J-D Posted April 27, 2017 Report Share Posted April 27, 2017 Maybe of use to some of you if you plan ahead. http://www.hovertravel.co.uk/5-Day-Returns-on-selected-days-in-May-FREE-Hoverbus/index.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dickie Head Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Nathan Greaves signs for Ipswich and will continue with Warriors when Ippo commitments allow or until IOW redeclare. Guests permitted in meantime. On track the Warriors are in melt down, but have an opportunity to restructure for the better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Nathan Greaves signs for Ipswich and will continue with Warriors when Ippo commitments allow or until IOW redeclare. Guests permitted in meantime. On track the Warriors are in melt down, but have an opportunity to restructure for the better. Its all well and good saying restructure, but who is available ?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 James Shanes would be a great signing for the island. He is excellent around smallbrook. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted May 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 Cook & Coles (if he's released by Eastbourne) to come in for Greaves and a reserve? Nevertheless I'd keep Greaves as long as possible, he's been going well this season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teaboy279 Posted May 8, 2017 Report Share Posted May 8, 2017 I know the rules allow this, but I don't think the bspa should allow a rider to sign for a club (doubling up or down) that has the same race night as the riders original club. A right kick in the teeth for common decency for me. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) I know the rules allow this, but I don't think the bspa should allow a rider to sign for a club (doubling up or down) that has the same race night as the riders original club. A right kick in the teeth for common decency for me. Craig Cook was refused permission to do this last season. It seems that the NL is being treated as the poor relation again. EDIT: Rob Godfrey, 16/05/16: 'You simply cannot sign a rider when he already rides for a club on your racenight'. Edited May 9, 2017 by Halifaxtiger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagpuss Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Feel for the IOW but it's all about rider progression surely? Greaves needs to be riding in the Championship and if that's at the expense of his NL spot then so be it, as unfortunate as that is. Good to see Chris Louis issuing an apology. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Feel for the IOW but it's all about rider progression surely? Greaves needs to be riding in the Championship and if that's at the expense of his NL spot then so be it, as unfortunate as that is. Good to see Chris Louis issuing an apology. A rider might want to progress from the Championship to the Premiership for exactly the same reason. Under the ruling made in respect of Craig Cook last season, that would be refused. I really don't see the difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bagpuss Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 If we are nit picking then Cook wanted to 'drop down' to the PL last year but I do very much see your point. However I guess it boils down to how you view the NL; for me apart from the professional third division riders like Halsey, Armstrong, Priest etc everyone else is making their way in the sport and looking to improve as quickly as possible. In essence the main role of the NL is to be a production line for the leagues above where younger riders can learn their trade. As I've said you can only sympathise with IOW but to block a young rider from taking a Championship spot would be bonkers. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunters Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Can see a double deal coming Coles & Dugard for Greaves & Mullins. Strengthens the tail considerably I would think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 (edited) Cook & Coles (if he's released by Eastbourne) to come in for Greaves and a reserve? Nevertheless I'd keep Greaves as long as possible, he's been going well this season. Think Islander means Harland Cook? Although if it did happen Coles and Dugard would hopefully steady it up a bit. Edited May 9, 2017 by gazzac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Would Richard Hall fit for Nathan ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Halifaxtiger Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 If we are nit picking then Cook wanted to 'drop down' to the PL last year but I do very much see your point. However I guess it boils down to how you view the NL; for me apart from the professional third division riders like Halsey, Armstrong, Priest etc everyone else is making their way in the sport and looking to improve as quickly as possible. In essence the main role of the NL is to be a production line for the leagues above where younger riders can learn their trade. As I've said you can only sympathise with IOW but to block a young rider from taking a Championship spot would be bonkers. I view the NL as a development league but it should never be forgotten that most of the clubs are still as much a business as those in the top two tiers. They depend on attendances and sponsorship to exist in exactly the same way, so they shouldn't be treated any differently at all. If Connor Mountain wanted to ride for Swindon the move would be blocked, so in those circumstances a young riders chances of riding at a higher level would be refused in the interests of the clubs concerned. I really don't see the difference and its not that Greaves is being stopped from riding in the Championship, just being stopped from riding for a Thursday club. I think what is most infuriating is that it is yet another broken precedent and what's worse is that this is the second time the Isle of Wight have suffered that this season, following the disgraceful Harland Cook ruling. That's bad enough for any team, but for a promotion with the attitude and enthusiasm of those on the Island its even harder to bear. Can see a double deal coming Coles & Dugard for Greaves & Mullins. Strengthens the tail considerably I would think. They could probably fit Harland Cook in as well. If it comes off, my suspicion is the Warriors will be stronger for it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Islander15 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Harland Cook won't be riding in the team, confirmed by Barry Bishop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Harland Cook won't be riding in the team, confirmed by Barry Bishop. I hope you sort something good,feel really sorry for the warriors with all the hard work everyone has put in to try and make a real go of the club. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East End Fan Posted May 10, 2017 Report Share Posted May 10, 2017 What has happened to Island with the Ipswich move demonstrates the attitude of the BSPA to National League racing. It is the very lifeblood of the sport in this country and, as such, should be given every chance to succeed. Instead, the BSPA seem to kick the clubs of the NL in the teeth at every opportunity even taking away their right to own riders' contracts, a disgraceful decision which is morally indefensible imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Im hearing but not been confirmed yet, that there is a change at the bottom end for the Warriors, this has been possible due the situation at Kent. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sings4Speedway Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Im hearing but not been confirmed yet, that there is a change at the bottom end for the Warriors, this has been possible due the situation at Kent. Certainly looks likely given the guest appearances that he's made plus the limited amount of effort shown by one of the reserves. Given that Spooner is guesting for Mildenhall on Sunday as an unattached 3 pointer i suspect an announcement won't be made until Monday? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greyhoundp Posted May 11, 2017 Report Share Posted May 11, 2017 Well if its true, then its good for both Rider and team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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