JACK Smith says Glasgow has got everything he needs to succeed – even the weather.
The Tigers starlet, son of former British great Andy, took his first spin on the Ashfield track in practice at the weekend – in balmy double-figure temperatures and blazing sunshine.
It was a far cry from the snow which has hampered prep at the revamped £2 million arena in past seasons.
Smith loved his new surroundings and believes he’ll find it easy to make them home.
The Stoke-based ace said: “My first time round the track went really well.
“I didn’t know what to expect at first but once I’d done a few laps I knew it was a track I’d like and adapt to quickly.
“It’s a track that’s different to all the other tracks I’ve ridden on, so it did surprise me quite a bit.
“I definitely have a few things to work on but I think I rode it quite well for my first time.
“I liked how the track was, obviously we all like it grippy – which I’m sure it will be come tomorrow.
“To be honest, I didn’t know what to expect with the Scottish weather – with not having been up there until Glasgow showed interest in signing me – but it’s nicer than the weather in Stoke!”
Smith lines up at No 7 in the red and white for the SGB Championship tie against Scunthorpe on Saturday at 7pm.
With the Scorpions vastly improved since their 71-19 hammering at Glasgow last season, it’ll likely be a far closer affair this time.
Smith said: “I’m feeling quite nervous, but I’m excited to see how everything goes on the night – and hopefully I can get my first point for Glasgow.
“Scunthorpe have a strong team throughout their 1-7 but I’ll definitely be trying my hardest to score the points.
“My target is just to give it my best shot, which I always do, and try to get the two points that my average is – and go from there.”