Berwick announce Kugelmann replacement.

Kirkland Carpets' Berwick Bandits, last night announced the replacement for the walked Joachim Kugelmann, and he is 24-year-old, Boston-born Carl Wilkinson.

Wilkinson first hit the track in 1997, riding at Peterborough's press and practice day before making his UK debut at Division 3 level for Peterborough vs. Buxton in May '97 scoring 1 from one ride, but much better was to come from this fine and tidy speedway rider.

At Conference League level, after Peterborough he as appeared for Norfolk, King's Lynn, Newport and his last club, Boston, where he has ridden successfully this year as their number 1 so far.

His longest spell at Premier League level was with the Wasps of Newport in 2002, riding the full season for an average of 4.31, although did trial for Hull who failed to follow the lead up.

"We are thrilled to welcome Carl into the Bandit's side in time for the match at Somerset on Friday night." claimed Berwick boss, Peter Waite, "He is a lad who has been getting some massive double-figure scores at Conference League so far this season which is why we are delighted to welcome him into the Berwick club."

"He is a rider eager to ride for us and is full of enthusiasm, which is what I have said all along is the basic requirement for a Bandit in 2005. He will be capable of some good Premier League scoring, and his signing is a massively positive move for Berwick Speedway."