DREAM MOVE FOR HODDER

BELLE Vue’s newest NDL recruit Freddy Hodder is already counting down the days to his Colts debut at the National Speedway Stadium.

The 15-year-old picked up his passion for the sport from grandfather Fred, who raced in the 1960s, and took an instant liking to his new home track when he competed in last year’s British Youth Championship.

Hodder said: “When I got the message that I was in at Belle Vue, I couldn’t believe it. I was shocked. I still don’t believe it to be honest, I don’t know how to describe the feeling.

“I first rode Belle Vue on a 250cc last year and when I arrived, I said to my dad that it would be an absolute dream for me to ride for this team.

“Now that dream has come true, it still hasn’t sunk in. To be riding with lads like the McGurks, like Nathan (Ablitt) is just unbelievable.

“I’m just so grateful for this opportunity and I can’t wait for March to come around now. I’m so looking forward to the new season.”