eric i Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 Which NDL teams are not riding next year, Berwick...... Mildenhall could be iffy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 4 minutes ago, eric i said: Which NDL teams are not riding next year, Berwick...... Mildenhall could be iffy? Edinburgh Iffy .Kent Iffy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cast1rn Posted October 9, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Nickinho said: Isn't the BSN Cup sponsored though (as well as televised) which means actual real money coming into the sport so why would anyone want to scrap that? Potato/Potato, BSN would hopefully cover a number of the additional league meetings. As of now it's the Cab direct championship and the BSN league. So one for winning the league and one for winning the playoffs, job done. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neila Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 Always thought speedway now should be home one week away the other,may need a couple squeezed in as well, that way April to August will be able to fit the meetings in, people won't have the expense of weekly speedway, cost spread out over the season, sometimes less is more. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dog Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 7 hours ago, Normski said: Looking at Berwicks fixtures this season including blank weekends and Bullets stand alone fixtures, works out roughly about 9 Saturday nights. So if League is 8 teams and 2H 2A that would be 6 extra meetings so is doable. Be good to see double headers again in late September early October Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuntdouble Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 2 home 2 away …… more meetings ……more wages fir the riders…… more entertainment for the fans …….. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Sidney Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 7 hours ago, Bojangles said: I don't know why the NDL needs a certain amount of teams to make it work. Surely it only realistically needs four teams...and they race each other four times. It's all about the kids after all isn't it? At least it should be! Would be a big loss without having a competitive league for some of these kids to race in. There's no doubts the likes of Ashton Boughen, Luke Harrison, Max Perry et al. have benefited from the league. Tell that to Workington, Mildenhall and Kent for example, adding in that, by the way, if you have the temerity to fill spare weeks with alternative racing ( NORA let's say) we will threaten to take your licence away and fine you 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehone Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 if keeping playoffs it has to be top team to final, 2nd & 3rd over 2 legs to meet top team. not enough clubs to have top 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bellers101 Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 4 hours ago, Nickinho said: Isn't the BSN Cup sponsored though (as well as televised) which means actual real money coming into the sport so why would anyone want to scrap that? Because it's a Mickey Mouse cup! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nickinho Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 (edited) To whoever thought it would be a good idea to hand out those ear piercing air horns to all the kids: I hate you. Edited October 9, 2023 by Nickinho 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bojangles Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Sir Sidney said: Tell that to Workington, Mildenhall and Kent for example, adding in that, by the way, if you have the temerity to fill spare weeks with alternative racing ( NORA let's say) we will threaten to take your licence away and fine you True. There has to be some incentive for these teams to continue in the NDL - threatening them with fines and revoked licences certainly isn’t it. They need to work together for a brighter future. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Sidney Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 1 hour ago, Bojangles said: True. There has to be some incentive for these teams to continue in the NDL - threatening them with fines and revoked licences certainly isn’t it. They need to work together for a brighter future. You would think the SCB and BSPL would realise that, and that the penny would have dropped. You would hope they had the ambition to work with Buxton, IOW and maybe Lydd to create the opportunities for youngsters to race and get experience. What a tragedy it will be if there is no NDL or equivalent, and Workington don't feel able to move into the Championship and so don't stage league speedway next year. Time for Mr Morris to demonstrate his ability 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
szkocjasid Posted October 9, 2023 Report Share Posted October 9, 2023 3 hours ago, stevehone said: if keeping playoffs it has to be top team to final, 2nd & 3rd over 2 legs to meet top team. not enough clubs to have top 4 Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevehone Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 13 hours ago, szkocjasid said: Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. then top 2 only to playoff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HGould Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 (edited) My hunch as others have alluded to. PL possibly rebranded Elite. Aim to gave a GP level rider t number 1 and a couple of strong domestic level heat leaders at 2 and 3. A couple of 5 to 6 point second strings and a reserve and rising star CL One heat leader from PL from 2nd or 3rd HL slot Second string and reserve PL allowed in heat leader CL roles. Second string in CL must be no higher than PL reserve or rising star Reserves in CL to be NDL current second strings or reserves This would involve a thorough list of all riders listed by category for HL SS RS respectively for both leagues. PL standard higher CL standard a mid point between CL and upper NDL Lower NDL level to ride in 6 heat junior teams for any PL or CL clubs who wanted as second half No B Teams in 2 leagues. Aim to get Workington, Mildenhall possibly Kent financially able to compete in CL by fixed pay rates no guarantees. Edited October 10, 2023 by HGould Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben91 Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 14 hours ago, szkocjasid said: Doesn't suit the top team, as either the 2nd or 3rd best team gets 2 big play-off crowds, while the table toppers only get one. But the point of the play-offs isn’t to get big crowds, it’s to decide who wins the title… isn’t it? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crescent girl Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 46 minutes ago, Ben91 said: But the point of the play-offs isn’t to get big crowds, it’s to decide who wins the title… isn’t it? Don't be silly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bandit59 Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 49 minutes ago, crescent girl said: Don't be silly Hope you enjoyed the meeting last night Dick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BackstaightBandit Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 3 hours ago, Bandit59 said: Hope you enjoyed the meeting last night Dick I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fromafar Posted October 10, 2023 Report Share Posted October 10, 2023 12 minutes ago, BackstaightBandit said: I’m sure you did Tiger59, do you think you have enough of a lead so you can celebrate a league title? Bitter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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