PhilK Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Mildenhall meet the NL newbies the Hackney 'Hawks' at West Row for the 1st leg of the NL KO Cup tie! The weather is set fair for what should be another great meeting with a big crowd in attendance especially following the announcement made on the Mildenhall Fen Tigers Official Team website today. Mildenhall Fen Tigers teenage Aussie star Cameron Heeps is finally on his way to the UK and will be in this country in time to watch or even ride in this weekend's Knock Out Cup clash with the Hackney Hawks at West Row (Sunday 5th June). Tigers co-promoter Chris Louis said, "It's been a long haul but we are all delighted that Cameron is able to link up with us at last. "I'm not a hundred per cent sure yet that he'll ride against Hackney, as there is still some paperwork to be finalised. But we have a workshop ready for him, so hopefully we are almost there. "Whatever happens he will be at West Row on Sunday and I'm sure he'll get a warm welcome from our supporters who have waited patiently for this to happen. At the very least, fans should get the chance to see him put in some laps after the match." Heeps arrival ensures there'll be another bumper attendance at West Row on Sunday. Louis added, "We've been delighted with the crowds we've been getting so far and Cameron's arrival adds to the excitement that's surrounded the club, since we re-launched the Fen Tigers in April." Great news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrystalCastles Posted June 1, 2011 Report Share Posted June 1, 2011 Mildenhall meet the NL newbies the Hackney 'Hawks' at West Row for the 1st leg of the NL KO Cup tie! The weather is set fair for what should be another great meeting with a big crowd in attendance especially following the announcement made on the Mildenhall Fen Tigers Official Team website today. Mildenhall Fen Tigers teenage Aussie star Cameron Heeps is finally on his way to the UK and will be in this country in time to watch or even ride in this weekend's Knock Out Cup clash with the Hackney Hawks at West Row (Sunday 5th June). Tigers co-promoter Chris Louis said, "It's been a long haul but we are all delighted that Cameron is able to link up with us at last. "I'm not a hundred per cent sure yet that he'll ride against Hackney, as there is still some paperwork to be finalised. But we have a workshop ready for him, so hopefully we are almost there. "Whatever happens he will be at West Row on Sunday and I'm sure he'll get a warm welcome from our supporters who have waited patiently for this to happen. At the very least, fans should get the chance to see him put in some laps after the match." Heeps arrival ensures there'll be another bumper attendance at West Row on Sunday. Louis added, "We've been delighted with the crowds we've been getting so far and Cameron's arrival adds to the excitement that's surrounded the club, since we re-launched the Fen Tigers in April." Great news Agreed Should be a good match, fancy a Mildenhall home win in this one. Should be some great young talent on display & another great match at West Row. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aljack Posted June 2, 2011 Report Share Posted June 2, 2011 Mildenhall meet the NL newbies the Hackney 'Hawks' at West Row for the 1st leg of the NL KO Cup tie! The weather is set fair for what should be another great meeting with a big crowd in attendance especially following the announcement made on the Mildenhall Fen Tigers Official Team website today. Mildenhall Fen Tigers teenage Aussie star Cameron Heeps is finally on his way to the UK and will be in this country in time to watch or even ride in this weekend's Knock Out Cup clash with the Hackney Hawks at West Row (Sunday 5th June). Tigers co-promoter Chris Louis said, "It's been a long haul but we are all delighted that Cameron is able to link up with us at last. "I'm not a hundred per cent sure yet that he'll ride against Hackney, as there is still some paperwork to be finalised. But we have a workshop ready for him, so hopefully we are almost there. "Whatever happens he will be at West Row on Sunday and I'm sure he'll get a warm welcome from our supporters who have waited patiently for this to happen. At the very least, fans should get the chance to see him put in some laps after the match." Heeps arrival ensures there'll be another bumper attendance at West Row on Sunday. Louis added, "We've been delighted with the crowds we've been getting so far and Cameron's arrival adds to the excitement that's surrounded the club, since we re-launched the Fen Tigers in April." Great news Fantastic news Cameron Heeps is a fabulous prospect and cant wait to see him ride if not this week, soon Hopefully after settling down he will be trying the foxhall track out and replacing poser Hart very soon if allowed to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
refereerick Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 No James Brundle tomorrow as he is out injured after crashing in the Star of Anglia meeting at Ipswich on Thursday. Hopefully a suitable guest can be found Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 First visit of the year tomorrow to West Row for me. Hope the track is better than reports suggested on last Sunday. Is there a stock car meeting tonight? Hackney will arrive very confident after coming so close to getting a win at Dudley last Tuesday. Over two legs should be fairly close but tomorrow I’ll go for a Hackney win, they can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
refereerick Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 First visit of the year tomorrow to West Row for me. Hope the track is better than reports suggested on last Sunday. Is there a stock car meeting tonight? Hackney will arrive very confident after coming so close to getting a win at Dudley last Tuesday. Over two legs should be fairly close but tomorrow I’ll go for a Hackney win, they can do it! Despite the reports from those who weren't in attendance last week, the track was actually the best it has been so far this season and produced some cracking racing. If it is prepared similar to last week you'll be in for an entertaining afternoon Looking forward to seeing Barrie back at West Row too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jennywren Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Just seen that Ashley Birks is guesting for the injured Brundle (fall at Ipswich on Thursday apparently). A bit confused about Hackney lineup given on Mildenhall website as the averages are different from those shown on the BSPA site - anyone know which is right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilK Posted June 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 (edited) Birks has been withdrawn from the Berwick v Sheffield meeting with concusion and a sore shoulder according to speedway updates site Kyle Howarth would be a good replacement Edited June 4, 2011 by PhilK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendpostie Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Birks has been withdrawn from the Berwick v Sheffield meeting with concusion and a sore shoulder according to speedway updates site Kyle Howarth would be a good replacement He certainly would, as would Jon Armstrong, but if push came to shove, I think using rider replacement would not be such a bad alternative, I,ve got plenty of confidence in our own riders to cover for James. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villiers210 Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 only problem is Kyle Howarth is injured, and Jon Armstrong is riding for Dudley at Buxton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilK Posted June 4, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 He certainly would, as would Jon Armstrong, but if push came to shove, I think using rider replacement would not be such a bad alternative, I,ve got plenty of confidence in our own riders to cover for James. I don't think we could have used Jon as his average is higher, whatever Dudley are riding at Buxton tomorrow. If not Howarth there is little else bar perhaps Steve Worrall, but I agree 2ndbendpostie r/r wouldn't be a bad call, extra rides for Hargreaves, Blackbird, Halsey and Jacobs could be the best answer in the circumstances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendpostie Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 I don't think we could have used Jon as his average is higher, whatever Dudley are riding at Buxton tomorrow. If not Howarth there is little else bar perhaps Steve Worrall, but I agree 2ndbendpostie r/r wouldn't be a bad call, extra rides for Hargreaves, Blackbird, Halsey and Jacobs could be the best answer in the circumstances. Would I be right in thinking Jacobs could get two rides as r/r, one normal and one as a reserve switch ?, or have the rules changed since I saw that done a few seasons ago. ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhidassa Posted June 4, 2011 Report Share Posted June 4, 2011 Planning on going to this in my first visit to West Rowe this year tomorrow... any idea on confirmed line ups? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendpostie Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Still nothing on the James Brundle replacent ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilK Posted June 5, 2011 Author Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 It's R/R for Brundle today, as you said earlier 2ndbendpostie probably a decent option considering the alternatives with both Birks and Howarth injured. Would I be right in thinking Jacobs could get two rides as r/r, one normal and one as a reserve switch ?, or have the rules changed since I saw that done a few seasons ago. ? Joe is allowed seven rides from reserve, so he could take one R/R and two reserve replacement rides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendpostie Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 It's R/R for Brundle today, as you said earlier 2ndbendpostie probably a decent option considering the alternatives with both Birks and Howarth injured. Joe is allowed seven rides from reserve, so he could take one R/R and two reserve replacement rides. Thanks for that,just about to leave,hopefully a good meeting, finishing with a good tigers win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icicle Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Good to note Jacobs back on great form again! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwichkev Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 Good to note Jacobs back on great form again! JJ quite superb, gating much sharper and coming through the pack. Solid team performance today, Aaron Baseby superb beat Barry twice and looked quick Lewis gets better each week + Dan & Jack both desreved more points than they got. Track was excellent with plenty of grip which seemed to catch RH out, despite the scoreline meeting was good with plenty of passing with Ben Morley the pick of the bunch for Rye who were also unlucky to lose Shane Hazelden in Heat 2. Was looking forward to seeing how he handled West Row after his good start to the season - hope his injury nothing serious. Referee had us scratching our heads a couple of times, interested in any bodies else take. Heat 11 Jack Hargreaves in Front coming up to 3rd bend and Ben Morley appeared to go for a gap between Jack and the fence that was not there, collected the fence yet Jack excluded - Waco probably has a view from Ben but from where we sat looked harsh. Then Heat 15 3rd bend Dan Halsey behind but trying to get round Ben overcooked on turn 3 and slid off, with no interference Ben then came off on bend 4 after which the red lights came on - only Dan excluded, Ben was allowed in the restart? Good crowd with plenty from Rye, and great to finally see Cameron on a bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waco Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 There was only going to be one result after Shane Hazelden,was unfortunatly ruled out of the meeting after laying his bike down in heat two to avoid fallen partner Brandon Freemantle...Shane has been in sparkling form this season and his likely points that were lost have made a big difference to the outcome of this KO cup tie..Hawks now have a mountain to climb next sat..That they still have any chance was largely down to a battling performance from Ben Morley,unlucky not to increase his 12 point score (that included a TR Victory in heat 11),, after his machine died on him round the second turn,in heat 15..Most of the Fen Tigers had field day consistantly out gating a subdued Hawks side that produced only two heat wins....Still an enjoyable afternoons racing on a well prepared track ..My only problem the tannoy was to quiet to hear properly... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waco Posted June 5, 2011 Report Share Posted June 5, 2011 JJ quite superb, gating much sharper and coming through the pack. Solid team performance today, Aaron Baseby superb beat Barry twice and looked quick Lewis gets better each week + Dan & Jack both desreved more points than they got. Track was excellent with plenty of grip which seemed to catch RH out, despite the scoreline meeting was good with plenty of passing with Ben Morley the pick of the bunch for Rye who were also unlucky to lose Shane Hazelden in Heat 2. Was looking forward to seeing how he handled West Row after his good start to the season - hope his injury nothing serious. Referee had us scratching our heads a couple of times, interested in any bodies else take. Heat 11 Jack Hargreaves in Front coming up to 3rd bend and Ben Morley appeared to go for a gap between Jack and the fence that was not there, collected the fence yet Jack excluded - Waco probably has a view from Ben but from where we sat looked harsh. Then Heat 15 3rd bend Dan Halsey behind but trying to get round Ben overcooked on turn 3 and slid off, with no interference Ben then came off on bend 4 after which the red lights came on - only Dan excluded, Ben was allowed in the restart? Good crowd with plenty from Rye, and great to finally see Cameron on a bike. Refering to heat 11 i can not quote Bens opinion of the incident ..My own opinion of this particular incident which i have seen many times over 6o yrs going to speedway is some you win some you lose.... The other incident Danny Halsey went down first and was the primary cause of the stoppage end of story... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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