Leicester Lions began in 1968, when the team transferred from Long Eaton.

Les moved to the Leicester Lions in 1980 where he stayed until 1983.

In 1972 he moved on to Leicester Lions, and scored well until a series of knee injuries prompted his retirement from the sport.

In 1976 he joined his brother at Leicester Lions where he spent two seasons.

The following year he rode for Leicester Lions, and while his average improved, it was still below three points per match.

In 1976 he moved on to Leicester Lions, averaging over 7.5 before a broken leg ended his season.

In 1981 he moved to Leicester Lions, scoring eight points on his debut.

He signed for the Leicester Lions in 1978, becoming club captain in 1979.

The Leicester Lions are a speedway team which originally operated from 1968 until 1983.

Leicester Lions boast several high profile names amongst their former and current players and coaching staff.