mickthemuppet Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 17 minutes ago, Racin Jason 72 said: I do believe buster has the best intentions. But he is alienating the fans. I can’t think of another sport where a arch rival has bought the other arch rivals and it’s flourished. There are many promoters in Speedway that have run more than one club at the same time and have done well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arch Stanton Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 When we first moved down to the Championship in 2011, I was absolutely gutted and I didn’t even attend a single meeting for that first year. My enthusiasm had completely disappeared. I then reluctantly tagged along to a meeting the following year due to my employers sponsoring the meeting and due to the fact my work colleagues then became regular attendees, I also then became a regular again with them. I started to enjoy my Speedway again and although I still had that desire to see us return to the top flight, that desire lessened with every season. My initial reaction a few weeks ago when the news broke that we had moved up, was excitement and the feeling it was definitely the right time especially with the Championship being watered down. The caveat of course, was the apprehension surrounding the sale of the club by Louis, and to Chapman of all people. Now the dust has settled and I’ve had time to reflect, I’m now actually gutted we’ve moved up. Never thought that would ever happen! I can’t be the only one who has been watching in envy at some of our riders joining other Championship sides? The “watering down” hasn’t been as dramatic as I first thought. The likes of Somerset and Sheffield in particular have built very good looking sides. We could have retained King, Schlein/Covatti and Heeps and also took advantage of Kemp on a 2.00 average and had another crack at that elusive title under the continued “safe” ownership of Louis. Instead, we’re now under the ownership of a prat who just stupidly publicly stated he doesn’t like us and has the blood of our arch enemies running through his veins, and all the uncertainty of not having a scooby whether we’ll be even competitive let alone challenging. We do of course have to wait and see how this all plays out, but right at this moment, it has the feeling of a massive own goal from Louis and the potential to be a disaster. I hope I’m proved completely wrong.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Racin Jason 72 Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Apart from always preferring 2nd division racing I couldn’t agree with you more. Watching louis loram Norris standing and Howe and then Tacey lanham And nicholls blossom was fantastic. I was so looking forward to seeing drew do the same. Prospects like him come along so rarely and we have tossed it all away to prop up the top league. I’ve no enthusiasm whatsoever 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Or maybe Kemp wasn't going to ride for the Witches so Chris Louis thought it best for Chris Louis to make the jump and not be castigated by the fans..... Maybe there were/are a few more riders that us supporters felt would do well for the Witches in 2019 but have ruled themselves out too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wealdstone Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 IMO Buster is devious and am deeply uneasy regarding his motives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Icicle Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 That seems to the consensus amongst most of us Worried Witches..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Tbh.... this year got to a stage with me that it was rubbish... wasn't enjoying the season. But I was asked this question " what's best... speedway like it is or no speedway at all? " And for the first time the no speedway at all was winning.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badge Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 This silence is deafening!! We, as a club, are used to so much interaction on social media in the close season, as well as the season itself, from Henry, Chris and Ritchie. Shell shocked and no information just isn't witches way. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 It's as though they have given up.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk127 Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Perhaps Chapman has an embargo on press releases etc. when it comes to team announcements and he has to approve everything before it goes public. It is his show and he will call the tune, Louis and GED are just puppets and he would not want one of his lackies stealing his thunder. If you sell your soul to the enemy most know what eventually happens. Perhaps someone who uses twitter could try contacting one of them and see what feedback you get. Louis would seemingly be reasonably open in the past, if he is not now, you have the answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arch Stanton Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 2 minutes ago, Hawk127 said: Perhaps Chapman has an embargo on press releases etc. when it comes to team announcements and he has to approve everything before it goes public. It is his show and he will call the tune, Louis and GED are just puppets and he would not want one of his lackies stealing his thunder. If you sell your soul to the enemy most know what eventually happens. Perhaps someone who uses twitter could try contacting one of them and see what feedback you get. Louis would seemingly be reasonably open in the past, if he is not now, you have the answer. Ged Rathbone provided an update on the Peterborough website only a few days ago so that would dispel that theory. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Thumb Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 The Supporters Club AGM will be taking place on Wednesday 12th December at Kesgrave Social Club, followed by a Q & A session with Chris and time permitting, a mini quiz. Start time 7.30pm. We will be having a raffle and bank statements permitting, the 400 Club draw for December will take place. It's going to be a busy evening! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawk127 Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 7 minutes ago, Arch Stanton said: Ged Rathbone provided an update on the Peterborough website only a few days ago so that would dispel that theory. Nothing of any substance, waffle, hot air and all pretty meaningless. No riders named which is what most are seeking and in Louis’s case he probably would not put out a release like that thinking it to be a waste of time and an insult to the intelligence of the fan base. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arch Stanton Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 3 minutes ago, Hawk127 said: Nothing of any substance, waffle, hot air and all pretty meaningless. No riders named which is what most are seeking and in Louis’s case he probably would not put out a release like that thinking it to be a waste of time and an insult to the intelligence of the fan base. We’ll agree to disagree. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluPanther Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 8 minutes ago, Hawk127 said: Nothing of any substance, waffle, hot air and all pretty meaningless. No riders named which is what most are seeking and in Louis’s case he probably would not put out a release like that thinking it to be a waste of time and an insult to the intelligence of the fan base. Did you actually read the statement ??? “We have six riders who have agreed to ride for us, and we are just awaiting confirmation on the seventh. Only when we have all seven in place will we begin announcing names, as if you start making things public before contracts are signed, that’s when you can hit problems.'' 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daniel Smith Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 6 hours ago, John Scrutton said: Buster has paid a lot of money to buy two clubs just to close them down I DOUBT IT . Of course he hasn't, but he doesn't treat fans of clubs the correct way. If these fans walk away he'll financially be in the cow poop. Peterborough and Ipswich fans may flock to the first couple of meetings but if things ain't as the fans like they'll be no more. It's how it is, Speedway needs to start delivering on Value For Money. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dontforgetthefueltapsbruv Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 1 hour ago, Tom Thumb said: The Supporters Club AGM will be taking place on Wednesday 12th December at Kesgrave Social Club, followed by a Q & A session with Chris and time permitting, a mini quiz. Start time 7.30pm. We will be having a raffle and bank statements permitting, the 400 Club draw for December will take place. It's going to be a busy evening! Is this member only or open to all like normal quiz night? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2ndbendbeerhut Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 Special handshake sort of members?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bald Bloke Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 (edited) 9 hours ago, John Scrutton said: Buster has paid a lot of money to buy two clubs just to close them down I DOUBT IT . I doubt he has done to make lots of cash either. It's keeping the 3 leagues going for now, is probably the reason.. Even Matt Ford said he was brave. Edited December 2, 2018 by Bald Bloke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Thumb Posted December 2, 2018 Report Share Posted December 2, 2018 I think it's open to all but only members can vote on AGM. Best to check tho via their Facebook page or website. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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