ISLE OF WIGHT WARRIORS
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The Isle of Wight Warriors, formerly known as the Isle of Wight Islanders, were founded in 1996 and compete at the Smallbrook Stadium (track size 385 metres) in Ryde. Their colours are Blue and yellow and they currently (2019) compete in the National League. They have enjoyed success on many occasions, winning the Premier League Knock-out Cup in 2003, the Premier League Pairs Competition in 2002 and 2007, and the Premier League Fours Championship in 2007. |
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Early on in their history, in 1998, they won the Young Shield, with a further success in 2001, while more recently they won the National Trophy in 2013. |
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This section gives a comprehensive picture of
the badges produced for the team throughout the ages, but only provides the briefest of
glimpses of its history. For those wishing to read more widely we recommend a visit to
http://astore.amazon.co.uk/wwwgreyhoundd-21 especially Complete History of the British
League:
by
Peter Oakes ISBN-10: 0948882077
To view a complete collection of badges choose the relevant link below:-
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More detailed information is available from "Homes of British Speedway' by Robert Bamford & John Jarvis A further great source of information is provided on John Skinner's excellent website on Defunct Speedway tracks, with a link given below. For all Speedway enthusiasts, John Somerville’s website should always be your first port of call:-https://www.skidmarks1928.com/v/photos/john-somerville-collection |