Daniel Smith Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 2 hours ago, Grand Central said: I imagine Sheffield would like a few hundred (?) extra Aces supporters cheering CC on to pay at the gate on Thursday? It still is what pays the bills. I'm not sure Sheffield will receive anything from the meeting?!?. I'm sure the BSPA pay for the hire of the stadiums and all the admissions go straight to them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grand Central Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 1 hour ago, Daniel Smith said: I'm not sure Sheffield will receive anything from the meeting?!?. I'm sure the BSPA pay for the hire of the stadiums and all the admissions go straight to them. It's unfortunate though when some of the things one is most 'sure' of. Turn out to be wrong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Master 88 Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 Scott Nichols rode Thursday Night Ipswich and Opposing riders cant see the problem, Should be professional enough at that level to have 2 vans 6 plus bikes and enough Kevlars, and why Practice, track is never the same the next day, and Dugard didn't when he won the British GP at Coventry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OveFundinFan Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 I just cant believe some of the decisions BSPA make, its as if they dont want this sport to pull itself out of the doldrums. Its got to the point all I am really interested in with speedway now is the GP's. Truly wanted to "get back into speedway", BV (my local track) has the best racing circuit in the UK, but I still cant get myself to go even on a semi regular basis. I feel sorry for CC, knowing he is a bag of nerves, but can do the right thing on occasions, and the BSPA cant snick him into a Tuesday meeting rather then a Thursday meeting - a disgrace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bavarian Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 At least the BSPA have avoided putting Chris Harris and James Shanes into the Thursday semi-final at Sheffield, because it clashes with their world long-track meeting in Germany tomorrow (Thursday). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racers and royals Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 1 hour ago, OveFundinFan said: I just cant believe some of the decisions BSPA make, its as if they dont want this sport to pull itself out of the doldrums. Its got to the point all I am really interested in with speedway now is the GP's. Truly wanted to "get back into speedway", BV (my local track) has the best racing circuit in the UK, but I still cant get myself to go even on a semi regular basis. I feel sorry for CC, knowing he is a bag of nerves, but can do the right thing on occasions, and the BSPA cant snick him into a Tuesday meeting rather then a Thursday meeting - a disgrace. Sorry but if he can’t control his nerves he shouldn’t be a speedway rider- lining up for his 1st race on Saturday night in front of 50000 cheering Poles will be the ultimate test(straight through the tapes i wouldn’t wonder) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eduds1 Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 I know i'm setting myself up for the piss takers on this site, but I have suffered from depression and anxiety for most of my adult life. Over the years the anxiety has got so bad I hate being amongst people and at times even family (Christ knows why), if CC anxiety is that bad he would'nt be riding in front of 50k people. He also should'nt expect the rest of the world to pander to his wants and walk on eggshells when around him. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whisperer Posted May 9, 2018 Report Share Posted May 9, 2018 8 hours ago, Grand Central said: I imagine Sheffield would like a few hundred (?) extra Aces supporters cheering CC on to pay at the gate on Thursday? It still is what pays the bills. Correct, he is more likely to pull from BV at Sheffield rather than Leicester despite both clubs being owned by the same promotion. They must have somebody on the Management Committee looking out for them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waytogo28 Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 Anxiety at whatever level is relatively easily managed ( I know from years of experience ) with a combination of medication and therapy, I am not sure which medication is compatible with professional motorsport but I am sure that CC must be aware of this. It cannot be used as an excuse for poor performance ( if that happens ) IF the correct steps of medication ( where permitted ) and talking therapy are taken. Lets hope that CC is being professional about managing his condition as well as his performances on track. I am a big fan of what he is capable of on track and want to see him conquer his condition at the times when it is most intrusive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Smith Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 3 hours ago, waytogo28 said: Anxiety at whatever level is relatively easily managed ( I know from years of experience ) with a combination of medication and therapy That's a very naive statement. Things have worked for you and that's pleasing. For me no amount of medication or therapy is working. Had all sorts of counselling and every antidepressants going to no avail, been out of work for 2yrs now through this, all started from a bang to the head. There is no 1 quick fix to everybody's evils, we're all different. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Daniel Smith said: That's a very naive statement. Things have worked for you and that's pleasing. For me no amount of medication or therapy is working. Had all sorts of counselling and every antidepressants going to no avail, been out of work for 2yrs now through this, all started from a bang to the head. There is no 1 quick fix to everybody's evils, we're all different. Quite right Danny. it doesnt always work for a lot of people, but you will find some who will say, oh its worked for me to save face. As you and a lot on here know, ive just had a major brain tumour op in the last five months, im still recovering slowly. and its still very scary. I also suffer from Tinitus, im finding it hard to get it back down to the level it was before the op, hopefully it will but its not going to happen in 5 minutes. Axniety comes in different forms, mine stemmed from my panic attacks concurrant with this operation, id go to bed worrying if i was going to have one that night, they are not nice. Depression lives here, this is very hard, although ive come out, fairing better than a lot do after this op, its still hard and worrying, believe me, ive heard some stories from people who have had this op, ive been very, very lucky and had a very, good surgeon. but you have to occupy your mind to take it away, go for a walk in my case look at some racing form and breding or go for a walk, go and look round the shops, put on a DVD you know, you will watch, do something to take your mind away from any negative thoughts, take on positive thoughts. Not easy but it can be done. Willpower. Sometimes its good to talk to somebody who doesnt know you, but it would be far better to talk to somebody who does, providing they are re-assuring have patience and helpful. We all know what a problem it is getting an appointment with YOUR GP, but if you have questions you must ask, and your Dr will listen. make an appointment to see him/her as many times as you like, dont feel guilty, but you have to ask, it wont get offered., the same as if you speak to a specialist. Its also good to speak to somebody that has been through the same thing that gives you an insight, to hopefully, deal with it better. fight or flight, it works, but you have to make it happen. I am now in a position to talk to anybody who's had this op, i can give them an insight as to what to expect.. re-assurance these panic attacks do subside, the titainium pins will not move, dont do to much, you do get fatigued its normal. try not to get stressed , very hard nowadays, enlist as much help as you can from reliatives and friends/neighbours. but in my case you have to do it all, by the book, you dont bugger about with the Brain. Everybody has a different reason for there Aniety and depression, you have to find a way of dealing with it. In the meantime, my ears are singing like bloody canaries, and the head fluid is driving me round the bend, 1 2 3 and four... Edited May 10, 2018 by Starman2006 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aces51 Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 (edited) Good for you Starman being so open about what you've been through and how you are trying to deal with it. I think that is the best approach. You are acknowledging your fears and concerns but also explaining how you are finding ways to help your recovery. Putting it down in writing may be helpful not just for you but to anyone else unfortunate enough to find themselves in a similar position. I hope your recovery continues and that you are soon back to good health. Edited May 10, 2018 by Aces51 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 41 minutes ago, Aces51 said: Good for you Starman being so open about what you've been through and how you are trying to deal with it. I think that is the best approach. You are acknowledging your fears and concerns but also explaining how you are finding ways to help your recovery. Putting it down in writing may be helpful not just for you but to anyone else unfortunate enough to find themselves in a similar position. I hope your recovery continues and that you are soon back to good health. Thank you Aces 51. still a long way to go though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidney the robin Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, Starman2006 said: Quite right Danny. it doesnt always work for a lot of people, but you will find some who will say, oh its worked for me to save face. As you and a lot on here know, ive just had a major brain tumour op in the last five months, im still recovering slowly. and its still very scary. I also suffer from Tinitus, im finding it hard to get it back down to the level it was before the op, hopefully it will but its not going to happen in 5 minutes. Axniety comes in different forms, mine stemmed from my panic attacks concurrant with this operation, id go to bed worrying if i was going to have one that night, they are not nice. Depression lives here, this is very hard, although ive come out, fairing better than a lot do after this op, its still hard and worrying, believe me, ive heard some stories from people who have had this op, ive been very, very lucky and had a very, good surgeon. but you have to occupy your mind to take it away, go for a walk in my case look at some racing form and breding or go for a walk, go and look round the shops, put on a DVD you know, you will watch, do something to take your mind away from any negative thoughts, take on positive thoughts. Not easy but it can be done. Willpower. Sometimes its good to talk to somebody who doesnt know you, but it would be far better to talk to somebody who does, providing they are re-assuring have patience and helpful. We all know what a problem it is getting an appointment with YOUR GP, but if you have questions you must ask, and your Dr will listen. make an appointment to see him/her as many times as you like, dont feel guilty, but you have to ask, it wont get offered., the same as if you speak to a specialist. Its also good to speak to somebody that has been through the same thing that gives you an insight, to hopefully, deal with it better. fight or flight, it works, but you have to make it happen. I am now in a position to talk to anybody who's had this op, i can give them an insight as to what to expect.. re-assurance these panic attacks do subside, the titainium pins will not move, dont do to much, you do get fatigued its normal. try not to get stressed , very hard nowadays, enlist as much help as you can from reliatives and friends/neighbours. but in my case you have to do it all, by the book, you dont bugger about with the Brain. Everybody has a different reason for there Aniety and depression, you have to find a way of dealing with it. In the meantime, my ears are singing like bloody canaries, and the head fluid is driving me round the bend, 1 2 3 and four... I take my hat off to you you have showed terrific character and you obviously are mentally strong and i wish you well in your recovery.Looking in from the outside are you in front of schedule of getting back to nearly full health? for me for you to get to see the Pirates as soon as you have is a miracle.Again good luck for the future and it has certainly made me think again when moaning at home about trivial things that in reality are not important. Edited May 10, 2018 by Sidney the robin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midland Red Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 On 9 May 2018 at 8:35 AM, Midland Red said: What did Cockle say? ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hodgy Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 10 hours ago, waytogo28 said: Anxiety at whatever level is relatively easily managed ( I know from years of experience ) with a combination of medication and therapy, I am not sure which medication is compatible with professional motorsport but I am sure that CC must be aware of this. It cannot be used as an excuse for poor performance ( if that happens ) IF the correct steps of medication ( where permitted ) and talking therapy are taken. Lets hope that CC is being professional about managing his condition as well as his performances on track. I am a big fan of what he is capable of on track and want to see him conquer his condition at the times when it is most intrusive. Absolute boloxio!!! Years of experience yet you post with such ignorance. I’m alright Jack, pull up the ladder! You could not be more wrong. Pleased you found an ‘easy’ remedy, many others don’t. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starman2006 Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 (edited) 5 hours ago, Sidney the robin said: I take my hat off to you you have showed terrific character and you obviously are mentally strong and i wish you well in your recovery.Looking in from the outside are you in front of schedule of getting back to nearly full health? for me for you to get to see the Pirates as soon as you have is a miracle.Again good luck for the future and it has certainly made me think again when moaning at home about trivial things that in reality are not important. Amen, very much so sid thank you. I met a girl at the brain injury group last friday who had the same op as me. She spent 11 days on ITU, then when she came out of hospital didnt leave the house for 5 mths. she had all the same post op symptoms concurrant with this op ie the panic attacks the extreme tiredness fatigue. She has half an eye on her right side . She could not believe i was sitting there like i am. I have so many people , poole fans coming up to me, shaking my hand and asking as to my welbeing, fans say they pray for me its humbling mate. I have OT's drs consultants my surgeon who is always, happy to talk if he's not in theatre. my GP who i have known sinse he was a medical student. As i have said before, the tumour was 2 inchs in diameter totally benign, it was a very deliacate operation. Some patients come out of this and not able to eat whole food, it has to be liquidised, i went straight on to solids without giving it a second thought. the following day i was up out of bed talking to the other patients My surgeon says it is highly, unlikely it will come back, they got it all out what they could see with the naked eyes, ie microscoped glasses, and the CT scan the following day backed that up. I have all my faculties i walk a lot, but have done no proper exercises for 5 mths, i have a physio coming to my house in 2 weeks time to work with me to sort out what i can do all arranged by the brain injury OT team. atm my nose is bunged up and my ears are going mad, the fluid sits then runs like a waterfall, you think its running down your face, but its not. Nothing is set in stone mate, so i want to do what i can, bucket list while i can, we are only here a short time in reality, so you have to do that, this has changed my life outlook big time, i will have MRI scans for the next 4 years, they will be a worry, everytime. But, i say to all those suffering from depression and axniety, ask yourself the question, why ? write it down if nessercary ask questions, believe me, ive been through hell and back but, there are a lot worse than me, and those that sadly dont make it. You are alive, you can go out you can do what you want to do. Theres a 43 yr old lad who comes to the headway group who is confined to a motorised wheelchair, his car was hit by a lorry 20 years ago whist the prat in the lorry was on his mobile, imagine what he went through, i wouldnt like to guess. There are many selfish people in this world, take a walk round the cancer wards or the Neuro surgical wards, they might just think differently. I owe my life to my surgeon, and a very dear friend of mine jayne, who i have known for 37 years who was before she retired senior Nursing coo- ordinator of poole maternity unit i went to see her before christmas she took me to cas, had she not been there, because she worked odd days gawd knows what might have happened to me. Whilst in poole general, i had a massive panic attack where my blood went wrong that was very scary, i lost hair in the op i have a numb righthandside of my head, but, im here im living walking talking seeing hearing and am very very greatful for that. It could have been oh so much worse. and i will always, remember that. Edited May 10, 2018 by Starman2006 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iand Posted May 10, 2018 Report Share Posted May 10, 2018 5 hours ago, Midland Red said: ? I saw something on the National League Facebook site which showed comments by Cockle which included Foul and abusive language , he used the F word a few times and called someone a C. No stars or asteriks used the full words. Not something that should be written on a family FB site like that. It was on there about a week ago before getting removed by the administrator after complaints about it. Most of it was aimed at a Speedway Promoters partner. I can only guess that the ban was for that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midland Red Posted May 11, 2018 Report Share Posted May 11, 2018 21 hours ago, iand said: I saw something on the National League Facebook site which showed comments by Cockle which included Foul and abusive language , he used the F word a few times and called someone a C. No stars or asteriks used the full words. Not something that should be written on a family FB site like that. It was on there about a week ago before getting removed by the administrator after complaints about it. Most of it was aimed at a Speedway Promoters partner. I can only guess that the ban was for that. Oh dear! Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GiveusaB Posted May 16, 2018 Report Share Posted May 16, 2018 Judging on Cook's performance in the Warsaw GP, I assume that he didn't make the practice after all ? BSPA are a bunch of TOP HATS! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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