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Born August 15, 1977; Birthplace Ipswich, Suffolk; Hammers Career 1998-date
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A long-serving Hammer, Leigh returns for his eleventh season with the Hammers and his fifth as a regular Elite League performer.
Leigh, who celebrated his testimonial 2005, has ridden for the Hammers since 1998 when he joined them in the Premier League.
During this spell he has become one of the most popular riders ever to have worn the famous crossed Hammers race jacket and he achieved the honour of being the highest points scorer in the whole of the Premier League in 2003.
Leigh's career started in 1993 when he signed for his hometown club Ipswich. A successful debut at Poole was followed by a string of encouraging performances at First Division level.
Leigh remained with the Witches until the end of the 1996 season, moving on to Exeter following the formation of the Premier League. He enjoyed a successful season at the County Ground, helping the Falcons to Young Shield honours.
Leigh topped the Hammers' averages upon joining them in 1998 and represented them in the Premier League Riders' Championship on multiple occasions.
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