Normski Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Hopefully this meeting will see the return of Ricky Ashworth as well as the bandits getting revenge for KOcup defeat earlier in season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crescent girl Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 Good preview on club website: Saturday’s Shielfield Park speedway show promises to keep the good times going for Berwick Bandits. There’s another cut-price deal for spectators, an invitation for all season-ticket holders to partake in the club’s very special hospitality packages – and maybe, just maybe, a return to the track by Bandits’ brilliant Number 1 star of the season, Ricky Ashworth! SEASON TICKET HOLDERS Berwick 'A & J Scott' Bandits have extended a special invitation to all their Season Ticket Holders to enjoy a night of VIP hospitality this Saturday for the home match against Ipswich Witches. This is to acknowledge their loyal support during a testing 2012 season, marred by numerous injuries to key riders. REDUCED ADMISSION – AGAIN! The club’s management have been offering reduced admission prices for the past three meetings and spectators will again enjoy admission to this Saturday's meeting for only £10, with children under 16 accompanied by a supervising adult being admitted FREE. Berwick Speedway's major shareholder John Anderson is continuing with the scheme of reduced admission prices in a bid to help families enjoy a night at the skids without busting their household budget: “We have to be sensible and realise, especially in this area, that money is a commodity to be looked after carefully, and a family of four cannot always afford to come to speedway on a weekly basis. “With our ‘kids free and £10 for everyone else’ deal we are hoping that 'word of mouth' will continue to spread the news and Berwick Speedway on a Saturday night will be seen as a value for money, as well as spectacularly-thrilling evening's entertainment. “We are under no illusions -- attracting support for any form of entertainment is not easy. But we have been delighted with the response so far at our past three meetings, when reduced admission charges were applied. “We are in the entertainment business, and we want to attract people who will make a Saturday night out at Shielfield their summer hobby. “We also have to look after our loyal support, and our Season Ticket holders will receive a night of hospitality in recognition of their tremendous, unswerving loyalty to the Black & Gold brigade in 2012. I am sure they will enjoy their evening.” RICKY ASHWORTH The brilliant riding of marquee signing Ricky Ashworth was a headline feature of Berwick’s matches this season – until August 11th, when a simple-looking first-turn crash during the club’s home match with Somerset saw Ricky rushed to hospital with a badly-broken shoulder. It was expected the injury would keep Ashworth sidelined until 2013, but having made good progress and undergone extensive physiotherapy over the past two months, Ricky – currently in Majorca, getting healing dozes of sunshine and swimming -- has made contact with team manager Ian Rae to say that, if he suffers no adverse reaction to a closed-door practice session near his Salford base, he would be willing to reclaim his No 1 race-jacket on Saturday night! “There’s no firm guarantee just yet.” admitted Rae. “We will race at Plymouth on Friday without him – I’ve set up another Ricky, Sheffield’s American Ricky Wells, to ride as our guest that night – but if he has a skid and the shoulder holds up, I’ll have no hesitation in writing his name into Saturday night’s programme!” HOSPITALITY AVAILABLE: In addition to the offer to season-ticketeers (see above) Commercial Manager Julie Newton has spaces available – on a first-come, first-served basis in her bijou Hospitality Lounge. For just £35 per head, spectators have a full admission package, a photo with one of the Berwick team riders, all-evening drinks and buffet hospitality and an escorted visit to the infield to watch racing from a perspective denied other watchers! To book up, call Julie on 07840-998845 (or e-mail to julie@berwickbandits.co This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ) without delay. END OF SEASON DANCE & PRESENTATION EVENING The club’s eagerly-awaited annual celebration has been set for Friday, November 2nd. This is traditionally the event at which Bandits’ supporters can bid goodbye to the 2012 season, as well as learning any indication of the club’s plans for 2013. The venue will be the Function Suite of the Black & Gold hostelry at Shielfield Park, and tickets are already on sale at only £7 – Supporters’ Club members will receive a £1 discount. All seventeen riders who have been Bandits during 2012 have been invited. Live music and one of the by-now legendary buffets provided by Anderson's Quality Butchers of North Berwick are included. Tickets are on sale from our track shop on Saturday evening. This event always sells out, and as the club are anxious for fans not to be disappointed it is suggested purchases are made as soon as possible ON TRACK If Ricky Ashworth is cleared as fit, Berwick will at full strength on Saturday night for the first time since July, and with high-flying Ipswich in town (and absolutely desperate to achieve a third win in succession at Shielfield in order to qualify for the Premier League play-offs) they will need to be! “Ipswich have, to put it simply, thrashed us on their last two visits.” admitted Berwick director George Hepburn last night. “We want revenge! If Ricky Ashworth is back, and new riders like Micky Dyer and Nicki Barrett now in our colours, we’ll give them a run for their money. Ricky, Micky and Nicki – what a trio! “All backed by another bumper crowd, with news spreading throughout the borders of our £10 and kids free deal – it’ll be a cracker!” Saturday’s expected teams: Berwick: 1. Ricky Ashworth (provisional), 2. David Bellego, 3. Nicki Barrett, 4. Robin Aspegren, 5. Seb Alden, 6. Klaus Jakobsen, 7. Micky Dyer Ipswich: 1. Leigh Lanham, 2. Dakota North, 3. Taylor Poole, 4. Morten Risager, 5. Rohan Tungate, 6. Matthew Tresarrieu, 7. Byron Bekker. LIAM CARR 16-year-old Tweedmouth schoolboy Liam Carr – already contracted to the Bandits, but on loan to National League club Stoke this season – will be among a 16-strong field at Sheffield on Thursday night (13th) to contest the 2012 British U-19 Championship. “This is a superb achievement for young Liam so early in his career.” said Bandits’ promoter Dennis McCleary. “I know everyone at Berwick wishes him well.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 12, 2012 Report Share Posted September 12, 2012 If the Witches manage max points at home against Newcastle it will put pressure on Edinburgh. Depending on the Monarchs double header results on Friday it could see the Witches with it all to play for! Lots of ifs and buts I know!! Heres hoping for a Witches away win and some choking Monarchs!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigeddiechek Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 I fancy Ipswich's chances on Saturday, but you can never tell with the Bandits this year! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crescent girl Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Newcastle gave Edinburgh a boost tonight by taking a point off Ipswich. I think, if Monarchs do a six-point double tomorrow, Ippo might arrive at Shielfield with their tails down. But you never can tell with the Witches at Shielfield! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arson fire Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 But you never can tell with the Witches at Shielfield! And there's a few of them 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Doolan and Heeps done a lot of damage earlier in the season, Poole has not shown much form since replacing Doolan and Heeps is still injured so it should be a close run thing IMO.If Ricky returns he will need to nave a decent match for Berwick to benifit.Hope for a large turn out again the Promotion are really showing that the fans are the people that count, fair play to them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigRackBandit Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Hopefully we prepare our track differently to their last visit as the track that night suited them perfectly. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 (edited) I think, if Monarchs do a six-point double tomorrow, Ippo might arrive at Shielfield with their tails down. Or it could be nil points if the rain wins and a Witches win would have the Monarchs scrabbling to complete their fixtures! Edited September 13, 2012 by dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robinh88 Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 If we lose, its the injuries fault I think we'll have a good weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gazc Posted September 13, 2012 Report Share Posted September 13, 2012 Or it could be nil points if the rain wins and a Witches win would have the Monarchs scrabbling to complete their fixtures! Forecast is that they may have to water the Palm trees in Armadale tomorrow as Michael Fish has said it is to be a scorcher (well he never got it wrong did he,) and the Emmerdales have panic bought on all the factor 50 or thereabouts as most of them are gingers and burn easily. I will keep you posted on more weather updates after i finish this joint 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bandit59 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Hope Berwick beat Ipswich 3 points and Monarchs get six on Friday to overtake Ipswich;;;; 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Hope Berwick beat Ipswich 3 points and Monarchs get six on Friday to overtake Ipswich;;;; I hope they get the chance to race and then whoever qualifies will be on merit. My comments have been rather tongue in cheek! Hope Berwick beat Ipswich 3 points and Monarchs get six on Friday to overtake Ipswich;;;; I hope they get the chance to race and then whoever qualifies will be on merit. My comments have been rather tongue in cheek! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Newton Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 http://www.berwickba...0-breaking-news Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Normski Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Ashworth not fit for tnis meeting Kevin Doolan guests Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ipswich Jules Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Ashworth not fit for tnis meeting Kevin Doolan guests Undercover Agent Doolan, your time has come..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyclone Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Ashworth not fit for tnis meeting Kevin Doolan guests Doolan could be on a hiding to nothing here. If he scores well, the Ippo fans will be slagging him for not producing the expected scores for them this season. If he turns in less than double figures, Banditos will probably reckon he is doing his parent club a favour. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Doolan could be on a hiding to nothing here. If he scores well, the Ippo fans will be slagging him for not producing the expected scores for them this season. If he turns in less than double figures, Banditos will probably reckon he is doing his parent club a favour. Thats the trouble with guests, its a no win situation for Doolan.He has been a bit of a mystery the last couple of seasons with his sudden loss of form. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 No need to worry, Kevin (smashing bloke that he is) is not going to find form just like that, best guest booking for the witches in ages Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emilali Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Lol Kevin Doolan as a guest? Being an Ippo asset why would he want to score well against them and possibly cost them getting in the top 6? Another poor move from those in charge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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