SIMPSON SIGNS ON

MICKIE Simpson has become the fifth signing for the joint Scunthorpe/Sheffield side in this season’s WSRA National Development League.

Simpson joins the team after spending 2023 with Edinburgh having previously been a title winner in the third tier with Leicester.

Scunthorpe promoter Rob Godfrey said: “Mickie became a target the moment that Simon Lambert became involved in the management of the side.

“Simon was helping out Mickie towards the end of last season, because they both come from the same part of the world.

“It’s a no-brainer really, since Mickie is a good young talent and by having him in the side, Simon can help him more directly.

“Mickie is another good addition for the Scunthorpe and Sheffield side. He’s ridden at National League level for three years and has been making progress over that time. The NL is all about developing riders and we’re delighted to add Mickie to what is shaping up to be a young and exciting side.”