn’t well enough to attend tonight, so watched the stream. I can’t recall seeing a better meeting than that at BP. Every race had something! Hats off to Brum for having a real go and probably would have nicked it on the night if not for Zagar’s misfortune in heat 13.

Lions will still progress even if they get thrashed on the night!

My understanding is that the stream is unavailable after the day of the meeting.

Sam Hagon to take all of his programmed rides?

Wouldn’t argue with that. Just looking at the bigger picture though, it’s difficult to be positive beyond that pair.

Spot on. If you are professional sportsman you should do your research on the track and seek advice on bike set ups, even more so if you’re not familiar with the track. Early posts on this thread imply that the club is jinxed. Continued poor rider recruitment is not bad luck!

I think the post is referring to Brum being rolled over?

Axl will struggle to park himself, he usually rocks up about an hour late!

A representative of Buckingham Palace enquired if an on site parking space would be made available if Prince William were to attend the Lions match on Monday. The club’s response was ‘absolutely, it would be an honour’. I’ve since found out that William cannot now get on Monday and I’ve contacted the club requesting his parking space. Still waiting for a reply.

I’ve always parked on the road near the police station, is that not still an option?

Cookies mental health is very important but it shouldn’t be speedway’s problem. Although he should have called it a day before, you have to question the clubs that keep giving him chances. His license should be withdrawn on the grounds of health and safety, to proctect both himself and fellow riders.

those days are getting fewer and fewer......Long gone more like!

Anyone know if the club is streaming the Lions match next Monday? (There’s nothing on the Brum website).

Correct! They should have ironed out gremlins at so and so’s testimonial beforehand 😉

Although a regular at BP, the ticketing arrangement will not affect me as I won’t be going. Nothing against Douglas, but I will not go out of my way to attend a meaningless fixture. Let’s be honest, these early season meetings are just an opportunity for riders to blow off cobwebs/test equipment at the expense of spectators. As for testimonials, regardless of the sport, they were meant to be for loyalty/service to a particular club for ten years. Speedway riders chose to do what they do, so ‘committing’ to the sport deserves recognition does it? My wallet says no.

Anyone know what format Dougy’s testimonial will take (individual event, 4 teams of 4 etc)?

Go on, go for it. It’ll be no skin off your nose!

I like the Advance 5 ticket option, do any other clubs offer anything similar?

The season is just over a month away and the Lions team on the club web site is last years! All other Premiership clubs have their 2025 line ups. Come on guys keep up!

What.... a speedway promoter going against his word? No, sorry, not having that!

Vuolas is the better prospect for the future, so can understand the signing. ....But for Brum, the future will not extend beyond September?

The management have looked into this matter and as of next season, free carrots are to be handed out to all spectators.