Tougher task to reach play-offs

KING’S Lynn did not have it all their own way in their 49-41 win over Belle Vue at the Adrian Flux Arena and again it came down to a last-heat decider for a winner to be declared.

The Rentruck Aces were keen to prove they’re still play off contenders, despite just falling short against the Tru Plant Stars on Monday, and gave the home team plenty to think about throughout.

And while King’s Lynn were favourites for the win, little more than six points separated the two sides going into the interval with Craig Cook and Max Fricke in blistering form for the visitors.

Mark Lemon’s tactical substitute, Fricke for Worrall, in Heat 11 paid dividends as he and Cook stormed to a critical 5-1, sending a clear warning to their rivals that Belle Vue were not done yet.

The meeting reached its crescendo in Heat 15 with only a 5-1 standing between the Rentruck Aces and a vital draw, but despite their best efforts there was to be no consolation point.

Team boss Mark Lemon said: “I think what’s most frustrating is the fact that, after coming so close, we were left to rue what could’ve been. We know we deserved a point, at minimum.

“We’re by no means writing ourselves off for the play offs though, and neither should anyone else.

“The task isn’t impossible, it’s just a bit harder now.”