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EDINBURGH have announced the signing of Max Clegg for a third season at Armadale in 2017.Clegg won the British Under-19 and National League Riders’ Championships during a four-day spell in September, and is now set to focus on racing in the top two divisions.He said: “I felt I made a lot of progression last season. I’m really glad to be back and I think I can progress more.“I can definitely move forward and increase my average in both the Premiership and Championship. I think it’s possible, I’ve just got to do better on the away tracks. That has always been my downfall but I’m determined to put that right.“I know everyone in the team well because I have ridden with Ricky Wells at Wolverhampton, he’s really good there.”

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SWINDON CEO Mike Bowden says they are “delighted” after their bid to enter the National Trophy was accepted.Despite a full-time return to National League racing not being possible, the club will still bring third tier action back to the town in the mini tournament.They will face off with Plymouth and the Isle of Wight in their group with a side set to be comprised of National League riders from clubs not involved in the National Trophy.Said Bowden: “We’re delighted to be accepted into the National Trophy, and we’re grateful to those who attended the National League AGM.“As a club, we believe we have a responsibility to do our bit to bring forward young British riders and help them to start their careers.“Our calendar didn’t allow a full National League schedule, but we’ve taken a first step, and we’re delighted to enter the Trophy.”