bigcatdiary Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 8 minutes ago, therefused said: Doesnt look a great team in my opinion... Good at home but poor away, pretty much par for the course for John Cook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 36 minutes ago, therefused said: Doesnt look a great team in my opinion... Not a lot to compare it with at the moment, so we'll see when all are complete I suppose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
northyorksbear Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 Top quality side in my opinion - I have installed them as my favourites for the title already  Would have loved kemp at Redcar 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewy Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 29 minutes ago, northyorksbear said: Top quality side in my opinion - I have installed them as my favourites for the title already  Would have loved kemp at Redcar Totally agree good side, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveusaB Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 Very envious....'Kemp' is a great signing imo…. not sure why he'd want to ride Eastbourne every week though? just my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bloom89 Posted November 19, 2019 Report Share Posted November 19, 2019 2 minutes ago, GiveusaB said: Very envious....'Kemp' is a great signing imo…. not sure why he'd want to ride Eastbourne every week though? just my opinion. To improve his gating? He might think he had a year at Sheffield big open track he’s gone the opposite way so he can try and master a small technical track? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunters Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 10 hours ago, bloom89 said: To improve his gating? He might think he had a year at Sheffield big open track he’s gone the opposite way so he can try and master a small technical track?  He does not need to try to master Arlington probably the smallest 'technical'track.  In the various finals between Eastbourne and Mildenhall at end of 2018 his races against Brennan and Wood, who were at the peak of their form at home, were legendary.  He lost some but he also won in some very aggressive heats for the league title. It has been a disappointing year for him in 2019 particularly in the NL where he was expected to do big things but finished up lowering his average by a whole point. I think this is the perfect move for him  as part of an all British team with no language problems, 2 other teenagers and good technical support who will help him to release his potential. I expect him to average over 5 next season and as his confidence grows it could be 6.  I have a good feeling about this team,  solid heat leaders, and bags of young potential.  Not too worried about winning the league though I think top 6 could be on but they are all racers and are sure to entertain.  2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GiveusaB Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 (edited) I hope he (Kemp) does well, simply for the future of British speedway. He definitely has the potential to follow Lambert and Bewley imo….. Edited November 20, 2019 by GiveusaB 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 Eastie fans are renowned for taking racers to their hearts and generally never put pressure on them if they have a bad patch. Think Drew will become another fans favourite, and that's why we always have a high percentage of returning riders if points allow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HGould Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 16 hours ago, Richard Weston said: What’s Cook got to do with it? isn't he the main Promoter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tocha Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 1 hour ago, HGould said: isn't he the main Promoter? No. His official title is 'Head of Speedway Operations.' The promotors are Mike Bellerby and Trevor Geer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagle69 Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 25 minutes ago, tocha said: No. His official title is 'Head of Speedway Operations.' The promotors are Mike Bellerby and Trevor Geer. Think Mr Bellerby stood down as promotor at the end of last season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old bob at herne bay Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 Not sure Mr. Cook got his promoters "licence" returned - dating back from the closure of Lakeside. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunters Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 Make no mistake the real driving force is Ian Jordan.  Read his latest statement on the eagles web site on how the side were put together and you realise how much he communicates and relates to the supporters. If all clubs operated like him the sport would not have the problems it does. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tocha Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 3 hours ago, Eagle69 said: Think Mr Bellerby stood down as promotor at the end of last season He is still listed as a promotor on the Eagles' website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cityrebel Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 48 minutes ago, tocha said: He is still listed as a promotor on the Eagles' website. He's definitely retired. He said so at the last home meeting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.D Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 I like the look of this team, its well put together with a solid look and bags of potential. Far more balanced than last year and could be a force away from Arlo but of course we are yet to see other teams. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E I Addio Posted November 20, 2019 Report Share Posted November 20, 2019 6 hours ago, tocha said: No. His official title is 'Head of Speedway Operations.' The promotors are Mike Bellerby and Trevor Geer. What function does the Head of Speedway Operations perform , given that there are already two team managers ? With Kennet, Lawson , Kerr , Newman and Edwards in the line up the team has a very Lakeside feel to it, which is nice. If Newman can manage to complete a season without getting injured he could put a decent increase on his average and be a trump card. The trouble is the injuries he has had can slowly take their toll . I like Kyle and wish him well. He deserves a good season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sings4Speedway Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 15 hours ago, E I Addio said: What function does the Head of Speedway Operations perform , given that there are already two team managers ? I believe he largely gobs off, slates the lower leagues and ultimately drags down the name of the club and the hard work put in by others. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazzac Posted November 21, 2019 Report Share Posted November 21, 2019 It does seem if people talk about Eastie being a top heavy team , we're not talking about the riders. But suppose it worked pretty well in our first season in this league, and looks likely to be better still next season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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