Ross Brady has given a broad indication that he is happy with Monarchs and is keen to stay for next season. He would expect to move up to heat leader given his current average.

This could present a selection problem for Monarchs next season. Peter Carr has indicated that he will probably stay for another season despite earlier suggestions that this will be his last year in speedway. James Grieves has always stated that he intends to return to Wolverhampton where he is due a testimonial. However he has proved very popular at Armadale and many supporters and sponsors will be keen to keep James in Scotland. Kevin Little having signed from Berwick on a full transfer will also expect to stay.

Given the way the points limit operates, it remains doubtful if Edinburgh will be able to keep all three so Brady could easily slot in as third heat leader behind two of the current heat leaders.

Ross who is contracted to Elite League Peterborough commented:

"I've got some thoughts on my position with Edinburgh but I want to finish off this season before making any real decision. But I'm enjoying myself with Monarchs, we are still involved in four competitions. I see no reason why I won't be back next season."

Peterborough will probably stay in the Elite League and this will please Brady.

"I wouldn't even think about riding in the Elite League, it's too hard for me. I want to remain in the Premier League for the time being. It's my ambition to become a heat leader and to improve my average once again."

"I don't like getting beaten. Sometimes I take it a bit hard an have to pick myself up. I'm still on a learning curve and unfortunately that means you've got to lose sometimes"

Brady will be a key player in Monarchs' bid to take the Premier League National Fours title at Peterborough this weekend. His experience on the big Alwalton track could be invaluable.

Monarchs have finished runners up for the past two years in this event. In both cases, Monarchs effectively ran as three man teams with only the heat leaders scoring real points. This year with Brady backing up the three heat leaders, this might make the difference.

Brady commented:

"It's going to be very tough, but we've won the title twice before and always seem to go well because of the strength of our top riders. I don't think that James likes the place although I've seen him go well there in the past. And Peter is absolutely magic right now. Some people might think that our chances will depend on how well Kevin and myself do. It's really a question of us all going well at the same time."

"Sheffield are going to be a big danger. Their heat leaders really fly round Peterborough and Simon Stead is no slouch either".

The way the event is structured with two eight-heat semi-finals and a twelve-heat final makes success dependent on luck. An engine failure or a couple of missed starts by your top riders could lead to early elimination. The team with the yellow and black helmets could also start with a major disadvantage at Peterborough because of the way the gate positions work.

Monarchs' team management and supporters will ceratinly be delighted to have Ross brady in the team for next year regardless of the result at Peterborough.

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