Scunthorpe v Redcar: big match preview
ANOTHER THRILLER ON THE CARDS
ATTIS INSURANCE Scunthorpe Scorpions can move to the top of the northern section of the Jubilee League by defeating Redcar Bears at the Eddie Wright Raceway tonight (Friday) at 7.30pm.
Last week, Scorpions started their fixtures in the new competition with a thrilling 46-44 home victory over the Leicester Lions. Matches between Scunthorpe and Redcar are almost always hard-fought, so another cracking speedway could be on the cards tonight.
Tero Aarnio makes his return from injury, while Jake Allen is not quite fit, and Scorpions will use rider replacement in his place.
Scunthorpe promoter Rob Godfrey explains: “Tero rode in Poland last weekend, so he will be returning to the side. But, unfortunately, Jake didn’t get the news he wanted when he went for a check-up on Monday and it’s going to be another week before he’s properly fit again.
“We will have to use rider replacement tonight because there are no suitable guests available on his average, but Redcar have had some bad luck of their own because Erik Riss was injured last Sunday while racing in the Polish league, so they will either be using R/R or a guest to cover.
“I’m predicting another fantastic night of speedway, while in a three-team mini-league, it’s vital not to lose at home. We avoided that last week against Leicester, and we need to make sure we get another three points against Redcar to add to our account tonight, ahead of our away meetings at Redcar and Leicester next weekend.”
For those unable to make it to the Eddie Wright Raceway, the meeting is being shown on the British Speedway Network at: https://watch.britishspeedway.co.uk
Expected teams for tonight (Friday):
Attis Insurance Scunthorpe Scorpions: 1. Ryan Douglas, 2. Simon Lambert (captain), 3. James Wright, 4. Rider replacement for Jake Allen, 5. Tero Aarnio, 6. Adam Roynon, 7. Zaine Kennedy.
Redcar Bears: 1. Charles Wright, 2. Jason Edwards, 3. Guest or R/R for Erik Riss, 4. Kasper Andersen, 5. Lewis Kerr, 6. Kyle Bickley, 7. Jordan Jenkins.
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.
