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Post by pilninggas on Mar 17, 2024 10:24:35 GMT
I think we can now say the squad was never as good as we all believed it was in august (including me) We must give MT time in the summer and to see his squad perform in the first few weeks. The management must also get to the bottom of the injuries at the club, this has been going on for 3 seasons now where the first half of the season is marred with a full team of injured players, there must be something we are doing? It doesn’t matter who the manager is you can’t get a settled team or spirit in the team when we have at least 3 or 4 senior players out with strains and tears from training ground matches. I always knew Lincoln would spank us, they’re the form team, we are under strength all over the park, and for me the season was essentially over in August as a promotion potential season with the JCH debacle. Maybe it's just me but for the past 5-10 years I've just usually gone through the "if we finish above where we finished last year, I'll be satisfied." It seems we've had a number of seasons with discussions of League 1 Playoff race (16-17, 18-19, 19-20, 23-24) that we're always a million miles off of. Also, here's a genuine question; when have we ended up Overachieving? When was the last time we all had our expectations at the beginning of the season and ended up surpassing that? Can't have been one instance throughout the 2010s and on? The promotion of 2016? Everyone expected a season of settling in League 2 after getting back out of the Conference and then DC/the team managed to do the back-to-back.
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Post by pilninggas on Feb 14, 2024 15:33:51 GMT
Season tickets on sale soon then. You nailed it. Just got the renewal email.
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Post by pilninggas on Feb 13, 2024 21:10:48 GMT
Nice
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Post by pilninggas on Feb 12, 2024 17:17:54 GMT
"Dear Gasheads,
It is with great enthusiasm that I address you today, six months after taking control of our beloved club. During this past period, the board has been dedicated to laying the foundation for an ambitious journey. I am excited to share our vision for the next three years, focusing on three pivotal areas: the first team, the Memorial Stadium, and our training ground, The Quarters.
Building a Competitive First Team:
This past December, we appointed Matt Taylor as our manager, fully confident in his abilities to transform our squad into a formidable force within the league. His vision and leadership perfectly align with our ambitious goal: promotion to the Championship within the next three years.
We are committed to providing Matt with full backing and the resources needed to make this vision a reality. This summer, during the transfer window, we will work closely with him to acquire talented players who share his ambition and are eager to contribute to the success of Bristol Rovers. We have already made strategic additions like Kamil Conteh, and further reinforcements are planned that will bolster the squad in key areas. While Aaron Collins' departure was mutually agreed upon – both he and the club felt it was the right time to move on – we extend our sincere gratitude for his contributions and wish him all the best. We’ve also bolstered the management team with experienced figures like Jamie McAllister, Kevin Bond, and Wayne Carlisle, further propelling our aspirations. Additionally, we are deeply invested in nurturing home grown talent, as evidenced by Jed Ward's remarkable rise.
Transforming the Memorial Stadium:
Upon taking the helm, we quickly discovered that the developer involved in the previous stadium development plans at the fruit market site chose not to proceed further with the project. While acknowledging this initial setback, we swiftly shifted our focus towards revitalising the heart and soul of our club: the Memorial Stadium. The opening of the South Stand has demonstrably enhanced the match day atmosphere, serving as a mere glimpse of what is to come. Our ambitious vision is to expand the stadium's capacity to 16,000, creating a vibrant and intimidating fortress that will resonate with your unwavering support for our first team. We will keep you informed of our progress as we navigate the planning and approval process with the city council. We will share our designs and plans once we have obtained all the necessary approvals.
Investing in The Quarters:
Our vision for The Quarters extends far beyond its function as a training ground. We envision it as a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as a home for both our first-team and academy. This development embodies our culture of excellence and ambition, providing a clear pathway for academy players to transition to the first team. The Quarters will boast additional top quality pitches and an indoor pitch, specifically designed to optimise training for both the first team and academy. Additionally, the fully-equipped building will house all the resources necessary for player development. This will include gym facilities, nutrition and rehabilitation to ensure holistic support for all of our teams. Furthermore, we have also included a residential element to ensure the site is commercial viable for the club. As we obtain approvals from the City Council and local residents we will also share our plans and designs for the Quarters.
Together, We Rise:
The future holds immense promise, and we are not embarking on this journey alone. Your unwavering support, passion, and loyalty fuel our collective aspirations. We will soon be in a position to announce the release of season tickets. We understand the economic challenges everyone faces, and despite inflationary pressures, we have ensured minimal price increases.
We still have a number of important fixtures this season, Wael and I looking forward to joining you all at The Mem and on the road to get behind the team.
Thank you for all of your support.
UTG!
Sincerely,
Hussain Alsaeed, Chairman"
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 28, 2024 20:59:00 GMT
If needed I can probably drop him back. I live in Caldicot.
PM me.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 27, 2024 18:04:06 GMT
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 26, 2024 7:06:42 GMT
I've heard it's the latter. And that Byron's been asked to continue first team coaching duties alongside his existing Head of Academy duties, all for the same ££. Honestly, not having a dig, but how the hell would you have heard this? I really can't see BA talking about private contract matters. I work in a different sector, but once saw a more senior colleague get sacked. I was asked if I wanted the job, but said no. I acted-up in the interim [also doing my old role at a slightly reduce amount] and got an agreed extra payment until they replaced the sacked colleague and I went back to doing my own job. I'm fairly sure BA will be remunerated if he is acting-up and still keeping the academy ticking over.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 25, 2024 21:42:56 GMT
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 22, 2024 16:57:06 GMT
£10 for fans sitting in the South Stand tomorrow.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 11, 2024 18:23:32 GMT
Excellent keeper for us - never forget the post promotion sign on the old Travellers Rest Pub - "Jesus Saves" to which someone added "And Belshaw" ...... Passed that everyday on the way to work in Stoke Gifford. Always made me smile. Thanks for everything Belly.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 10, 2024 19:16:46 GMT
Crewe would have turned us over under Barton. Really is this blah blah blah set to kick off again ? I've not commented either way previously. Just stating the obvious really. Happy to compare and contrast MT with any of his predecessors though.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 10, 2024 17:00:16 GMT
Well done MT couldn’t have been easy for him following JBs footsteps but it seems they were ready for a change and have embraced it. Bet JB would be gutted if we beat Norwich and he had the chance to take on Liverpool Trouble is we know we would have lost Crewe would have turned us over under Barton.
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 3, 2024 20:08:56 GMT
No my friend. Thanks. Is that tweet from today?
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 3, 2024 20:03:05 GMT
Is there POTD?
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Post by pilninggas on Jan 2, 2024 17:38:21 GMT
Thanks Lamare for your work for us. Best wishes back at Villa.
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Post by pilninggas on Dec 31, 2023 14:06:45 GMT
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Post by pilninggas on Dec 12, 2023 21:45:03 GMT
Well done Gas. MT off and running.
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Post by pilninggas on Dec 12, 2023 20:04:40 GMT
Suuuuuuuuuuper John.
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Post by pilninggas on Dec 7, 2023 18:33:30 GMT
Interview with DC incoming too. BBCBris doing the business.
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Post by pilninggas on Dec 7, 2023 18:07:03 GMT
Extended interview with MT on Having a Gas, right now
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