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Post by Luke on Jun 20, 2023 21:25:17 GMT
This is the problem announcing signings before the forms are even out. We won't be the only ones burned (indeed, others already have this summer eg. Ryan Blake at and then not at Berko again)
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Post by autalan65 on Jun 20, 2023 21:36:51 GMT
Bloody heck, makes you wonder know if suggesting hoppy moved on was the correct thing to do.
I wonder if Ashley Jenkins is still playing locally
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Post by paul on Jun 20, 2023 21:44:41 GMT
Of course it wasn’t the right thing to move him on, he gave everything in every game he played and was released just because the managers ego couldn’t take being questioned in some of his tactics. Sometimes these things tend to come back and bite you on the arse!!!
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Post by nelmo on Jun 20, 2023 21:50:20 GMT
Definitely not too bothered about Hill. I thought the way he conducted himself after they beat us towards the end of last season was disgusting. Clearly a talented GK but I am sure we can find a decent replacement.
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Post by peterduck on Jun 20, 2023 22:50:54 GMT
Interesting that still a lot of talk about hopwood. Was speaking with someone from the junior section and he said himself there is no smoke without fire, why do you get rid of someone who wins the accolades he did? Who the manager often praised after matches in the interviews? I understand there was something that happened at Kempston last year and hopwood disrespected the manager in front of everyone and fans saw it? I think sometimes we forget we only see what we’re allowed and a lot more goes on… either way, the sour grapes don’t read entirely well
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Post by dantheduck on Jun 21, 2023 6:15:56 GMT
Social media has a lot to answer for. The needless rush in announcing signings on there can end up causing embarrassment, especially where players who have a history of moving around a lot are concerned. Whilst amusing, some of the comments on Twitter, the little digs, aren't great and don't reflect well on those concerned. As a club with a more professional and upstanding reputation than most I feel its important JW considers this when he's tweeting!
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Post by magicdyke on Jun 21, 2023 9:26:28 GMT
Morning all, pre season has barely started and I am already fearing the worst. Players being confirmed as signing and then stating they never put pen to paper? Keepers are a rare breed, we really shot ourselves in the foot by shipping out Hoppy. Dreadful decision making (not the first). Anyway, looking forward to seeing how we shape up at the first pre season game.
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Post by peterduck on Jun 21, 2023 10:19:10 GMT
Morning all, pre season has barely started and I am already fearing the worst. Players being confirmed as signing and then stating they never put pen to paper? Keepers are a rare breed, we really shot ourselves in the foot by shipping out Hoppy. Dreadful decision making (not the first). Anyway, looking forward to seeing how we shape up at the first pre season game. Interesting yes, I’ve never been a great fan of the social media circus but I suppose if a player agrees money and handshakes with the manager that is the deal done? I can’t imagine a PR if that wasn’t the case. Maybe those days have gone and on this occasion maybe slight naivety but I find it unfair on clubs and managers if that is the case. Can’t control players actions/morals at this level of football
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Post by suffolk84duck on Jun 21, 2023 10:31:40 GMT
I don't agree with (magicdyke) stating mistakes by the manager, so far he has done exactly what has been asked of him and beaten some big teams aswel,the run under him has definitely shown alot of promising things, Hoppy going might look odd but there's two sides to that and the manager gets the final say,the team was very stale and stubborn and needed a kick in the backside,some good new signings so far already and we look like a strong mid table team so far,maybe a big signing still needed to set us apart from other teams may be needed but looks like a great season to come.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2023 11:08:43 GMT
The bottom line is most, if not all, of us are happy to back 11 lads who want to play for Aylesbury United.
If you want to play for Aylesbury United and the manager wants you, great, here's your registration form, fill it in and let's go.
If you don't want to play for Aylesbury United that's also fine, cut out the crap and leave with everyone's best wishes as a few lads (whose progress I know I will continue to follow) have already done this summer.
Supporting / being involved with a non league football club is supposed to be enjoyable. If you see it as some of quest to enable you to look down at other people then I suggest you have a good look in the mirror.
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Post by magicdyke on Jun 21, 2023 11:29:41 GMT
I don't agree with (magicdyke) stating mistakes by the manager, so far he has done exactly what has been asked of him and beaten some big teams aswel,the run under him has definitely shown alot of promising things, Hoppy going might look odd but there's two sides to that and the manager gets the final say,the team was very stale and stubborn and needed a kick in the backside,some good new signings so far already and we look like a strong mid table team so far,maybe a big signing still needed to set us apart from other teams may be needed but looks like a great season to come. I understand, just thought the players that had been at the Ducks through very difficult times deserved a bit more respect. You have players that have been let go that haven't even been acknowledged online, but we are breaking news of new signings who have no desire to play for the club. The mistakes comment isnt solely based on results, I have seen other local sides move on from the local player pool and get their own group in (Like most do) and as soon as the going gets tough, off they go and the club is in pieces. The players who have been let go without us fighting to keep them, stayed when Ben left, fought for the new manager, got those results against those big teams and most of them genuinely had a passion to play for the Ducks due to various links to the club. I give it till Christmas.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2023 11:39:41 GMT
If it goes wrong, it goes wrong. It won't be for a lack of trying on anyone's part. You can bet your bottom dollar there'll still be a living and breathing Aylesbury United whatever happens.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 21, 2023 12:21:55 GMT
Morning all, pre season has barely started and I am already fearing the worst. Players being confirmed as signing and then stating they never put pen to paper? Keepers are a rare breed, we really shot ourselves in the foot by shipping out Hoppy. Dreadful decision making (not the first). Anyway, looking forward to seeing how we shape up at the first pre season game. If you fear for the season after one preseason training session, nonleague football probably isn't the best hobby for you, not least because of the negative impact on your mental health! Who knows what will happen over the following few weeks?
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Post by nelmo on Jun 21, 2023 12:29:22 GMT
It feels like there is an element of the fan base who would be unhappy with Wells whatever he does. We can clearly see he has a plan and is ambitious. He’s a young manager so will make some mistakes along the way (suspect the GK situation will be a big learning curve) but we should be backing him. It was dire when he took over and we finished the season not only safe but in play off form. Let’s see how the rest of the summer pans out before judging him over some social media posts.
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Post by magicdyke on Jun 21, 2023 13:28:53 GMT
Morning all, pre season has barely started and I am already fearing the worst. Players being confirmed as signing and then stating they never put pen to paper? Keepers are a rare breed, we really shot ourselves in the foot by shipping out Hoppy. Dreadful decision making (not the first). Anyway, looking forward to seeing how we shape up at the first pre season game. If you fear for the season after one preseason training session, nonleague football probably isn't the best hobby for you, not least because of the negative impact on your mental health! Who knows what will happen over the following few weeks? I think we have all been in football long enough to fear a season before a ball has been kicked. Also, Strange comment bringing in mental health..Its a forum, people are free to speak how they feel. Relax
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