Big Match preview: Scunthorpe v Poole
SCORPIONS LOOK TO BEAT THE CHAMPS!
ATTIS INSURANCE Scunthorpe Scorpions are confident that they can pass one of their toughest tests of the season at the Eddie Wright Raceway, when defending champions Poole Pirates are the visitors tonight (Friday) at 7.30pm.
Scorpions have won their last three home fixtures, including an impressive 50-40 victory over high-flying Glasgow last Friday. It was much tougher in the return fixture up at Glasgow on Sunday, but Scorpions are again ready to show that they are a force to be reckoned with around their home track.
Scunthorpe are due to be back at full strength, with the return of Tero Aarnio from suspension and World Championship duty.
Scunthorpe promoter Rob Godfrey said: “Every match is a biggie now, but they don’t come much bigger than tonight’s fixture against the reigning champions Poole, who are up at the top end of the table as always.
“We had a great win against Glasgow last Friday and we know what we’ve got to do tonight in what is another must win match.
“Poole came here last year and we managed to beat them, we were one of the few teams who did, and we’ll adopt the same philosophy again and do our best to send them packing.
“I’m sure it will be another brilliant speedway of speedway at the Eddie Wright Raceway, as our lads do battle with the likes of Danny King, Stevie Worrall and Richard Lawson. It’s one not to be missed.”
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 tonight (Friday):
Attis Insurance Scunthorpe Scorpions: 1. Ryan Douglas, 2. Simon Lambert (captain), 3. Zaine Kennedy, 4. Jake Allen, 5. Tero Aarnio, 6. Connor Coles, 7. Jordan Palin.
Poole Pirates: 1. Danny King, 2. Zach Cook, 3. Steve Worrall, 4. Ben Cook, 5. Richard Lawson, 6. Drew Kemp, 7. Nathan Ablitt.
ADMISSION PRICES FOR TONIGHT(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/
