The Exiled Robin Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 In this, the final part of my triple-bill of pieces on new head coach Sean O'Driscoll, I offer my own view on what challenges he has, what it means to the structure of the club, why he chose us over Blackpool and Barnsley and ponder whether this could be the start of something great. Please read - if you enjoy please share it, there are links to Facebook, Twitter and others at the bottom. I've had more than 3,500 views this week to date so plenty have been reading - hope you're mainly enjoying what you read! http://exiledrobin.blogspot.co.uk/2013/01/what-lies-ahead-for-sod-at-bristol-city.html Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristal Palace Posted January 16, 2013 Report Share Posted January 16, 2013 Great, thoughtful and informative article, loved it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Well written indeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bearded_red Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Another great read, thoroughly enjoyed both yours and the Doncaster/Forest fans blogs this week ER. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REDOXO Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 "Then Gary Johnson signed Dele Adebola, perhaps got scared of being so close to the Premier League and there was suddenly another option available - one which has sadly, seemingly been Plan A ever since." SPOT ON....It was horible to watch the transition from P&M to whoosh....And we have never recovered!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Exiled Robin Posted January 17, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Thanks all for the feedback, it means a lot when I've taken a bit of time to write something up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jordan Tansley Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I still think the rolling contract thing is being over blown and misrepresented, but as ever a superb read. It's funny that our website is so awful at times and then unpaid blog writers such as yourself give us average fans proper, deep and thoughtful analysis. Thank you again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaverface Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Although I think SOD will instill pass and move, pass and move over and over again, I do think we may revert to the ball over the top if it's perceived to be the right ball to play. I seem to recall an article I read where the opposition flooded the midfield to counteract SOD team, but they still tried to play through them and it didn't work. I'm sure SOD was then questioning why the "other" (or possibly correct) ball over the top wasn't played. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fiale Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Although I think SOD will instill pass and move, pass and move over and over again, I do think we may revert to the ball over the top if it's perceived to be the right ball to play. I seem to recall an article I read where the opposition flooded the midfield to counteract SOD team, but they still tried to play through them and it didn't work. I'm sure SOD was then questioning why the "other" (or possibly correct) ball over the top wasn't played. Especially as he told the team to play wide, he also put a notice on the dressing room door so the last thing the players would see is "no not play through the middle" - but he was disappointed to see them try to play their normal game through the middle, even though it repeatedly did not work........ players need to think, players need to learn, players need to adapt - Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaverface Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Especially as he told the team to play wide, he also put a notice on the dressing room door so the last thing the players would see is "no not play through the middle" - but he was disappointed to see them try to play their normal game through the middle, even though it repeatedly did not work........ players need to think, players need to learn, players need to adapt - That's what I'm looking forward to - SOD bringing in players who can take responsibility and think for themselves. I've always admired managers and players who can talk a good game - because generally they tend to deliver. The exception to this rule is Martin O'Neil who completely baffles me and yet consistently puts out competitive sides !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYTRAM Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 As always a bloody good read full of thought and insight, I'm pleased its not wasted on us less articulate of supporters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldstandrobin Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 excellent read thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucksred Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Very good article, well written, and spot on too. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CiderHider Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 Thoroughly good read as usual, cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chappers Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I really enjoyed reading that, a very good assessment, and no wild optimism. I genuinely think that we need to look longer term even if it means relegation, there is a danger that we will continue looking at short term fixes in an effort to stay in the Championship, rather than building a solid platform for the future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall King Blox Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Thanks all for the feedback, it means a lot when I've taken a bit of time to write something up. You sir with the upmost respect, are a ledgend in yer own underpants, keep up the good work, enjoyed the read..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Exiled Robin Posted January 18, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 Again, many thanks to you all for the fabulous, positive feedback, I'm glad my efforts haven't gone to waste! Think the legend in my own underpants comment may have to be left to others to decide however..... :-) Let's hope he can kick off tomorrow with a rpeat of his last result - a 4-2 win against Leeds! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRL Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
City1984 Posted January 18, 2013 Report Share Posted January 18, 2013 We'll done Exiled Robin. Another excellent read. Keep em coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Skin Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 I really enjoyed reading that, a very good assessment, and no wild optimism. I genuinely think that we need to look longer term even if it means relegation, there is a danger that we will continue looking at short term fixes in an effort to stay in the Championship, rather than building a solid platform for the future. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sumcharred Posted January 19, 2013 Report Share Posted January 19, 2013 Great, thoughtful and informative article, loved it! +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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