CHEETAHS BRING BACK KILLEEN

OXFORD have confirmed the return of Luke Killeen to their Cab Direct Championship team after injury.

Killeen has been sidelined with a wrist injury since early May after a crash at Belle Vue but now reclaims his place, with his replacement Ryan Kinsley dropping out.

It brings the Cheetahs back to full strength for their clash with Scunthorpe tonight (Wednesday), as Lewis Kerr returns from injury and Scott Nicholls from compassionate leave.

Manager Peter Schroeck said: “Having Lewis and Scott back in the squad is a boost, and Luke is raring to go after a period on the sidelines.

“Of course we’re sad to let Ryan go, but he has made key contributions to the team this season and remains an important rider within the club as we enter a crucial period in the National League with the Chargers.”

The Scorpions operate rider replacement for the injured Michael Palm Toft at Cowley tonight.

OXFORD: Sam Masters, Henry Atkins, Lewis Kerr, Jordan Jenkins, Scott Nicholls, Cameron Heeps, Luke Killeen.
SCUNTHORPE: Ryan Douglas, Connor Mountain, Simon Lambert, Michael Palm Toft R/R, Jake Allen, Nathan Ablitt, Drew Kemp.