OldNick Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 The plane took off and it landed again - that always makes it a good trip:p But yes, there was only about 5 people in the whole biz class bit (hence their special airmiles offer I think) so got served to death from the whole champoo before takeoff and a nice meal and really good wine passed out and found myself over the top of Baghdad - eek - anyway got past there and slept like a drain when finally got home! Loved the photos when I finally saw them this morning - brilliant job Minty. How's everyone's aches and pains? I have to admit I had some on Friday morning - probably the large whiskies in Reflex at the after after party (how horrid is THAT place? Makes our Rock Bottom seem full of thin chicks!) Oh and what is that stuff they serve at Chick Inn? - was supposed to be KFC clone & chips but was bleah.......... Oh and on the structuring front, we won't have a tea lady next year - more a BullFrog babe I didnt realise that you were off clubbing. I thought it was just an aftermatch drink and a few pleasantries.Im gutted now as i coul have organised a dance off for the result to be overtruned..damn
saint1977 Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 Boothroyd and Cotterill both possess a reasonable track record with working with younger players. Cotterill did a fantastic job with Cheltenham Town although did not enjoy quite such an illustrious career with Burnley ,although I think he won as many as he lost during his time there. Boothroyd has only managed Watford, but took them to the Prem above all expectations at the time. Both are quite young and are easily good enough to successfully manage in D1. I'd go with this as well and both would be interested in the role I would imagine.
solentstars Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 i would be happy if he stayed on ,i think we need a manager for more then one season at a timeto have a stable structure at this club.
Victor Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 I've said it before and I'll say it again - and probably have to say it again with 'manager for next season' threads appearing at regular intervals. Gary Speed - player/manager. Had coaching experience at Bolton. Has said this season will probably be his last before going in to coaching/management. Has been touted as Wales manager. Could play and score a few from midfield alongside Gillett who he should appoint captain - who better for Gillett to learn from? Can take - and score - the penalties. We'll probably be too far down the queue, however.
OldNick Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 I've said it before and I'll say it again - and probably have to say it again with 'manager for next season' threads appearing at regular intervals. Gary Speed - player/manager. Had coaching experience at Bolton. Has said this season will probably be his last before going in to coaching/management. Has been touted as Wales manager. Could play and score a few from midfield alongside Gillett who he should appoint captain - who better for Gillett to learn from? Can take - and score - the penalties. We'll probably be too far down the queue, however. I think that is a good shout but it seems only us 2 think it a good idea Victor
redder freak Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 I think we should give him a chance. He was in Poortvliet's shadow most of last season. At the level of salary we can afford he seems like good value to me.
Toadhall Saint Posted 11 May, 2009 Posted 11 May, 2009 Been through all this before but put simply I would say that he does not have the contacts to get the right players for this level ! A complete fresh start is imperative IMHO ! Same as that - we need someone that knows there way around the English leagues.
Third Division South Days Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 John Collins leaving current club, Chareroi, at end of season. Just a coincidence?
krissyboy31 Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Alan Knill from Bury That's about half a dozen threads, you've put his name forward. Are you his agent?
John B Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Same as that - we need someone that knows there way around the English leagues. Why ?
hypochondriac Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 (edited) Why ? Because Jan and Wotte showed that if you don't have that you fail! At the very least you need a decent scout. Edited 12 May, 2009 by hypochondriac
Gemmel Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 if you don't have hat you fail! . Fergie doesn't wear a hat
John B Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 (edited) Because Jan and Wotte showed that if you don't have hat you fail! At the very least you need a decent scout. You have not answered the question Why does a manager need to know his way around the English Leagues. Redknapp and Burley did and failed as well as other countless managers Edited 12 May, 2009 by John B
Saints67 Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Peter Taylor. Has worked in most divisions with more success in the lower ones.
garryuk Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 what about ian holloway was at qpr and 4 weeks before season started didnt have enough players for a team but got a squad together without spending a penny ,have him working with wotte
70's Mike Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 That's about half a dozen threads, you've put his name forward. Are you his agent? are you stalking me? no i am not his agent but i have been impressed with his team this season, whilst they did not gain promotion, they played the sort of football we will need to get out of div 3. They mixed up skill and strength, he knows the players in the lower leagues and non leagues
Navysaint Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Stuart Pearce would be a very good choice, if only he could manage us and the U21's.
Minsk Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Wotte + Diamond= narrow rubbish + bemused players. For God's sake why do you think we got relegated? A traditional British manager, playing 4-4-2, a clearout of any players without the ability and character to take us forward. We also need a reliable penalty taker and two wide players that can cross the ball from the byeline and put corners and free kicks into dangerous positions. Well said Derry. You saved me the effort of typing that!
Minsk Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 I've said it before and I'll say it again - and probably have to say it again with 'manager for next season' threads appearing at regular intervals. Gary Speed - player/manager. Had coaching experience at Bolton. Has said this season will probably be his last before going in to coaching/management. Has been touted as Wales manager. Could play and score a few from midfield alongside Gillett who he should appoint captain - who better for Gillett to learn from? Can take - and score - the penalties. We'll probably be too far down the queue, however. That's actually not a bad shout, but amending the theme slightly, how about Gary Speed as player/assistant manager to Paul Tisdale? That is now my new dream team!
solentstars Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Wotte + Diamond= narrow rubbish + bemused players. For God's sake why do you think we got relegated? A traditional British manager, playing 4-4-2, a clearout of any players without the ability and character to take us forward. We also need a reliable penalty taker and two wide players that can cross the ball from the byeline and put corners and free kicks into dangerous positions. thats funny hoddle played the diamond system for us and 4-4-2 and 4-5-1 when we did well,all good managers play a varient of systems . i don,t care what the system any of our managers play as long hs it works.
ulstersaint Posted 12 May, 2009 Posted 12 May, 2009 Boothroyd and Cotterill both possess a reasonable track record with working with younger players. Cotterill did a fantastic job with Cheltenham Town although did not enjoy quite such an illustrious career with Burnley ,although I think he won as many as he lost during his time there. Boothroyd has only managed Watford, but took them to the Prem above all expectations at the time. Both are quite young and are easily good enough to successfully manage in D1. Either would do for me. But no more Dutch nonsense.
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