New Cross Ranger Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 I would expect Mason may well be nailed on to captain the side. What a difference 12 months can make Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueherb777 Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 Simon Lambert is the new Captain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
speedy bill Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 tell Adam to ring Buxton they still need riders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosetash64 Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 (edited) I have spoken to Jayne at buxton about Adam bw double. They have their reserves already so if they did sign Adam it would have to be in main body of team. Edited February 18, 2014 by moosetash64 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mac101 Posted February 18, 2014 Report Share Posted February 18, 2014 I have spoken to Jayne at buxton about Adam bw double. They have their reserves already so if they did sign Adam it would have to be in main body of team. Nothing wrong with riding there scunny will have mostly riders like adam riding throughout the whole team Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted February 19, 2014 Report Share Posted February 19, 2014 And is Simons' election as team captain a surprise? David has the vice captain position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hector Austin Posted February 19, 2014 Report Share Posted February 19, 2014 'Vice' captain, now theres a position man . I have plenty of experience in that area ya know Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 I think the information has been put up but I cannot seem to find it (must go to Specsavers ASAP). Has the date been finalised as yet for the pre-season practice at Central Park? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryn Posted February 21, 2014 Report Share Posted February 21, 2014 (edited) 4pm Monday April 14th JH followed by a 'Fans' Forum.' Full fixture list, as it currently stands on club's official website at: http://www.kentkings.co Edited February 21, 2014 by Bryn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted March 4, 2014 Report Share Posted March 4, 2014 Now we know the team and the fixtures any considerations on riding order for the early outings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted March 4, 2014 Report Share Posted March 4, 2014 Now we know the team and the fixtures any considerations on riding order for the early outings? If I was deciding the order I'd personally go something like this: 1. Lambert 2. Mason 3. Chessell 4. Morley 5. Compton 6. Blake 7. Freemantle Mason at 2 gives experience in heat 1 and a good chance of a heat win come heat 8. Most other sides use a heat leader at 3, so putting Chessell there leaves a heat leader elsewhere in the Kings 1-5. Morley at 4 gives Chessell a strong partner and a top rider in heat 14. Compton can cope at 5 and would thrive in that position. Freemantle as the strongest reserve at number 7 is self explanatory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waco Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Interesting observasions on the riding positions Rocket Ben could work well as you say, but i recon they will stick with Chessel at 2 and Mason and Compton at 3 and 4 Morley at 5 and Freemantle at 7 ..Surprised that David Mason is not Captain he is brilliant in that roll highly respected by the riders and would have done a great job.. I personally dont see how they have arrived at this selection of Lambert he will be missing for a number of meetings, Is new to the team and the fans ,dont get it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueherb777 Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Interesting observasions on the riding positions Rocket Ben could work well as you say, but i recon they will stick with Chessel at 2 and Mason and Compton at 3 and 4 Morley at 5 and Freemantle at 7 ..Surprised that David Mason is not Captain he is brilliant in that roll highly respected by the riders and would have done a great job.. I personally dont see how they have arrived at this selection of Lambert he will be missing for a number of meetings, Is new to the team and the fans ,dont get it? I disagree and think it is a great appointment.I understand Lambert REALLY wanted the position and the riders voted him in.Also like Boxall last year it is good the No 1 rider is Captain and leads the team from the front.IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whistlegang Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 If I was deciding the order I'd personally go something like this: 1. Lambert 2. Mason 3. Chessell 4. Morley 5. Compton 6. Blake 7. Freemantle Mason at 2 gives experience in heat 1 and a good chance of a heat win come heat 8. Most other sides use a heat leader at 3, so putting Chessell there leaves a heat leader elsewhere in the Kings 1-5. Morley at 4 gives Chessell a strong partner and a top rider in heat 14. Compton can cope at 5 and would thrive in that position. Freemantle as the strongest reserve at number 7 is self explanatory. i hadn't even thought of using Mason at number 2 - this is a very good lineup in my opinion....but we won't get to see Mason and Compton continue their partnership i can feel the excitement building again - not long now. I would have gone with Mason - what a difference it made to the season when he was restored to the team. That said, if Lambert wanted it and the riders voted for him, then good luck to him. I hope Lambert insists on getting the riders out on parade before every meeting (no excuses). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waco Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 (edited) Dont get carried away with the all the riders voted for Lambert ...not true,, Len and the 2 team managers would have had a vote as well,,You dont need a number one as captain , (Boxall great rider and looked after himself ,say no more , ) you need someone who is going to be there supporting the other riders with advice and machinery when required ,,That my friends is David Mason, He is widely respected as a captain and as a person..Having spent some time in the pits myself, i know this to be true... Edited March 5, 2014 by waco 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted March 5, 2014 Report Share Posted March 5, 2014 Must admit Lambert as captain was a bit left wing, however, David is vice captain and will no doubt offer his opinions when he feels like it. As vice captain he will assume the position of captain when Lambert is not available. As for riding order would have thought: 1. Lambert 2. Chessell 3. Mason 4. Compton 5. Morley 6. Freemantle 7. Blake Could see it may differ for away meetings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted March 7, 2014 Report Share Posted March 7, 2014 Good to see that Adam Kirby has a place in the U21 semi at Plymouth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted March 12, 2014 Report Share Posted March 12, 2014 The meeting on 15th March will be a useful run-out for Ben prior to his Under 21 semi-final a week later. A good chance to weigh up the track, sort gearing etc. He must stand a good chance of progressing if there are no unforseen problems. Good luck Ben. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted March 13, 2014 Report Share Posted March 13, 2014 (edited) The meeting on 15th March will be a useful run-out for Ben prior to his Under 21 semi-final a week later. A good chance to weigh up the track, sort gearing etc. He must stand a good chance of progressing if there are no unforseen problems. Good luck Ben. Freemantle is in the semi as well. Edited March 13, 2014 by Islander15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel1 Posted March 13, 2014 Report Share Posted March 13, 2014 Freemantle is in the semi as well. Sorry Islander15, overlooked that fact. Was also going to mention Adam Kirby (ex Kings rider). On the balance of probability (of the Kings riders) Ben would stand the greater chance of progressing, but everyone starts equal so good luck to them all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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