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Post by massiveridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 9:28:18 GMT
This could be the last live game of BBL basketball for some time so enjoy it folks. Losing Morsell et al may just create the fire in the belly that Eagles need to go out and win this final. Odds are that they won't but I hope we get a proper contest whoever wins.
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Post by baldeagle on Mar 15, 2020 9:40:08 GMT
Win or lose, I have to say that I really don’t think this game (or any other games this weekend) should be played. But since it is on I will be boggling on the box, cheering like mad for Newcastle and hoping that everyone has a great time and stays safe and well.
I really hope that tomorrow the BBL suspend all future games. It will be crap for clubs who will lose hate receipts, but must be the right thing to do.
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Post by mark on Mar 15, 2020 10:42:07 GMT
Had tickets for the game but decided not to travel as one of our group is nearly 70 with underlying health risks. Sad not to make it but felt it was better to air on the side of caution.
Expecting Eagles will take the loss, which was probably a good chance even before the players departed. But with a 6-7 man rotation & all training preparations null & void I think defeat is inevitable.
Will be interesting to see what the atmosphere will be like - hope the ‘occasion’ isn’t ruined, especially for Solent.
Hope everyone can stay safe.
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Post by connors on Mar 15, 2020 10:44:30 GMT
BBC radio sports bulletin focusing specifically on the fact that there is virtually no sport on today. Mentioned rugby league, badminton bit nothing about BBL trophy final.....is there no hope for our sport in this country!!!
On a day where they are scraping the barrel we still don’t get a mention!
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 10:47:08 GMT
Everyone needs to remember that none of the governments are saying they are trying to prevent the virus from passing to people.
They know they can't do that long term. They all estimate 60 to 80 per cent of us will get this this year. If that makes 60 to 80 per cent of us immune next year brilliant. We don't know for sure it will though.
The actions being taken are just trying to spread it over time if possible.
Estimates are that UK will hit the peak in about 10 weeks time
Obviously nobody wants to get this but most of us will
Now's not the worst time to catch it tbh. 7 to 12 weeks time would be the worst time to catch it.
If anyone thinks they can live their life so remotely they can avoid it altogether then good luck to them.
I understand the over 70s may be able to with outside help and it would make sense for them to try to do so.
Looks like they will al be asked to quarantine in due course.
I say all the above because if I was going to the match today I would still go (UNLESS - I was over 60 ish I think)
If I was that age I would be staying inside the house and in the garden next 3 to 4 months. They are going to miss watching sport on TV though!
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Post by stevetino on Mar 15, 2020 10:52:08 GMT
BBC radio sports bulletin focusing specifically on the fact that there is virtually no sport on today. Mentioned rugby league, badminton bit nothing about BBL trophy final.....is there no hope for our sport in this country!!! On a day where they are scraping the barrel we still don’t get a mention! Most people assuming all sport would have been cancelled by now presumably |
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 11:56:48 GMT
As far as the game goes I'm expecting a titanic effort from Fletch and Gettys (assuming he is playing) and Eagles to just edge a thriller
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 12:02:52 GMT
Ps Gettys may wish he left already
BBC News is reporting carnage at UK airports as all USA citizens are desperately trying to get flights home by tomorrow nights deadline
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2020 12:21:38 GMT
Or he may be pleased he's not in that. There will be flights for US citizens after Monday. And it's not as if Eagles will abandon him. Dave F now has a spare room after your hero got an NBA deal
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Post by stevetino on Mar 15, 2020 12:27:24 GMT
As far as the game goes I'm expecting a titanic effort from Fletch and Gettys (assuming he is playing) and Eagles to just edge a thriller Not like you to be backing Eagles IEF?? 🤔🏀 |
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Post by massiveridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 13:25:37 GMT
Well, I for one hope Eagles aren't the winners but I wouldn't bet against them.
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 13:44:30 GMT
As far as the game goes I'm expecting a titanic effort from Fletch and Gettys (assuming he is playing) and Eagles to just edge a thriller Not like you to be backing Eagles IEF?? 🤔🏀 Just hope it's a good game for the fans now |
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Post by sonjel on Mar 15, 2020 14:20:47 GMT
Almost booked flights to Glasgow with Flybe back in September in anticipation that Riders would be there.....glad I didn’t for three reasons. Go Kestrels 🏀🏆
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Post by notoriousbigz on Mar 15, 2020 14:27:44 GMT
Unless there's teams in Clitheroe, Penistone or Wetwang then nope There is one in Clitheroe actually but there didn't go with the towns name. The clit bashers would have been fantastic. |
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Post by LTFan on Mar 15, 2020 15:08:25 GMT
Coming up at half time in the BBL Trophy Final game - Dan Routledge interviews BBL Chair Sir Rodney Walker regarding coronavirus and the remainder of the BBL season. Apparently it’s recommended listening.
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Post by ko25 on Mar 15, 2020 15:09:28 GMT
There is one in Clitheroe actually but there didn't go with the towns name. The clit bashers would have been fantastic. Unfortunately they're called Ribble Valley Knights. |
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2020 15:34:19 GMT
See if the camera at the Trophy final is the usual BBL automated pish. I’m putting my foot through the TV. Not been able to watch a full game of basketball this season without feeling seasick and like the world is jaundice yellow.
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Post by baldeagle on Mar 15, 2020 15:38:18 GMT
Dave F in his best court suit!
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Post by baldeagle on Mar 15, 2020 15:57:25 GMT
Anyone know where Kai Williams is? Also gone or just injured?
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 16:01:34 GMT
Anyone know where Kai Williams is? Also gone or just injured? No Matthews either? (If livestats is right) Just lasker they will use on the bench probably Solent at least 3 on the bench they trust to play Solent just need to keep this really high tempo and eagles SHOULD fade? |
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Post by baldeagle on Mar 15, 2020 16:08:09 GMT
Mathew in a suit on the bench - still injured.
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 16:08:59 GMT
Looks like being underdogs might be suiting eagles. Backs to the wall etc.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 15, 2020 16:10:17 GMT
I don't see why people are worrying about Newcastle, they'll still win with plenty in the tank to spare.
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Post by interestedridersfan on Mar 15, 2020 16:15:45 GMT
I don't see why people are worrying about Newcastle, they'll still win with plenty in the tank to spare. It's down to Fletch staying in this form He's been on fire and Solent are still in touch |
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Post by LTFan on Mar 15, 2020 16:33:57 GMT
Anyone know where Kai Williams is? Also gone or just injured? Absent due to a family illness apparently. |
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