Hampton

[Number 9]

Just been informed Hampton have wrote into the league with there resignation to commence end of this season. Is this correct? I personally hope this is incorrect. The league has already lost perkins could be devastating to lose another prem club!

[simplyme]

If this is true, I'd be curious to know why.
They seem to have a good side there.

Maybe Hypia can comment?

[Number 9]

Simplyme- just heard the reason being no help behind the scenes. surely if this is case, players can help with donkey work!

[Celtic 2, The Mighty Gers 4]

You and that big bloody rumour mill Mickey ehhh!!!!

Would be a a massive loss tho if another Prem club folded at the end of this season.

[Number 9]

You and that big bloody rumour mill Mickey ehhh!!!!

Would be a a massive loss tho if another Prem club folded at the end of this season.

got it on good authority otherwise wouldn't of asked on here. Worst thing being with 2 clubs pulling out could mean coates get promotion by default. what a disaster that would be, a team that couldn't even beat a reserve team in our topl league.

[CAFC]

Amusing. Not that it's going to happen as we quite clearly do not have the facilities for the leap or the league position. Minor issues.

Maybe you should have to beat the best reserve team first. :soo:
Or maybe, what about this one, maybe players who are good enough to play at a higher level should play at a higher level. Some may call it pot hunting. Personally I don't before you start ranting and raving as I am fully aware that the majority of your reserves have been at W'sey for a long time but when so many players who played a few games in the Prem last season (and did not look out of place) play in Combination 1, what do you expect. Success, obviously.

If players would rather play in Comb 1 than in the Prem for a different club then that is their choice. It says something about YOUR football club now doesn't it ?

[CAFC]

Or what about this one. Coates get the worst deal ever and get in the Prem. You could sign for us and then get a game in the Prem. Now how funny would that be. You wearing a Coates shirt brilliant. But as you have said before you like to see local teams doing well, don't you ?

[Number 9]

cafc your right it says a lot about our club that players have loyalty, respect and Love for whittlesey united that we are in it together, that said if a player leaves to progress his career that is equally rewarding that the club has developed him to that level. I was being genuine as last time I looked at your table it was possible for you to finish 4th. Still if your happy for your season to be over and give up on wat might be a possibility that's your choice. I thought u would of learned overlast few weeks- never say never, always belive and you Will achieve. Still if u have given up that's your call!

[Number 9]

Played in the prem and I'm sure will do again 1 day but I assure you now will only be for whittlesey. Coates shirt-me you must be mad that's like gary munns going round with jet black hair not gonna happen son shine sorry!

[CAFC]

Not given up on the football. But i'm sure you are aware of the league requirements in terms of facilities.

Still does not explain why you think it would be the worst thing ever ?

[CAFC]

No need to apologise. Nice to see that you have no anamosity towards Coates. And you only just said never say never. Shall I cancel the 7 dayer then ?

[Number 9]

Not given up on the football. But i'm sure you are aware of the league requirements in terms of facilities.

Still does not explain why you think it would be the worst thing ever ?

would show our leagues going backwards, not good enough to beat a reserve team I know lets put um in the prem. my suggestion would be eye or stilton. If u was to go up then fair play!

[Number 9]

I'm sure u wouldn't want me at coates about a much as I'd wanna be there. Lot of time for your lads at coates at the end of the day when the become good established players they wanna come whittlesey anyway

[CAFC]

Eye or Stilton ! That makes sense !

How about Chatteris and Ramsey as they already have the requirements in terms of facilities. (Don't know about Rutland). Although if you beat Chatteris in the cup final that shouldn't be allowed either, presumably.

Maybe, Perkins and Hampton players (if what you are saying is true) would be looking for another Prem club to play football at ? Maybe some of the lads from the Reserves will try their luck with a new team if they aint getting a chance in the firsts ?

If's but's and maybe's. Does that mean that we would lower the standard of the Prem, who knows.

[red card]

bad news for prem if hampton do fold, that only leaves two city sides. you city boys will have to come to the fens for a game in the prem! on a serious note, i dont know the situation at fletton but there was talk of them folding if they couldnt carry on at woodlands? and then there,s psl, there pitch owned by council, hopefully they dont decide to develope that to fill there greedy pockets???? i sincerally hope not!

[Number 9]

was just a suggestion no I couple of lads from stilton there a good side and would appear eye are better, think there more equiped than coates. Thought ramsey go up anyway but chatteris are below you are they not?

[CAFC]

Maybe we don't have many established players then. You have only had 2 in 11 years. Although I understand that your dad has stated that there are others that would be welcome. Even a forward, maybe he can play in midfield as well. To be fair i'm sure there will be more departures particularly now you have seen them play. Personally I would be after a couple but that's where it's our job to offer that little bit extra to keep them.

Not want you ? Everybody is welcome at Coates.

[bratts]

Red Card - as far as i am aware mate PSL is here for a long time, there been no chit chat that i am aware to suggest otherwise ( unless you know something i dont ). With these clubs folding it can only be bad for prem footy!! Should make summertime shopping good though for a few clubs!!

[CAFC]

Don't know if you have noticed, so are Eye and Stilton ! Prem status is currently on facilities AND league position. Although NEW teams could be theoretically included at the discretion of the league.

Anyway enough chatter. I don't like to see established clubs fold. It only goes to show how difficult it is to run a successful club these days.

[bluestar]

Now you have p****D me off Gary - How much do I have to pay you to take the little bstard to Coates.:)

[CAFC]

If you had asked me 2 weeks ago. A cup final would have covered it. Or Hibbo subbed at half time.

[Barrel]

Amusing. Not that it's going to happen as we quite clearly do not have the facilities for the leap or the league position. Minor issues.

Maybe you should have to beat the best reserve team first. :soo:
Or maybe, what about this one, maybe players who are good enough to play at a higher level should play at a higher level. Some may call it pot hunting. Personally I don't before you start ranting and raving as I am fully aware that the majority of your reserves have been at W'sey for a long time but when so many players who played a few games in the Prem last season (and did not look out of place) play in Combination 1, what do you expect. Success, obviously.

If players would rather play in Comb 1 than in the Prem for a different club then that is their choice. It says something about YOUR football club now doesn't it ?

Sad news about Hampton if true.

'maybe players who are good enough to play at a higher level should play at a higher level' - Does that mean you will be advising some of your better players to make the step up in the summer?

Just three years ago the same nucleus of players within the WUFC reserve side were getting beat week in week out, particularly when the likes of Matty Heron, Bobby Dart, Luke Quince and Lee Baker first joined us at the age of 15/16 as they were developing their game and adapting to senior football, seeing them develop not only as footballers but individuals has been a pleasure for myself, Mick and Col.

As has been stated on here before, in the summer Lee attracted a number of players from outside the club whom he thought would help to give the first team a shot at regaining the Premier League title, as these players joined,there were a number of players that filtered through to the reserve side, these lads could all have left Whittlesey United and joined the majority of other Premier Division side's but due to the fact that they are all Whittlesey lads and Mick and I spoke to them all stating how important they were to the club, they all made the decision to stay with the club and have been a key part in helping the side to progress and developing the games of the other players within the side who will undoubtedly play an integral part in the club's future. Ask Micky Gale, Hibbo and Adam Moore if they are enjoying their football.

None of us who run the reserves expected success this season, we knew we'd be in with a good chance of winning a trophy with the side we had assembled and were looking to push on from last season's 4th placed finish but no one should expect success to fall at their feet, we certainly don't. We're well aware that we're in a good position now but their is a long long way to go and we haven't won anything yet, i believe that by showing the same skill and mindset as we have in the last 7 months we can though.

Regards, Barrel

[Raph]

Don't relegate Oundle - they've just had a bad season and have the facilities, the energy and the potential to get back up there again. Also have the history too. That would solve one place. Bring Eye/Stilton up too.

[brads83]

yeah good idea should oundle or stamford bells go down keep them up you mean!!!:soo:

[moe]

Bratts,
I have been told that the PSL club has been sold to the Parkway club and some of the land to Thistlemoor road doctors, Is the pitch still going to be there. Have you guys sorted things out with the new owners for the next few seasons then, I only ask because I was wondering what was happen to PSL when the club closed or will it be just a name change.
Again this is only what I have been told I do not know.

[Number 9]

raph your right byt then divsion 1 then has fewer teams, so you promote more from division 2 soon you have a division 2 that is half full and has a massive step to division 1. This problem has occured because of the re struction of the leagues. They should of stayed the same as before. Teams would drop out but you would have more room to filter the effect of the leagues.

Barrel, your correct mate could win 4 trophies this year but just as equally could win none. Back to the league for a while now and this where we become a good team!! Im sure we will :uk2:

[Lee]

From what we understand Moe the Parkway have acquired the club and land. They have told us at the Football Club we can stay albeit maybe a name change in the future and an overhaul of our facilities is lined up.

Sad to see (if true) another team fold but I am sure the players will join other teams in the leagues and strengthen them doing so.

[bratts]

Moe - just to back up what lee has said and to push it further - at our clubs last committee meeting we was informed of the take over of PSL by Parkway. As far as we are away the pitch and club will be left alone apart from the clubhouse, changing facilities being ripped down and new ones built..and as lee says the club may have a change of name...from what we was told though this will be sometime in the next 3-5 years...but if it comes sooner ( and there is no longer a football club at PSL ) and any teams are looking for 2 eager managers ( we come as a couple :wed: ) then gives us a shout lol...

Raph - totally agree mate, if we are losing 2 teams from our league then no one should get relegated, but we all know what funny buggas PDFL can be...

[CAFC]

Ben, that is why I said that it says something about YOUR club, the fact that they are prepared to play for the reserves even though they are capable of playing at a higher level.

I'm also sure that some of our better players have already recieved plenty of advice about playing at a higher level. I would also love to take them to that level.

Can't believe we now have 2 suggestions that Eye/Stilton should go to the Prem. No disrespect but one good season in Div2 don't make you a Prem side.

Jimmy, I agree that maybe Ramsey (if they win the league) take the place of Perkins.

[bratts]

CAFC - has div 1 been harder than you thought it would be? I always watch for your results and if i am honest i expected to see you challenging for honours this season!!

Whittlesey Res should be up for a ' TEAM OF THE YEAR AWARD ' surely!! Even if they fail to take all the cups and the league ( Personally cant see them being stopped ).....

[CAFC]

With the likes of Ramsey, Long Sutton (started off well), Netherton and Rutland, It was always going to be a tough division. You have to be at the top of your game more often than not, compared with Div2. The football is consistently better and mistakes are punished as you have probably seen in th Prem. Too many draws.

[Number 9]

Bratts don't no about team of the year we could end up with nothing. But on the support every other team is giving us in fantastic.
Be great to see you all at wisbeech on 16 april
focus on 25 april
histon on 30 april for the finals

[Lee]

Think even if there were no trophies number 9 you will agree all the cup finals and league form warrant praise. I'm with Jimmy on this one - Team of the Year. Im pleased you have done so well.

[Number 9]

yeah has been fantastic so far but we still have 18 games left and while getting to the finals is great winning um is something else here goes to 18 more game and counting!
success is measured in many forms but this year we have achieved on all fronts on and off the field.

cafc from little I have seen think u need more strength in depth, abit more B0llocks and experience then u will be a good side ready for the prem up until then u would struggle at next level!

[CAFC]

Agree on 2 fronts. Plus a 30 goal a season man, if you know of such a beast. That is not being disrespectful to the lads I have and maybe they will find the net consistently in the future but this season we havn't.

[moe]

I am glad that PSL are safe from being homeless, as for the relegation, promotion to compensate for perkins and possibly Hampton maybe the answer could be to leave well alone usual promotion and relegation but instead they all play league as normal then after everyone played each other home and away top six play each other again to sort out top league final standings and bottom half do the same all points throughout the season count.

[Number 9]

a 30 goal a season man is every1 answer we fortunate we have a50 goal a season man atleast. Remember though cafc u was winning and scoring wasn't an issue it was defending. The Banter was way over the top from all people but the bragging rights are now with us although as I read you still believe your better than us, how that is wen we beat u twice in 2weeks

[bratts]

Number 9 - i know you have quality thoughout your team, but is HIBBO the main reason your doing so well this season. Now i know it takes a squad of players n not just one player, but take away the amount of goals he has banged in this season for you, would you still be where you are. I bumped into him at the manor swimming pool ( pre-season ) and tried to lure him to farcet ( which is where i was at ), but fair play to the lad instead of giving you the usual ****e he was honest and said he wanted to give it a go with you lads at whittlesey.

Any news or luck with a 1st team manager for next season yet?

[bluestar]

Boy - you certainly take after mums side of the family :tpd: After all Nan can certainly go on a bit:joke:

Time to concentrate on the remainder of the season and leave them nice boys at Coates F.C. alone ( well until next year at least) :whs:

[Number 9]

Hibbo talent is a great boost and as a goal scorer I will say there is no 1 as good as hibbo in peterborough league! But we are also solid at the back strong in midfield and together we work hard to get hibbo the chances, long may it continue!
regards to the managers job I believe there is intrest from a few parties but as far as I'm aware nothing is decided yet and I'm positive they would still be intrested in talking to new candidates!Intrested?

[CAFC]

Not sure where you read that. Maybe you read between the lines again. You and the world knows that you beat us twice. West Ham have beat Man Utd in the last 2 games, does that mean that West Ham are better than Man U, of course it does !!

And credit where credit is due the success you have had this season is with out doubt outstanding and is well deserved.

[bluestar]

Bratts - if you had bumped into Hibbo how come you are still walking and in one piece:)

Without doubt Hibbo is the best finisher I have been involved with - and don't know of any club who couldnt say they wouldnt miss that number of goals - What I do know is that he is also a brilliant team man, he has brought the youngsters along with him, and as a whittlesey lad is enjoying the season (and as far as the season we have had,who wouldnt.)
Unfortunately there seems to be a fixation at the moment with the view that players like Hibbo should only look to play for teams in the Prem, however perhaps guys like Harbs, Bainsey,Hibbo and even our "friend" at Warboys could put a different perspective on it - it might be that they are enjoying the craic, and just wanna play with their mates - and for some of us maybe thats what grass roots footie is all about.

Of course its easier to say that when you have someone like Hibbo in your team, but trust me whilst he is different class in front of goal he is a great lad and a pleasure to have at the club off the pitch, and you cannot ask for more than that. Get along to one of our finals and watch a master at work.:uk2:

[bluestar]

Awww gee gary - I always knew you really cared :kissin:

( P.S. something must be wrong with my PC haven't seen your application for our vacancy yet:) )

[Number 9]

I'm sure when the pcs fixed bluestar cafc application will be reight there next to your own!

[bluestar]

Nah mate - got a much more important job - teaching you how to write and spell :kissin:

[Number 9]

so as munnsy rebuilding coates both suggestions deserved the same thought. they were both as realistic as each other. munnsy getting our job would be like keegan going back to the toon army, just can't work!

[bratts]

Number 9 - i am happy at PSL at the moment, havent thought about looking at another club to manage ( not yet anyway lol ), a club / team like whittlesey need a good experienced manager for there 1st team. I am still learning the ropes in managing a prem team and wouldnt consider myself good enough ( not yet!! ) to take over at a club like yours. I want to establish myself with PSL ( along with Lee's help, and we have a great relationship ) before even considering a move. Regarding hibbo, i have played against many times ( mainly on a sunday am, few years back and when he was a little bigger ) and he was a prolific scorer and top bloke back then and still consider him to be the same.

[Barrel]

Thanks for the positive comments guys, hope to see some of you at our finals particularly the Cambs Junior Cup at Histon where we will be flying the Peterborough League Flag against our Cambridge league counterparts.

The lads have been tremendous so far but as i keep saying we still have a long way to go and lots of hard work to put in to reach our goals, we've done fantastically well so far but must continue the run we've been on and the mantra of 'one game at a time'.

We have a very tough game at Fletton on Saturday and that's all we're looking forward to at the moment!

[Number 9]

Wish you sucess @ PSL and if the clubs getting a spruce up wont be a bad thing. Who ever come in at Whittlesey will get the full support from all at the reserves as wellas the first teams on goping support obviously. Maybe the right man can bring back the glory days. As a club i believe we are stable finacially and facilties wise and we have a fantastic Chairman(abit like ambromvich but hes got slightly more money and alot less spare time on his hands.Good luck to whoever applies and gets the role!!!!!!!!:kissin:

[bratts]

Number 9 - let us na when your final at histon is n ko time etc, sure me n lee will come along and give our support.

[Number 9]

Final @ Histon is on 30th April KIck off 7:30, there is a bus leaving from childers whittlesey, or alternativly make your own way there. The more the merrier all support is much appreciated!:uk2:

[WUFC]

Thanks for that number 9, Don't know about the money well possibly before i got involved with you lot ha ha and i defiantly don't have the spare time he does.

The coach tickets will be on sale for the Histon game from the weekend @ £8 each

[Number 9]

remember you need to save some spare seats 4 you wallet and the trophy mr chairman.Tickets are fair price mate sure the'll be plenty of takers!

[Hyypia]

If this is true, I'd be curious to know why.
They seem to have a good side there.

Maybe Hypia can comment?

Don't know too much about the whole situation, but I do know Humpy is stepping down as 1st team manager at the end of the season.

Don't know if the club will fold but i suppose it's a possibility. But if Number 9's initial post is accurate then i guess it is more than a possibility