LAKESIDE boss Jon Cook is expecting home supporters to be behind Hammers squad member Robert Mear in Friday's British Under-21 Final.Mear, a regular with Rye House, has impressed in his Elite League opportunities so far this season.

LAKESIDE boss Jon Cook is expecting home supporters to be beind Hammers squad member Robert Mear in Friday's British Under-21 Final.

Mear, a regular with Rye House, has impressed in his Elite League opportunities so far this season.

Cook said: "Robert has been absolutely mustard in his efforts for us, and I think he has a really good shout at the Championship. He will certainly be the best-supported rider."