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This Saturday 31st March
COVENTRY*** STAGE SPECIAL JUNIORS NEWCOMERS EVENT***
Coventry Cycle Speedway club are inviting youngsters from throughout Coventry and Warwickshire to have a
come and try itrace session at the all-action sport of Cycle Speedway this Saturday (31st March) in the city.They are appealing for first time riders aged 8-16 to have a go at the fast and furious cycle sport at their Hearsall Common headquarters (opposite the funfair site) in Earlsdon.
Youngsters can just turn up for the 1pm start time, register for race action (for free!) and enjoy the exciting thrills and spills of Cycle Speedway racing in a safe off-road environment.
And, first time riders don’t even need their own bike or safety equipment. The Coventry club have a range club bikes and helmets for newcomers to borrow free of charge.
Prospective new riders are advised to come ready to race with a long sleeve shirt and gloves and to be accompanied by parents or guardian. New riders can expect up to four races in race categories of their own age group. Classifications start from under 8s.
On arrival at the newly restored Hearsall Common track, newcomers should report to Race Director Bernie Kemp. Further information can be obtained from Coventry club coach Jez Hughes on: 07955 897482.
The event is all part of a special juniors only event called the British Youth & Junior League. Over 60 riders are expected to take part from clubs throughout the Midlands.
Riders will score individual points – which will also count towards their team score. New riders will represent Coventry and will wear the clubs` distinctive red and black race shirts.
A number of Coventry juniors are already booked to appear including local Earlsdon whiz-kids James Kirrane, Macauley Burnnett, Callum McCarroll and Jake Slatter.