Eagles confirm final place

Brundle takes number 7 spot

By Graeme Bailey Last updated: 13th March 2008

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Eastbourne Eagles have confirmed the final member of their 2008 line-up as James Brundle.

The Eagles have been frantically searching for their last reserve after a move for highly-rated New Zealander Ricky Wells faltered.

That left chief Martin Hagon with few options so in the end he turned to Brundle - who rode in the Premier League with King's Lynn last season.

"James is coming from a big track so we will give him time but it's a great opportunity for him. He has everything to gain," Hagon told The Argus.

Hagon had also looked at taking on Danish starlet Jonas Raun - who failed to earn a spot with Newcastle this term - but that move failed to materialise.

Brundle's arrival means Eastbourne will have five Brits in their line-up which is a rare prospect in the Elite League. Coventry are the only other side with more than two homegrown riders in their septet.