Kingfisher School have a night to remember at Oxford Speedway! 

Pupils at Kingfisher School had a night to remember when meeting the stars of the shale as the World Speedway Riders’ Association Oxford Chargers reached the National League final. 

Ten students were joined by four teachers and parents from the school, which caters for young people aged 2-19 who have severe, complex or profound needs. Upon arrival, all students had an exclusive behind the scenes tour and were able to meet the riders and receive autographs. 

Lorna Bee, a teacher at Kingfisher School, said: “It was the best night ever, some of the children even described their first experience of speedway as the most exciting thing they’ve done. 

“The noise spoke for itself. They were cheering and shouting the whole time and after a few races they all worked out what each flag stood for. 

“They loved filling in their programmes too and we can’t wait to get back trackside soon!” 

At the end of night, students also presented the Rider of the Night Award to Henry Atkins who scored 12 points for Chargers against Edinburgh.  

Lorna added: “Henry was a superstar. He and the whole team put so much time and effort into making the night enjoyable and we were fortunate to even have a sit on his machine before racing started.  

“We had some reluctant readers yet at the meeting but they were really motivated to read so they could understand more about the programme, how to change the names and the scoring.” 

Chargers Team Manager Peter Schroeck added: “We loved having Kingfisher School in the pits and trackside ahead of our National League Grand Final.  

“We are so glad they enjoyed the night and we can’t wait to see the team back trackside very soon!” 

Oxford Chargers return to action on Wednesday, October 18 (7.30pm), for the first fixture in a two-legged Grand Final against Leicester Lion Cubs. The return leg is scheduled for Beaumont Park three nights later on Saturday, October 21 (7pm). 

The aggregate winner of both fixtures will be crowned champions.

Tickets for Chargers’ home fixture are on sale now via the ticketing hub on our website and are priced £12. ALL U16s accompanied by a paying adult can watch for free.

Oxford Speedway would like to remind supporters the Oxford Speedway Pass is NOT valid for this fixture.