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Why can't he ride in all three leagues? Jenkins did last year didn't he (Peterborough, Redcar and Oxford). Has there been a rule change? And I naturally thought Boughen would stick with Peter Schroeck, no? What's his link to Leicester?

Funny you should say that, I just looked through the website trying to find an answer. There's no mention of it in ticket section, but the press release/news story states the following... *Advanced tickets are available until midnight the day before the event date. The above admission prices include a ticket booking fee.

If Jenkins isn't going to be doing the NDL, what about trying to tempt Dan Gilkes with Plymouth not racing? He might want the meetings coming back from injury as he is, and he was very impressive when racing at Sandy Lane last year... Dan Gilkes - 10.30 Henry Atkins - 7.24 Sam Hagon - 6.18 Jody Scott - 5.88 Ashton Boughen - 4.95 Arran Butcher - 4.36 Luke Killeen - 3.00 Total - 41.91 or if you wanted to go a little more top heavy.... Dan Gilkes - 10.30 Nathan Stoneman - 8.67 Henry Atkins - 7.24 Ashton Boughen - 4.95 Arran Butcher - 4.36 Luke Killeen - 3.00 Kiean Boughen - 3.00 (or any other 3pter) Total - 41.52

Yeah, fair point. I normally buy mine as soon as they go on sale, but I'm sure there are plenty of people that did buy on the day last season.

I think the big question about the price increase is whether a booking fee is still included. There's currently no mention of it on the Oxford website (there was before). If the new £20 ticket price does include the booking fee, it's only a £1 increase over last season (£18+£1) - that's not too bad considering the current circumstances.

Oxford have announced ticket prices for next season. Cheetahs £20 adult in advance (under 16 free) £22 adult on the pay on the day (under 16 free) £18 last year, so a jump of £2 (or £4). Pay on the day is still an e-ticket (not at the gate), so not sure why it's more expensive. Chargers £12 adult in advance (under 16 free) £14 adult on the pay on the day (under 16 free) Same prices as last season (£2 extra for on the day purchase). Season passes Season tickets are £269. This includes 8x Cheetahs SGB Championship home matches, 2x Cheetahs BSN Series home matches, 1x Cheetahs Knockout Cup home match, 7x Chargers home fixtures.

Anybody got any thoughts on the potential Oxford Chargers team for 2023? Presuming Atkins and Killeen are certainties, and don't see why Jenkins won't be back. Could look pretty similar to last year (which is no bad thing), and presume Oxford will be the Boughen brothers first choice if Mildenhall don't run. 1. Jordan Jenkins 2. Jody Scott 3. Henry Atkins 4. Luke Killeen 5. Nathan Stoneman 6. Kiean Boughen 7. Ashton Boughen Think that team fits the 42pt limit. Thoughts?

Rider who rides same track every week, gets good at it. Not really a surprise.

He only rode a few meetings for Oxford as he broke both his wrists - and then tried to come back too soon. Was very hit and miss, but capable of beating almost anyone in this league on his day. Great signing for his average I’d say. I also loved how passionate he was - really celebrated every time he won a race. It clearly meant a lot to him each time.

Yes, thanks for all that, but Luke is still Australian. He’s racing over here as an Australian. Not sure what you’re trying to prove exactly? That he’s not Australian?

It literally says he’s Australian in the Oxford press release about their 2023 line-up, but sure, you know better! I suppose you think Marvyn Cox is German.

It would be unfair because they have already earned those points by completing the qualifying heats. Thats how the scoring system works. Replacing a semi-finalist with the ninth placed finisher would mean actually taking points AWAY from an injured rider. It’s a completely different matter if he hasn’t already scored the points before the qualifying heats have finished.

It would be completed with just three riders. This is because of the way the Grand Prix points are allocated. It would be unfair on the rider that had to withdraw from the meeting - he is entitled to his place in the top 8 on the night and would miss out on that if the rider who finished ninth was promoted to the semis. For instance, if Tai Woffinden scored a 15-point maximum, then had to withdraw from the semis, he would score 10 points. If he was replaced in the semis, he would only score 8 points, so it can't be done.

Think Ace would have made the jump up regardless, Killeen isn't British and Trigger hasn't been confirmed. Let's see how the rest of the signings go, just saying it might not be quite as bleak as we think (although you'll probably be right).

Guessing Ashton Boughen will be at one of two places - Mildenhall or Oxford. Would be a huge permanent acquisition for either. I'm hearing his older brother Kiean might also be looking for a team spot as well.

Just to play Devil’s Advocate, what young British riders have been chucked in too early for next season? Atkins was always going to be in Oxford’s 1-7 even if it had stayed at 42pts, and I’m struggling to see any others that it could potentially apply to. Yes, other teams might chuck some in, but they haven’t yet.

Because it is narrow minded. You’re willing to write off a sport you like just because of potential powertrain switch. Other than the noise and smell, how would it be completely different exactly? It wouldn’t be any less ‘raw’ as you put it.

Such a narrow minded view. Granted it won’t be the same, but to go from enjoying speedway (as I presume you do if you’re on this forum) to not watching it in your ‘back garden’ just because the bikes are electric is a bit crazy. What have you got such a big problem with that you’d completely flip like that? Noise? Smell? All motor sports will need to evolve over the coming years, and speedway is no different. If the bikes need to be electric, so be it, I will still be watching (admittedly while no doubt reminiscing of the past).

I’d go as far to say that it’ll definitely be good enough!

Absolutely. I would have loved him at Oxford.

Guess he’s slowly moving towards a full-time broadcast career.

Nicholls not racing in the Premiership should mean he can concentrate on Oxford a bit more. He seems quite passionate about the project.

This is going to sound a bit harsh, but he was probably retained as he’s the only 4.3ish rider left available. There’s not many about with that kind of average. He’ll win a few races I’m sure, but think he’ll generally struggle in the main body of the team. Then again, this is Cameron Heeps. You never quite know what you’re going to get.

Oxford clearly hoping the reserves make rapid progress. Jenkins is a shrewd signing, and should improve his average. He’s also very good around Sandy Lane. Not sure Atkins will do much, and your guess is as good as mine when it comes to Killeen. Looked out of his depth when I saw him this year, but Oxford must think he has potential. Teams are going to be weaker this year though, so there’s more scoring potential.

I think it's pretty certain Henry Atkins will be the 2.00 pointer.