Plymouth Gladiators team manager Garry May says planning for the 2026 season began as early as September, with reliability and balance the key priorities in shaping this year’s side.
Speaking ahead of the new campaign, May confirmed the club targeted experienced leadership in its recruitment, bringing in Danny King and Scott Nicholls to strengthen the line-up. Fan favourite Ben Barker also returns, alongside riders who have previously delivered strong performances at the Coliseum.
May said availability was a factor in this year’s planning after challenges last season and stressed the importance of building a settled team capable of competing consistently.
The club’s aim for the season is to win strongly at home and secure a place in the play-offs across all competitions.
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May also highlighted the importance of supporter backing, pointing to the impact of crowd support towards the end of last season.
Plymouth Gladiators begin the new campaign with a revised line-up and ambitions of pushing into the top end of the table.
Garry May said in an interview:
“Just come in your numbers like you did last year. Get behind the riders, cheer them on, and help us build Plymouth into something special.”
With the supporters behind us, hopefully we can all be lifting some silverware together at the end of the season.”
