CLUB NEWS: Newport 1970’s Reunion and Bennett rejoins club

Newport CSC held a 1970s reunion at local wetherspoons recently, and lots of reminiscing was had by all.
A discussion took place on plans for the clubs 50th anniversary event for next may, where it is planned to stage an open individual and maybe a pairs event featuring vets riding with girl racers.
Riders in pic are Glenn Edwards, Graham Collins,Steve Clark, Paul Baker, Paul Hiscocks, Nicky Davies Mike Watkins, Keith Hunt, Stuart Raven, Martin Davies, Colin Simmons.

Meanwhile former Welsh Open Champion and current Welsh International cycle speedway rider Adam Bennett has, subject to British Cycling approval, returned to race for Newport after a short spell with near neighbours East Newport.
Adam will boost the Newport team as he is a very accomplished first team rider.

Adam told a member of his new club that he is looking forward to helping Newport be successful in regional and National meetings, and on a personal level, feels the training at the Newport International Sports Village circuit will help him in his preparations for thus years World Championships which take place in East Anglia in September.