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It's laser; it cannot conceivably be lazer. It's an acronym of light amplification by stimulation of emitted radiation. Just thought I'd point that out Screm Now, a few points: 1. If people won't support a losing team, then each team at the bottom of the league would go bust. In fact, every team other than the winner would be in bother. This British obsession with winning and losing - rather than performance - is why we are, generally, crap at sport. Interestingly, it is not a philosophy that the British cycling team follow: look at their performances in the Olympics. 2. Emilali, I'm not sure where you get that John has alienated the fans. To me that comment just stinks of someone who has a personal chip on their shoulder. Quite revealing actually. 3. Thirdly, you are saying that 3 of the current team should be on next years' list. So, you are happy with half of the current team. That's pretty impressive for you. You truly are a havering git. Screm, I agree midweek meetings are not good. Surely that is all the more reason for everyone that can make it on Wednesday to go along? Now, just to let everyone see I am not all happy clappy about Berwick; I do think some of the press releases this year have been embarrassing, and I can't deny the league position is disappointing, I'm sure everyone shares that. There is just no point coming on here greeting about things, when there was actually a very entertaining meeting on Saturday. In my opinion, it is this chip on the shoulder, complain about everything attitude that will sink speedway before anything else does.

Jeez ,all some folk come on here to do is moan! I thought it was actually a very entertaining meeting, but what do I know? On the point of newcomers, I've had four here this season, three have been back, and intend to do so again before the end of the season. The one who isn't back this year lives abroad, but really enjoyed the meeting he came to. Crowds lowest ever, any figures to back this up? Didn't look too bad to me for most of the meeting. I do agree the hold-up with the ambulance knocked things back, and a lot of people headed for the gates, but their loss, they missed a spectacular heat 13. If folk want to figure out why speedway is struggling, just take a look throughout this forum. There is something up with the support base, assuming that this is representative of the general speedway fan. They seem to revel in knocking their promotions, riders, and clubs. People coming on here and boasting about not coming to meetings, obsessing with crowd sizes, all whilst seeming to be total experts in the running of speedway clubs. Take a bloody look at yourselves and start supporting your clubs properly, then you might just be a little bit happier... ...but, somehow, I doubt it.

Mark my words, the Wee Man will be back.

That was an eventful meeting. Some cracking racing. Seb and Morris going from 3rd and 4th, to 1st and 2nd within 2 laps in heat 13 was quite superb. Morris was an extremely committed guest, very impressed. Barrett looks to have a bit of fight about him, could be a decent signing. I think the safety fence played a huge part in tonight's meeting. Bellego hit it back first on the 3rd bend at a fair old speed. It looked - to me - very similar to the way Jac Rempala hit it when he broke his back. Not only did Bellego get up, he also wasn't thrown too far out and Morris was able to avoid him. That incident alone made the £50k well spent. Hopefully it minimised the injuries to Makinen and Dyer too. It's a dangerous game this speedway.

I also think Peter's passion for speedway means he will be back at some point. Many regard him as a very good team builder. I must say this is only a rumour, but it was one that was floating around Shielfield tonight too. No smoke without fire, as the saying goes.

Where did I mention it as a bad thing? I have a lot of time for Peter. He's not how some folk make him out: within reason.

Don't forget, he won us the fours in the final heat. Happiness, happiness....lah, lah lah.

Heard a rumour of Perter Waite coming back, and I wouldn't bet against it. Only a rumour though.

Great! We need more of this. Hats off to you Tsunami

Well done the Bandits! Superb result, the promotion did promise us silverware: just didn't expect it so soon! Braw!

Neither: just good planning and promotion.

I'm proud to say "I was there", even though the weather did its damnedest to try and ruin it. Great to see supporters from all over, what a great crowd and atmosphere. The weather had its say in the racing, which is really frustrating for everyone, but at least the meeting went ahead: especially for the many who had travelled far. Let's hope we see more of this at Berwick. Being awarded this type of meeting after a relatively short time in charge shows the massive respect the Berwick Promotion are building up throughout the sport. Not only respect. but confidence in their ability to stage a FIM event. They can't be doing much wrong. Still, those who are jealous and bitter will continue to - somewhat desperately -try to find fault. I pity them.

If the covers have been left on, then all this rain at the moment is irrelevant. The sun is peeking out as I type, so pretty sure this will go ahead. On the planning issue, here is the link. Berwick Town Council objected: that really is beyond belief. http://www.berwick-advertiser.co.uk/news/local-headlines/extra-rain-off-meets-secured-for-speedway-1-2350230

Yes torrential at times over night. Some move by Alden! One things I learned at this meeting: I much prefer the 3rd bend to the stand. It has to be the best viewing point in British speedway.

Could you pal Charlie not give you a lift?

A nice lineup is taking place and a decent prize to be won too. I think the fact that we have a Global Brand in New Holland Agriculture sponsoring the meeting is something we should be proud of. For a company that size to take an interest in Berwick shows how professional and attractive the club are at the moment. Fischer was superb on Saturday, he has to be favourite at this point, although Seb is certainly in with a good shout. Complin definitely the dark horse to watch out for ;-)

Why? I've met loads of people whom I have both agreed and disagreed with on here. Without exception it has been a very pleasant experience. Even Taffy and I hold conversations face-to-face, and we both say in person far worse to each other than we give on here! Some folk either take this forum too seriously, or use it to live an alternate life. I feel sorry for poor WJM as he appears to have a few stalkers at Shielfield.

But do you not understand just how important I am?

Here is something for you to test out your theory that WJM is not liked by other fans: come round and meet him on Saturday. Speak to him, speak to the several groups of fans that know him. Whilst there I'd be interested to know why you have turned so "bitter" against Berwick, you haven't always been like this. Hmmmmmmmmm. One thing is for certain, we were stung by Gjedde as Sarah says, he did not conduct himself in a gentlemanly manner at Berwick, and most fans that I know still have a bad taste about that. He's blackened his reputation irreparably, and even more so at the PLRC. We will defend our opinions in person, which is why we are open about who we are and will happily meet in person to discuss. Most people that we have jousted with on here have come and met us and we all get on well. There are only a couple of notable ones who haven't. One in particular walks past us every week looking in the region of his toes Come round, and I can furnish you with the full details of my illustrious sporting career. You will leave feeling honoured to have been in my presence.

Nae fans what I heard, whilst crowds are ever increasing in Berwick: the laser counter never lies.

OK, he still has something to give a PL level, but not top of the tree events like the PLRC. Past his sell by date.

Just out of is depth today, didn't fancy it and bottled it. Charlie........lost.......it.......Gjedde.

Latest update on Charlie, straight from the horses mouth. Had a sore fanny and didn't fancy it.

England have no chance of going through. 3rd will be a good result for them.

I agree fully Tsunami, Badits4life was absolutely right not to post any more details. I purposely didn't post at all until there was an official announcement. He's had a very nasty crash, and here's wishing him a comfortable and speedy recovery. His style and determination has already made Alex a legend at Berwick.