SMITH STAYING WITH BANDITS

BERWICK have moved to within one rider of completing their team for 2026 by announcing the return of Jack Smith to Shielfield Park.

Smith initially joined the Bandits last May as a 28-day replacement for Danish rider Bastian Borke, but his performances were enough for the club to extend the deal for the remainder of the campaign.

He has now signed up for next season in the Cab Direct Championship on a starting average of 2.61, leaving the Border club with just over four points remaining to compete their side.

Manager Stewart Dickson said: “Despite giving everyone a month’s head-start, Jack had a solid season with us in 2025 and put his name forward most forcibly with a double figure haul against Workington in the last home meeting of the season.

“He has a wealth of experience and the ability to improve on his current average as well as fitting in well in the pits.”