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dunno if ive missed it and apologies if already been posted but where has he gone and how much was the fee ??

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Square Ball Bullimore wrote:

I’m walking into an ear bashing or keyboard equivalent here but maybe just maybe JD smashes it in this league? The owner wanted him due to his lower leagues winning mentality, some of the players we have are amazing on their day…. If he can get them to gel and remove the negativity of the last few years around the whole club then everything could really kick on.

I am not negative re JD and truly hope he smashes it … i am however just slightly concerned about some traits he showed in the end of last season firstly odd selections and secondly tactics (yes he was working with a nail in his boot and with poor players with very bad attitudes) so can he motivate this new group, lets hope so..

I agree with a previous post , a mix of really talented players possibly with big egos to manage wont be easy maybe why Andy Butler came in after Nelson left he will play a big part IMO.

No hiding place now i wish JD all the best… anything other than top few places after first dozen games or he could/should be toast .. hopefully not and he turns out to be the Lurpak butter (MY FAV) on that toast and a hero.

Reading fans SM there seems to be a real buzz and with a good start im sure attendances will be good and improve if the football on offer is entertaining.

New owner and managers first full season, all new team, new kit in a new league suppose you could say new fresh buzz and real optimism within the fan base …. putting the off field stuff aside this is Scunny being reborn.

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premier iron wrote:

I predict that before Christmas we will be calling for Dean to go

Not too.optimistic re jD then prem.iron .. must admit im a tad concerned how he will manage what is looking like a very good squad.

Nelson welcome back n Andy Butler waiting in the eings if it does go tits up for Jimmy

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Oldham mate who is usually not far off the mark reckons they are gonna table an increased offer for Ogle..

Re Butterfield.. pleased he looks to be staying , as for Wilson na .. IMO his attitude end of last season was crap and should be let go as should Rance.

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From club website

Pretty much whats been said makes decent reading except im concerned Ogle will go to Oldham i really hope he stays.

https://www.scunthorpe-united.co.uk/news/2023/june/players-update/

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Anyone else thinking this is quite a hectic pre season schedule .. lots of fixtures close together , hoping there arent any injuries that keeps players out for the start of the season .. re the likes of Cal Roberts who is reported to be brilliant but made of glass…

oh not forgetting Rance im predicting he will be a regular in the physio room.

PRE-SEASON SCHEDULE CONFIRMED…

Monday, June 26th – Players and staff return for pre-season training and testing
Saturday, July 8th – Brigg Town CIC (A) – 3pm
Tuesday, July 11th – Winterton Rangers (A) – 7.30pm
Saturday, July 15th – Ilkeston Town (A) – 3pm
Tuesday, July 18th – Gainsborough Trinity (A) – 7.30pm
Saturday, July 22nd – Doncaster Rovers (H) – 1pm
Tuesday, July 25th – Hull City (H) – 7.45pm
Wednesday, July 26th – Grantham Town (A) – 7.30pm
Saturday, July 29th – Burton Albion (H) – 3pm

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64 wrote:

Stop mentioning Facebook,I then go , check and see this garbage https://www.facebook.com/groups/1019664078503060/permalink/1663175277485267/

Thanks for that 64 ..i am a tad anti SM (fb twitter etc) but some interesting reading and a few warbles made me chuckle, not seeing anything too controversial from DH DW.

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WGs i really hope Jimmy comes good but as Awaywego suggests now Butler is in the wings if JD does fook up ..
Can see maybe one or two more signings but to this point no one can complain about the intent shown by DH and well done to wh ever sourced and git the newbies to cone to Scunny.
From being down n depressed from.last seasons debacle seems there is hope and optimism
Also mentioned if the side is performing well and winning decent crowds should be the norm as any fan craves good entertaining football plenty of goals n winners

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yes i was thinking the same .. at 39 he could still play if necessary.. did so last season at Farsley

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WonderGoals wrote:

Daz Reevell wrote:

In non-league I suspect budgets are dictated by attendances, and looking at the average attendances in NLN for the 22/23 seasion (link below) I would suggest that we will have the largest average attendance for the coming season (especially if we are doing well).

I concur. Let’s face it, we’re the Real Madrid of NLN and require the players to prove it.

All we need now is somebody to drug Lavery, stick a sack over his head and bring him here for us to sign him from Donny.

That would be mission accomplished.

Real Madrid … thanks for that WGs made me chortle and mi dentures dropped out… you been on the turps again ??

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A certain Andy Butler has jumped on for the NLN ride to piss the league (according to WGs)

https://www.scunthorpe-united.co.uk/

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Even though not residing in the UK im getting quite exited and more so unusually optimistic for the up n coming NLN season… hopefully find time for a trip back during the season and take in as many games as possible.

So getting back to football talk and despite all the off the field issues putting them aside and assuming all the squad newbies and retained are all fit n ready how to fans/ IB members see the team lining up ..theres been so many new signings not easy for my old memory to remember all their positions.

I think most fans would agree the signings have all been excellent and the squad at last has some depth n quality with players that actually want to be at the club, with the likes of Ogle Elliot Chappo plus the youngsters creating real competition for places any thoughts on JDs regular starting 11 subs n captains arm band ???

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WOW waking up to this news ..very surprising. After reading all the comments seems hes a cracker of a player but very injury prone, money paid and a 2 year deal DH showing real intent.

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Please dont tag me as a Liverpool fan … in fact i can categorically state my only club is SCUNTHORPE UNITED .. i do not give a rats arse about any other and only quickly skim over the scores after the checking Iron have got on.

Personally i just dislike Everton more than most other clubs (except Grimesby)

I do not even watch any local / Asean football fixtures live or on the telly.. its a joke , match fixing , Refs paid off outrageous decisions and games played on sub standard surfaces,open ended grounds and water logged pitches in monsoon season makes it like a summer away day at Blunderdel Park …. a carry on comedy flik.

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For anyone who hasnt seen the Nelson vid

https://youtu.be/HITvBgLU2ro

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Just watched the Nelson leaving vid on YT and must say he spoke very well honest respectful and dignified.
within his comments there seemed no hint of underlying off field problems that some are predicting expecting or just guessimating , gave the impression all is ok, DH has a plan to take the club forward with JD n CP at the helm and all in all very optimistic for the future.

Wishing Mr Nelson all the best for the future ..

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Brassy sharman wrote:

Don’t think they will be playing any friendlies at glanford park.

More info please .. why do you say this ?

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Oldham 11/1 worth a punt.

Chesterfield will be up there for sure … also fancy Hartlepool and Barnet.

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busy last coupla days n logged in to read this news … real shame i liked Nelson and im of the opinion he should have been given a crack at the top job when DH arrived on the scene…alas thats history and good luck to him for the future where ever he ends up .. reading his statement not sure in what capacity his new role is but i predict he will resurface as a manager in the not to distant future…
Anyways its down to JD n CP now no hiding place .. hoping they can get the all new Iron buzzing from the first whistle and see where we are after 10 NLN fixtures, after all the door is always open for the Admiral to return as confirmed by DH.

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Question is can JD get them organized in the right positions playing pressing flowing football and also be able to adapt tactically when needed.

I really hope he can, twood be great to see him pull it off after all the flak he received for the end of last seasons debacle… when it was obvious he was working with a nail in his boot and players without any interest or pride in their profession.

Hoping Hilton and JD both come good ..

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Ferrite wrote:

Are squad numbers still definitely used in this division?

Good question… pulled this from internet

Clubs in the National League North and South will be allowed to use squad numbers this season. However, it’s not compulsory that they do so.

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Not being disrespectful but looking at the clubs in NLN next season you gotta fancy us to be up there in and around the top… ive ** my top 5 picks

Had a spare half hour waiting for my grab lunch so thought i would source and type this out for Bru …. ANY PREDICTIONS (except that the possibilIty i cut n pasted it)

Club 2023-24 Vanarama National League North

** Alfreton Town (5th in National League North)
Banbury United (17th in National League North)
Bishops Stortford (1st in Isthmian League)
Blyth Spartans (19th in National League North)
** Boston United (15th in National League North)
Brackley Town (4th in National League North)
Buxton (11th in National League North)
** Chester (3rd in National League North)
Chorley (12th in National League North)
Curzon Ashton (13th in National League North)
Darlington (10th in National League North)
Farsley Celtic (20th in National League North)
Gloucester City (7th in National League North)
Hereford (16th in National League North)
Kings Lynn Town (2nd in National League North)
Peterborough Sports (14th in National League North)
Rushall Olympic (5th in Southern League Premier Division Central)
Scarborough Athletic (8th in National League North)
** Scunthorpe United (23rd in National League)
Southport (18th in National League North)
** South Shields (1st in Northern Premier League Premier Division)
Spennymoor Town (9th in National League North)
Tamworth (1st in Southern League Premier Division Central)
Warrington Town (2nd in Northern Premier League Premier Division)

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WonderGoals wrote:

cassidystash wrote:

Will one of the CBs get number 5 from Elliott?

Can’t say I’m that interested in all fairness. I don’t care what numbers they wear as long as they all play well and contribute to us having a successful season.

I concur with that re the successful season .. however im ov the mind when allocating squad numbers it will give a clearer picture of who JD considers first names on the team sheet with others as squad players subs n back up… example the keepers position will he rotate or have a regular first choice ?? i like Chappo but will JD rate Fitz more highly.. same applies in a few other positions.

As previously posted im also predicting the new captain will be either Ogle (if he stays nothing confirmed yet) or one of the new signings ..just not sure which one

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WonderGoals wrote:

ironfromafar wrote:

Also who will JDs club captain be ????

Super Dean Rance.

Bloody ell hope thats a joke as well WGs ;)..

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Also who will JDs club captain be ????

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ironfromafar wrote:

Not sure i agree with WGs this time on his .. “HMS piss the league”

That was sarcasm on my part. I’m surprised you didn’t realise that when reading the post in question.

I guessed it was WGs .. thought i do a quick one two and nutmeg you 5555

Looking forward to the season , it seems DH is giving JD what he needs .. very interesting to see how he sets up and his style of play,obviously hoping its what he was touted as and not as last seasons selection and tactical shambles.

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Back in the real world (see what i did there)… Cosmos will not be joining us on the next mission…beam him up spotty!!

Not sure i agree with WGs this time on his .. “HMS piss the league” but hopefully JDs all new team can propel us like the space ship Enterprise at warp factor 9 out of the NLN at the first attempt.

Be interesting to see if anymore signings come in or was Cosmos the final frontier … a tricky winger/striker please JD.

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lesgeo wrote:

EFA – I have a better offer. I don’t need first, I’ll settle for business class.

WOW thanks ..great to know there are so many kind and helpful Iron fans out there.. i will add this option to my list of considerations.

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Oggie Oggie Oggie i hope yer right about Ogle … has he signed owt yet ??

Rance should not be at the dance .. is it too late for some tippex

Another striker to add to Whitehall n Elliot… n i be happy

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