Heathen1984 Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 So you should carry on, especially with ur team racing at Plymouth! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted May 6, 2017 Report Share Posted May 6, 2017 (edited) Yes there was some close racing, and like you say plenty of smiling faces to welcome us, mind you most of those smiles had disappeared by the end of the evening, due for the most part to a bitterly cold wind. No dust but i got covered in shale after the first race so beat a hasty retreat to another viewing point . I thought there was a good turnout of Heathens fans, i would like to thank the promotion for getting through the proceedings pretty quickly it wasnt a night to be hanging around. There were a fair few children their which is always nice to see, the problem speedway has is retaining the kids interest. On to the racing Cradley were never seriously threatened though their were some promising displays from the Plymouth boys. Stevie B is probably a little disappointed he couldnt stop Dan the man from getting his Max. Ben Wilson was a good guest for Tom P, Dan G seemed to be finding his best form, solid backing from Luke & Joe, probably Ryan and Connor were a little Disappointed with their points returns, but no lack of effort on there part, for Plymouth Steve B was doing his best to topple the Heathens Ht leaders, but wasnt making the starts, Benji obviously his injury isnt helping him, Smartie was solid if not spectacular, Young Henry A looks a fine prospect for the future, and is one to keep an eye on, probably the most important thing to come out of this meeting for Plymouth was that Richard Andrews seemed to be showing a return to form, he just needs to keep that Thumb from getting injured fr the rest of the season, i think The Devils have something to build on, on Track. That mascot you have doing some laps, dont know who he is or how old, but from what i saw he needs looking after, could be someone, along with Henry, that could keep Plymouth running for years to come. Off Track i think someone needs to be getting out and about around Plymouth with some promotion, i dont think Devonians have taken to the drop back to NL racing yet, i thought it looked like there were about 250 ish in numbers which taking away the Cradley fans ( again around 100 ish) meant their would only be about 150 Devils fans supporting them. It needs some IOW type promotions to be done, look outside of the normal avenues of promotion guys, dont rely on the old tried, and failed ideas.. Tesco community could be a way forward, and Lidl seem to be interested in promotions, possibly try bring a friend for a fiver or 2 for a Tenner on the less attractive nights, a fiver income is better than nowt.. . I know you read these Lorro im trying to be positive here, no criticisms meant to anything or anyone.. good luck to everyone down their, just stay positive and things will turn around.. Edited May 6, 2017 by greyhoundp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaurenceRogers Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 think your counting is failing you Paul !! Naturally I know the figure of attendance and you are well off . As for advertising we have done a lot and doing even more ... kids for free is working and we are in several schools over next few weeks handing out fliers and special tickets. We got a full page in the local paper FRIDAY and have rider articles in this and the St Austell papers. we have an advert in the local magazine that goes out to 47000 homes and had a superb two page spread in this last month and another due next month. We have flier dropped local housing estates , been at local shows and a big motor cycle show last week, sponsored the grass track the other week . Posters with fixtures on are out all round the area . This week we have VIP visits from a local brownie troupe ..... so lots going on 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Naturally you know the figures Laurence it would be worrying if you didnt , good to see you are getting out and about around your local area, its what Speedway as a whole needs to be doing more of, just dont try having those running races during the interval for over 60,s may well need the paramedics if you do , mind could have done with them last week to warm some of us up. Like i say i want to see every Team succeed, and its not easy to get back supporters once they have been lost, and its good that you are making positive efforts in that direction. Good luck for the rest of 2017. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghosty Posted June 1, 2017 Report Share Posted June 1, 2017 Can Plymouth accommodate Connor Coles in their line-up, I think granddad Bob lives local (also I can't see him continuing with Newcastle) - could be a great move for all concerned!! Move quick before others do I recon...............Lawrence? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted June 1, 2017 Report Share Posted June 1, 2017 National Trophy finalists! It's a long wait until you find out your opponents though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil The Ace Posted June 1, 2017 Report Share Posted June 1, 2017 (edited) Adam roynon on his way I wonder Edited June 1, 2017 by Phil The Ace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Phenomenal top 2 now with Roynon in! It looks a good team actually, from the Devils' point of view it's a pity they already have 2 home losses in a play-off quest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East End Fan Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Adam Roynon will turn out to be the signing of the year. Considering some of the serious injuries he has suffered during his career, his performances are gutsy and quite phenominal. Will make the Devils very attractive opponents, so well done to Laurence Rogers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hackneyrocket Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Great to see Adam back riding, hope he stays injury free and has a good season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesM09 Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Could be an interesting end to the season for Plymouth, as they do look to have a very solid team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AntiqueSteve Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Great to see Adam back riding, hope he stays injury free and has a good season. Good to see Adam back riding...but I am just playing Devils Advocate, wasn't he too good for the National League 5 or so Years back riding for Dudley ? Its good to see talented riders but surely he's an established "Championship" level by now ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Good to see Adam back riding...but I am just playing Devils Advocate, wasn't he too good for the National League 5 or so Years back riding for Dudley ? Its good to see talented riders but surely he's an established "Championship" level by now ? That's why they have such a powerful top end. But Roynon has been dropped in the Championship, so what's he supposed to do? Not ride at all?! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ch958 Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 That's why they have such a powerful top end. But Roynon has been dropped in the Championship, so what's he supposed to do? Not ride at all?! you make a fair comment of course but this isn't what the NL was for. How are Buxton and Mildenhall, etc supposed to compete with this? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobC Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Have to admit, he was on it last night at SBA. If Devils can get Compton moving,could cause a few problems. Shame that Atkins is in 1-5 on a 3.5 average. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Hope he helps pull in the crowds down there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunters Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Phenomenal top 2 now with Roynon in! It looks a good team actually, from the Devils' point of view it's a pity they already have 2 home losses in a play-off quest. It is only because they lost those matches with the resultant drop in Compton, Smart and Andrews averages that they are able to make the switch. They never were in a play off quest, will now move off the bottom but still not up to several other teams standards. Will get better home results but not a lot away where others also have good No1,s. For them to improve away Compton and Andrews have got to up there game considerably. The only one that impressed me apart from Boxall was Walker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Henry Atkins was excellent on the island on Thursday. Another decent youngster coming through the system. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobC Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 Henry Atkins was excellent on the island on Thursday. Another decent youngster coming through the system. Last night he scored 16+1, but was leading another race before losing his steel shoe which threw him in all directions bar straight and finished last. Lovely style and has all the trademarks of going a long way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandelion Posted June 3, 2017 Report Share Posted June 3, 2017 you make a fair comment of course but this isn't what the NL was for. How are Buxton and Mildenhall, etc supposed to compete with this? The NL is made for British riders, Roynon is British, and he doesn't have a team place higher up, so it's fair, at least it's Lee Smart that's made room for him, not a young rider Although I do wonder why they got rid of Smart and not Compton... But that's just my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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