Johnston was unhappy with the Witches' fixture list

Ipswich Witches rider Steve Johnston has criticised the organisation of the Elite League after his side were well beaten in their play-off with Poole.

Johnston says an inconsistent fixture list unsettled riders and teams throughout the season.

"Earlier in the year we went on a good run, then there was a two-week break, then a meeting, then another 10-day break," he told BBC Radio Suffolk.

The Witches 59-33 defeat to Poole Pirates effectively ends their season.

"The Elite League ought to look at having a more consistent set-up," Johnston added.

Johnston believes the Witches were at a disadvantage because they had to ride away from home.

"Once again we have a situation whereby the third and fourth-placed teams have not made it through.

"Maybe organisers should come up with a system that keeps it more alive."