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[10/05/2009 12:56:29] hello wrote:
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Whats the point in this 'have your say' board when the majority of the questions posted on here don't get answered? (86.29.135.12)
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[01/05/2009 12:40:45] mattp wrote:
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possible new recruit? is he any good?
Bristol Rovers striker Josh Klein-Davies is free to look for another club after being released by the Pirates.
The former Bristol City trainee has made 10 appearances for the Rovers first team since moving to the Memorial Ground in May 2007.
However, the 20-year-old has not featured for Paul Trollope's side since the final game of last season.
This season, Klein-Davies has had spells on loan at Blue Square Premier side Lewes at League Two outfit Luton.
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[24/04/2009 18:05:07] Seagull Man wrote:
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Why not advertise more in the local paper . Seeing as Weston has a population of 80,000 im sure if you were to put something in the local paper to encourage them to come like for example say do a family offer like have buy two adult tickets get two kids in free or free drink in the club house or somethinbg like that cause i believe that what will motiavate the players more is walking into a packed woodspring stadium. just a suggestion Let hope are seagulls are pushing for the play offs next season.... also someone i know is a newport fan and he says that they are getting marvin brown. could anyone tell me if this is true cause i really think that he is a good player and will never forget his goal against plymouth. (62.171.194.44)
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[23/04/2009 01:37:58] Terry Gurney wrote:
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Mark,I definitely agree with you regarding Andy and his staff,the directors,and players doing so well this season especially with players lost at crucial times throughout the season,but Andy's always managed to get the lads focused to get them up the league.
I wouldn't worry about players for next season yet,I'm sure Andy has already had a look at players to fill a number of positions that may need strengthening,but I don't think he'd be too hasty in moving on the ones who have done well this season.....provided they continue to show the commitment they already have since Andy took over.
He (Andy) doesn't "suffer fools gladly" so I think the team will be even stronger next season if he can add a few players to the squad who are at least as good as the ones already at his disposal.
Good luck lads...I'm sure Andy and the boys can improve and go even further next season.
Champagne anyone? (who said Weston would go down??) :) (81.104.130.43)
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[19/04/2009 20:07:50] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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Well done to the management,team and directors that the Seagulls are 'legally' safe this year. We understand how the end of season injury problems badly effected the performances. However, the fact remains that the club lacks a depth of quality and experience in the centre-backs and central midfield and also quick main strikers.The overall balance of many competing teams has been an eye opener and makes us worried for next year.(82.12.242.11)
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[19/04/2009 11:17:08] Cheddar Lad wrote:
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Interesting. Also heard that both Gilroy and Hogg could be on their way.(89.151.210.110)
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[18/04/2009 23:36:47] IN THE KNOW wrote:
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Gethin Jones and Darren Edwards would both be a waste of time and no better than what we have got already.
The only one's i would be interested in would be Holland, Hogg and Rogers.
No one else! (86.144.60.82)
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[18/04/2009 10:15:03] wsm supporter wrote:
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Have got good authourity that we have made deals to bring Bath city duo Gethin Jones and Darren Edwards in next season on 2 year deals. Watch this space :)(82.11.160.80)
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[16/04/2009 12:21:56] Jeremy Williams wrote:
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Watched the match on Easter Monday and was appalled by the constant flow of foul language from the Weston players and coaching staff. Hardly a family atmosphere. Also, why is smoking apparently allowed in the ground? Surely this is now illegal? (82.71.201.168)
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[14/04/2009 16:21:29] mattp wrote:
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just want to say well done to the boys, they did us proud this season, can't wait for next season, buying my season tickets ASAP!(86.169.239.246)
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[02/04/2009 20:46:16] Sean wrote:
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Reading some of the comments below has convinced me that some of our fans are idiots. (91.108.123.203)
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[02/04/2009 00:15:25] TERRY GURNEY wrote:
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I'm sure Andy didn't need any advice from me,but it's good to see he's got the lad from Chelsea....is that a loan deal,or permanent move?
Good luck lads,see you in League div 2 in 2 years?? (hopefully with Lee Glovers' Kings Lynn,always good matches as players when Andy and Lee squared upto each other :) )
As a ps to earlier post,Celtic are looking to loan out midfielder MARK MILLER,18. He's already had a run out in a couple of champions league games.(81.104.130.43)
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[31/03/2009 19:54:41] josh bell wrote:
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i hear jack compton is neally back, i hope he is better, he is my fav player x
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[30/03/2009 18:54:40] jp wrote:
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come on mark seagulls,how can a non league club be prepared for 9-11 injurys,l think the lads have done well in the last 2 games,im sure if we were a weymouth or a hornechurch we would have a squad of 22 players all on big wages but look at them now,andy gurney done well to get the two players in on saturday shows he is trying to improve the injury nightmare. (86.140.26.253)
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[29/03/2009 19:19:22] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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I know the club has serious injury problems but the general weakness of the squad has again been exposed with the defeat against Hayes.No pace and come the second half, no left side balance. We lead at half-time deservedly but with errors and lax refereeing gave the game to the visitors. We can still be relegated! Dead legs should not mean missing 2 weeks of matches. I hope the fans concerns are read or this blog is a waste of space. (82.20.56.227)
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[29/03/2009 14:53:15] Seagulls 4 life wrote:
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going back to my comment earlier i thought that we should do a supporters coach to away games cause look at the coach to worcester. All im gunna say is thank you for organising one and it should be great to see even more away fans at games (92.3.221.207)
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[29/03/2009 14:05:31] Jim wrote:
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just an enquiry about what happened to the new stand that was going to be built at the beginning of the season behind the goal at the carpark end. Have the plans been scrapped? (86.29.135.12)
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[27/03/2009 16:42:09] abc wrote:
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i think that if what terry says would be possible then i reckon that its worth a go. (92.1.173.132)
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[27/03/2009 12:34:45] steve tapp wrote:
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just a quick message to say well done to the people envolved in updating the website.over the past year i have noticed a vast improvment in not only the type of info but the speed that the sight gets updated!(94.197.166.252)
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[26/03/2009 23:21:59] ian wrote:
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its about time the off field activities/services were sorted out, just look at what other clubs in this league offer, we need someone with a bit of financial savvy and enthusiasm to sort out the engine room of this club! If you asked all the new residents of weston where the football club was, i bet they woouldn't know!(195.93.21.35)
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[26/03/2009 04:05:37] Terry Gurney (GREENOCK) wrote:
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If Andy is looking to strengthen his squad for next season,Gordon Strachan is always looking to loan out youngsters to gain experience at teams where they would get regular games.
Some of them this season are under 21 internationals and playing in the lower divisions of the scottish league. I reckon the conference south is actually a stronger league than the 2 bottom leagues in Scotland and Celtic pay the lions share of their wages anyway. Andy,ask your old Swindon team mate,Danny Invincibile,about the quality youngsters wasting away in the reserves and under 19 leagues up here,his team Kilmarnock is one club that's benefiting from getting kids on loan deals from lower leagues in England because teams like Celtic and Rangers won't allow them to play against them as their employers,a bit like when Swindon played Leeds Utd in the league cup and Leeds refused to let Swindon use James Milner.....one example of a youngster being loaned to a team in a lower division and look how his career took off after his spell at Swindon. Worth a try Andy,it helped me going from Chelsea as a youth player to Hastings Utd. (81.104.130.43)
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[25/03/2009 13:03:14] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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The result against Havant was disappointing but hardly surprising considering the team that was put out The youth team inclusions were encouraging but how we missed both Dale and Dean on the wings.The increasing injury list has to be a concern and strong line-ups are needed for all the remaining matches.The club can't afford to be complacent.As we said previously, a return to Tuesday night football would give the Seagulls a chance to rest and recover.(81.107.196.169)
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[24/03/2009 14:59:41] Paul Compton wrote:
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I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Weston supporters for the way in which they showed geniue concern towards my son Jack, Jack also said what a good reception he recieved at the Havant game as well. Although there was good news at the end of the day with Jack only doing his ankle ligaments I was very please in the way Jack was treated by Dave and his helpers, Thank you again and hopefully Jack will be able to get a game in before that end of the season.(92.14.205.193)
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[22/03/2009 20:28:31] james wrote:
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really impressed once again with the performance against bromley.I'm starting to feel that the �10 fans pay to watch the team is money well spent at the moment.Well done to all the players and manaagement for providing a decent show of football.(193.113.57.165)
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[22/03/2009 19:12:31] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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With results and performances like this achieved against Bromley we should be safe from relegation this season. A great shame about the increasing injury list though.We hope that next season the club returns to playing its evening matches on a Tuesday. This would give our players a chance to recover from knocks or a lack of energy. (82.26.19.97)
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[22/03/2009 12:07:55] mattp wrote:
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great game, great result against bromley, bring on havant! anybody know how Jack Compton is doing? played great and gave his all when he came on, real shame he got injured.(86.169.77.121)
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[21/03/2009 20:57:09] Bazzer wrote:
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Two wins in a week Weston what is going on, great stuff keep it up, we are used to a relagation battle at this time of year , but that seems to be out the window now.(80.0.82.177)
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[18/03/2009 08:55:40] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Just seen result against Team Bath. Well done all.(84.13.156.122)
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[18/03/2009 08:05:03] keithguest wrote:
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Great win last night - and fully deserved! Really good all round performance - and an attacking line-up too. Great goals from Marv and Macca - just that little scare right at the end when they nearly nicked an undeserved point. And ,for a change, did we not outnumber the home "support"??!!!(62.239.159.5)
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[15/03/2009 20:32:23] Seagulls 4 life wrote:
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Why dont we do coaches to each away game because if we did we would get more fans at away games and could get behind the team away aswell as at home, whiuch would surely have no problems part from perhaps cost.(93.3.189.127) (Admin - I think you've answered your own question, Cost.)
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[12/03/2009 16:42:19] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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A fair result for both Weston and Wimbledon. The visitors came with a good attitude and the only instances of petulance came from some of the over enthusiastic home side and management. (86.0.81.39)
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[10/03/2009 16:52:58] stephen Hughes wrote:
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I expect the lad Compton looks that he is always moaning because he never gets the ball thought Rand played well Saturady after a shakey start willaims again put a lot of effort in without any end product, the referee sploit the game made poor decisions but I should amagine the chairman is pleased as the bar takings must have trebled. (92.13.133.104)
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[10/03/2009 15:01:18] stephen wrote:
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Nice to hear we nicked a draw against AFC Wimbledon. Just goes to show that we have the mentality and the desire to beat anyone and to give anyone a match. Thoroughly deserved the draw. Well done lads!(212.219.57.126)
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[10/03/2009 12:37:51] the oracle wrote:
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Gurney sent from touchline by ref at end of 1st half; Alan Pridham (62.239.159.5)
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[08/03/2009 13:00:59] keitham wrote:
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Where was Andy Gurney for the 2nd half yesterday? Who was the guy with Chris Smith on the touchline for the 2nd half?
Pity we couldn't have nicked it -but a great fightback in the 2nd half !(79.75.178.23)
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[08/03/2009 11:47:29] bradley saddler wrote:
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i go to evry match off westons and to me they are inproving, they are a good team.
manny williams well only if we coulb by him he is class,yesturday was a good game it was paked never seen it like that befor
,1-1 that was a good resalt but manny u should have scored but u did have a lot of presier, i want to bye a shirt but they dont sel them at the ground yy ?
i would love a chance to meet manny please BRADLEY SADDLER PLEASE (217.42.156.229)
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[07/03/2009 18:04:48] malroy wrote:
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yeah, i seen comptons free kick, what a sweet left foot, tho he didnt have his greatest at bath, i even heard a few of the crowd start shouting at other players 'c'mon, you're having a compton!' i think its quite catchy!(86.0.184.211)
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[07/03/2009 17:30:43] j wrote:
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i missed the game 2day, did jack compton get his moaning into his play? (82.21.2.176)
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[07/03/2009 04:50:58] TERRY GURNEY wrote:
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GOOD AT FREE KICKS AND MOANS ALOT? I WONDER WHERE HE GETS THAT FROM ? :) (OK ANDY?)(81.104.130.43)
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[06/03/2009 09:17:14] j wrote:
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has any1 else noticed how j compton seems to moan alot on the pitch. good free kick tho (82.21.2.176)
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[04/03/2009 16:53:52] westonwolf wrote:
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Think we will stumble into this match and then wonder why there were crowd difficulties afterwards !!(81.138.129.85)
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[02/03/2009 18:22:10] martin wrote:
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Hi, i am an AFC WIMBLEDON fan now living in Clevedon,having been to your ground a few times, i would like to know where will my 700 mates be put in the ground,the covered terrace behind the goal would be good, will there be any segregation.(82.32.146.50)
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[23/02/2009 18:50:59] jupu wrote:
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Hi folks
I�m trying to complete my collection of Worcester City programmes back to 1970 and am missing a copy of the programme from an F.A. Cup replay that City played at Weston in season 1977/78. I don't know whether a programme actually exists for this game - would anyone know?
It�s a long shot but does anyone have a copy that they would be willing to sell?
I can be contacted by email at [email protected]
Many thanks
Julian Pugh
Programme Editor/Historian
Worcester City FC
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[22/02/2009 16:03:33] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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A win which we thoroughly deserved against a workman- like Braintree side. It is rewarding to see the same eleven from last week start this match and carry on the good work being provided by the management team. Man of the match has to be Marc McGregor for the way he held up then distributed the ball. Indeed the whole team played with enthusiasm and increased confidence. Bring on the Romans!(82.26.19.231)
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[17/02/2009 14:59:15] yuriti wrote:
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Hello! I'm from Russia. I played for Weston-super-Mare AFC in computer game Football Manager 2008. And now I managing Weston in Football Manager 2009. Also, I writing history about my game for Weston in FM2009. So I need some photos of team. Where can I try to find it? (93.81.69.91)
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[17/02/2009 10:51:14] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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How unlucky can you get?! A good battling performance against a side that on form we should have beaten. The bounce of the ball certainly went Bognor's way and their goalkeeper was superb.A shame the referee and his assistants didn't know the laws for a penalty or offside.(86.27.95.183)
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[15/02/2009 20:53:05] Canveylad wrote:
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02/02/2009 09:16:08 Upset Football Fan wrote:
Having walked to the ground in anticipation of a good game of football, I was shocked to be charged �10 first of all especially in this economic situation. Then to have to watch a referee love the sound of his own whistle and voice didnt help the situation. It was compounded though by the lack of fight from certain players who just love to moan and swear at anyone they could. Number 4,7,8 and 11 spring to mind. We have quality in Craig Rand, should be playing higher, build the team round him. Having been encouraged to hear that things were looking up I was sadly disappointed and upset that people who are employed to represent the town are not willing to fight and maybe just not good enough to take us a step further. I never write comments but this has got to be addressed if this town is to have a successful football club worth watching for that amount of money. We can do it, just be ruthless and blunt, some are not good enough
Number 1.. the �10 charge is FA bound. The club cannot charge any less. end of.(ps I dont like it either)
number 2.. We will always have a prob with officials, as do the premiership.
Number 3.. complaining about players comitment by stating their numbers perhaps shows you arent that commited either or you would be able to use their names!!!
Number 4. I do agree rutheless and blunt may be the way but if not good enough doesnt work, youth not experienced and not good enough wont either. This is non league football and non league money.
and just to end it all. I cant believe we lost to Bognor!!!! another twenty down the swanny.(86.149.189.77)
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[14/02/2009 20:31:03] villan wrote:
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Thought the guys were really unlucky today. Andy Gurney has them playing the right way, and there will be days where we play worse and win, just like Bognor did. Green was outstanding today - my only gripe, let Marvin Brown start with Manny Williams and lets see what happens. Well done though.(78.150.11.240)
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[11/02/2009 17:43:39] Delboy wrote:
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Great to see the commitment of some of our best players by contract (and Compton), things must be good in the dressing room for them to do this, so well done to Andy and his team.(86.163.115.148)
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[08/02/2009 15:07:46] mick wrote:
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Please could you arrange for your youth game against mangotsfield to be played on friday 27th march as we are nine Hayes supporters spending the weekend in weston for saturdays game. I am sure you could do with the extra bar takings.(92.40.151.127)
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[02/02/2009 12:09:55] BIG TREV. wrote:
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In response to �anonymous� I would like to ask:-What is wrong with the current system for the Player of the Month award?
�Anonymous� also says �Rand was injured for most of December�-Weston played three games in December and Rand played for 85 minutes against Maidenhead United, 90 minutes against Bishop�s Stortford and 90 minutes against Team Bath.
Perhaps if you have got an issue with the award�s, you should use your proper name and take it up with the Awards administrator. (80.193.69.13)
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[02/02/2009 09:16:08] Upset Football Fan wrote:
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Having walked to the ground in anticipation of a good game of football, I was shocked to be charged �10 first of all especially in this economic situation. Then to have to watch a referee love the sound of his own whistle and voice didnt help the situation. It was compounded though by the lack of fight from certain players who just love to moan and swear at anyone they could. Number 4,7,8 and 11 spring to mind. We have quality in Craig Rand, should be playing higher, build the team round him. Having been encouraged to hear that things were looking up I was sadly disappointed and upset that people who are employed to represent the town are not willing to fight and maybe just not good enough to take us a step further. I never write comments but this has got to be addressed if this town is to have a successful football club worth watching for that amount of money. We can do it, just be ruthless and blunt, some are not good enough.(62.25.109.197)
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[01/02/2009 15:30:47] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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A shame key players were missing as the balance of the team was upset against St.Albans. The performance was very ordinary and Weston were lucky to gain a point. The one they did get might be vital in their battle to avoid relegation again. The first quarter of an hour after the break showed the quality and determination that is evident in the club, albeit only in flashes.(80.20.21.223)
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[28/01/2009 14:03:44] seaside mafia wrote:
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why are the ticket prices so high this year, last season for me and my dad it would come to no more than �11 FOR BOTH OF US!?!?, now it would be ten pounds each which is just ridiculous. please write to us back at [email protected] cheers (62.171.194.12)
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[27/01/2009 15:38:03] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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Great performance, great result. All the players looked comfortable on the ball and where possible worked in triangles, moving the ball quickly and with accuracy. Good to see so many crosses of quality leading to the many scoring chances. (86.27.148.128)
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[26/01/2009 02:22:47] TERRY GURNEY wrote:
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Great birthday present you got from the lads Andy. Hope you didn't go "overboard" with the celebrations,there's training to look forward to !!!! Carry on the good work Andy and as you've always done,ignore the pessimists.Hey,the late Tam Burns would've been proud of you :)
(ANDY FOR PLAYER/MANAGER OF THE YEAR?)(81.104.130.43)
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[25/01/2009 23:05:23] Thommo wrote:
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Great result and great performance yesterday from the boys. Could have easily been 6 or 7. Manny up top looks quality and Adie Harris in the middle has been immense in his first two games. Keep it up boys. (82.7.12.192)
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[25/01/2009 19:22:08] anonymous wrote:
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I am sure this 'Player of the month' is rigged?! How Green has won it 3 times is beyond me and Rand was injured for most of December!!! Ridiculous.
There needs to be a new system put in place.
Sort it out!! (90.211.44.216)
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[25/01/2009 18:50:45] mattp wrote:
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what a performance on sat, never felt so proud of the boys, all the new signings deserved their standing ovations, Manny, u are the man, stay for the season, Ryan made sum outstanding saves, good on ya, mid table here we come! (81.157.137.65
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[23/01/2009 17:11:33] CLUBOFFICIAL wrote:
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Re:-JAMES JOHN PENDLETON.
James/John
Can you read your respective E-Mail's and respond accordingly please? (80.193.69.13)
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[17/01/2009 17:17:46] mattp wrote:
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we won!, we won a game!!!! yes!! staying up, staying up, staying up! (81.157.137.65)
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[14/01/2009 21:03:08] Steve wrote:
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Adie Harris looks like a great signing. Fair play to the board for backing the manager and paying out for a good quality, proven player. I look forward to seeing him play.(90.205.54.120)
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[08/01/2009 00:42:52] Terry Gurney wrote:
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in response to CANVEYLAD regarding Andy and his team mates, he does seem to have turned the team around since taking over as manager.
I'm sure the players are putting in the same effort as they did before Andy got the job.
I hate the expression "the manager has lost the dressing room"....could be that Andy makes training more enjoyable rather than being a better tactician than the previous manager,I know from experience that when you look forward to training sessions,that's carried on to the field. OK,so results recently haven't been "brilliant" but the team are now playing as a team,not trying to outshine each other.
Good luck Andy......oh,and happy 34th on 25th January.(81.104.130.43)
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[06/01/2009 16:09:21] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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Shame about the last two results. The Seagulls deserved something from the Team Bath and Hampton matches.At least there is an attempt to use the whole width of the pitch, a credit to both Andy and Chris. There seems to be a greater belief in the skills of each player and their job in the team. The team is much as we would have liked all season but we feel that Marvin should be paired with the potentionally excellent Scott while Marc McGregor and the under-used Darren Mullens should be ball players in the centre of midfield. The signs are encouraging so stick with it.(82.2.93.2)
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[04/01/2009 19:51:30] Observer 2 wrote:
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Whilst not wishing to become involved in a ridiculous war of words on this website, my question regarding a visit to the hospital by the players - my question was simply 'a question' from a supporter, nothing more nothing less - and for that reason it has everything to do with me thank you, the response (if an official response) was not the sort of response that I would have expected - nothing less than childish to be honest and dare I say it, hardly likely that the manager of Wells City would written that. (90.240.102.198)
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[03/01/2009 19:07:38] mattp wrote:
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another disappointing game, referee was shocking. game never should've have gone ahead anyway, u could hear the players boots on the soil, must've been like concrete. Think we need some competition for Ryan, he was at fault for a couple of the goals and he's looking sloppy this season. On the plus side, scotty partridge looked class, gurneys signings have been really good, now he just needs to mould a team out of them for the relegation dogfight ahead! Comedy award goes to ashan for spending more time slipping over than on his feet! (86.154.1.244)
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[02/01/2009 21:56:58] Trev wrote:
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As a Sheffield FC supporter can I wish Scott Partridge our very best wishes for his future success with your club. Although he only spent half a season with us "up north", his class was quickly plain for all to see. His record with us in the Unibond was to score 17 goals (7 league and 10 Cup) and that is no mean feat. Good luck Scott (86.26.205.74)
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[29/12/2008 18:20:36] Potter wrote:
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Just heard we have signed Rob Duffy from Newport
Is this good or bad ?
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[23/12/2008 16:27:55] Tim Moxey wrote:
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In response to Observer 2:
What has it got to do with you though anyway ?
The Hospital where approached but did not find or could not come back to us with a date that they where Happy With. (80.193.69.13)
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[19/12/2008 09:09:41] Observer2 wrote:
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No Christmas visit to the hospital by the players this year then? (82.110.109.208)
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[14/12/2008 14:12:23] lennon wrote:
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i love this after i play this club at FIFA MANAGER 09 .... anf i has whatched this team game (60.52.33.197)
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[07/12/2008 15:27:27] Barry wrote:
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Just trying to find out who had a Weston flag in the Olympic stadium in Berlin for the Germany v England match we was in the lower tier just in front of it.(80.0.81.17)
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[07/12/2008 11:36:29] Passing Optimist wrote:
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Good battling performance yesterday - had a bit of luck but could have nicked it if only Wellsy' tremendous shot had been a couple of inches lower. Hope Craig's injury's not too serious - he certainly tightened things up at the back - and that we continue to show the same determined attitude in weeks to come.(79.75.149.12)
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[06/12/2008 19:09:39] Chris Selway wrote:
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Mat Minnus given the right support at the club would do well at the standard.I have watched him several times.Not enough managers look at lower leagues as they are frightened that players will let them down when given the chance. Don't get carried away with the word 'standard' look at B**nley (please don't swear :) ) this week.I think cooper must have his head in the clouds (77.99.17.214)
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[06/12/2008 09:39:57] cooper wrote:
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Mat Minnus Is never good enough for this level. He would struggle in the league above Bradford. (90.208.149.241)
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[04/12/2008 23:24:27] CHRIS SELWAY wrote:
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HAVE A LOOK AT MAT MINNUS BRADFORD TOWN HE IS SCORING GOALS FOR FUN 6FOOT PLUS. STRONG AND QUICK.(77.99.17.214)
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[04/12/2008 17:57:56] Veteran Supporter wrote:
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Good luck to Andy Gurney a grear player at Swindon Town FC I am sure he can move the club forward,as I stated before I was never happy with the previous manager.(81.155.126.99)
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[04/12/2008 17:33:46] Steve wrote:
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Why doesn't Paul Bliss try and bring John Hollins to the club. He has just parted company with Weymouth. The guy has a proven track record and could really take Weston forward. (90.208.226.44)
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[03/12/2008 18:07:33] DarrenA wrote:
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Good luck Andy.....hope you get the club moving in the right direction.(86.158.134.239)
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[02/12/2008 16:53:01] longerjnr wrote:
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am delighted to see the end of ricketts, he did try his hardest but he ran out of ideas! am delighted ryan havard has come back! come on weston!!!!(86.158.132.38)
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[02/12/2008 16:01:50] Chris White wrote:
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Yesterday I posted on here and said it was unlikely I would attend the Woodspring Stadium again. After the events of yesterday evening I see no reason why I should not be there for the next home match.
I am sure WSM can't be as dire again ! ?(81.138.129.85)
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[01/12/2008 23:01:44] John Wes wrote:
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Congratulations to Andy. I'm sure that the supporters will all be behind him and the team. (78.145.66.170)
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[01/12/2008 21:43:19] james robinson wrote:
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thank god the bloke has gone.I never disliked the man but to keep him in the job would sound the death sentence for the remainder of the season.Good luck to Andy Gurney.He has the respect of the players and thats a crucial factor at this moment in time. (193.113.48.9)
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[01/12/2008 21:00:53] Rowse wrote:
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I think it's a shame to see Ricketts go. He was doing the best he could with very limited resources. I think it's appalling when it seem the players don't have the heart and bottle to stand up and fight for the team and the manager, regardless of whether Ricketts "lost" the dressing room, inept performances from players are the main reason for a season of underachievement (77.102.165.247)
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[01/12/2008 11:47:37] Chris White wrote:
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Had my first visit to the new stadium on Saturday and what a match to choose. I can't believe how inept WSM were and if this is the dross that is served up most weeks then a change of Manager is surely overdue ?
I live 2 miles away from the ground and the standard of football I witnessed on Saturday does not fill me with the intention to come again.
A good stand behind the goal though would grace many a League 2 or Conference club though(81.138.129.85)
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[30/11/2008 09:54:59] DarrenA wrote:
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I agree with the previous statement.After yesterdays performance which was shocking the manager must go.He has lost the dressing room which i'm sure the powers that be will deny but if you follow football it was plain to see.We need a new direction to try and stop this slids.(86.139.140.231)
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[29/11/2008 20:40:03] james robinson wrote:
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its time the manager held up his hand and said its time to go. Its obvious to everyone that the players do not wish to play for him.We need to bring in a new manager before things get worse and we get sucked into the the relegation zone. (193.113.57.165)
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[29/11/2008 14:43:44] DarrenA wrote:
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Good luck Ryan wherever you end up....Hope you are valued more than you are at Weston.(86.139.140.231)
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[28/11/2008 09:34:13] Passing Guest wrote:
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Yet again a posting has not been published. If the Club does not wish to receive 'have your say' postings then please close this section of the website. There was no malice in the previous posting, merely a view expressed and an invitation for the Club's real supporters to air their views on the point raised. (195.93.21.35) (Admin - It's up now for all to see, )
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[27/11/2008 15:35:47] Dave wrote:
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Infairness the petrol to Bradford from WSM would be about �60 round trip so could get costly986.133.141.249)
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[27/11/2008 13:13:08] Passing Guest wrote:
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I have just read the Manager's in depth interview and it seems to confirm the rumours that he has lost the dressing room and just cannot get the best out of his players. How do others read this as if my impression is right we have another long struggle to contend with for the rest of the season!(195.93.21.35)
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[26/11/2008 13:36:03] Max Wilkinson - Weston Mercury wrote:
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Dear all,
The Mercury is changing the way it covers Weston. From now on, match reports will be put on the website - http://www.westonmercury.co.uk - on Monday mornings.
The paper will feature a more newsy section with reaction to the previous weekend's game, a look ahead to the next fixture and a club roundup.
Pick up a copy to see.
If you have any suggestions, email [email protected]
Come on Seagulls,
Max(206.132.97.4)
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[25/11/2008 13:54:56] Rich wrote:
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So how is hte club going to justify such stupid prices for a Conference South team with Bradford City offering season tickets at �99?(141.163.199.4)
Then everyone wonders after breaking ties with every possible source of income and support why this club gets such poor attendances.
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[24/11/2008 09:27:17] Not all doom and gloom wrote:
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My last message should have said 3 other Conference South teams lost at home ( not 4) and 2 away.(62.239.159.5)
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[24/11/2008 08:49:22] Not all doom and gloom wrote:
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Ok we lost and how long is it since we won a cup game?! The loss of winnings ( as with the FA Cup game )is really diappointing.
However, note that Conference South clubs results on Saturday were generally poor - with I think 6 others losing to lower league opposition ( 4 at home and 2 away) and another 4 could only draw at home. It's no real consolation but perhaps the doom and gloom merchants should not be so despondent and critical of the team and management - they're not doing so badly beraing in mind, as has already been pointed out in an earlier post, that they were red-hot favourites to finish bottom of the league before the season started.(62.239.159.5)
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[23/11/2008 12:28:07] ianrobrich wrote:
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Disappointing result against AFC Sudbury. Although we played some nice football at times there is a lack of creativity in midfield. Also who was leading team? Team needs to get together and find some confidence as there appears to be a lack of it on the field. Shame we had a name collecting official on pitch, spoilt the game for me. Anyway, the only way is up :-)(865.170.64.181)
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[23/11/2008 11:10:19] DarrenA wrote:
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Please do the decent thing Mr Ricketts before the club really get into trouble.The team needs new ideas.I'm sure the last thing you need is the fans to turn on you.You've done your best mate.(86.139.140.231)
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[23/11/2008 08:45:45] Gutted seagull fan wrote:
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Time to go Mr Ricketts!!!! We've all had enough now.(90.208.226.44)
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[20/11/2008 09:01:37] SWEEPER wrote:
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Hard to believe that Weston fans were gloating over Clevedon's defeat to Portishead, only to cop out against A Toolstation outfit themselves! I am sure that there is a moral there somewhere...(81.133.121.132)
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[19/11/2008 15:43:40] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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What a pathetic performance against Brislington. Weston either looked disinterested or in a state of sleep-walking and the visitors were given the chance to get a result that they could only dream about! Where was their pride? The county cup should be considered important. Just look at the teams who have won it :
Bath City, Bristol City and Rovers, Yeovil and even the likes of Frome Town and Minehead! In 60 years Weston have never lifted the trophy. Brislington wanted their win and come the end,thoroughly deserved it.(81.107.71.25)
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[17/11/2008 06:53:43] Dmitry Pivnenko wrote:
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Hi all...
I hope this season will finish with promotion!!!)))
Be brave and fight till the end!!!
GOOD LUCK!!!
one of few russian fans of WSM... dmitry)))(81.211.32.120)
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[14/11/2008 17:11:49] canveylad wrote:
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In answer to Terry, If oyu are related to Andy Gurney then I suggest you ask him about the results and the backing Ricketts gets or doesnt get form his players.
I know Andy is respected but I shall say no more...(86.144.149.144)
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[09/11/2008 10:40:21] Steve wrote:
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Just in case anyone doesn't know... Weston have got there own page on the revamped official blue square website. Type this link into your web browser - http://www.bluesqsouth.com/team/0,21424,13062,00.html (90.205.54.48)
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[04/11/2008 16:59:11] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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We should have had at least a draw against Bath City. The first half was appalling apart from the effort by McKeever. Why, when there was so much talent left on the bench, were the substitutions left so late? (82.2.57.38)
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[29/10/2008 23:39:31] TERRY GURNEY wrote:
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I've just read all the posts from the start of the season and up to the most recent ones.
Seems my wifes cousin is correct in that fans a very fickle lot.
Lee Glover took Granthan to the first round of the FA Cup,something that hadn't been achieved since Martin O'Neill was manager there,but that wasn't good enough for the fans.
Maybe the one's having a go at the management team....with lots of experience in the top tier....should be given 4 weeks to try and do a better job.
I played pro football myself and it gets me mad when I hear fans criticising managers and coaches after a couple of poor results no matter how well the team performs.
It's the same with the top clubs. Gordon Strachan has taken Celtic to three league titles since he became manager,something no manager has achieved since Jock Stein,yet they STILL want him out.....reached the last 16 in the Champions league 2 years running....not bad for a "small club" in european terms,so get of your managers back and let him get on with the job he's paid to do....MANAGE!!! (A FRUSTRATED EX FOOTBALLER)(81.104.129.216)
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[24/10/2008 20:12:48] Peter wrote:
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(90.207.163.67) Admin: Peter I have forwarded your message on. Thank you
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[23/10/2008 17:51:54] canveylad wrote:
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Think Andy needs to concentrate on staying on the field this week (86.166.150.8)
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[22/10/2008 20:44:26] TERRY GURNEY wrote:
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To get more supporters along,why not do follow the example of players, from other era's who played in the football league? I remember as a youth player at chelsea ending up at Hastings Utd and one of my Hastings team mates,a local lad,went in the opposite direction and got Chelsea fans from the east sussex area to get along to THE PILOT FIELD if they couldn't make it to away games that Chelsea were involved in....same in Scotland with Celtic fans going to watch the local semi pro team and Rangers fans going to their local rivals in the same area.....maybe Andy could get some Swindon,Torquay,or Swansea and Reading fans...if there are any in the area,to come along to the home games to boost income,or if playing away near any of these places,to get the locals along to back Weston. Maybe the money would go to the home club,but at least you'd have extra support behind your team at away game, Example...Celtic fans in the Colchester area go to watch the local team because Paul Lambert,ex celtic captain,is now manager.
Worth a try???(81.104.129.216)
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[21/10/2008 14:00:01] Nick H wrote:
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Weston were robbed against Newport on Monday night, vastly improved performance from when last at the Woodspring ( for cup game ).
A visitor from Hastings came along with us, very impressed!
Thew ref - where did he find 10mins injury time from! (62.73.129.71)
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[21/10/2008 09:24:55] Dave wrote:
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No reports on last nights game? How did we play?(86.162.205.45)
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[13/10/2008 20:26:30] LOVE THE CLUB. wrote:
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In response to mattp:
Paid and free advertising has been covered on here before and the club can not to afford to speculate with paid advertising that has no guaranteed results.
resources.
mattp said-"As for attendance, i saw a printing company that would do 10,000 leaflets for �155!! hand them out in the town centre and suddenly 10,000 people know that weston have a football club! maybe include a coupon on it for further incentive, theres hundreds of ideas out there so lets be having them !!"-If you pay for the leaflets and we get at least another �155 on the gate as a result then i will promise to pay you �310.
It is alright coming up with ideas but it is another thing getting off your behind and actually putting them in to action.
The club has far too many "talkers".
It needs "dooers" not "talkers". (217.44.233.171)
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[13/10/2008 19:57:29] LOVE THE CLUB wrote:
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IN RESPONSE TO KEITH:
So far Keith you have had three responses in favour of segregating every game and none against.-This surely gives you at least some indication?
The people responding are your fans, your target audience and if you want them to keep attending then you need to listen to them.
I havent experienced much "crack" as you put it with opposition supporters at all this season, infact far from it. Intimidation and confrontational behaviour is more in keeping what i have seen from opposition supporters.
You worry about not being "welcoming" by giving opposition supporters an open terrace yet we rarely gey a warm welcome away from home and frequently are subjected to open terrace.
Perhaps "beefing" up the stewards is not the answer, Perhaps you should infact make the ones that you have got effective!!!!
I heard 3 tannoy calls for stewards to the main stand on Monday Night before any further ones made there way to the scene and when they did they were casually walking not sprinting and showing no urgencey.
Must of been of particular concern for the one brave steward on hand who was basically hung out to dry by his colleagues.
One final point for you Keith, Why were the Taunton Hooligans involved in the fighting allowed to remain in the ground at the opposite end of the ground to watch the remainder of the game?? (217.44.233.171)
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[12/10/2008 18:31:44] mattp wrote:
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we love u Ricketts!! keep up the good work, great job with appalling resources. As for attendance, i saw a printing company that would do 10,000 leaflets for �155!! hand them out in the town centre and suddenly 10,000 people know that weston have a football club! maybe include a coupon on it for further incentive, theres hundreds of ideas out there so lets be having them !!(86.164.88.237)
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[11/10/2008 09:29:01] Football Fan wrote:
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Visited the Woodspring last Monday night to watch the somerset cup game. It was a good game but ruined by the fighting in the stands and the atmosphere outside after the game. Would the club please make a statement of how they attend to stop a similar issue in the future. (82.32.148.188)
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[10/10/2008 23:27:44] Steve wrote:
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Segregation has got to be the way forward. I have also been witness to some unsavoury incidents on the "terrace" at weston and having my 6 year old son with me has had me quite worried at times. I can't understand why segregation isn't already in place? (90.205.54.131)
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[10/10/2008 20:30:28] Keith wrote:
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Love the Club suggests segregating every game. This is, of course possible but destroys the 'crack of meeting and mixing with rival supporters which is such a big part of the non league game. Also to commit visitors to open terraces with no cover or seats is not welcoming - our supporters would not like similar treatment when we go away. We are beefing up our stewarding and we are beginning a collection of video evidence which will lead to trouble makers being banned soon which should help somewhat.(91.125.24.34)
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[10/10/2008 10:02:44] Seagull Sid wrote:
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I am suprised at how negative TR has been in is latest interview when talking about people wanting him out? Who is he reffering to behind the scenes??(86.162.205.45)
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[09/10/2008 12:12:08] LOVE THE CLUB wrote:
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I think segreegating every game may well be the answer.
There have been a number of regretable and unsavoury incidents over the past couple of seasons and they appear to be on the increase.
It is not the clubs fault but in answer to Keith YES I think they should segregate every game as they do in the Blue Square Premier. (80.193.69.13)
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[08/10/2008 17:09:23] Keith wrote:
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Passing guest writes that the club needs to review it's admission and stewarding procedures. It would be helpful if he/she could suggest how this might be done. Yes there were a lot of unusual faces but do we turn away new supporters? In my view the stewards did an excellent job in quelling the trouble and separating the two factions and, other than segregating at every match, I cannot see a way to improve the problem. HELPFUL suggestions will be seriously considered (91.125.24.34)
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[08/10/2008 10:55:14] worle wrote:
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hi. just wondering if arron wilson is coming back after his job on the cruise. whens he coming back and if he actually is (79.76.128.138)
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[07/10/2008 10:58:25] Passing Guest wrote:
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It concerns me greatly that we should experience the unacceptable thug behaviour at our club for a Somerset County FA Competition fixture when a relatively small crowd attended the game. I do hope the Club will take this seriously and review it's admission and stewarding procedures in an effort to alleviate for the future. An official statement from the Club would be appreciated by us true supporters on this subject.(195.93.21.35)
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[06/10/2008 16:38:26] Mark Seagulls. wrote:
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A great result.The club didn't deserve to be a goal down but their score was again from sloppy defending.The formation that started worked well with a good left-sided balance, Mullins looking the part up front and Gurney showing the midfield how it should be done.(82.12.248.53)
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[05/10/2008 18:50:06] Barry wrote:
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Come on Weston we are mid table i did expect us to be around the bottom at this time of the season, lets make sure we dont to fall down the league.(80.0.81.59)
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[05/10/2008 13:46:14] ws wrote:
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just have to say that the goal from thurrocks midfielder jon docker was out of this world!! would love to see a player of his quality at our club.(86.129.59.247)
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[04/10/2008 21:59:52] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Well done today as it could have been different result after conceeding needless freekick, resulting in Thurrocks goal. Team looked more up for a battle and got result they deserved. Finishing needs work as wasted several chances, back four looked solid, Ludovic had good game at left back.
Few more results like that and we can look at promotion :-)(86.159.27.211)
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[02/10/2008 17:38:44] MARK SEAGULLS wrote:
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Just to reply to the last comment. Sorry about our insensitive remark. We hope Stuart is on the mend and wish the best for Weston on Saturday against Thurrock.(86.27.176.158)
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[01/10/2008 17:47:49] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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Is the club too embarrassed to post match reports on the website? They should be on there, win or lose.(86.26.66.223) Admin- Hi, Mark. Stuart Marshall usually supplies the match reports for the Website. But has been seriously ill. Obviously if any one is interested in writing the match reports while stuart gets better. They can drop me a line or leave a messege on here.
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[30/09/2008 22:27:03] Seagulls till I die wrote:
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Very disapointing cup result!! Although I think that it is too soon to start calling for Rickett's head, I think that it's only a matter of time. Is he getting the full respect of the players at the moment? Saturday's performance makes me wonder.(90.205.54.131)
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[29/09/2008 19:26:20] Mark Wederell wrote:
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�10 was a travesty for such a poor display, would rather have watched the GAS!! Watching Mark McKeever shaking his head as he walked away from the ground said it all.(86.158.207.236)
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[28/09/2008 10:38:06] tig wrote:
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once again i wasted �10.00 (86.26.56.241)
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[28/09/2008 09:45:21] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Oh well, yet another disappointing result. I know Cedric got injured in warm up but it should not excuse the woeful defending in the first half. Gifting three goals to Chesham was a joke but it was good to see Tony sort it out in the second half. A lot more solid performance, we looked more solid with 3 at the back than with 4 which shows something. If the finishing could have been better may have got something from the game but were always playing catch up. Hopefully Cedric will be fit for next game as we look short of decent cover in defence. Will still keep cheering the team on though!!(86.161.112.45)
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[28/09/2008 09:37:03] Miffed Season Ticket Holder wrote:
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Is it just me? I forked out my tenner yesterday(cup matches aren't covered by my season ticket) and was disgusted with the performance yesterday.
The whole team lacked lustre, passion and commitment. Frankly they should be ashamed and ask why they go out there if that is the best they can do.
No wonder crowds are getting smaller and there is no noise - we have nothing to get enthused about at the moment!
Simply not good enough - MUST try harder.(84.12.139.117)
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[28/09/2008 07:58:22] TeePee wrote:
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I can't understand why MacGregor is starting on the bench. The only time we look half decent up front is when he's playing. We've no one else of his ability to hold the ball up and bring other players into play. I know his fitness leaves a lot to be desired but a half fit MacGregor gives a lot more to the team than Marvin Brown. Unfortunately Marvin's contribution to the team seems to be less and less - he may as well have stayed in bed for the cup game as two shots on target and a couple of horrible mishits summed up a very mediocre game.(91.111.0.220)
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[27/09/2008 22:05:44] roy wrote:
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another first round defeat. what has the manager got against cup comps? why do we never field our strongest team. time for a change maybe? (81.131.39.47)
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[27/09/2008 17:54:40] Dave - Chesham Utd FC wrote:
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It appears that one of your supporters, who I'm sure you wouldn't support has left a nasty little mess in our forum!!! Tourettes is a terrible affliction and we hope he will soon get better with the support and love from of his helpers.....poor little love. PS good luck in the league (90.218.139.205)
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[27/09/2008 10:19:54] Keith wrote:
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to 'Should I attend'
Unfortunately our football is inconsistent so the only way is to come on down for 2 or 3 matches then judge if it is a good use of your time and money. Many of us think it is!(91.125.143.180)
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[26/09/2008 12:41:29] Passing Guest wrote:
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The silence is deafening! I've said it all before but nothing really changes does it? Hope we get good result Saturday as we need to make some serious money out of the FA Cup competition. (195.93.21.35)
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[26/09/2008 10:33:40] Should I attend ? wrote:
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Lived in Weston for the last 7 years and been to the old ground once to watch a New Years Day match against Merythr.
Thinking of becoming a regular and wonder how the football compares with the Blue Square Premier on Setanta ?
Fancy the FA Cup tomorrow (81.138.129.85)
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[22/09/2008 13:28:17] Mark Seagulls wrote:
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Beaten by the better team.Chelmsford were quicker to the ball, running off the ball, being available to receive the ball and finally, passing the ball to THEIR players!Enough said.(86.27.131.179)
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[22/09/2008 09:42:50] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Thought Chelmsford were one of best teams I've seen this season. Passing and speed of movement very impressive. Thank God their finishing was not so good, however, second Goal was a beaut.
Hopefully Weston can learn from the experience, seemed very slow in the build up, long balls were won by Chelmsford's two centre backs consistantly, where was the wide play?
Our left back looked exposed on numerous occasions, something to work on in training.
Was pleased that team did not give up though and what a wonderful set piece goal, well done. (86.167.17.245)
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[21/09/2008 20:52:15] DarrenA wrote:
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First home defeat of the season so can't really grumble but i must admit it was a bit of a lesson in pass and move football.City looked sharp and hungrier than Weston.A blip in what will hopefully be a good season.
A point about the false announcement from the Weston player about the game being cancelled,it was rather childish and uncalled for.I believe it was Marc McGregor.
A small fine i reckon.(86.139.80.100)
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[15/09/2008 15:27:58] Glen J. wrote:
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In response to david k i do not think there is much more that the club can do in terms of "free advertising".
I think the press coverage, interview's etc is ten times better than this time lasy year." (80.193.69.13)
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[13/09/2008 21:25:21] Barry wrote:
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What happened at Bromley lets not start a run out of hell.(80.0.82.105)
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[13/09/2008 16:46:50] DarrenA wrote:
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In response to davidk the kids do get in for free if they join the seagull club which my son did through the fundays football training.(86.139.252.89)
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[11/09/2008 20:59:58] david k wrote:
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I think �10 is quite dear to get into this level of football.What happened to all kids under 16 get in free when they accompany an adult- surely this would boost the attendance.On the issue of publicity paid advertising costs a lot of money so you have to get loads of free advertising as much as possible.A competition in the mercury and free newspapers occasionally would not go amiss.I think the club has had a great start to the season and I am sure if they can get into the top 6 they will have had a magnificent season.Come on you Seagulls!!!(81.109.244.93)
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[10/09/2008 13:04:30] Glen J. wrote:
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Keith responding to Steve and mattp misses the point really.
They may be good idea's but the one's suggested by Steve and mattp involve laying out cash which i don't believe the club can justify.
In terms of free publicity i believe the club does a great job in the local media and the press coverage that we receive is certainley better than last year and better than anything i can remember in the past 20 years!(80.193.69.13)
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[09/09/2008 18:08:37] Barry wrote:
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After watching England in Barcelona which was boring as usual, it was nice to get a text to say Weston had got a point at Wombleland, when i hear people moan about Weston i think all that money the England players are paid do they give better entertainment than Weston, i think not.(80.0.80.142)
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[09/09/2008 14:01:42] Keith wrote:
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Whilst being grateful for good advice, perhaps people posting them could remember that the club is run by a handful of hard working volunteers. As such their time and energy are limited and although good ideas may come forward there is just not the people power and energy to implement them.
We need true fans (like AFC Wimbledon!) who are prepared to put some effort into the Club they support.
There is real concern that the ageing volunteers have few successors when they eventually 'fall off their perch' You want things to happen in the club? Come on in and make them happen!(91.125.35.85)
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[05/09/2008 23:11:49] Steve wrote:
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I totally agree with mattp. The club could do so much more to advertise fixtures and promote the club in general. As I suggested once before, why don't the club speak to Weston College's marketing students and see if they can come up with some ideas. It probably wouldn't even cost the club as the college could do it as an assignment.(90.200.165.237)
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[05/09/2008 12:43:55] mattp wrote:
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Regarding attendance, maybe if you advertised the games more people would turn up, i mean its gotta be worth a shot! Billboards, full page ads in the local papers, bus shelters, half of weston probably don't even know we have a football team in a decent division!(194.201.1.109)
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[04/09/2008 07:56:10] Passing Non-Pessimist wrote:
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Can anyone tell me - is impatient "Loyal Fan" related to "Passing Guest"?!
Some people are never happy are they?
Ok, we could have been nearly top of the league by now, were it not for the 3 home draws but who would have honestly thought before the start of the season that we'd be in a comfortable ( at the moment!)top-half of the table position - certainly not the bookies who had us down at 13/8 hot favourites not just to be relegated but to finish bottom! Keep the faith, be positive - or, if there's not enough to be critical of, perhaps consider taking your support elsewhere - Thurrock anyone???!!! (62.239.159.6)
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[02/09/2008 16:20:10] DarrenA wrote:
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Enjoyed the game last night played in trying conditions.For the first time this season in my opinion weston looked a little nervous and the pressure finally told with the equaliser.Weston didn't deserve to lose the game and a draw was a fair result.Ben Wells for me was superb,is there a fitter player at the club?
Can anyone tell why we had a goal chalked off?
The ref for me was a little too whistle happy for me but overall,�10.00 well spent.(86.139.138.9)
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[02/09/2008 13:29:20] Passing fan wrote:
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Coach 2 Eastleigh in the cup i say(88.106.52.189)
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[01/09/2008 13:51:53] DarrenA wrote:
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A draw from the jaws of victory on saturday and if i'm honest i was right behind the disallowed goal and couldn't see why the ref chalked it off but didn't complain when he did.Weston are playing great football,mixing it up with on the deck football but with the long ball thrown in every now and again.
Hopefully they can put in a good performance tonight(mon) against Eastleigh.
A quick point about the fans attendance.Going by the Worcester attendance and BP's estimate of only 60/80 away fans at the game last week and saturdays attendance and away fans where have almost 180 home fans gone in one week.(86.139.138.9)
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[01/09/2008 13:45:47] loyal fan wrote:
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have your say, but if we dont like the truth we will censore it, so u cant really have ur say then. hence my last posting hasnt appeared(88.106.230.206) (Admin - You will notice your comments are now on display for all to read.)
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[01/09/2008 13:22:19] Mark Seagulls. wrote:
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Why, after a really good first half, did the manager make so many unnecessary and ultimately pointless {excuse the pun! } changes? Taking both wingers off was a mistake as we were left with no pace or guile up front. The team just asked to be attacked by a confidence-lacking opposition and that indeed was what happened. Two points lost and s similar situation looming to last season if poor decisions are made again.(82.2.121.226)
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[31/08/2008 22:08:30] wsm wrote:
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how come the website is not updated that quick now. last season results and match reports was publish either that day or the day after. thanks (79.76.164.98)(Admin - We've had a few hiccups at the start of this season, but I'm sure it will be back on track soon)
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[31/08/2008 11:38:26] loyal fan wrote:
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were all entittled to our say am i right. well id like to tell u about Ricketts RICKETTS. V Bishop storford we got a result, poor game but as it was the first of the season both sides looked nervous. Havant W, They under estimated us, we caught them cold, take nothing away from us that day everybody worked their socks off, great team effort and it was nice to see the young lad Havard get his first goal. Hampton and Rich, We went there proberly a little bit over confident and this time we got caught cold, gurns had to play at back because cedric turned up late, Ricketts quote later was, Gurns isnt a defender and i had to shuffle the team about, however Havard gave us a lifeline 2nd goal in 2 starts but we werent able to capitalise on that. v Worscester, first half we played well, then when they went down to 10 men we should have burried them, the chaces we had, thats why i cant understand why was Grubb and Havard was left on the bench with 10 minutes to go, to be honest those 2 lads had played well in the last 3 games and really couldnt see why they were dropped in the first place, 2 dropped points. Dorchester, good result, not entirely deserved,quite a dull game, the only thing really memorible thing was the fiasco trying to put our subs on,10 minutes, Grubb made his point, how many goals has he set up on a plate. Havard, holgate benched ?. V Maidenhead, worst team so far, team selection, few of us thought at the start of the day ricketts would make a few changes, cedric decides to turn up after 2pm and is in the starting line up, 3rd time now, obviousy fines not really having much effect is it. Marvin could of had no complaints if he"d been dropped today, not really had the best of starts to the season, and to be honest if he hadnt scored today against this lot then we got to be worried. 2-0 up and strollimg, now this is what really p-sses me off, who in their right mind takes off your best defender and put a player on in his place uve already commented on that really isnt a defender, sorry gurns, and then u take off 2 of our most attacking players and put on 2 holding players, Ricketts gave them license to attack us, Mcgregor and brown worked hard in that heat and the last thing they needed was our left back pumping the ball long, from what i have seen thats all he is caperable of, and he"s on a 2 year contract, wouldnt have anything to do with him working 4 you, Palmer 2 i believe, i understand the lad fromCardiff left yesterday, tactialy Mr Ricketts u cost us another 2pts, thats 4 so far, at the end of the season that could be the difference between us making the playoffs or us being relegated, so far i dont think uve played the players that have been the better players for us, we are already a small squad the last thing we need is players leaving because they dont feel there not getting there oppotunities, (90.210.183.215)
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[30/08/2008 21:10:36] jon pendleton wrote:
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weston v maidenhead,2-2
great performance lads, well done (86.29.128.124)
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[28/08/2008 14:27:26] Observer2 wrote:
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...don't always agree with your statements Darren A, but you made an effective and valid statement before and the response you got was certainly uncalled for, and was more suited to the unofficial site.(82.109.66.144)
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[28/08/2008 13:32:19] DarrenA wrote:
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Really enjoyed the Youth match last night.A nine goal thriller with Weston on the wrong end of a 6-3 defeat.Some great attacking football from both teams.(86.139.138.9)
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[28/08/2008 10:03:02] Keith wrote:
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Jon Thanks for your concern about the gates. You will see from the gate box price sign that we have formed a 'Seagulls Club'when kids can get in free; this is being canvassed through schools and junior football clubs. We do try!
Somersetfa2. Please make yourself known then I can explain to you the principles of stewarding rather than hiding behind a nom de plume (91.125.254.115)
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[26/08/2008 17:32:55] Darren A wrote:
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Steady on there tiger.If my calculations were wrong then i stand corrected but to sound off like that is uncalled for.Chill man. (86.139.138.9)
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[26/08/2008 12:40:41] Brian Potter wrote:
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IN RESPONSE TO DARREN A:
Worcester brought a fair number of fans-approximateley but certainley no more than 60-80.
The crowd was 426 so we were NOT "Outnumbered by away fanS".
Get your facts right before making throw away comments that are ill thought out and innacurate.(80.193.69.13)
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[25/08/2008 17:52:45] jon wrote:
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again more away fans singing than home fans!!!
get more through the gates,�10 entrance is too much.
get into schools and local football clubs give out tickets to these kids, they are the future for weston fans,allow these kids in for free with an adult,get entire local football clubs free entrance days,
we need more fans, (86.29.140.36)
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[25/08/2008 17:00:54] just me wrote:
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another win for the mighty weston. wats goin on!!!!(89.240.125.27)
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[24/08/2008 19:06:01] DarrenA wrote:
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What a great game of football at The Woodspring Stadium on saturday and if brutally honest,2 points dropped.As soon as City went down to 10 and Weston hadn't scored after the hour mark there should've been changes made to the team.Thats only my opinion and would not dare to critisise the manager.The second half perfoermance was superb,the passing and movement was the best i've seen in a while by The Seagulls.
Only negative for me was being out numbered by away fans.Too be honest i can't see what else the club can do to get people through the gates.
I also agree with the Worcester fans message.Songs about our pier are uncalled for and should've been dealt with by the home stewards in my opinion.
Keep it up W-s-M,great start. (86.139.138.9)
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[24/08/2008 16:54:15] somerset fa 2 wrote:
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yet more innefective stewarding on saturday
worcester fans spoiling for a fight
intimidating and goading behaviour towardsthe weston supporters
they also had glass in the ground and the stewards just stood and watched
NOT GOOD ENOUGH (86.146.136.226)
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[23/08/2008 20:07:22] Worcester Fan wrote:
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Hello, Just like to say good game today and that i saw a couple of our fans being totally inapropraite, singing songs about weston pier burning. just like to say they are not supporters at all.
Thanks for such a great game
A Worcester Fan Aged 13(92.11.32.84)
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[23/08/2008 19:29:43] Mark Seagulls formerly TNFTS and TNFFLS. wrote:
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An excellant first half against Worcester City.The ball was moved around the pitch with pace and improved precision.However, why were the substitutions made so late? With only 10 men on the pitch City were there for the taking. They hadn't reorganised and Weston should have hit them with the speed of Dean Grubb. A wasted opportunity. (82.14.91.28)
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[21/08/2008 19:56:30] elliott wrote:
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how old do you have to be to join he youth team of weston super mare i really want to. (89.242.4.45)
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[19/08/2008 17:14:26] Brian Potter wrote:
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(In response to "theboss")
He was not to bad.
Seemed to be a mate of Stuart Slater's or at least travel up with him if memory serves me correctly?!
ANY IDEA'S WHAT HAPPENED TO HIM AND WHAT HE IS DOING NOW?(80.193.69.13)
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[19/08/2008 13:09:34] theboss wrote:
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i understand you used to have a turkish forward by the name of Tunsall what was he like??(86.21.160.205)
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[17/08/2008 21:10:07] Teneamumvesia wrote:
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I'm new here, just wanted to say hello and introduce myself.(68.186.233.71)
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[14/08/2008 17:24:24] sparky wrote:
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Congratulations to Tony and the boys on a fabulous start, although we all understand caution is the watchword after the last two years!
Just to say a preview and review service of local games can be found now at www.sportywest.com Please visit it regularly and I look forward to seeing you t Woodspring soon. Regards Parky(88.111.240.85)
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[12/08/2008 20:10:28] Martin from Serbia wrote:
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Great start of the season guys. Keep up the good work! :)(78.30.178.11)
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[11/08/2008 21:29:09] passing guest wrote:
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Great couple of wins weston!
Ricketts has made some great signings during the summer, they are doing weston proud! Reckon Mullings, Brown and Havard will be the ones to watch this season.
Keep it up!(90.208.177.155)
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[11/08/2008 14:46:24] Darren A wrote:
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1 Question and 1 Statement.
Q.Are all football shirts priced the same in the club shop?
S.I thought the guy who did the announcements at saturdays game was a vast improvement.He was clear and everything he said i understood.(86.149.9.192)
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[10/08/2008 22:23:40] Abbo wrote:
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terrific win lads (91.109.191.188)
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[10/08/2008 17:30:07] positive wrote:
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hey passing guest anything positive to say on yesterdays preformance,well done lads keep it up.(86.140.170.178)
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[09/08/2008 19:17:05] Darren A. wrote:
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Great performance today from The Seagulls. Weston deserved the win overall but could've been different with some dodgy refereeing descisions.The winning free kick was a stunner which soon shut the away fans up who cruely sang "your going down like your pier".Only downer for me was the low attendance,185,maybe the weather had something to do with it.Anyway,keep it up Weston.(86.147.150.186)
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[09/08/2008 17:15:58] Barry wrote:
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Great start Weston keep it up.(80.0.80.52)
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[08/08/2008 12:42:54] Passing Non-Pessimist wrote:
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Dean Grubb must have had Passing Guest in mind when he referred to some of our negative fans in his recent interview. Lighten up PG and give the club ( from the Manager and players down to the website manager)a break.
Who knows how well, or not, we'll do this season but at least the club as a whole can be seen to be trying to do their best within their limited
( compared to others at this level) resources - and bearing in mind the constraints on their time - we are after all a part-time club.
Best of luck to the lads for tomorrow and the rest of the season.(62.239.159.6)
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[05/08/2008 11:28:28] Passing Guest wrote:
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Why the silence over the Paulton pre-season defeat when a win over lesser Caldicot is posted almost immediately. All we fans ask for is staightforward information, good or bad and some honest opinions from the manager and club officials. We all have the club at heart and want it to succeed so avoid spinning news and tell it as it is. (195.93.21.35)
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[04/08/2008 22:29:05] Steve wrote:
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Good luck Weston, let's make it a good season this time around!!!! (90.200.165.69)
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[30/07/2008 20:43:17] Barry wrote:
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Good luck for the coming season Weston.(80.0.81.253)
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[23/07/2008 07:53:22] Jordan wrote:
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What are the next pre-season games... can you print them on to a page please(92.1.188.49)(Admin- Go to Fixtures, click on 2007-08 fixtures and scroll down, two left Gloucester and Caldicott, both away)
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[20/07/2008 20:55:46] Passing Guest wrote:
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Pre-season preparation is crucial especially following the past two seasons dismal showings. Why therefore we were fielding a 'makeshift Weston side' at this stage against Tiverton? It didn't seem to me that many players were missing so is this description a cover up of another poor showing. (195.93.21.35)
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[15/07/2008 09:51:42] Jersiais wrote:
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In reply to Somerset FA.
At the end of last season we lost over half of our complement of stewards, jobs/health.
I have tried two initiatives for more trained stewards but neither bore fruit so am now advertising for recruits but this will then involve training. We do try!(91.125.190.99)
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[14/07/2008 09:39:36] Somerset FA wrote:
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Again in an unoffical capacity, I was a guest of my friend to the Friday friendy against Exeter. Again I witnessed awful stewarding after scuffles, and a brawl in the stand with rival supporters. This is the 2nd time, in as many games, I have seen the crowd "allowed" to continue with foul abusive language fuelled behaviour, yet the "handful" of stewards dotted around the ground are happy to carry on watching the game as opposed to watching the crowd. We were stood next to a young family, that were subjected to disgusting behaviour, when they should have been enjoying a family evening out. Weston AFC, you need a number of measure in place here. A) Get some more stewards, and make sure the "safety steward" not "spectate", B) ensure that any trouble is dispersed and taken outside the ground, not just calmed down. Another suggestions maybe get some stewards who are actually fit to fufill the role, not a bunch of "kids" or "OAP that should be drawing his pension" If this persists to be a growing problem, I will be forced to make an offical compliant to the somerset FA. You and your club "bleat" that you don't have the support, or the finance, but when families are subjected to this torrent of violence, then you will never move forward as a decent club. Nice to see your financial director (ha) stand by and laugh whilst the brawl errupted! Very "director-ish of you Mr Macey"!
Not acceptable, get it sorted before its too late! (194.205.142.52)
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[09/07/2008 13:12:27] Passing Guest wrote:
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I was referring to the youngsters coming through from the youth ranks in my previous posting. Of course there are some experienced local based players but for what ever reason they appear to be overlooked by successive managers at our Club. Virtually all of them have had to 'go away' to gain their experience of Western League and above without any influence or control of W-s-M AFC!! There are one or two who would walk into the current side no trouble.(195.93.21.35)
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[04/07/2008 11:03:13] Peter Pan wrote:
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In response to Passing Guest-Can you not have "Experienced Locals" ?? (80.193.69.13)
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[03/07/2008 22:14:02] Ted wrote:
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I say a nice game against Clevedon or Taunton will do now get us ready 4 this year!(88.106.27.208)
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[03/07/2008 15:23:56] Passing Guest wrote:
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To compete at the level we are now at requires experienced players - the past two seasons has proved that. By all means bring on talented local players and seek to farm them out for experience or create a reserve side at the highest level we can for the same purpose. Youngsters whether local or not is not the solution to increasing attendances or form.(195.93.21.35)
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[03/07/2008 11:35:01] Steve k wrote:
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Where is the ambition ? Why not advertise more in the local paper . and get the kids in for a cheap price to fil up the ground better for better support .......(91.108.100.160)
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[02/07/2008 12:14:38] Keith wrote:
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As the club's short of money cant the club be able to persuade decent released bristol city players a la Harley to play for the club. Weston is local so they wont have to relocate and playing for the club will give them first team fitness.(81.154.66.250)
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[20/06/2008 19:38:59] brian smith wrote:
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I would like to say that,weston has had a lot of good players,but none so good and passionate as,Mr Rand.so take your time and do-not rush back. (84.67.228.59)
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[19/06/2008 12:02:41] Passing Guest wrote:
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Would the Manager like to update us on his targets for new players or at least positions he considers needy? Many have left with the only arrivals being Gurney and Hendy so far. This is 11 players including Wilson who apparently will not be available initially and excluding last year's youth team players invited to pre-season training. Where are the goals going to come from and will Rand actually be fit this season?(195.93.21.35)
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[19/06/2008 11:33:26] Gareth wrote:
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Is the club going to strenghten for next season? They need to as allow these players played well at the start of the season after new year and a few defeats their heads dropped and they lacked any grit or determination in almost all the remaining matchs!! Its one thing saying it in the dressing room compared to actually showing it out in the field!! The club shoud bring in some developed 25+ players from conference or league two to show the current squad how to play, relegation finish 2 years in a row is a joke for a club with a town population of 80,000!(86.149.169.84)
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[16/06/2008 21:42:31] Steve wrote:
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Hi there, when do our fixtures come out? I know that today (16th June) the premier league and football league fixtures came out.(90.203.249.49)Admin - I think its the begining of July.
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[10/06/2008 10:52:36] john wrote:
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SCOTT-are u serious ha ha (78.105.24.218)
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[05/06/2008 17:41:18] scott wrote:
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weston super mare could play westbromwich albion at the hawthorns from scott mobberley(92.235.78.217)
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[05/06/2008 14:32:21] shaun wrote:
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just wondering are you haveing any team try outs because i wanted to see if im good enough for the side (82.35.253.142)
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[05/06/2008 09:46:15] Read The News Page wrote:
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Re Ali: "I read the message board every day".
To stay in touch with the latest news you need to read the latest news page NOT The Message Board!! (80.193.69.13)
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[03/06/2008 19:25:01] Ali wrote:
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I knew that obviously, that is why I said any "more" friendlies i.e. against City, Yeovil maybe!! I read the message board every day as an avid Weston fan and hence find your message rather childish in regard to Weston supporters!!!(81.151.35.221)
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[03/06/2008 17:45:15] Read The News Page. wrote:
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To Ali:
The Club have 3 confirmed games against Football League opposition confirmed which is more than most!
Gurney has joined us.
Like so many others on this particular Message Board, You need to open your eyes and read The "Latest News" page on here!!!! (80.193.69.13)
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[03/06/2008 16:09:06] Ali wrote:
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When is the club going to be able to say if we have any more friendlies v football league opposition? Also when is the club going to startbringing in new players? I still don't know why Ujah as released, he was a top player!! (81.151.35.221)
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[31/05/2008 18:31:08] Fatih �etin wrote:
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i am from turkey learned weston from a pc game
i always choose them one day maybe we can see you in higher leagues and i am happy to seee you staying up(78.163.15.54)
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[31/05/2008 11:37:29] Barry wrote:
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Will Weston have a friendly with Bristol City again as the match last year was really enjoyable. It was great to see over 1000 fans at the Woodspring and i'm sure a considerable amount of money was raised. On this score will the club also be able to get fixtures with clubs like Bournemouth, Cardiff, Swindon and Cheltenham maybe as well as Rovers and Exeter? The amount of money raised by these lucrative friendlies must be almost as much as the club gets in it's entire regular season! (86.167.22.48)
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[30/05/2008 09:54:29] veteran supporter wrote:
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Very pleased to see that Weston have got out of jail once again,I do hope the manager and directors learn from this as I am sure they will not get another chance.
I am sure the appointment of Andy Gurney is a move in the right direction he was a great player at Swindon Town I am afraid I still doubts the manager but I do hope he proves me wrong, time will tell I still feel the directors of the club do not appreciate the average supporter who follows Weston I travel a round trip of over 200 miles and I have to question if the directors of the club realise what good and loyal supporters they have.
Looking forward to the first game against Exeter City see you all then.(86.145.93.255)
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[29/05/2008 18:11:21] Steve wrote:
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Excellent news. I'm pleased along with the other Weston fans that we've survived the drop. Can I make a suggestion with regards to the ongoing problem of attracting more fans to watch Weston play. Why not approach Weston College's business and marketing department and offer them a challenge/project. How best can they market Weston FC to acheive more interest in the club i.e. promotions, mail shots, more features in the local press. Must be worth a shot? (90.205.54.97)
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[29/05/2008 16:12:47] Big Al wrote:
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Can I help scout for Weston at any games? i.e. reserve team league level and in conference/conference south? I really want to help the club get into the Football League! (86.167.22.48) (Admin, send your CV to the Chairman/Manager)
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[29/05/2008 11:06:04] Passing Guest wrote:
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It is excellent news that we have again been reprieved from relegation. May I appeal on behalf of all of the Club's supporters for the manager to learn from his mistakes of last season and ensure that experienced players are brought in to compete at this high level of football and get a settled formation quickly. As far as off the field business is concerned take heed of previous comments I and others have made regarding information and professionalism required throughout the Club.
Let's look forward to a successful 2008/9 season.(195.93.21.131)
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[29/05/2008 09:42:44] Steve Young wrote:
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Fantastic news on staying up. Maybe next season we can push on a bit. You can count on us for support at all home games.(217.40.42.113)
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[29/05/2008 09:27:07] Dave wrote:
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Great stuff! made my day! lets ensure we get a strong enough squad to get back to mid table next year. We can't keep relying on misfortune of other teams to stay in the league!(86.167.22.48)
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[28/05/2008 16:35:17] Steve wrote:
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Great News (hopefully?) Can an official from Weston FC confirm that we are staying up. (89.241.227.215)
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[28/05/2008 15:20:59] Pete , Basingstoke wrote:
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Guys just heard the news , Hope this means you stay up
good luck for next season (62.189.169.182)
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[28/05/2008 13:37:13] Alshed wrote:
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Looks like you have used your "Get out of jail" card
Congrats, although we were looking forward to playing you next season
Alan from Hitchin (213.131.124.82)
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[28/05/2008 13:03:29] Keith wrote:
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Weston staying up!
Cambridge City website confirms that FA disallowed their appeal. ( 1.00p.m. 28/05/08)(62.239.159.6)
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[26/05/2008 10:03:23] paul phillips wrote:
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Just read on Cambridge city website the appeal is to be heard on wed 28th May.
Hopefully we will find out then what league we will be playing in soon.(78.150.11.171)
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[23/05/2008 12:39:26] Passing Guest wrote:
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In previous years after an open forum an official briefing has been issued as 'news' for those unable to attend. Surely this is what a website is mainly for so the response to the last posting appears somewhat harsh and flippant. I thought we had become more 'professional' but perhaps I am mistaken.(195.93.21.131)(Admin- Surely the points raised at the open forum, were the news items. I.e Players released, Friendly Fixtures, Work on the ground, New Press Officer. Wasn't being harsh at all, was just asking what other news Chris felt we were keeping from him.)
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[22/05/2008 13:39:09] chris wrote:
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Couldn't make the forum on Sun, is there any news on anything at all, orare we just g
oing to be kept in the dark as per usual? I am seriously thinking about not attending in future, and I can assure the club that I'm not the only one.(62.255.8.30)(Admin - What would you like news on?, The NEWS page already lists the players that have left and retained, and the new strip.)
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[20/05/2008 08:41:04] Keith wrote:
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Simon - All the best in your new role as Press Officer, and thanks for your dedication.(62.239.159.6)
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[16/05/2008 15:22:13] Andrew wrote:
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Seriously! There has been no news at all; no comment on the last few games; no messages for the supporters and you're all too busy to let us know even if there was. Well, thanks a lot for that - it's really good to know how important the support is. I was seriously considering not bothering next year, I think you've just made up my mind for me.(84.12.12.144)
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[15/05/2008 08:34:05] Jersiais wrote:
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Regarding Alan Cooper; he has had an extremely heavy workload at work which conflicted with his heavy workload for the Club so he had to take action to protect his living.
As for news from the Club, a new press man is being sought (as are any other volunteers we can find) but essentially there is no news, no football, no movement on the relegation (or not) issue so little information on players till Tony knows which league he is building for. Anyhow we are all too busy down at the ground building and repairing for next season!(91.125.163.88)
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[12/05/2008 11:42:16] Passing Guest wrote:
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Andrew's posting echoes what I have beemn saying for some time. Who is going to take up the baton and run the club properly? (195.93.21.131)
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[09/05/2008 17:25:13] Andrew wrote:
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I think there is something to explain when a senior member of the club resigns.
Like him or loathe him Alan Cooper had a big impact on the club and in particular improved the information that was coming out of the club via this site.
The website has had hardly any current information for weeks. The club has been relegated - now is not the time to disappear, this is exactly when information is needed or I'm afraid a significant number of people will not return next season.
Let's not return to the bad old days, but move on from the improvements in communication that have been made... and I think most of us would have liked to have been informed that Alan Cooper had resigned. Is there anything else we are not being told!(84.12.12.144)
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[07/05/2008 19:27:46] Ross wrote:
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no i have not sent one , was just wondering if one was to be uploaded as they did win the league ? (86.165.37.100)(Admin - I have not recieved a report of the game or any write up, from anyone. If you follow the links o the Youth pages there may be a report on the FA Pages.)
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[07/05/2008 18:00:25] Revd Heather -Chaplain wrote:
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I would like to thank Alan Cooper for all that he has done so willingly for the Club up front, and for the many hours which he has worked behind the scenes. Also to say how much I have appreciated the support and encouragement that he has given me personally, as the Seagulls Chaplain. (88.107.13.209)
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[06/05/2008 10:56:01] Passing Guest wrote:
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Can the Club explain the sudden resignation of Alan Cooper as he seemed to have so much energy in the things he tried to do for the benefit of the Club?(195.93.21.131) Admin - What is there to explain, Alan felt it was time to leave the club and resigned from his post.)
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[04/05/2008 18:58:18] Rowse wrote:
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From the Sunday Independant seeing as there has been no official word on here:
"Tony Rickets will be staying on as manager of Weston-Super-Mare - after the board rejected his offer of resignation. Ricketts is believed to have offered to quit following the seagulls poor season that could still end in relegation as the club awaits the decision on whether Cambridge City will be allowed to maintain their status in the Blue Square South. Ricketts met the board earlier this week to discuss plans for the 2008/09 season and his future was confirmed as manager, although it is believed assistant manager Chris Smith will be leaving" (77.102.245.171)( Admin - 3rd News article down on the front page)
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[04/05/2008 15:24:05] Ross wrote:
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is the youth team match report going to be added ? (81.154.64.159)(Admin- I've not recieved one, Have you sent me one Ross??)
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[04/05/2008 08:20:20] Steve wrote:
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Any news on the Cambridge situation yet?(90.200.165.83) Admin - As soon as we know more, we will let you know)
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[28/04/2008 18:07:24] mike wrote:
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I think Ricketts Should Stay!(90.213.124.41) Admin - :)
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[28/04/2008 11:54:06] Passing Guest wrote:
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I would like to share the following posted on the unofficial supporters forum:
My posting was last Thursday which went missing related to the thread about 'leadership' off the field. Essentially I said I was not championing any particular person but that a 'football/business' leader was required in the absence of the Chairman on a more regular basis.
I also said that I was under the impression that Wayne was brought in to concentrate on the banqueting/catering business as an associate director. The MD I was referring to was Alan White who was on the main board. I still think he would be the sort of person more suited to this kind of role.
The current deadly silence on the official website is terrible with only the 'Admin' man making unofficial comments and views.
Please Mr Chairman do not let the Club slip to oblivion and take action that all can see is for the good of everyone.
I will also post this on the official site for wider reading.(195.93.21.131)Admin - The Deadly Silence is merely because the club have no news. At this moment in time. The Club don't know which League/Division we will be in next season, due to the Cambridge City Issue, So they can't plan for next season. We had this problem last year, when Tony Ricketts started planing for a lower Division only to find us back in the Conference South. Also Alan Cooper has resigned, Alan did an awful lot behind the scenes, chasing the manager for interviews and diging out any little bit of information for the Website. He was also very active in setting up the Weston Wags Calender, and his help in bringing several League clubs to Woodspring Stadium last season. He also helpped put the programme together, not an easy task in the last week of the season when 4 programmes were need in the space of 6 days. He also had to hold down a full-time job.
Not an easy position to fill.
So I apologies for the lack of information coming from the club at this time. But until we know more about what Division or League we are in. The Club on the football side at least will be a little quiet.
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[28/04/2008 11:20:15] Chris wrote:
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I think it's absolutely disgusting the way the fans arebeing treated. No response from management or officials about what is happening, is the manager staying (hopefully not) which players are leaving/staying etc, etc. I know it's not been long since we were relegated but surely someone should spark into life, or is it asking too much.(62.255.8.34)Admin- Chris- On the playing front most of this information isn't known until the start of next season. Players will be asked back and new players will come in. But this doen't usually happen until around July time. As for the Manager I don't know all the in's and Out's but if the manager is on contract and as the club have made no comments, I can only think he will be staying. and it's only Monday and the club have now got a few months to put their heads together and come up with a battle plan.
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[27/04/2008 17:10:44] Rowse wrote:
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It's not quite over yet as we might receive another "get out of jail" card with the Cambridge situation still unresolved. (77.102.245.171)
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[27/04/2008 08:15:08] Wounded Seagull wrote:
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I think that the Weston officials should take a look at what is happening at Bromley. Their chairman has issued a statement to say that he has taken the club as far as it can and to take that next step, significant investment is needed, therefore he will be putting the club up for sale. Anyway, like most Weston fans, I feel that this may now all be too late and I think that we will struggle to get back to where we were. Lets be honest we had a "get out of jail" card last year and got a second chance, only to end up in the bottom 3 again. I doubt if i'll be down at Woodspring again until something has changed!!!(90.200.165.83)
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[26/04/2008 16:16:21] Brian smith wrote:
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Mr Bliss all the hard work and time that you have put in to the club, I think you
should keep the players you have and bring
Mr Loxton back from Clevedon.Then put whats
left of the club in a bag and give it a big
shake.Hoping that you draw the best for the club, which for all the years work you have
put in, you diserve the best.(84.67.174.16)
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[25/04/2008 13:44:32] Sean wrote:
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why is alan cooper still on the officials page? (80.193.69.13)(Admin - No official word from the club, I take he has resigned then!Thanks for letting me know)
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[23/04/2008 20:15:04] James Clark wrote:
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I think Sam Clark is the best haha (96.240.10.125)
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[23/04/2008 20:00:34] Loyal Dog wrote:
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I wasn't able to make the Basingstoke match but it sounds like the rest of the season - can't kill off a game. Sorry Tony but you must be responsible for the line up of the team and attitude they had. How can we play 4-5-1 at Maidenhead and Bromley when they are must win games. I agree with Canvey and would be happier with a bigger defeat if at least we gave it some passion. After two dreadful seasons of home form things can only get better. The 'Dog' will see you next season.Who we will watch and who will manage I await with interest.(86.164.95.168)
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[23/04/2008 09:54:39] Ryan Mogg wrote:
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Next Season Weston. We Can Do It Lets Get Prepared And Walk The League In Style. Get Some More Fans Down And Get The Singing Going. We'll Follow You Through And Through (62.171.194.36)
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[23/04/2008 09:54:23] Sam Newton wrote:
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Unlucky Weston , We Will Follow You All The Way , Come On Seagulls!(62.171.194.36)
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[22/04/2008 19:13:21] . wrote:
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well by the sounds of it you dont know much about football yourself.so yes you probly would do worse.(89.240.69.220)
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[22/04/2008 18:56:36] Rowse wrote:
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I'll volunteer to be the manager, I don't see how I could do any worse!(77.102.245.171)
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[22/04/2008 13:31:33] Passing Guest wrote:
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I know how disappointing a time it is for all of us but no official word from any club officials since post Maidenhead game comments is just not good enough. Where is the club going now and who is going to inspire everyone to achieve this? As I have stated here and elsewhere the Chairman has to act quickly and bring in a leader to direct both football management and off field business if we are going to recover our status a a top west country club.(195.93.21.131)(ADMIN : Passing Guest- Are you volunteering!!)
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[22/04/2008 12:53:24] andy mills head steward wrote:
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in reply to steve g thanks for your message unfortunatly we only had 3 stewards available last night. The first half was a mess and i hold my hands up to that fact. But i beleive the second half was marshalled to the best of our abbility. I hope this does not put you or any of your collegues off comming again. (195.93.21.131)
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[22/04/2008 11:34:44] Chris wrote:
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Another totally inept performance, isn't it about time the seemingly clueless manager fell on his sword? He can't seem to pick the same team twice and also seems to have no ability to pick the players up, they have gone backwards game by game as the season goes on, I for one will not be attending any more games I'd rather watch the kids play in the park.!!!(62.255.4.42)
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[22/04/2008 08:52:00] Steve G. wrote:
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Well, I have to say how disappointed I was last night. I visited Weston to see some family and mixed that some offical business at the same time. Working for Somerset F.A, I decided to call into The Seagulls and watch the match with Basingstoke. A very entertaining game BUT dreadfully let down by the lack of "policing" by the safety stewards. I along with 3 collegues stood in the stand, right next to some die-hard Seagull fans. Great to see such passion at grass roots level, but when the Basingstoke fans aggrevated the tension and the odd scuffle broke out here and there I was astounded at the safety stewards reactions.
Not being ageist but 1 of them must have been the plus side of 60, and really wasn't physically "fit" enough in my opinion to deal with any issues.
Roll on the second half - Only then we had 3 safety stewards surrounding the fans when they mixed together. Again the odd scuffle broke out but nothing over serious. My grave concern was this: There were ladies, and children around, and I felt in an officail capacity that the scuffles were not handles as best they could. A word od advice, I would retrain on public order issues, and perhaps get some younger fresh blood to steward. The fans could also perhaps consider their actions and those people around them before foul mouthing off to aggrevate what is already difficults situations. (194.205.142.52)
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[21/04/2008 18:51:25] Canvey wrote:
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I must say that this is my first post here and it has been brought about by the lack of imagination from the manager. It looks to the fan like we are sticking Wilf up front on his own and not supporting him very well at all. Shouldnt we be playing the standard 4-4-2 and changing it if things start going our way or as they have against us??
I personally would prefer to have seen us lose to Eastbourne, Maidenhead and Bromley by 4-0 whilst going for it than the scoreline we did by hoping something will fall our way.
Lets hope it starts tonight as again my heart won over my wallet to go to the game.
I would also like to add some praise for the club as a whole...
I have been to more games this season than before as my boys have the free season ticket but dont go without me. (I hope the club continue this scheme next season as I expect there are more people like myself who probably wouldnt have spent �8-50 as often as I have this year.
I also got the chance to speak to a board member after the Eastbourne game, I dont know his name and wont say how but he spoke a lot of sense about football and the club and wondered why he wasnt manager!! (86.140.148.17)
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[21/04/2008 13:15:49] Ian R. wrote:
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Are the club still planning to go ahead with the end of season presentation in view of the relegation?
Seems more than a little innapropriate.
Also-Shouldn't an end of season do actually be after the season has finished? (80.193.69.13) (Admin : Why should the possibility of relegation change anything, Due to the season finishing away at Lewes the Presentation Evening was agreed to be mid-week)
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[21/04/2008 12:38:49] TOMO wrote:
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good point 'THE JUDGE'. I've just looked on the league table of the youth team. They might only need a point at Keynsham and the title is theres as Tiverton still have tough games ahead. Lets get behind the youngsters and bring SOME success to the club (78.150.7.60)
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[21/04/2008 01:12:15] THE JUDGE wrote:
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After all the doom and gloom of the first team everbody is forgetting how the youth team are one win away from winning the premier divison of the under 18 floodlit league.
A win at kenysham on monday 28 th april will give them the league so if any of you supporters are not doing anything get up to kenysham and cheer the young lads to the title im sure Ryan Northmore and the boys would appreciate it . (81.129.41.252)
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[19/04/2008 22:44:37] Peter Thompson wrote:
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If Cambridge City are relegated because their ground failed its inspection will you guys stay up?
I hear they have done nothing so their ground in 25 years so its wrong if they stay up and you guys get relegated
Any thoughts in this in your club?
Tomo (195.137.127.133)(Admin - I dont' think they have had their ground that long!)
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[19/04/2008 17:46:23] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Team were unlucky today, did enough to win game but for post and run of the ball got nothing from game. Pleased to see much better effort from players today. Will be hard to raise themselves for Mondays game. Thought the Referee was over fussy today, football is a contact sport but he did not agree?
Nice to hear supporters behind the team today and enjoyed the presentation on the pitch at end of game. (86.152.105.54)
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[18/04/2008 21:56:51] james robinson wrote:
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The players at times just don't believe in themselves enough.The maidenhead game was an example of this.Having gone a goal up, we sat too deep in the second half and invited them to attack us.As soon as they equalised you could see the players heads drop.Players started to panic and just kicked the ball anywhere to get rid of it.The winning goal from maidenhead was always going to happen.The players don't have the mental strength when the going gets tough to get results for the club to stay up this season. I would love to be proved wrong !!(81.155.91.82)
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[18/04/2008 00:15:14] Paul48 wrote:
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Why is it that everyone except the manager could see that 1-0 simply wouldn't be enough. Tonight was a bitter blow to any realistic chance of survival. We decided to defend the 1-0 lead which was a massive mistake (just like we did against Eastbourne). Tony has to go, he's not the guy to take this club forward. Next season i hope we can bring in a better manager/players as these past two seasons have been hell for us supporters. The club want's bigger crowds, may i suggest they ask the team to actually bother showing up on a regular basis. (195.93.21.66)
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[17/04/2008 22:24:38] Barry wrote:
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Tonights game with Maidenhead was the chance to give us 3 needed points,after we went 1 up we sat back and let them attack us,after they scored we went at them again why did we not continue to attack them further,after our first goal and finish them off.(80.0.82.216)
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[17/04/2008 22:19:56] Ianrobrich wrote:
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Disappointing result tonight, snatched defeat from the jaws of victory. Silly goals and pointless sending off. Yet again choose to sit deep whilst a goal up and suffer the consequences.
At least we can still stay up but need far better all round performances.
To the fans, lets hear more support for the team. They work their socks off on the pitch and yet most supporters sit/stand in silence!
Rant over :-)(86.151.99.81)
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[14/04/2008 12:04:53] Passing Guest wrote:
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"There will obviously be one or two changes, I may have got the team wrong on Saturday� the manager is quoted as saying! This is not acceptable at this stage of the season and the position we find ourselves in. It seems to confirm my suspicions all along that Tony is really out of his depth as a manager at this level. Experienced players were required long ago as I have previously pointed out. To many youngsters taking up valuable budget was never the answer. Come on everyone lets all make the final push for safety and chew over the future when the season ends.(195.93.21.131)
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[09/04/2008 22:51:22] simon wrote:
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unfortunate but look like wsm are dooomed for relegation and i will be suprised to see the "end of season" presentation evening go ahead
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[06/04/2008 11:27:49] Jim wrote:
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Disgraceful that the Maidenhead game was called off by the referee with the Maidenhead team so close. Surely a delayed kick-off would have been a better solution for all parties? We were especially disappointed having made a rare trip down from Warwickshire to cheer the Seagulls on.(90.204.96.81)
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[05/04/2008 17:29:06] Steve M wrote:
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Shame about the Maidenhead game been postponed! I was really looking forward to the proverbial �six-pointer�. I understand the away team couldn't get to us in time because of problems on the M4? Could someone from the club let us know when the re-arranged game will be?(90.205.54.179)
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[31/03/2008 21:04:06] Mark Wederell wrote:
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Having been a Bristol City FC supporter of many years, I have certainly had my share of ups and downs, and more often than not, outright disappointment. It troubles me when I see comments on forums such as these where so called fans are criticising the club and players for anything and everything, despite the clubs best efforts in all areas. Fans also have to accept a certain portion of the blame themselves from time to time. We all know that football is now a hard and cut throat business, it is no longer the dreamy stuff of long shorts, laced balls and Roy of the Rovers anymore. When fans crucify clubs for not buying or investing in more or better players, just where do they think this "magical" money will come from? I have watched quite a few Weston games, and based on 250-300 attendances, even I can see that there is no spare cash at a club like Weston. Money will only come from 2 sources- sponsors/investors and fans through the turnstiles. And sponsors or investors will usually only invest where there is some semblance of a good fanbase, and Weston just does not have that yet!! So when you are ranting about buying this player or that player, or that the bar needs a coat of paint, or that the club lawnmower has seen better days...stop, take 2 seconds and think about what you, as a true fan, could do to help. ONLY THEN will you possibly see some grass root changes in attitudes in Weston. Lets not forget that folk in Weston have a choice of Bristol City, Bristol Rovers, Yeovil Town, Exeter City, Cardiff City and Swindon to choose from before they walk through the gates at Woodspring Park. You, that is the club, players and yourselves, the true fans, are the only ones who can change that. Not alone, but together as a team, on and off the pitch. Good luck to the Seagulls, let's hope we see you in the Blue Square Premier very soon. BELIEVE!!(86.145.70.105)
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[31/03/2008 16:32:13] bob wrote:
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c'mon you seagulls (89.240.77.98)
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[30/03/2008 11:20:39] Sam Rhodes wrote:
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My children and I are Eastbourne Borough fans and we were worried to see the ambulance come to the ground presumably for Ashton Holgate. We hope he is not too badly injured and wish him all the best. Well done Weston for your part in a cracking game. (86.139.233.208)
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[29/03/2008 20:30:41] Neil Harley-Rudd wrote:
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Your keeper was excellent, u need him4the rest of the season if u want2survive the drop.
The result against Eastbourne was superb, and the final match of the season is at their near neighbours Lewes (who may already be crowned champions).
Football's a funny old game, and Weston are raising their game to carve out decent results against the high-flyers.
Eastbourne will after revenge when they visit a week on Monday, and will probably bring a healthy number of supporters with them.
Game on to save the drop, as it's really tough to get straight back up.
Rickett can be proud of the way the side battled to the end, and notched a goal in the ninth minute of stoppage time at Eastbourne.
The survival race continues ...(217.196.231.33)
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[25/03/2008 13:22:45] Chris wrote:
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Good result on Monday v Dorchester, a hard fought game, must congratulate the officials on being the best I have seen at our level. I thought Greener was brilliant and good to see Ash back playing for us, I think he won everything in the air, well done everyone, hopefully we can keep it up in the games that are left.(62.255.8.14)
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[20/03/2008 15:14:49] Watching Karl wrote:
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I take it that you will be practasing what you preach then Karl and will be going to Bognor to support the Boys? (80.193.69.13)
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[19/03/2008 01:23:23] Fran wrote:
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hi im a spanish boy that is working in weston and i would like to play football in a team.im 23 years old and you can see me one time and give me an oportunity.please send me an [email protected]
in spain i was playing in a team.sorry for my english.thanks (82.13.30.195)
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[18/03/2008 12:37:11] Karl wrote:
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I feel it is important the supporters stick by the club/ players and it is imporant the crowd get behind the team. I noticed on the Bognor site. That if you collect a voucher from there local paper the observer Adults will get in saturday for �6 instead of �9 and children get in free if they come with an adult come on you seagulls.(217.42.219.244)
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[18/03/2008 11:19:35] Passing Guest wrote:
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The prevous posting is by a different 'passing guest' to my recent postings as my IP reference will confirm.(195.93.21.131)
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[17/03/2008 14:51:16] passing guest wrote:
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After reading the report on saturdays game, how does Mr Ricketts know that Ben John has not been playing "due to work commitments". When was the last time Mr Ricketts was in touch with Ben to see how he's getting on?(84.12.145.82)
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[16/03/2008 00:22:43] dan eddolls wrote:
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hi just wondering is there anyway of havin a trail, if u do then or comin along to a training?
p.s a number or anything. please
thanks(62.136.21.82)(Admin it is best to contact the manager, at the club. Or write a CV and post it to the club)
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[14/03/2008 14:43:57] Jersiais wrote:
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Come on villan, be man enough to take a response if you are man enough to dish it out!
Brian White, and many others, work their socks off - with no pay - supporting the club, either to save money which can then be spent on players or on generating money. VERY RARELY is there a posting acknowledging their work so they are entitled to feel grieved when the Club is criticised unfairly.
Of course the Club is not perfect. Some of the performances on the field are pathetic BUT we have a very good stadium, we play at a good (hard) level of football, we have NEVER been relegated and we do see some thrilling performances at times. PLEASE ENJOY YOUR CLUB. If there is a shortcoming don't just moan come and help to put it right.
We do not just want spectators, we NEED supporters.(91.125.166.13)
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[13/03/2008 17:19:20] charles norton wrote:
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in respones to my 3 learnered friends, firstly 30yrs ago there wasnt a conference south,however their was a ladder of promotion. so do you think 30yrs down the road weston has achieved its goal,weston is how many times bigger than it was 30yrs ago, 50,000 more people,yet crowds arent any bigger by the sounds of it, im sad to say football is a business today, and it will only survive with customers and thats what you supporters are,the less supporters the less profit,the less profit the lesser players you can afford,need i say more. i have read some of the other supporters views and i am in agreement that players and management should be open to criticism if the team put in a poor display, must go wiil note more 2mo (90.211.201.198)
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[11/03/2008 11:45:16] chris wrote:
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Good result on Saturday,couldn't make the game but heard good things, well done.
Great to see Ash back at WSM, here's hoping for better results in the future. I agree with the comment written by Passing Guest re; criticisms surely supporters are allowed to criticise as well as praise! (62.255.8.19)
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[10/03/2008 23:39:52] Passing Guest wrote:
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Its good to see an official of the Club making some comments. Thank you Brian. However you should not confuse genuine concern and supporters asking pertinent questions with constant criticism. Away support has always been pretty poor since decision to not allow supporters to take up the vacant seats on the team bus. Opponents are much further away to travel - even you have only recently recommenced attending away games!
I would never criticise the ONE PERSON you refer to but in the longer term what is the Club doing to plan for the eventual time when our benefactor deems it time to step down?
Please do not alienate the true supporters but keep them informed as without them the Club would have no reason to exist(195.93.21.131)
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[10/03/2008 14:18:15] Two New Fans From Last Season wrote:
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A rousing second half display from the Seagulls. Good to see and hear the enthusiasm of the fans. Gareth thoroughly deserved his man of the match award showing that he can head a ball! In Elvis the club have found a real gem.(86.31.32.77)
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[10/03/2008 08:40:44] IanRobRich wrote:
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Just to say Well Done to the team for Saturdays result. After witnessing the Horror Show against St. Albans, I was concerned that the team looked odds on for relegation. Saturday saw a much better performance and I felt the team were unlucky not to get 3 points although a draw was fair on both teams. Gareth Hopkins was great at the back, winning most headers, something he lacks a lot when playing up front. Some of the passing and movement was great to watch and made for a good game to watch and a last minute equaliser was fitting tribute to the teams effort.
Sad to see some negative comments about the club on messages but it is a part of supportintg any team. At the end of the day no-one wants to see their team relegated, play poorly etc. and harsh comments are made in the heat of the moment.
I will be cheering the team on at next home game along with my girlfriend.
Can I also congratulate the club on the behaviour of players who are unable to play through suspensions. Sat next to one of the team on Saturday and his politeness and willing the team on was a credit to the club, shame about the hat!(85.152.201.169)
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[09/03/2008 21:10:14] villan wrote:
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Thanks Brian White, for representing your views, and which you claim, are the clubs too it would seem. Firstly, congratulations on your 50 year association with the club and your 25 tenure as an official, and as such you are of course completely entitled to respond in the manner that you have. No one that cares about the club would doubt the resolve and commitment of all at the club to stay in Conference South, why would anyone want to be relegated?
I dont have your history of loyalty, having only been a supporter since 2000, but having missed only a few home games in that time, feel equally entitled to comment about the club (or do i need to go to every away match too in order to have a view?) I flatter myself that at �8.50 a time i might contribute to your website, or is it that what is written as constructive criticism you cannot take? (I presume you do mean the likes of me?)
What you have done Brian is ensure that this fan will not be at future home games, such is your contempt for the bloke who pays through the door- what do you want, our money but no adverse comments? Why bother having a website?
You refer to the fact that home attendances alone do not secure the players that we would want- i'm sure they dont, but i'm no trumpet blowing business man, just a bloke doing his bit by supporting his local team every two weeks which you have now single handedly and comprehensively scuppered. If my money's not good enough at Woodspring then you won't miss my admission at home games will you?
Godd luck for the rest of the season.(91.108.71.31)
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[09/03/2008 12:30:32] Brian White wrote:
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As an avid follower of Weston for over 50 years i feel i must make a comment to defend the club. I had served 25 years as Secretary and now as an Associate Director, therefore i feel i am in a position to make my feelings known, as well as the club's.
I must stress that the club is doing everything in its power to retain Conference South status. Everyone is working 100% towards this aim from the Manager to the Boot Boy.
Some of the adverse comments i have read on both forums really upsets me and tries to make us look like a mickey mouse outfit. If there are people out there who think that they can do better we would love to have you on board along with your ideas. The hours are long and the time given up is donated freely.
Another thing that puzzles me is our almost non-existent away support at the majority of our games, we have two loyal supporters (Sean & Simon) who travel the length and breadth of the country at heavy cost. At some games we might increase this to 3 or 4. The rest of you are nowhere to be seen yet you are out of the blocks in a flash to criticise.
If you honestly think that the club is not concerned about Conference South survival, THEN THINK AGAIN. Recent additions to the squad i.e. Domoraud, Ewruje, Herring & Holgate clearly demonstrates the desire of the club. These additions have been made possible by ONE PERSON, and ONE PERSON ONLY.
Anyone who thinks that our attendances at home games pulls in enough money to pay these players is living in dreamland.
Before any of you criticise this posting, take a long hard look at yourselves. DO YOU REALLY WANT CONFERENCE SOUTH SURVIVAL, because i know that the club does.
The next 4 games are absolutely vital to our cause, it would be nice to think that nothing other than positives are spoken about.
From
Brian White
Associate Director
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[09/03/2008 12:07:54] Mark Sheldrake wrote:
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Just a short note to say what an excellent day I had at WSM yesterday, your hospitality was superb. AND what a good game of football, an excellent second half comeback, surely relegation is not even being considered if you play like that. My reason for visiting WSM yesterday was to advertise my new book 'Hopping Mad-Tales From a Ground Hopper' It was available in the club shop for that one day only but if anyone wants a copy please see the publishers website www.ken.cot.btinternet.co.uk A very worthwhile read from all feedback received.(91.104.65.128)
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[05/03/2008 19:51:58] notleykev wrote:
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if you fight like you did last night you will have no worries about relegation the scoreline greatly flattered us good luck for the rest of the season (90.198.134.179)
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[05/03/2008 15:29:03] tom wrote:
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if you were at the game last night i think you would agree 4-0 really flattered braintree. weston in the second half really looked capable of getting back into the game. they had about 4 shots and scored 4 goals. play like we did in the second half,showing more spirit and belief, we will definatley stay up.(89.240.77.84)
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[05/03/2008 13:29:33] Passing Guest wrote:
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It would be interesting to have some official comment on our curent plight from the Chairman or main Board Director. Are we happy to see the the alarming slide to relegation. Is this what the Club really wants? (195.93.21.131)
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[05/03/2008 10:55:37] Darren wrote:
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Enough is enough now.
Fresh ideas needed now to stop the slide.
In my opinion the time is right for the manager to concede that he is not the right man for the job.Walk before he's pushed.(195.93.21.131)
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[04/03/2008 22:10:09] alan wrote:
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Another thrashing. These loan signings dont seem to be any better tha what we had before. long gone are the days of local lads and enjoyable sat afternoons.Something has to change but what? (195.93.21.131)
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[04/03/2008 21:48:17] Seagulls till I die! wrote:
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4-0 to Braintree!!!! I can't believe it. This really is relegation form. How are you going to stop the rot Mr Ricketts? (90.200.165.237)
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[04/03/2008 17:47:49] Delboy wrote:
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Admin, I too was surprised how well Hopkins did when he moved to midfield, mind you, not a lot to do to make an improvement.Plenty of effort from them but....... Hopefully, Ian Herring will do this for us on Saturday.(78.145.97.111)
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[03/03/2008 18:49:03] Delboy wrote:
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What really annoyed me about Saturday was how we continually lumped high balls to their two centre backs who must have been nearly 7 ft tall. Did no one on or off the pitch have the wit to see this? The ball kept coming back. I agree with the manager that the two new lads added some pace and skill to the side and along with Curtis were our best players. Again, nobody was directing operations from midfield, either individually or collectively.(89.243.10.121)(Admin - Delboy, what did you think of Hopkins in midfield in the second half, I thought he had more of the ball, and seemed to play better than he does up front.)
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[02/03/2008 18:36:10] Seagulls till I die! wrote:
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I agree Chris, the performance was shambolic. Serious questions need to be asked about the management team and whether they have taken us as far as they can? Bring back Gregan, all is forgiven!!(84.13.241.46)
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[02/03/2008 16:38:57] Mark Sheldrake wrote:
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In answer to your question about my book 'Hopping Mad- Tales From a Ground Hopper' unfortunately WSM are not featured. The does contain a number of football league trip but it is mainly non league. There are a number of clubs in the South West featured including Tiverton, Torrington,Plymouth, Taunton and Bristol City. Hope that helps. Looking forward to visiting WSM for my 2nd visit on 8/3/08.(91.106.74.33)
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[02/03/2008 11:10:03] chris wrote:
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What an absolute shambles yesterday even allowing for a bad ref, we were absolutely pathetic, no passion, no skill and no heart.
I can't remember their goalie making one save. Mind you if we keep letting our payers go and bring inloan players every week we'll never do anything how are they supposed to play together. Our manager and his assistant seemed clueless and were reduced to foul mouthing the officials (in earshot of children) which I thought was disgusting. I will think very carefully before bringing my grandson again and wasting my hard earned money on any more of this rubbish, I can honestly say I was glad to hear the final whistle.(62.255.4.70)
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[02/03/2008 10:15:39] villan wrote:
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why the debate about local players, when a lack of a settled side is what we should should worry about. we had a decent young team at the start of the season, and i urged people to come and watch. before you know it, players out, more players in, and thats how its been all season. how can you get a consistent, winning team?. i don't care for stats to much, but can someone tell me if there is another side in the division that's had a bigger turnover of players? admin please don't give it the 'balancing the books', 'good business' etc. the management looked devoid of any answers yesterday, and forget the penalties against us, the ref etc. come on WSM we can, and have done better.(91.108.65.201)(Admin: No I agree we were poor, But nearly the same team Drew against Bishops Stortford the week before, inconsistency is the key. And just for your information Sutton have used 40 players Dorchester 36 and St Albans 46, we have used 37, of which 27 have made the first 11, of which only 9 have played more than Half the league matches, of which 2 have now left the club Holgate and Loxton. One man doesn't make a team but since the loss of Holgate we have won only 1 game out of the last 15 matches.)
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[01/03/2008 19:24:58] Alan reeves wrote:
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How on earth can you give 4 stars to all the players after being thrashed 3-0 at home.No wonder the gates are so low.Where is all the local talent. Its no good saying there isnt any,Blakemore scored a hat trick for Yate and their level cant be much better than westons.(195.93.21.131) (Admin- I think theres a big difference in the level of Football. Aaron has played for the club before 2001-02/ 2002-03, in the Southern League. In 2001/02 he scored 4 goals in the league starting only once out of 14 appearances. In 2002/03 He made 4 starting appearances out of 9. and didn't score.
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[01/03/2008 10:52:43] Realist wrote:
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In response to Charles Norton:
Weston may have contained local players 30 Years ago but we where in a league 3 leagues lower than what we are in now-FACT.(80.193.69.13)
Whilst there are some local players who are possibly good enough for first team contention there are certainly no where near 11.
Don't judge the current side on one viewing!
As for your comment "a team is only as good as it's supporter's"-What do you mean by that?
Weston at the moment has some very good supporters!-Definately more vocal than i can remember 20 Years ago and a loyal and dedicated hardcore that travel away-Again-More than i remember doing likewise, years ago.
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[01/03/2008 09:57:18] sean wrote:
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charles has it occured to you that weston are not in a local league anymore? we now play in a division that is only two below the football league.(91.108.66.211)
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[29/02/2008 14:20:53] charles norton wrote:
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30 years ago was the last time i watched weston play,from the shed at langford rd.ive just moved back to be with family and the first thing i wanted to do was to go and watch my local side play, after doing so and watching a 3-0 home defeat i said to my son that the performance was very lack-lusture.i was very suprised to learn that there were few local players in the side, i remember 30 years ago all the players were local,and if you didnt see them out on a saturday night together having a beer,there was a good chance you would see them down hutton moor on a sunday morning playing against the very people who paid to watch them the day before,a team is only as good as its supporters,you might think im old fashioned,but what ever level of football you are you can always go back to basics (90.210.183.218)
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[28/02/2008 18:12:05] Annon wrote:
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Are Weston featued in The book Mark Sheldrake? (80.193.69.13)
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[28/02/2008 11:09:31] Mark Sheldrake wrote:
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I have recently had my new book 'Hopping Mad-Tales from a Ground Hopper' produced. Ive visited over 350 English ground over the past 40 years and the book tells tales of some of the more humerous, enduring and hair raising trips. More details about the book can be found on the publishers website www.ken.coton.btinternet.co.uk. The book costs �15 but i will be attending the home game against Hampton on 8th March and hope to have a few copies in your club shop for that day only. As a thankyou to WSM fC I will give the club �5 for each book sold that day. The book really is a good read, great reviews in footy mags and excellent feedback from readers. Lookout for the book in the shop that day ( or buy direct from publisher( please ignore the �2p+p i'll waive that) I look forward to the game on 8th March. (91.104.70.220)
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[21/02/2008 13:40:26] John wrote:
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Can anyone tell me if Barry McConnell will play at Stortford Saturday?(81.149.145.54)(Admin, Only the manager!!, but Barry was on the bench last Saturday)
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[18/02/2008 11:20:11] Passing Guest wrote:
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Plenty of contradictions in the manager's post match comments. I'm afraid he must wake up to the fact that he needs real experience to be added to the squad as I have said before. Bringing in young and untried players is not the answer to our problems. Time is ruinning out with the same excuses being poured out. Act now Tony before it is to late.(195.93.21.35)
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[11/02/2008 21:17:39] Rowse wrote:
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Hi, I was just looking around the site and there is no mention of a reserve team. Is it really only the youth team behind the first team?
Maybe the standard of the floodlit league is representative of the standard of players in the youth team but surely it cannot be a effective way to groom players for the first team?
Surely a club like Weston should have aspirations of league football and I would have though a reserve side would be crucial to this. Looking at the squad lists there are probably enough players to get a team together on a Saturday and it would provide a middle step for players coming from the youth team.
I know nothing of the potential cost of having a reserve team and maybe this is the reason the club don't have one. But surely the investment made would have more long term benefits for the club in the future?
If they are looking for someone to organise it, I would put my name forward!!(62.31.161.91)
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[24/01/2008 08:07:30] Chris wrote:
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To the other Chris,
May I apologize that I hold others to my own high standards. I apologize to the club that I expected timely news reports and I apologize to you, Chris #2, that I am unable to attend matches. I am also sorry that I voice my opinion instead of let the status-quo eek by while everything stagnates. /sarcasm
In all seriousness though, if no one raises issues, things will be the same. Let's try to aim a bit higher, is that a crime? I commend all the hard workers at the club as I understand many do it for free. Let's not get it twisted though, just because they do a job doesn't mean we should automatically be satisfied with it. And what does "attend all the games I possibly can" mean? I won't guess a number, but it sounds "odd". Since we're trying to qualify our fan-ship it seems, I was the one that sponsored the October Player of the Month (w00t Robinson!). Not bad for a bum that doesn't attend games.
--The Moaning Chris(68.6.122.163)
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[21/01/2008 12:20:07] Chris - not the moaning one!! wrote:
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All we ever hear from the other Chris is moaning when he doesn't ever attend matches.
I don't know his problem but it's getting a bit boring. I think all the staff do a brilliant job as they're all volunteers, so lets have a bit of positive feedback instead of constant carping. I attend all the games that I possibly can.(62.255.4.8)
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[18/01/2008 13:56:13] boroeagle wrote:
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Thank you... have put this info on the Boro fans forum... Fingers crossed for the match(62.136.27.199)
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[18/01/2008 10:34:49] BoroEagle wrote:
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Its now friday morning and not one thing on your website about the possibility of the game on Sat19th v Eastbourne being called off... What is the state of the pitch down there... Its a bloody long way to travel if the game is unlikely to take place... 2 seasons ago we got halfway and had to turn back... a hint of the pitch state would be good!!!(62.136.41.9) Admin - We haven't need to comment on the state of the pitch because there hasn't been a problem. Unitl now - Pitch Inspection has been called for 7:30am Saturday Morning)
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[16/01/2008 17:15:13] Scott wrote:
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Good work last game Weston, if we keep this strong work ethic up then along with a few good signings permanently or on loan from the likes of Yeovil, Chelts, Bristol Rovers and City we'll stay in this league no probs and even have a late play-off charge. I'm still confident of league football for Weston within the next 5 years!!(86.149.169.105)
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[15/01/2008 01:05:17] Chris wrote:
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Dens, because I'm not as fortunate as the rest of you and cannot attend games. If anyone wants, I could start a webpage that I can update with the game reports of the OTHER teams when they play us if you want, since I go and read those as well.
I have talked to a nameless person associated with the club about getting video highlights posted on this site as well. Unfortunately it sounds like they're either inept as a whole (not singling out anyone since it's a team effort) or are just plain too lazy to make them available online. It's a shame ... having a channel on YouTube or something would give us more exposure as well as give fans who miss matches to catch up on all the latest. To be honest, the staff seem pretty stagnant.
PS - It is now Monday evening California time and the match report is still not up. That should tell you all you need to know, Dens.(68.6.112.46)(Admin- Chris most of us are Volunteers who give are time freely when it is available, And my family and my job come before the football club. On occasions it is not possible to man the website 24 hours aday.
And some times due to technical faults we can�t always update pages as soon as we would like.
And yes I have discussed putting video clips on the website, but who�s going to do it??? And who�s got the time?? Yes you can talk about till your blue in the face. But you need someone to carry it out and give his or her time freely. And once it�s up and running, and the person is giving his time freely, what happens if he�s a little bit late say a day or so, are you going to come on here and slate him/her, before you know all the information. As your miles away all you can go on is the Fans comments on the unofficial forum and the contacts you have made within that site. I commend you on your following but sometimes you need to sit back and think before you start criticising. They are some people who give an awful lot of time every week, without even a thank you. )
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[14/01/2008 20:41:29] elliott smith wrote:
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weston ruled the match against hays and yeading 3 1(84.69.40.85)
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[14/01/2008 19:11:26] dens wrote wrote:
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chris why dont you have a go instead of moaning(87.82.17.21)
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[14/01/2008 17:25:37] Chris wrote:
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It is now Monday morning (California time, which makes it even worse for you) and there is still no match report up for Hayes and Yeading. This is unacceptable. On the Hayes and Yeading site, their match report (with pictures of the game at OUR stadium, mind you) was up THE DAY OF the match. This goes without mention that VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS of the match was up THE NEXT DAY!!! Sort yourselves out, you look like a pub team compared to others in our own division.(68.6.112.46)(Admin -Thanks Chris for your concerns, Will get it up as soon as we can)
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[14/01/2008 12:55:35] Fadly Rizal wrote:
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Hi all, I just want to say that my friend and I found Weston-Super-Mare team while playing Football Manager 2007, yup, its the old one, we played Weston-super-Mare team for 2 years now, we just want to say that we from Malaysia grown fond of Weston-super-Mare, please send our best regards to all Weston-super-Mare Players, especially Northmore and McGregor.(118.100.85.209)
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[13/01/2008 13:06:26] Ian wrote:
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Just to thank all for a great afternoon out. Would agree that Dean Grubb was impressive but would also point out valuable contribution from Curtis Ujah, kept HayesYeading at bay on numerous occasions. Cheers.(81.157.143.159)
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[12/01/2008 20:09:56] Chris wrote:
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Excellent result today, well done all,the players actually played with some self-belief. I thought Dean Grubb was outstanding, the Hayes players seemed mesmerised by him and resorted to fouling him. Once again well done, hopefully this will be a springboard to better results.(62.255.8.120)
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[10/01/2008 07:40:53] Chris wrote:
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I understand about the squad numbers, I was referring more to the players actual positioning on the first team squad. I shouldn't have to read every bio in depth to figure out who is on the team and who isn't. If you can't break them up into 4 groups or something, give them weird numbers like 1-25 for first team and 85-99 for players that have left so they're at the bottom and more distinguishable. Just trying to help the layout of the site!(68.6.112.46)(Admin - Chris I understand what your saying, Unfortunatley once a number has been allocated you can't change it. Due to the match details database. What would be easier is if the players where listed whenyou click the first team information then you can go straight to the one you want.
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[09/01/2008 20:11:28] Chris wrote:
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The First Team page is in grave need of an update. Ashan Holgate is still listed in the #10 position, even though he is no longer on the team. Maybe put the players that have moved on in a separate section under the current squad? You could have:
1. Current team players
2. Current team players IN on loan
3. Current team players OUT on loan
4. Recent former players who have transferred on
I mean, this isn't rocket science. Keep the page up to date.
And on a side note, the fact that there is a navigation bar on the left AND on the top bugs me. Pick one, stick with it. Come on the Weston!(68.6.112.46)(Admin - Hi Chris, can't help that were covering old ground here, The positional numbers have No bearing on the players, It just appears. The players have to be listed or it would mess up the database. Some players do have foot notes saying they have been transfered (Ryan & Ashan have yet to be done) and some of the pen-pics and pictures need up dating, which hopefully we can get round to this weekend. Also some players might only been loaned out for one or two games)
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[08/01/2008 08:53:17] keithM wrote:
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Could someone confirm whether or not the current ground record attendance is 1361 for the Bristol City pre-season friendly?
If so, what is the record for a league game at the new Woodspring?
Thanks (62.239.159.6) (Admin - I believe it would be the recent Newport County game which attracted 788)
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[05/01/2008 11:51:37] Passing Guest wrote:
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Just called the Club line - still giving last details recorded 15 December - what a joke. I thought lessons had been learned about keeping supporters informed of what is going on. Not everyone has access to the website. Regular news and updates please - is this asking for to much?(195.93.21.131)
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[03/01/2008 15:55:36] sparky wrote:
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Hey guys, just to wish you all a very happy new year and especially good luck to Tony Ricketts as he bids to get the boys back on track. Also, don't forget to visit www.sportywest.com for a comprehensive preview service every week, plus weekend and midweek round-ups! All the best, (88.110.73.103)
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[02/01/2008 21:04:38] AC wrote:
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My apologies for the lack of up-to-date interviews over the past few days; this has been caused by my own technical difficulties over Festive Period. Our own webmaster will very kindly be updated the site with latest interviews in the very near future. Normal service will be resumed as from this week! Thank you all and a Happy New Year to all! In the meantime, please also visit www.footballconference.co.uk to see latest news on the Football Conference website, regarding Sosthene Yao...we are the only Conference South club at the moment, who have press info on the Conference national website.....best wishes.(84.68.156.101)
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[30/12/2007 02:14:41] Chris wrote:
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WebDev, thanks for the update. Glad to see someone is still passing along info to the fans :)(62.226.239.105)
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[29/12/2007 13:37:32] WebDev wrote:
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I can only apologise for the problem with the website. Westonsupermareafc.co.uk is hosted with a large organisation who have been helpful throughout this situation. They have tried to resolve the database problem and when unsuccessful rehosted the website and upgraded to their highest level free of charge.
The website is now being tested and will be updated as soon as possible. Google results have suffered due to an update to their index when the website was having problems. This will naturally fix its self over time.
All the best for 2008.
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[15/12/2007 12:18:47] Passing Guest wrote:
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Would the Club like to explain the lack of information relating to last night's game at Cirencester. No news on the official site nor the Clubline which has not been updated since last Saturday!! Why does this keep happening - come on keep the supporters informed!(195.93.21.131)(Admin- As soon as I knew about the game it was placed on the front page, In the next fixture section.Which was the morning of the match.)
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[13/12/2007 13:54:56] Weston supporter wrote:
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Great signings of Curtis Ujah and Sos Yao, should be good acquisitions to the squad. Let's hope we can keep Ujah longer than we did Holgate! If we get in a few more signings of this calibre we should be back in the play-offs before to long...are there any more signings in the pipeline??(217.44.247.163)
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[10/12/2007 02:52:03] Chris wrote:
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Why does Charlie Comyn-Platt and Craig Rand have the same squad number listed in the First Team section? The same goes for Ryan Harley and Aaron Ledgister.(68.6.105.110)(Admin- The Team doesn't have squad numbers, its just an extra facility the website has should we require squad numbers)
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[08/12/2007 19:54:13] Umm... wrote:
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Hi
why dont the club hold a free addmission day somethime this season?
it might help to build support.(91.108.80.92)
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[07/12/2007 20:08:21] Tommy wrote:
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Who do the regulars feel has been the most consistent player for us this year so far.(86.31.140.114)
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[07/12/2007 13:01:27] passing guest wrote:
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just like to say the youth team have more than two players!(212.219.57.126)
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[06/12/2007 21:34:05] Hi all wrote:
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Could someone post a link to where you put in your email and latest news is sent to you.
I've changed my email addy so don't get the updates anymore
Thanks !(78.150.91.234)(Admin : its on the home page, slap bang in the middle!!)
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[06/12/2007 13:16:55] Passing Guest wrote:
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I hope the manager will start to sign some experienced players - it is asking to much of young untried players to compete at this level. If not then we shall suffer more results like last weekend.(195.93.21.131)
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[03/12/2007 19:48:02] Veteran Supporter. wrote:
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Many thanks for putting in my posting will be making the trip from the Vale of the White Horse on Saturday for game against Fisher Athletic,I hope it is a good game and a much needed win,hope to meet some old friends good luck to the players and management.(86.139.225.33)
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[01/12/2007 18:12:11] joe wrote:
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just come from the hampton match as a neutral fan, i thought 5 - 1 was a bit flattering for them. Despite not playing well and some very poor marking (maybe explained by a lack of a proper centre half?) the right back and grubb looked quite good and you could play it around a bit on the floor but looked to be lacking up front. good luck for the season. (86.141.195.11)
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[01/12/2007 17:21:41] Chris wrote:
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Reasonable answer for the youth, but if you were focusing on the first team this season why are there still players without pictures and players no longer on the team listed in the roster? Surely since Hale moved out months ago you could make a separate section under the actual First Team players to say "Players Transfered Out 2007/08" and put Holgate's profile and Billy Clark's since deleted profile there as well so there is no confusion as to who is and is not on the team.(68.6.105.110)Admin - As explained before if we delete profiles, Then match reports and team selections will not load properly, a teething problem I found last week with having youth players selected for the First team. Is they don't appear on the team selections page. Unfortunatly we have more pressing items on the Website to deal with before we can look in to this. Pictures Missing - Hence we are focusing on the first team )
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[01/12/2007 10:04:01] Chris wrote:
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Admin, your response to sertium seems fairly unmotivated. Surely it doesn't taken more than 30 minutes to find a roster and post a bio of the players. Hopefully this gets sorted sooner rather than later.(68.6.105.110)Not unmotivated at all, just realistic. If we are going to do the youth section, we have to include the player profiles, photos, match reports. You need to do the full 100%, not just a 10% bio. We also need the time to do all this. After Last season, we decided just to concentrate on the first team. Once this was up and running, we would then commit ourselves to doing the Youth Section.
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[30/11/2007 09:19:34] sertium wrote:
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Why is there just two youth team players in the link?(86.160.181.128)
(Admin- At the moment we are dealing with the first team, and hope to bring ther youth section up together next season.)
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[27/11/2007 18:01:58] David Jones wrote:
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Good signing of ledgister from cheltenham, saw him play for City and looked like a good player, will hopefully bring some more pace and good crosses into the box. Hopefully bringing in some more experienced players to help with our young squad will get us back up into the playoffs, maybe some players from Forest Green, Exeter, Torquay or even some Cardiff youngsters will do the trick!!
Finally let's get some more advertising going for the club and bring in more into the ground. Weston must be one of the biggest places in this league and our attendences are a joke.(217.44.24.3)
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[26/11/2007 15:29:31] Chris wrote:
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Sorry to hear we are losing both Ash and Ryan, they'll both be missed greatly but good luck to both of them and good luck in the future. Bad luck against Eastligh, the goal disallowed made heads drop, never mind.(62.255.8.54)
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[19/11/2007 16:10:23] Chris wrote:
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Thank you for publishing my last comments,the match on Sat was a game of 2 halves, without a doubt, in the 1st half Weston played good passing football and in the 2nd they reverted to type with some frantic play, bypassing the midfield completely. Still, an entertaining game, shame about the result. Good luck against Eastleigh.(62.255.4.70)
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[18/11/2007 21:42:14] Passing Guest wrote:
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The Club only seems to respond when they win. I too have had a number of postings not published and/or ignored.(195.93.21.131)(Admin- I have now dealt with the problem of missing postings and this shouldn't happen again, Veteran Supporters posting is now below.)
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[18/11/2007 20:12:29] AC wrote:
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A further post-match interview with manager Tony Ricketts (and also with Ryan Harley) was conducted following the home defeat to Lewes yesterday, Saturday 17th November. The transcript of this interview will be e-mailed to the website on Monday evening and will be available for viewing on Tuesday a.m. I am also hopeful that I will be in a position to advise of preliminary arrangements for pre-match entertainment prior to the Fisher Athletic game (8 Dec) during the course of this week. Many thanks. AC (81.79.35.179)
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[17/11/2007 12:45:05] chris wrote:
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I fully endorse the comments of the last contributor "Veteran Supporter", I too have been ignored, even when using the contact us line, why is this? Maybe it's because we criticise as well as praise, surely the club is big enough to take criticism as well as praise!!(62.255.8.51)
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[14/11/2007 09:51:52] Veteran Supporter wrote:
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Very disappointed not to get my message printed i travel a round trip of over 200 miles to watch Weston I have a great interest in CCP and AH being EX Swindon players.I now have to say is it worth it I have been doing this for 12 years if you wish to attract more fans then please let us express our views,I will now put my next vist on hold.Good luck to all the players in the future Didcot Town FC is only 10 miles away.(86.160.183.109)
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[13/11/2007 23:03:11] Barry wrote:
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Why do we struggle to get big crowds?. (80.0.80.119)
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[09/11/2007 16:46:15] Veteran Supporter. wrote:
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Good luck to Charlie Comyn-Platt he was a very good player when he was at Swindon Town FC, he never had the breaks he deserved I am sure he will do well at Weston.I am looking to my next vist to Weston in afew weeks time,see you all soon. (86.155.204.53)
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[05/11/2007 21:38:27] Larry Blair wrote:
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Attn Paul Bliss. Hi Paul remember me East Worle We won the lot. How,s the shoe buisness. That was fun in those days back in the 80,s. Hope your well great to see you as Chairman. Trust all is well. Best wishes Larry. (84.69.181.230)
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[03/11/2007 15:39:27] Weston man wrote:
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To improve the side can't we bring in a few players on loan?? Bristol City have a load of good youngsters who would gain experience playing here for a month or so, Frankie Artus, Tristan Plummer etc.(86.154.3.6)
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[02/11/2007 11:28:28] malc wrote:
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DO you need a physio.(90.202.213.51). (News Article 9th October 07, We have also secured the services of two top class physiotherapists; John Whiley and Darren James. John was with Bristol City last year and Darren was with Torquay.)
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[01/11/2007 10:01:15] AC wrote:
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For Diehardseagullsfan:
To add to the response you have received from Admin; the admission prices for games are directed by The Football Conference; it is not possible to reduce costs for these games without the express permission of the Football Conference. As regards half-price games, again it is unlikely that the Football Conference will agree to this. You may not be aware that the club have gone 'the extra-mile' by allowing all children under the age of 16 to come to watch all games free (on the proviso that they are in possession of a membership card which they can collect from the club offices at any time). This has received wide publicity on local radio, the Weston Mercury and indeed in the Sunday Independent. We are always tryiing to increase the publicity for the club in the media and on radio; however we are competing in a very 'stringent market' for all this, especially when we are asking people to do this for free. I take your point about increased coverage in the local media and hold meetings with the local press as often as is possible. I am currently negotiating on a further initiative with the Weston Mercury which I hope will be launched inside the next month. Thank you for your comments, and we will continue to try to get it right!(82.110.109.208)
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[31/10/2007 09:10:47] diehardseagullsfan wrote:
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All your points have been taken on board, and thanks for taking the time to answer my area's of concern. I am in no way convinced, but I'm a fair sportsman, so in good faith I'll stick with it, and see if anything you've said comes to any fruition.
It just annoys me so so much that we cannot attract a decent crowd yet we charge an astounding amount at the gate and "wonder why" !!!
Anyone who might come to Woodspring for the first time is gonna be scared off bigtime by seeing the admission price but perhaps doesn't think on far enough to know that'll have an impact on the budget and how it determines what the manager can buy. Perhaps a section in the Weston Mercury explaining this wouldn't go a miss??
How about doing a few half price games to attract the "punters" as a sort of lost leader to try and attract the numbers?
Just a few thoughts that might improve attendance! In the meantime, we'll battle on! (194.205.142.52)(Admin- We have one of the cheapest Admission prices in the League. Most clubs are charge �10 this season)
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[30/10/2007 15:09:37] diehardseagullsfan wrote:
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Point taken about new ideas etc, but come on it doesn't require someone to be made a Director to bring new ideas to the club, and to help the admin of bringing in new crowds.
The last point incidentally means what exactly? "Help in the admin of bringing in the crowds" means.......?????
The last few home matches crowds have been a total joke, as in people have actually laughing when the crowd attendance is given out over that diabolical PA we have!
Paulton Rovers don't have half the stand and facilites we do, yet they pull a nice steady number of crowds, and then they are worth watching, plus you don't get Dick Turpin at the turnstile. What I'm trying to say is: Stop appointing Directors, lower the price of the admissions, get a decent team who can play football worth watching and maybe local Westonions would come and watch us.
I was stood next to a former Weston player at last Monday's match, and even he left early coz he said it was just embarrassing! You've alot to learn here! (194.205.142.52)(Admin: When we got promoted and had a good FA Cup run the crowds went up because we were doing well, Last season we struggled and the crowds went down. This happens to most clubs, and its the nature of the beast, Paulton over the last couple of Seasons have done well and they gates may of incressed due to this. But this is when we need to count on the clubs die hard fans to come along and support us. Even though we may have had a few poor games we are still in a position far better than most believed was possible, at the start of the season. Two things you mention PA and Admission cost. To spend money on a new PA System, and then cut down on revenue from gate means only one thing less money for the manager, which means less of an experienced side.which means more poor football, which means less of a crowd and your back to start the again. A club Director, is voted on by the Board of Directors. An Associate Director, helps with matchday tasks and gives his time to the running of a Football Club. Both must be appointed by the Chairman and his Board of Directors. Both cost the club nothing, but give the club an extra pair of hands, which is much need at this level of Football. Also a New Director need to be appointed to overlook the College Academy side, which I believe will be looked after By Oliver Bliss. I hope I have covered most of your queries as a seem to have rambled on a bit)
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[30/10/2007 14:25:03] diehardseagullsfan wrote:
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We need more fans not a new bl**dy director! God almighty, when is somebody gonna wake up and take note of the abysmal crowd numbers! It's embarassing!!! (194.205.142.52)(Admin- We need new Directors and Volunters to bring in new ideas to the club and help in the adminstration of bring in the Crowds.)
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[28/10/2007 11:03:04] Yeung Ting Fai wrote:
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I come from Hong Kong and I know this team because I use this team in the game---"Football Manager". Therefore, I go to your official website and want to know more about Weston-super-Mare. This website attract me a lot and I think your club's facilities are quite beautiful. At least I feel very comfort to see a "small" football club in England which the management is quite systematic and professional. I will continue to draw attention to your team's developmant. Best wish with all the team members, including players, chairman and those staffs. (61.18.170.140)
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