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Milton Keynes Knights
The Milton Keynes Knights are a Speedway team which originally operated from 1978 until their closure in 1992. The team were revived in 2012 but have had to race at various venues outside of Milton Keynes. History 1978–1988 The inaugural league season for the team was during the 1978 National League season, in which they finished in 16th place. The team were based at the Milton Keynes Greyhound Stadium Milton Keynes Greyhound Stadium was a greyhound racing and speedway stadium, in Milton Keynes located on the Groveway in Ashland. Origins & opening The stadium opened as an independent track on 25 July 1963 and was called the Groveway Greyh ... on the Groveway, in Ashland, Milton Keynes. The team continued to compete in division 2 (known as the National League at the time) until 1988, with a best place finish of 3rd in 1987. 1989–1992 In 1989, the team moved to the new stadium at Elfield Park. The team ran for another four seasons at this venue but finished no high ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Milton Keynes Greyhound Stadium
Milton Keynes Greyhound Stadium was a greyhound racing and speedway stadium, in Milton Keynes located on the Groveway in Ashland. Origins & opening The stadium opened as an independent track on 25 July 1963 and was called the Groveway Greyhound Stadium. The name Groveway came from the Grove Way road that passed the stadium on the north side joining the small town of Bletchley with the village of Simpson. The track had been built four years before the birth of a large new town called Milton Keynes (named after one of the 15 villages) in a planned 34 square mile area. Milton Keynes proceeded to grow at speed eventually becoming the size of city. History Racing took place on Tuesday at 8pm and Saturday at 7.30pm and the circumference was 410 yards with an 'Inside Sumner' hare. Facilities included licensed bars, a refreshment bar and a children's playground. The promoter and Racing Manager Robert Beckett organised annual events called the Groveway Autumn Cup, Groveway Derby and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1981 National League Season
The 1981 National League was contested as the second division/tier of Speedway in the United Kingdom. Summary The league started with 20 teams with Nottingham Outlaws dropping out and Wolverhampton Wolves joining up, having moved down from the British League. Berwick Bandits were forced to quit after 26 league meetings, their record being expunged. Middlesbrough Tigers comfortably won their first ever title. Exeter Falcons rider Tony Sanford died following an accident at the County Ground Stadium on 7 September. He was racing in a match against Milton Keynes when he hit a barrier near the final bend. A memorial trophy was held in subsequent years in his memory. Final table Top Five Riders National League Knockout Cup The 1981 National League Knockout Cup was the 14th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Edinburgh Monarchs were the winners of the competition. First round Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Edinburgh were de ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1991 British League Division Two Season
The 1991 British League Division Two season was contested as the second division of Speedway in the United Kingdom. The league had been renamed from the National League. Summary The title sponsored by Sunbrite was won by the Arena Essex Hammers. Hackney withdrew in July, ten matches into the season. Final table British League Division Two Knockout Cup The 1991 British League Division Two Knockout Cup sponsored by Phonesport, was the 24th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Arena Essex Hammers were the winners of the competition. First round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Final tied 90–90, replay required Final replay First leg Second leg Arena Essex were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 100–80. Riders' Championship Jan Stæchmann won the Riders' Championship. The final sponsored by Jawa Moto & Barum was held on 14 September at Brandon Stadium. * f=fell, r-retired, ex=excluded, ef=engine failure t=touched t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1990 National League Season
The 1990 National League was the 16th since its establishment as a second tier in 1975, a renamed British League Division Two, and the last before it was again renamed British League Division Two. Summary The league was initially supposed to run with 18 teams - however, Mildenhall Fen Tigers were unable to form a team to the 42-point minimum average limit, and were expelled on March 22, 1990. Matches were once again run over a 16-heat formula, with seven riders per team. Poole Pirates were again champions, and stepped up into British League Division One for the 1991 season. League table M = Meetings; W = Wins; D = Draws; L = Losses; F = Race points for; A = Race points against; Pts = Total Points National League Knockout Cup The 1990 National League Knockout Cup was the 23rd edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Poole Pirates were the winners of the competition. First round Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Poole were decla ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1989 National League Season
The National League was the second tier of British speedway racing in 1989. Summary The champions that year were Poole Pirates. Final table National League Knockout Cup The 1989 National League Knockout Cup was the 22nd edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Berwick Bandits were the winners of the competition. First round Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Berwick were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 109–83. Riders' Championship Mark Loram won the Riders' Championship. The final sponsored by Jawa Moto & Barum was held on 9 September 1989 at Brandon Stadium. Pairs The National League Pairs was held at Hackney Wick Stadium on 19 August. The event was won by Stoke Potters for the second consecutive season. Semi finals *Stoke bt Edinburgh 6-3 *Mildenhall bt Hackney 6-3 Final *Stoke bt Mildenhall 6-3 Fours Peterborough Panthers won the fours championship final for the second successive year ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1988 National League Season
In 1988 the National League, also known as British League Division Two, was the second tier of speedway racing in the United Kingdom. Summary The league champions that year were Hackney Kestrels. Final table National League Knockout Cup The 1988 National League Knockout Cup was the 21st edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Hackney Kestrels were the winners of the competition. First round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Hackney were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 110–82. Riders' Championship Troy Butler won the Riders' Championship. The final sponsored by Jawa Moto & Barum was held on 10 September 1988 at Brandon Stadium. * f=fell, r-retired, ex=excluded, ef=engine failure t=touched tapes Pairs The National League Pairs was held at Wimborne Road was due to be held on 24 July but was postponed before being held on 23 August. The event was won by Stoke Potters. Semi finals *Stoke bt Eastbourne 5-4 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1987 National League Season
In 1987 the National League, also known as British League Division Two, was the second tier of speedway racing in the United Kingdom. Team changes Glasgow Tigers were without a home so they joined the 1987 season based at Workington's Derwent Park. Mid-season withdrawals On 31 July, Glasgow Tigers (now called Workington Tigers held their last fixture against Stoke. The following day on 1 August, Boston Barracudas withdrew after a heavy home defeat to Eastbourne. Both Glasgow-Workington and Boston had their results expunged. Summary The league champions that year were Eastbourne Eagles. Final table National League Knockout Cup The 1987 National League Knockout Cup was the 20th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Eastbourne Eagles were the winners of the competition for the third successive year. First round a=Abandoned Second round a=Abandoned Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Eastbourne were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winnin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1986 National League Season
The 1986 National League was contested as the second division of Speedway in the United Kingdom. Summary The title was won by the Eastbourne Eagles. Final table Leading averages National League Knockout Cup The 1986 National League Knockout Cup was the 19th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Eastbourne Eagles were the winners of the competition for the second successive year. First Round Second Round Quarter Finals Semi Finals Final First leg Second leg Eastbourne were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 90–64. See also * List of United Kingdom Speedway League Champions *Knockout Cup (speedway) Knockout Cup (sometimes referred to as the KO Cup) is a type of British motorcycle speedway competition, examples of which have run annually since 1929. Each tier of British Speedway has its own respective Knockout Cup. The current Knockout Cup c ... References {{Speedway British League Division Two seasons Speedway British League Div ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1985 National League Season
The 1985 National League was contested as the second division of Speedway in the United Kingdom. Team changes A new team called the Barrow Blackhawks entered the league but only staged a handful of fixtures. The team failed to meet the minimum points limit resulting in the league authorities stopping their participation. Scunthorpe Stags withdrew from the league in May. Summary The title was won by the Ellesmere Port Gunners. Barrow Blackhawks withdrew in May and had their results expunged. Final table National League Knockout Cup The 1985 National League Knockout Cup was the 18th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Eastbourne Eagles were the winners of the competition. First round Abandoned Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Eastbourne were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 83–73. Riders' Championship Neil Middleditch won the Riders' Championship. The final was held on 10 August at Brandon Stadium. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1984 National League Season
The 1984 National League was contested as the second division of Speedway in the United Kingdom. Summary The title was won by the Long Eaton Invaders who finished just one point clear of the Mildenhall Fen Tigers. Final table Leading averages National League Knockout Cup The 1984 National League Knockout Cup was the 17th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Hackney Kestrels were the winners of the competition. First Round Quarter Finals Semi Finals Final First leg Second leg Hackney were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 83–72. See also * List of United Kingdom Speedway League Champions *Knockout Cup (speedway) Knockout Cup (sometimes referred to as the KO Cup) is a type of British motorcycle speedway competition, examples of which have run annually since 1929. Each tier of British Speedway has its own respective Knockout Cup. The current Knockout Cup ... References *Oakes, Peter (1991) ''The Complete History of the British Leag ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1983 National League Season
The 1983 National League was the second tier of motorcycle speedway racing in the United Kingdom. Summary The winning team was Newcastle Diamonds. After the tragedy of losing a rider the previous season Milton Keynes endured a second loss when their rider Craig Featherby was killed in a crash at Peterborough in a National League match on 16 September. Featherby hit a lamp standard after being thrown from the bike. Final table National League Knockout Cup The 1983 National League Knockout Cup was the 16th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Exeter Falcons were the winners of the competition. First round Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Exeter were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 96–95. Final leading averages Riders & final averages Berwick * Steve McDermott 9.43 *Bruce Cribb 8.30 * Brian Collins 6.33 *Paul Thorp 6.20 *Rob Grant Sr 5.87 *Mike Caroline 5.58 *Phil Jeffrey 4.36 *Robin Hampton 3.43 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
1982 National League Season
In 1982 the National League, also known as British League Division Two, was the second tier of speedway racing in the United Kingdom. Summary The league champions were Newcastle Diamonds. Milton Keynes rider Brett Alderton was killed in an accident during the second half of a league meeting at King's Lynn. The 18-year old Australian sustained a fatal head injury on 17 April. Final table Top Five Riders National League Knockout Cup The 1982 National League Knockout Cup was the 15th edition of the Knockout Cup for tier two teams. Newcastle Diamonds were the winners of the competition. First round Second round Quarter-finals Semi-finals Final First leg Second leg Newcastle were declared Knockout Cup Champions, winning on aggregate 118–74. See also * List of United Kingdom Speedway League Champions *Knockout Cup (speedway) Knockout Cup (sometimes referred to as the KO Cup) is a type of British motorcycle speedway competition, examples of which have run annually ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
