NEWS: East London receive fair play award

East London’s Kevin Smith was presented with the 2014 fair play award on Saturday at their very successful Go ride event, by Cycle Speedway Commission chairman Graham Elliott. Elliott travelled down to a sunny Canning Town to present the award and watch some of the action, as the East Londoners continue their recruitment drive. Congratulations to the East London team.

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NEWS: Norfolk meeting report

Just under 20 people, including Cycle Speedway Commission Chair Graham Elliott, attended a so-called “crisis meeting” at Harford Community Centre to look at the future of the sport in Norfolk.  The current situation, particularly the sustainability of county competitions and the problems around recruitment and retention, was outlined.

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FEATURE: Moving forward

There was some emotive language used by the commission chairman, Graham Elliott, in his letter to clubs yesterday. He referred to metaphorical grenades and indicating his passion and love for the sport. There are reassuring moments in his letter and his desire to promote a positive outcome is welcomed. However, one thing his letter doesn’t address is the reasons why many […]

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