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Post by Down The Pan on Jul 26, 2016 12:25:03 GMT
'It gets so boring doesn't it' - I find Big Brother boring, so I don't watch it! Nobody here has claimed they are any authority on signings, we're just people who (might) want to express their thoughts. There's nothing wrong with having an opinion on signings. You're right - they could turn out terrible - they could turn out to be amazing. I'll be the first to admit that on paper I thought Rowe was an inspired signing - something I quickly changed my mind on having seen him play. That said, there's not really been any opinion on these two players at all (beyond someone pointing out the keeper has a long journey for games), and I haven't said on here what I think of either of the two signings that were announced yesterday - most certainly not Fitzpatrick as I've only seen him play in one game - most haven't even done that. You'll have to look back to the beginning of June for any real opinion pieces on this thread. Brooksider is the new Jem Pitt! I never said you did, I was talking to jimbo, not you. And Brooksider and Jem Pitt are one and the same, every City supporter knows that.
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Post by thesecondjack on Jul 26, 2016 12:34:53 GMT
I'm well aware of that. I wouldn't assume every city supporter does however.
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Post by Down The Pan on Jul 26, 2016 12:41:15 GMT
oh really, in that case your comment was rather superfluous
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Post by thesecondjack on Jul 26, 2016 12:51:09 GMT
I'm well aware 'Brooksider' and 'Jem Pitt' are one and the same, I wouldn't assume all City supporters know they are one and the same
Does every comment have to be done with the utmost efficiency? I think not.
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Post by Down The Pan on Jul 26, 2016 12:58:09 GMT
as you've just said, again...superfluous. No wonder you've managed as many posts in 18 months than any other "Get A Life" poster has in 8 years
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Post by Mark on Jul 26, 2016 13:34:01 GMT
The banter has started: the new season must be approaching! I think the post above from Mark was pointing out the correct spelling of Heeley: anyone who can't spell the manager's name ought not to be posting opinions on here. Well spotted Tim, that's exactly what I was doing. The Guy has been at this club for long enough, surely by now people should know who he is and how his name is spelled ffs. It hadn't occurred to me that people might take offence at my post.
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Post by thesecondjack on Jul 26, 2016 14:05:34 GMT
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Post by Down The Pan on Jul 26, 2016 17:26:18 GMT
Christ I'm not going to vet your post, when I set this banter board up all those years ago, the plan was always, no censorship. you can talk as much crap as you like (and you have surpassed Andy Bullock for the sheer quantity of crap at a posting rate never seen before, and boy there have been some major bores on here before) but everyone has the right to tell you when its crap. Its always worked pretty well, no-one before has ever suggested any posts be vetted, and it'll never happen. I'm really proud at how my silly little banter board has grown over the past 9 years, its not too serious, but its not so off topic to become frivolous and meaningless, and its seen a fair few protests. Players and managers have all come and gone, and hardly left a ripple on the waters, fans on the banter board have made a few waves, and will continue to do so. I appreciate you're quite a newbie thesecondjack, but you'll get used to it.
Now with my Joe Bloggs fan opinion, I haven't the foggiest idea what James Chambers would do for the squad, he probably doesn't either at the moment.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2016 19:15:34 GMT
We are all the beneficiaries of this message board. It's a vital weapon in our battle to save the club. It needs to be a unifying force though - remember who the enemy is.
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Post by thesecondjack on Jul 26, 2016 20:43:42 GMT
We are all the beneficiaries of this message board. It's a vital weapon in our battle to save the club. It needs to be a unifying force though - remember who the enemy is. I couldn't agree more! Though I'm happy to debate a best course of action, bickering within doesn't achieve much. I will apologise for my part in it.
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Post by dcx on Jul 26, 2016 21:13:49 GMT
Would be delighted if we signed him. He really could be a difference maker in that defence and I think he would really improve our chances of any sort of season. He's got quality and experience which frankly is a rare find at this level.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 26, 2016 21:17:01 GMT
No need to apologise. Speaking your mind is what this forum is about. We need everyone's contributions if we are going to win the day.
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Post by jimbo on Jul 26, 2016 21:32:48 GMT
Mark & Tim.... I apologise & will use spell check as my excuse !!
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Post by adycrean on Jul 27, 2016 12:04:03 GMT
Ethan Ross back on long term loan also
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Post by The sound and the fury on Jul 27, 2016 19:19:04 GMT
Christ I'm not going to vet your post, when I set this banter board up all those years ago, the plan was always, no censorship. you can talk as much crap as you like (and you have surpassed Andy Bullock for the sheer quantity of crap at a posting rate never seen before, and boy there have been some major bores on here before) but everyone has the right to tell you when its crap. Its always worked pretty well, no-one before has ever suggested any posts be vetted, and it'll never happen. I'm really proud at how my silly little banter board has grown over the past 9 years, its not too serious, but its not so off topic to become frivolous and meaningless, and its seen a fair few protests. Players and managers have all come and gone, and hardly left a ripple on the waters, fans on the banter board have made a few waves, and will continue to do so. I appreciate you're quite a newbie thesecondjack, but you'll get used to it. Now with my Joe Bloggs fan opinion, I haven't the foggiest idea what James Chambers would do for the squad, he probably doesn't either at the moment. Seem to recall that it was me that set the board up actually, along with the first incarnation of the website!
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Post by dcx on Jul 27, 2016 20:25:05 GMT
Ethan Ross is a terrific loan signing - very happy to have him back!
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Post by niels on Jul 27, 2016 20:29:41 GMT
Christ I'm not going to vet your post, when I set this banter board up all those years ago, the plan was always, no censorship. you can talk as much crap as you like (and you have surpassed Andy Bullock for the sheer quantity of crap at a posting rate never seen before, and boy there have been some major bores on here before) but everyone has the right to tell you when its crap. Its always worked pretty well, no-one before has ever suggested any posts be vetted, and it'll never happen. I'm really proud at how my silly little banter board has grown over the past 9 years, its not too serious, but its not so off topic to become frivolous and meaningless, and its seen a fair few protests. Players and managers have all come and gone, and hardly left a ripple on the waters, fans on the banter board have made a few waves, and will continue to do so. I appreciate you're quite a newbie thesecondjack, but you'll get used to it. Now with my Joe Bloggs fan opinion, I haven't the foggiest idea what James Chambers would do for the squad, he probably doesn't either at the moment. Seem to recall that it was me that set the board up actually, along with the first incarnation of the website! I think you are probably right in saying that you set up the first message board Tim, but this banter board was set up by Jem.
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Post by The sound and the fury on Jul 27, 2016 21:06:47 GMT
Sorry Niels but I set this one up too - with little personal touches like giving the rabid Voice of Reason his own moniker as "Harriers Fan" (have a look at his profile). I still have the coding to configure the page on my old laptop. Obviously when I deleted my original account, as did Darrell Butler, then it was handed over to Jem. Matters not though, at the end of the day as long as there's somewhere for people to talk City long after the floodlights have been switched off.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 27, 2016 21:30:52 GMT
Where is Voice of Reason? I miss him.
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Post by adycrean on Jul 28, 2016 10:15:28 GMT
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Post by thesecondjack on Jul 28, 2016 11:03:39 GMT
The new winger looks a real handful, little pocket rocket. Carl is certainly right that he looks raw though. I'm not so sold on Gallinagh in preseason - doesn't look to have the pace to attack, but then with a fast winger in front of him, maybe he won't have to!
As for Geddes, it's a shame it hasn't worked, but this perhaps leaves an opening for Matt Birley, who has impressed me in every game he's played in preseason.
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Post by thatloudbloke on Jul 28, 2016 12:32:56 GMT
It was great to see Ethan last night, and even better to see that he now has an assist to Lee's goal, next he will score direct would be an achievement. both wingers first half were good, & it gave us width, yes a little more work needed but it will give us what we need, Sean in my opinion did not seem to give enough in the games he played, not the same lad we new from 14/15 season, would have liked him to have been given a little longer but as above this will or could make an opening for Matt, who has given a lot in the games i have seen & IMO will be a great asset to us, the side is building nicely & im feeling more optimistic now we could have a good season...
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Post by Deleted on Jul 28, 2016 13:06:25 GMT
Is being both optimistic and a WCFC fan allowed?
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Post by The Verner on Jul 28, 2016 13:45:16 GMT
Sign Birlo, Chambers and our recent number 10 trialist and I will be happy with the squad
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Post by thatloudbloke on Jul 28, 2016 14:25:19 GMT
Is being both optimistic and a WCFC fan allowed? YEP, can do both, did not think so 3 weeks ago, but if do the same as first half last night, it could be great watching them play... just need a couple of signing & we are ready to roll...
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Post by alwaysnextyear on Jul 28, 2016 18:08:52 GMT
With all the latest activity, I've had a go at updating the squad. Please feel free to correct this list ( if necessary ! ).
Signed
Goalkeepers: Draper Ross
Defenders: Weir Sharpe Hutchison Smith Gallinagh
Midfielders: Jackman Gater Waldron Batchelor English Fitzpatrick
Forwards: Hughes Perry Bates Chilekwa
Unconfirmed Morris Ologu
Released Vaughan (to Solihull Moors) Dunkley (to Hednesford Town) Gudger (to Brackley Town) Nti (to York City) Minihan (to Stockport County) Webb (to Rhyl FC) MacDonald (to Redditch United) Thomas (to Kidderminster Harriers) Ward-Cochrane (released) Nash (released) Burton (retired) Geddes ( again )
I make that 17 signed on......at the moment
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Post by Tim Munslow on Jul 28, 2016 18:48:50 GMT
I am amazed at Sean Geddes's early release: can only assume it's an attitude problem in that he always seems to want to start and whether he does or not is the manager's decision.
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Post by alwaysnextyear on Jul 29, 2016 11:50:20 GMT
I am sure that you are correct, Tim. I spoke to his family at one of the friendlies and he left us because he wasn't starting, which affected his game, and he then didn't play well, hence he wasn't starting ! A bit of a vicious circle really. A shame as he has great ability, and gave us great memories during his time with us.
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Post by creaner on Jul 29, 2016 14:48:25 GMT
Is being both optimistic and a WCFC fan allowed? Don't forget Lord Ealing- Antcipointment!
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Post by dcx on Jul 29, 2016 18:14:36 GMT
I hope I am proven wrong but Gallinagh is too slow and will pick up injuries over the season. He was also failing to get into a Bath City team which almost went down in the inferior Conference South last term, I fail to see how he is going to be good enough for this league.
Excited about this Chilekwa however, he even has a few YouTube videos kicking around so he must be good...
Disappointing about Sean, I really was excited to see him back and hopefully firing again. So odd that he has been shipped out already, something not right with him.
I would also guess that Geddes' departure means signing Matt Birley is imminent.
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