Big match preview: Scunthorpe v Glasgow
SCORPIONS OUT TO TAME TIGERS
ATTIS INSURANCE Scunthorpe Scorpions are seeking to win their third successive home meeting, when they entertain third-placed Glasgow Tigers at the Eddie Wright Raceway tomorrow (Friday) at 7.30pm.
Connor Coles, an excellent guest against last Friday, when he scored 4+2 in a 47-43 victory over Redcar at the EWR, will make his debut as a fully-fledged Scorpion, in place of the injured Ryan Kinsley.
Meanwhile, Scunthorpe will use rider replacement for Tero Aarnio, who is on World Championship duty.
Scorpions’ team manager Dave Peet says: “We know it’s going to be a tough match against Glasgow.
“We will be using rider replacement with no Tero Aarnio again, as he’s away riding in the Grand Prix qualifier in Slovakia on Saturday.
“You never know which Glasgow team is going to turn up, though. They seem to be struggling a little bit on the road at the minute, but they are the sort of team that can bounce straight back and bite you, so we will need to be on the top of our game to see them off and collect the three league points.
“There was some good racing as usual in last Friday’s win over Redcar and we’d like a repeat performance – another night when the fans go happy from both the result and from feeling entertained.”
For those who cannot make it to the Eddie Wright Raceway, Scorpions are live streaming home meetings for just £11.99 each at: https://tv.scunthorpe-speedway.com/
Expected teams for tomorrow (Friday):
Attis Insurance Scunthorpe Scorpions: 1. Ryan Douglas, 2. Simon Lambert (captain), 3. Zaine Kennedy, 4. Jake Allen, 5. Rider replacement for Tero Aarnio, 6. Connor Coles, 7. Jordan Palin.
Glasgow Tigers: 1. Craig Cook, 2. Connor Bailey, 3. Ulrich Ostergaard, 4. Benjamin Basso, 5. Tom Brennan, 6. Danyon Hume, 7. Broc Nicol.
ADMISSION PRICES FOR TOMORROW (FRIDAY):
Adult: £18.00
Student/OAP: £16.00
Child (10 – 17): £5.00
Child (0 – 9) Free (accompanied by paying adult – not including programme)
Match Programme: £1.00
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.
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.
Live stream for meeting for £11.99:
https://tv.scunthorpe-speedway.com/
