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    I am afraid the club’s approach to leadership and performance management is several levels of sophistication below what you describe. And that is on the playing side, and in the backroom and the boardroom. That’s not to say that we don’t have good, hard working and committed people, but (from owners to manager) they need a different mindset for us to kick on next season.

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    in reply to: Billy Sharp #320233
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    Not bad for a 40 year old.

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    You seem to be able to post your uncensored nonsense on here, so what’s the problem? People have different views on all sorts of issues.

    Not when your in charge

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    It’s all part of the fun.

    Miserable people no wonder you come on here

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    Now on sale to season ticket holders until midday tomorrow. Six tickets per season ticket holder (if registered on Fanbase). I don’t expect many (if any) to be left for general sale tomorrow afternoon.

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    I don’t subscribe to the view that because your fanbase isn’t as big as others below you in the pyramid, you don’t deserve your place. We and others are where we are for a reason regardless of what we might think of smaller teams in EFL League 2 or 1.

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    in reply to: A Billy Sharp intake of breath #319934
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    And btw, I was one of the people deeply unimpressed with Sharp’s antics when he scored against us.

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    Let’s agree to differ. It came across as unnecessarily terse at best. In McCann’s shoes, I would have ignored it, but maybe there is some history?

    It’s not a capital offence, but AB does need to polish up his approach to comms, media, engagement.

    He could have said: “What a career he’s had and I wish him all the best in what he chooses to do next. But, no, we are not interested in bringing Billy back at this stage of our development as a club, and at this point in his career.” Same response in essence, but entirely different tone.

    It’s the right decision, but he could have found any number of other ways of responding in a more professional way.

    I didn’t think it was unprofessional.

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    It would be national news if you tracked down Nigel in Clacton.

    Anything can happen in the lottery that is the play-offs. But a lack of Scunthorpe momentum coming into the game I’d suggest gives Sarfend the advantage. Being at home may swing it back the other way? Shame its not 2 legs with an away day, Totts 2000, go to see the lovely Michelle in Frinton then a pint with Nigel in Clacton on the way back.

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    PS If we don’t go up, I hope Carlisle or Southend do.

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    Worthing up from Conference South. Bound to be away on a Tuesday night.

    Assuming we don’t go up, need to keep the midfield intact, offload the fringe players, recruit an experienced goalie, RB and two CBs. Plus a striker. Recruitment is key, but we know we need better and bigger squad depth.

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    in reply to: Butler,the best manager we never loved #319791
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    The sacking of Duncan was a disgraceful move by one of our top two disreputable owners. He was a Leeds fan with a dog called Sniffer. JD never stood a chance.

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    It’s the right decision, but he could have found any number of other ways of responding in a more professional way.

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    Watched the first half hour and Hartlepool were terrible.

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    Anyone attending this meeting? I have registered to attend, but don’t think I can justify two 200 mile round trips in 48 hours.

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    I see it was a County Cup final, so a bit more than renting out to all comers.

    Anyone else find it weird they had a local league final there before the season end recently?

    Thought they always tended to wait until season end to offer it up?

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    It’s certainly at least the second time it has been advertised. I really don’t understand why we don’t specify a salary range or pay rate for our backroom roles. We don’t even specify a rate for bar staff.

    I wonder what preparations are being made for the pitch in the close season? Weren’t different levels of work contingent on how much funding was raised through the Unity/PD and club crowdfunders?

    On the use of the pitch for a Sunday league final, it does seem odd to do it before the end of the season.

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    Sadly, it’s beyond the wit of some to understand that you can disagree without resorting to abuse. As others have pointed out, this is one of the reasons why this forum survives and prospers.

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    I am away at the money so only caught the last 25 minutes on DAZN. Were we that lacklustre for the previous 65 minutes? Play off run will be a short one based on recent performances. I think we have only won one game by more than one goal since 20 January.

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    There may be more. Also, there may not.

    Doesn’t look good on the face of it.

    But I feel there may be more to this than simply an OAP getting banned.

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    in reply to: All hail Dave #318921
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    I’ve come to the conclusion that he’s best ignored.

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    Surely the loans are in addition to the initial investment to secure shares?

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    Hopefully, the questions that arise from this can be addressed at the forthcoming (date tbc) shareholders’ meeting. Is a move to sustainability realistic with this model while maintaining on field momentum? I never expected promotion this season, but will we better placed next to push on? Probably not. If we hit the jackpot and get promoted this year, that brings into play other revenue streams. There will also, though, be pressures and expectations in terms of investment.

    I think we are all grateful for what the owners have done for the club to date and pleased with on field achievements. The need for a longer term plan is all too apparent.

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    Once again, a very helpful, clear and insightful analysis. Thank you. To me, it suggests that the more transparency from clubs on finance matters, the better. If you outline plans and challenges associated with decisions, the more likely you are to take fans with you. Better still, involve them in those decisions.

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    I suspect a Forensic Linguist would make very light work of identifying the author. Or, let’s be honest, anyone with a triple digit IQ.

    The people on here will never get along with most people because they are old dont like change
    And live in Thredgold stand
    Sorry state

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    A couple of questions for you?
    -what are the characteristics that are common to “us lot”?
    -when you say “you have no balls,” what do you mean?

    As others have put far better than me, this forum does not comprise a homogenous group of people and opinion. There is a diversity of views, there are disagreements, and there is sometimes nuance (look it up). This Bru as bogeyman really doesn’t fly, but I guess is serves the ends of some while helping the time pass for someone trying to stay on the straight and narrow.

    In my opinion you lot like to give it out first time someone gives you it back. You have no balls like it or not
    Ps
    What the guy is saying is true
    all you have ever wanted to do is moan over and over again
    But that’s bru never changes

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    Very helpful analysis. So, it points to the need to get additional investors?

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    The seem to be there now…

    https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/00123622/filing-history

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    in reply to: Drummer #318696
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    What you have there is a hypothesis. This may or may not be based on lazy stereotyping. There’s some guidance on how you might test it at the link. Good luck!

    https://libguides.law.ucla.edu/c.php?g=1382972&p=10360930

    a fair amount of football supporters want drumming in stadiums gone.

    Can we have this broken down into two groups please? Those that are eligible for their free bus pass and those who aren’t. Just a hunch but I have a feeling it would be heavily skewed in one groups favour!

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    This was your first post. It doesn’t seem to be the best opener if you were really seeking rational discussion.

    Some of these comments are hilarious.
    You all look like clowns. Just hate speech and jealousy.
    I have no inclination to clarify any of your misinformation.
    The unity group will be at the hut as usual on friday . Uti

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