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Poole Speedway 2010
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Poole Speedway 2010
Giles' Update
Club co-promoter Giles Hartwell has received encouraging news from the medical experts who are treating him for cancer. Giles underwent an operation last week as the first stage of his fight against the illness, an operation that is reported to have 'gone very well' and whilst Giles will require a course of chemotherapy, due to begin at the end of this month, early indications are that he is likely to need just the one course. The medical specialists have claimed that "we have caught the cancer early and the signs at this stage are very encouraging".
09-March-2010
Quiz The Panel
Supporters have the opportunity to submit questions in advance for the Forum panel that will consist of Pirates' team manager Neil Middleditch, new Pirates' captain Davey Watt, Buccaneers's team manager Garry May and Buccs' skipper Jay Herne at the R.E.F. evening being held on Wednesday March 10th. Presenting the evening will be Nigel Leahy and anyone who wishes to pose a question for a specific member of the panel, or a general question is invited to send their questions by email to talkpirates@yahoo.com.
Questions can also be submitted on the night by fans attending the function that will be held in the Champs Bar from 7.30pm. Admission prices are REF members £4, Non-Members £5
06-March-2010
Get Well Giles
Poole club owner Matt Ford wishes to express his thanks to Poole Supporters for their forebearance over the last few days whilst the speedway office has been short-manned. Speaking on his way back from a BSPA meeting on Tuesday, BSPA vice-chairman, Ford, wishes to thanks all the fans who have sent messages of support for Giles who, just over a week ago was diagnosed with a form of cancer. "Giles is my best friend and a brilliant right-hand man and his enforced absence from the office has undoubtedly put something of a strain on much of the administrative duties but all our thoughts are very much with him at the moment. He underwent an operation last Thursday and is due for a further scan this coming Friday with the hospital advising us that they should have all the results of the various tests by next Tuesday. After that then they can determine the best form of treatment for Giles and we all hope and pray that he comes through this difficult time for him and his family, as strong as he was before. He is a great guy and I know he appreciates all the personal messages of support that he has received."
Ford added "I am grateful to Nigel Leahy for the role he has played in the last few days especially by fielding a number of the enquiries. This is a busy time for us as we head towards the new season. I can say though that we have now closed the list for applicants for the track photographer position which we recently advertised. We have been overwhelmed with interest and have drawn up a short-list of prospective candidates. We will also be contacting all callers asking for tickets for the Mark Loram Dinner which we are hosting at SteakOut on April 6th. Tickets for that evening, priced at £27.50 per head are limited but our phone-lines will be open and manned from 10:30am to 1.30pm tomorrow (Wednesday 3rd) for further enquiries.
02-March-2010
Extra REF Evening
The Poole Pirates and Bournemouth Buccaneers fund raising group - Rider Equipment Fund - will be staging an extra pre-season event by hosting a Fans Forum evening on Wednesday 10th March (7.30pm) at the Champs Bar. Featuring a panel including Pirates team manager Neil Middleditch, 2010 skipper Davey Watt, Buccaneers' team manager Garry May and another, yet unnamed personality the floor will be open for fans of both teams to ask questions.
After the forum the evening will evolve into a special supporters Mr & Mrs Competition where couples will be interrogated as to how much they know about each other.
Tickets for the evening are £4 for REF Members and £5
26-February-2010
Loram Dinner on April 6th
Poole Speedway will be honouring Mark Loram, GB's last world individual champion and former Pirate star, in a special dinner at the Steakout Restaurant in Bournemouth on Tuesday April 6th. The Poole club has reserved the venue which can cater for up to 120 and Poole club owner Matt Ford believes "it will be a rapid sell-out judging by the interest we have received". Tickets, which will be issued on a strictly first come first served basis will be on sale from next week and can be obtained by calling the stadium office on 01202 681145 from 10am onwards on Monday 1st March. Callers are invited to leave their details on the answering phone as due to illness the office is short-manned at present. "My colleague Giles (Hartwell) has been taken ill and he has my wishes, and those of all associated with Poole Speedway for a speedy return to good health, but I pledge to return all messages left on the answer-machine so if callers can leave their main contact details then I will be in touch as soon as possible
26-February-2010
Poole Speedway Thanks Alan
The management of Poole Speedway wish to place on record their sincere thanks and gratitude to long-term track photographer Alan Whale who has made the decision, through health reasons, to step down from his official position for the forthcoming season.
Club owner Matt Ford paid tribute to Alan claiming his "services to the club have been absolutely outstanding and Alan's absence on Wednesday and Thursday nights will certainly be missed." Matt added "We hope that throughout the season Alan may be able to come along as a guest as we would be delighted to see him at the track."
"We are now looking for a suitable replacement for Alan so if there is anyone who feels they may have the credentials to become our official track photographer then I would ask them to contact me. We are looking for someone with experience at being able to capture high quality action shots as well as pit-side photographs of the riders and they must have the ability to provide a fast turn-round in digital formats so that the photographs can be used by the club. The successful applicant will of course have 'all-areas access' and need to be available for all Pirate's and Buccaneer's home fixtures"
In the first instance any interested parties are asked to email the club through the website at webmaster@poolespeedway.net, ideally supporting their application with samples of their work
15-February-2010
Pirates Now on Twitter
Poole Pirate fans can now follow Poole Speedway through Twitter. In response to fans suggestions the Twitter account has been established and will bring bulletin information on the happenings at Wimborne Road which, once the season gets underway will include fixture news, results and other information. The Twitter, which can be accessed at twitter.com/poolespeedway and will be run in conjunction with www.poolespeedway.net
28-January-2010
Workshops Wanted
Poole Speedway are sending out an appeal to any owners of workshops in the Poole area who would be willing to let them out to the club for the 2010 season. Club owner Matt Ford said "Ideally we require two more workshops where our riders can securely leave their equipment and have the facility for their crew to work on the bikes between meetings and if there is anyone in the Poole area who might be able to help us out then I would urge them to contact Giles at the Stadium Office on 01202 681145 during normal working hours. In a separate appeal we would also like to hear from anyone in the area who would be prepared to provide accommodation for a rider's mechanic during the season. Again, if anyone feels they are in a position to help out then please could they contact Giles on the above number to discuss terms
Ford himself is currently at BSPA headquarters undertaking some of his Management Committee duties and on Thursday will be engaged with the National Development League conference representing the Bournemouth Buccaneers
27-January-2010
Other January News
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