Scorpions look for key victory
ATTIS INSURANCE Scunthorpe Scorpions are seeking to gain a vital victory which would leave them with one foot in the Championship play-offs, when they host reigning champions Leicester Lions at the Eddie Wright Raceway on Friday (September 3) at 7.30pm.
The league table has taken on a slightly different complexion, following the very sad closure of Eastbourne last week and the expunging of their results. All at Scunthorpe Speedway sincerely hope that the Eagles can return in 2022.
Scorpions are currently fourth in the battle for the top six places and a play-off place, some seven points clear of seventh-placed Kent Kings. Leicester are sixth, just a point ahead of Kings.
Scorpions will be missing both Jordan Palin and Tero Aarnio on Friday. Palin suffered a fracture in his collarbone at Redcar last Friday, while Aarnio is currently unable to travel to the UK due to visa complications. The Finn is stressed about not being to travel across and Scorpions have a sick note to cover for his absence.
Rising Star Palin has moved into the top five of Scorpions’ line-up for September, while skipper Simon Lambert moves down to the reserve berth. Therefore, Scorpions will be able to use rider replacement to cover for the 17-year-old’s absence, while Ben Barker is expected to guest for Aarnio.
Scunthorpe promoter Rob Godfrey said: “We’ve won eight out of eight league matches at home, and we will be out to make it nine out of nine against Leicester and take another major step towards the play-offs.
“It won’t be easy. Leicester won at the Eddie Wright Raceway earlier this season in the KO Cup, although the track was different that night, due to a heavy rain shower in early evening. But if we ride to our capabilities, we can beat them.
“It’s going to be a thrilling night of action for the fans to enjoy. We’re also holding our Speedway Riders’ Benevolent Fund collection on Friday, and I hope the fans will give generously to this worthy cause.”
ADMISSION PRICES FOR FRIDAY:
Adult: £17.00 (including programme)
Student/OAP: £15.00 (including programme)
Child (10 – 17): £5.00 (not including programme)
Child (0 – 9) Free (accompanied by paying adult – not including programme)
Tickets can be obtained in advance online, or they can be purchased (cash only) on the day at the turnstiles.
There is a 3% handling fee for online sales – please note this handing fee goes to the ticketing provider, not the club.
Almost all our COVID restrictions have now been relaxed, although we will keep the same queueing system in the clubhouse, with entry via the small viewing area outside the clubhouse and the exit through the main entrance. Hand sanitiser will still be provided. Please respect others who still wish to practice social distancing and/or wear facemasks.
Tickets are available under the Ticket Office menu on the club website at:
http://scunthorpe-speedway.com/ticketoffice
When you click on the link you will be taken to the following URL:
https://scunthorpescorpionstickets.seatedly.com/
Click on the “buy tickets” tab which will take you a list of meetings and when you have finished, please click on “my basket” tab to complete the transaction.
NOTE REGARDING TICKETS: Please bring your ticket with you – either a physical copy or on your phone. The QR code (the matrix barcode) will be scanned to allow you entry to the stadium – please present to the staff at the entry point at the Eddie Wright Raceway. Please note there is a 3% handling fee for each ticket ordered – this goes to the ticketing provider, not the club. If you have any problems when ordering your tickets, please contact the club (email gail.godfrey@btconnect.com) and we will assist you. Please note that cash admission on the day is also available.
PHOTO: Ian Rispin.
