OBITUARY: Horspath to pay tribute to Peter “Chalky” White

Horspath Hammers will pay tribute to one of Oxfordshire’s iconic Cycle Speedway personalities, Peter “Chalky” White, before this Sunday’s Elite League match against Poole Comets. “Chalky” started at the old Littlemore Falcons in the Southern League in the 60s, before switch to Horspath after their demise in 1965, for the first of two lengthy spells at The Village. In between […]

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CLUB NEWS: East Park announce new Go-Ride sessions

As part of the ongoing development strategy at the East Park club, seven British Cycling Go-Ride sessions have been announced. Beginning on Thursday 14th July and continuing for the following six Thursdays, these coach led sessions will be open to all riders under 16 years of age. Activities for both girls and boys will include fastest lap, fastest slalom, group […]

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CLUB NEWS: Coventry send out invites for BMS Ltd Junior Classic

Coventry host their BMS Ltd. Junior Classic at Hearsall Common on Friday 15th July 2016. They have sent invites out to Midland clubs, who are all asked to respond as soon as possible to Coventry secretary, Pauline Stuart (csccoventry@hotmail.co.uk). Here are the details: BMS Ltd JUNIOR CLASSIC – Plus Summer BBQ Coventry Hearsall Common Track On Friday 15th July 7.30pm For […]

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MATCH REPORT: Frith Clubman King

Coventry based rider Dave Frith was a deserved winner of the highly successful staging of the inaugural Clubmans Trophy at the revived Brandon Bees track on Tuesday evening. In a hugely enjoyable meeting, held at Bretford Playing Fields set in the rolling Warwickshire countryside, Frith beat a largely equal field representing stalwart club men and veteran riders of the sport. […]

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CLUB NEWS: East Park receive huge funding boost

For some months, East Park’s Chairman, Al Bentley, has been working with Nick Yarworth from British Cycling on a funding application to Sport England. Yesterday, the Wolverhampton club received confirmation that they had been awarded just under £9000. Bentley commented: “This money will help the club move on with further improvements to the already fantastic track and facilities. “It will also […]

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RIP: Col Collett

Col Collett, the founder member and first manager of the Exeter Aces back in 1963, has sadly, but peacefully, passed away at the age of 87, last Friday 1st July 2016. I’m sure our readers will join us in sending our condolences to the family and friends of Col and the Exeter club.

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NEWS: Cardiff Speedway GP meet up venue

For those of the Great Cycle Speedway Family traveling to Cardiff this weekend Saturday 9th July for the British Speedway Grand Prix, there is no better place for a pre-meeting drink and chat, than to meet up with old and new friends at “The Yard”. The meet up starts from 3:30pm and the venue is located in St Mary St. […]

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CLUB NEWS: Kesgrave feature in local magazine

Due to the Kesgrave Panther’s success in the recent British Team Competitions they were honoured with the front page of the local In Touch Magazine. This is distributed to every house within the club’s main catchment area of Kesgarve and Rushmere. Included was a report inside and mention of the successful Monday club night training sessions, open to all new […]

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DRAW: Brandon Clubman’s trophy

Nearly reformed Brandon Bees host their “Clubman’s Trophy” at Brentford Playing fields tonight. The match starts at 7:30pm and features many of the “club men” from around the Midlands (and beyond!). Full line-up in draw order: 1 Dan Drewett (Coventry) 2 Ray Oliver (Coventry) 3 Dave Frith (Leicester) 4 Joe Andrews (Coventry) 5 Adam Tipton (Wednesfield Aces) 6 Ollie Morris […]

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