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Post by ministockeng on Apr 28, 2010 17:47:13 GMT 12
as a matter of interest minus pickens,mosen,alach,kendal,worboys who were the drivers in nz (not just springs) that caught your eye, has potential and could give these guys a run for their money?
not just springs, nz wide.....
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Post by ministockeng on Apr 28, 2010 17:50:51 GMT 12
sorry should say has potential and ones to look for next year and years to come.
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Post by WakaFan on Apr 28, 2010 17:58:54 GMT 12
3nz Micheal Brunt,4a Dave Gick,99c Dave Kerr,2nz Angus Mcleod to name a few
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Post by speedwaynut on Apr 28, 2010 18:01:25 GMT 12
Michael Brunt has been racing for a few seasons and is steadily improving. He gave Michael Kendall a run for his money in a few races at the Springs this season.
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Post by krustee on Apr 28, 2010 18:28:32 GMT 12
What about that Wade kid from Huntly? Limited budget car, but he seemed to drive the wheels off it in his first season.
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Post by damo1018 on Apr 28, 2010 18:30:42 GMT 12
2NZ Angus Mcleod
95S Duane Hickman
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Post by brightee81h on Apr 28, 2010 18:37:25 GMT 12
ummm id def have to say 3NZ Michael brunt was flying at the barry butterworth midget 40 lapper, 95S Duane Hickman is also more or less in the placings
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Post by percy on Apr 28, 2010 20:18:03 GMT 12
The next big thing in NZ Midget racing is Hayden Williams. First season qualified second for the Springs feature on his second ever night. He might be a bit erratic at times but remember not so long ago when a young kid named Pickens bent a fair bit of machinery. Williams has real ability, hopefully he will kick on over the next couple of seasons.
The next one to watch is probably Brock Mascovich provided he can get a regular ride. Didn't look out of place in the Midget field with limited runs this season.
Unfortunately for the Stratford and Huntly competitors by and large they aren't in the same league as the Springs guys. Hickman has been talked about for a few years now but has done little outside of Stratford and I'm starting to wonder if he needs to put an A on the side of the car to improve further.
Though with Worboys and MacLeod racing at Huntly they might be able to drag some talent up to the top level with them in the future. Problem is no TQ's at Huntly so their drivers are starting further behind the Springs guys in terms of their development.
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Post by BarryB on Apr 28, 2010 20:46:10 GMT 12
One to watch next season, outside of the pair Percy has mentioned, may very well be Brian Edwards. The ex Scott Hatton chassis from BSL is reportedly to be fitted with Pickens spare Esslinger, and this boy has certainly proved he can drive a Ministock (2 years) and a Minisprint (4 years). Even though Michael Brunt's name isn't on the list above, I consider him already one of the established stars.....
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Post by jimmyj on Apr 28, 2010 21:15:31 GMT 12
Wait for Nick Cassidy to be brought through to A grade midgets then it will happen ,.
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Post by pallmall on Apr 28, 2010 21:21:29 GMT 12
Whatever, it looks like there is always new talent coming along to push the established stars, and it seems that TQs are once again providing a great stepping stone for young talent. As always getting the budget and the right support is critical, but there still are sponsors and car owners about who are willing to help thankfully.
There is no doubt that racing at Western Springs is still the way to go places, as it has been for so long. Pity the track conditions are less than perfect for 75% of the meetings.
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Post by penrith1 on Apr 28, 2010 21:30:45 GMT 12
The next big thing in NZ Midget . The next one to watch is probably Brock Mascovich provided he can get a regular ride. Percy, saw him this year race a Midget. He done a race meet at Parramatta. From what I saw he should do well........ |
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Post by ministockeng on Apr 28, 2010 21:35:18 GMT 12
what about stratford standouts and huntly?
hickman,ricky paul,alvin cobb there names are always in results on slick tracks and very quick.
Hayden willams i think end of next season will be consistantly quick.
had great first season.
dave kerr but needs to run north island to get the compition
and of course 3nz micheal brunt....
sounds like alot more cars will be entering nmcs so the consistantcys of the driver running different tracks, with guys will sure put on a great show... will be a great season
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Post by WakaFan on Apr 29, 2010 17:34:49 GMT 12
Wait till there is possibly 2 Wade,s
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Post by ben crowe on Apr 29, 2010 22:09:15 GMT 12
Mark Tapper proved he was not afraid to mix it in his first few runs. Give him more seat time, and he will be a top 5 contender for sure
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Post by phoenixdaz on Apr 30, 2010 14:50:17 GMT 12
I rate the "Old hands" like Worboys, Pickens, Kendall etc but as for the new guys coming through I was also impressed with Mark Tapher (Rallying background) and of course Hayden Williams.
Could be an interesting season next year!
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Post by brickie on May 1, 2010 10:01:37 GMT 12
Lots of up and coming drivers, thought the likes of Blair Bertram (first season at the wheel) and Rose Halfpenny, pedalled real well in cars that weren't really in the same league as the top boys.
Good to see these guys mixing it up around the country.
Saw Blair at Kihikihi at the weekend and Harrisville over easter, thought he raced real nice and clean and showed good signs for a first year boy.
The class is in good shape.
Bring on 2011.
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Post by cowboy92 on Jun 8, 2010 21:29:41 GMT 12
i dont think you can right off hickman just yet the guy can drive. just not so good with ladie luck but the guys got a take no prisnors attude and a give it all on the gas driving style.
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Post by magilla on Jun 16, 2010 19:32:44 GMT 12
The next one to watch is probably Brock Mascovich provided he can get a regular ride. Didn't look out of place in the Midget field with limited runs this season. . If you have ever watched him in a TQ you will know he is better suited to stockcars. |
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Post by percy on Jun 16, 2010 20:48:52 GMT 12
I have watched Brock in the TQ's and I'm satisfied his ability in Midgets will be superior to his ability in a Stockcar.
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