IMPORTANT NEWS FOR CLUB CH MEMBERS

To kick off the New Year the AGM will be held at Cradley Heath Labour Club, Graingers Lane, Cradley Heath
on Thursday 8th March 2007 at 7.45pm. The first part of the evening will be taken by the AGM, Club CH business then followed by a mini-quiz.

To be discussed at the AGM -
Finance - membership fees, coach fees
Re-Election of Committee
Trips - ideas for coach trips with suggested dates so far - Good Friday 6th April - Bank Holiday Monday 27th August, another one to be decided upon when fixtures are known - End of Season Disco.  Any other business - Future of Club CH.

Once again we will be making our annual coach trip to Cardiff for the British Grand Prix at the Millennium Stadium on June 30th 2007.
For more information please contact Ian or Margaret

MEMORIAL MEETING RAISES OVER £1400:  [20 October 2006]

The 2006 David Nix Memorial Speedway Meeting, held on 29 September at the King’s Lynn Norfolk Arena, has raised over £1,400 for BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Gold Appeal. Nearly 400 spectators enjoyed an evening of top class Conference League Speedway with 16 riders vying for the coveted David Nix Trophy, won this year by Nathan Irwin who rides for the Boston Barracuda Braves.

Since David’s death, while riding at the Norfolk Arena in 2002, his father Patrick has organised an annual memorial meeting raising funds for children’s charities, this year benefiting the local radio station’s charitable trust, set up to send children to see the real Father Christmas in Lapland.

Patrick said: “I would like to thank all the riders that took part and everyone who helped, either by sponsoring heats, giving their time, volunteering, spectating or by donating prizes for the raffle, for making the evening yet another success.”

NATHAN TAKES THE TITLE: [30th September 2006]

Nathan Irwin, who rides for Boston, overcame a poor start to last Friday's David Nix Memorial Meeting to battle his way through to the final and win the coveted trophy in fine style at the Norfolk Arena in King’s Lynn.

The individual speedway meeting, held in memory of David Nix, lived up to its expectations and while most of the UK suffered tremendous storms and heavy rain, Norfolk Arena miraculously stayed dry and the enthusiastic crowd enjoyed a full evening of exciting racing. Nathan, who finished last in his first heat, put that disappointment behind him and made his way into the semi-final, which he won after two re-runs, and then sprinted away in the final to cross the line ahead of Mark Jones and James Birkinshaw who had both dominated the meeting up to then. 

Last year’s winner, Darren Mallett, nearly lost his chance to appear in the final. In the first re-run of the semi he was leading well when the race was halted due to a clash between Mark Thompson and Danny Betson. Thompson was excluded from the second re-run and Mallett trailed in third with only the first two qualifying for the final when, dramatically on the last bend, Betson’s machine failed and Mallett flew past to take the last slot. However, the other three finalists were too quick and Mallett had to be content with fourth place.

Full result:

MORE DATES FROM CLUB CH:   [21st August 2006]

Club CH have again sponsored a heat in the David Nix Memorial Meeting on 29th September at Kings Lynn. David has a special place in the hearts of all Club CH supporters. 

The Bank Holiday trip to Reading has been cancelled. 

The next meeting to be arranged will be to Sheffield on 24th September 2006 for the Premier League Riders Championship, the time yet to be confirmed but subject to enough people traveling with the club the coach will leave Cradley Heath Labour Club four hours before the start of the meeting. Check with Ian - 01384 459316, Margaret - 01384 375934 or Butch for booking arrangements.

Finally the End of Season Disco will be held on Friday 17th November 2006 at Cradley Heath Labour Club at 8.00pm, there will be a light buffet.  Entrance will be free (a raffle will be held towards cost).

DAVID NIX MEMORIAL TROPHY 'LINCS' UP WITH GOLD APPEAL [13th July 2006]

The fourth David Nix Memorial Speedway meeting, to be held on Friday 29 September at King’s Lynn’s Saddlebow Arena, will, this year, link up with local BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Gold Appeal. Committed to raising funds for children’s charities, the organisers of the now annual event will donate all profits towards the appeal, which will send siblings of disabled children and other “young heroes” to see the real Father Christmas in Lapland.

Another exciting line-up is in prospect with current holder and David’s cousin, Darren Mallett (Boston Barracuda Braves), a confirmed rider. Other confirmed riders are Adam Roynon (Buxton), Jonathan Bethell (Buxton), Richie Dennis (Scunthorpe), Barry Burchatt (Rye House), James Purchase (Mildenhall), Karl Mason (Newport), Karlis Ezergallis (Newport) and Ben Barker (Stoke).

To ensure maximum funds can be donated to BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Gold Appeal, sponsors are sought for each of the heats, the semi-final and final. Companies or individuals who wish to advertise in the programme, regarded as a collector’s item, are also welcome. For further information on sponsorship and/or advertising, please contact Patrick Nix on 07946 344096.

BBC Radio Lincolnshire’s Gold Appeal is hoping to take 100 “Child Heroes” to see the real Father Christmas.
Two years ago the station raised more than £100,000 and took 100 seriously ill and severely handicapped children to meet Santa in Lapland. When the Trustees met the families of the children they realised that often they have a sibling who can be overlooked because of all the care and attention that has to be given to their sick brother or sister.
So now the Gold Charity’s Trustees want to build on the success of the 2004 appeal and raise a similar amount to fly these children to Lapland, along with other “young heroes” – children who have been very brave or who care for a parent or grandparent and deserve a special treat.
David Nix died while racing for King’s Lynn at the home track on 1 May 2002 when he was just 25 years old. Born and raised in Boston, he and his father Patrick were a familiar sight at Conference League meetings across the country.
Patrick Nix still attends meetings regularly at King’s Lynn as an official for Boston Barracuda Braves and on other occasions acting as mechanic for Carl Wilkinson, one of this season’s most exciting Premier League riders and who used to compete with David.
Since 2003 an individual challenge for invited Conference League speedway riders has been held in David’s memory each season, with all profits benefiting a children’s charity. To date, over £4,000 has been raised.

For further information on the David Nix Memorial Fund contact Patrick Nix on 07946 344096

CLUB CH DATES FOR 2006: [11th April 2006]

Club CH Have announced dates for 2006, the season started with a Quiz Night on 17th March which was a great success with 10 teams taking part, Bob Edwards gave an update of the land search which was well received. Another Quiz Night will be arranged later on in the year.

The following coach trips have been booked:
Monday 1st May - Rye House v Newport - depart 10,00am.
Sunday 2nd July - Mildenhall v Redcar - depart 11.00am.
Monday 28th August - Reading v Belle Vue - depart TBA.
Sunday 24th September - Sheffield, Premier League Riders Final - depart TBA

Coach fares remain at £12.00 adults, children/OAPs £6.00 any changes or updates of times can be found here on the web-site.
Coach places for The British Grand Prix at the Millenium Stadium Cardiff are still available at £15.00 adults and £10.00 for children.

The End of Season Disco will be at Cradley Heath Labour Club on Friday 17th November at 8.00pm

Club CH AGM Report: Friday 13th January 2006