DAVE HILTON DIES FROM HEART ATTACK - posted 13 December 2011

Former Trimley Tiger Dave Hilton has died, age 55, from a heart attack at his home in Felixstowe.

Details are sketchy at present but it is known that David's funeral will be held tomorrow (Wednesday 14 December) at Seven Hills Crematorium, Nacton at 2.15 pm.

On behalf of all the sport, Spokesman extends its condolences to Dave's family and friends, in particular his mother Gladys and brother Philip.

GRAHAM WILLOX DIES - posted 12 December 2011

A key player in the resurgence of cycle speedway in Edinburgh has died.

Graham Willox, who played his part in the resurgence of the sport in Edinburgh back in 1996, has passed away after a short battle with illness.  Graham was in poor health but still managed to attend the British Over 50s & 60s championships at Redbraes in August. This was the last match he attended.

Everyone in the sport, especially the close-knit community in Edinburgh, pass on their condolences to Graham's family at this sad time.

FORMER NORFOLK CHAMPION DIES - posted 5 September 2011

Norfolk cycle speedway has lost one of its best ever riders.  Former Spixworth rider John Leamon passed away after a long and courageous fight against cancer.  At the height of his career, John was one of the country's top riders.  John, who was the 1971 Norfolk champion, rode in the 1974 national individual final, finishing eleventh.

Spokesman extends its sympathies and condolences to John's wife Lorraine, children Sarah and Mark, family and friends on their loss.