LondonBristolian Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 To be honest, I'm hoping we haven't signed them yet. I'd be dead chuffed if we managed to get one of our midfielders shifted and get a leader in the middle of the park in their place and give him the armband. Given that might not be realistic, I think Cunningham'd get my vote at the moment. Don't know enough about Flint to comment on him though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Brent Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 I'd say Flint, has the right character from what I've seen of him. Worrying lack of candidates. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orbital Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 It needs to be given to someone that is going to consistently play week in week out so that there is continuity and respect for having it. Captaincy shouldn't be tossed around as it symbolises leadership and strength. That narrows the candidates. Ruling out the lack of a credible attacking leader and looking at midfield, can anyone say who is going to line up there next year? I certainly am not sure, Kelly has been ok but not spectacular, Marv is not the player he was, Will Kilkenny get consistent game time? Will Wynter start much? It is difficult to pick a captain if you arn't sure he will play, maybe this will become clearer after the first few games when we hopefully begin to see a settled side. That leaves the back 5. While they are good players I don't see our young fullbacks as leaders of men. They are a great pair of pros but I'm not sure about them being captain material. I don't think you could give it to Flint which leaves the out of contract Nyatanga and Fontaine. While Fonts was given the unenviable task of captaining a turd going down the drain last term, with a positive start, a fresh team with new faces and a shifting club ethos, who is to say he may not be an altogether different leader next time. For me it goes down to two, a rampant Marv if he can terrorise L1 next term would get the nod if he can be a force again, if not Fonts. Not exactly convinced though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cummins17 Posted June 19, 2013 Report Share Posted June 19, 2013 Been thinking about this for a while myself and I can't look past Cunningham, he is easily our best player, fairly experienced even though he is still young and the only player to show he was a real winner in our team last season. Therefore I can't really look past him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tall King Blox Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 I'd say Flint, has the right character from what I've seen of him. Worrying lack of candidates. tis still early day's...seems to have the right attributes but lets see how he fits in, not a knock btw, but my gut feeling is greg.....sadly i dont trust my guts,....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBW Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Does being Captain actually mean/do anything these days? Really?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanatopia Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 We have few, if any, leaders that I can think of. Not sure why people are suggesting Flint; rarely would a captaincy be given to a new 'kid' . Maybe he is not yet at the club; Pirlo would be my choice, lorra larfs. Wow,, just imagine having him in the middle of the park heh . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanatopia Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Does being Captain actually mean/do anything these days? Really?... Oh yesssssssssss. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negan Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Cunningham or Flint Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 We have few, if any, leaders that I can think of. Not sure why people are suggesting Flint; rarely would a captaincy be given to a new 'kid' . Maybe he is not yet at the club; Pirlo would be my choice, lorra larfs. Wow,, just imagine having him in the middle of the park heh . I can't say it would bother me in the slightest for it to be given to a new player. For me, if they're part of SOD's plans and captain material, I don't mind if they've been here 10 minutes or 10 years. The club is desperately trying to "reinvent" and shake off the damage that the last few seasons has done, and with everything else that's changed, a fresh start on the captaincy is as good a place as any! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric04 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 This question has really highlighted the lack of leaders we have at the club. I know SO'D's general policy will be to sign under24s now, but we desperately need a 'general' on the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor10 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 I would give it to Cunningham. He's young and may not have the captain experience but he can certainly grow into it. He leads by example and will be huge for us next season. Plus it's just another reason for him to stay Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelRobartes Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Does being Captain actually mean/do anything these days? Really?... It doesn't mean as much anymore in my opinion, but the real issue is the lack of any leadership in our squad. Who they pick as captain doesn't really matter but we could certainly do with a bit more on-field leadership this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JammyOne Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 It has to be Greg surely. The only one who stands out. Maybe Albert Adomah if he stays? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SecretSam Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Does being Captain actually mean/do anything these days? Really?... It's an interesting thing, so much is loaded onto it in the UK yet on the continent, it's not a big deal. They usually give it to the oldest player in the team in Italy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glynriley Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Definitely wouldn't give it to Flint. He's a new signing who's still quite young, he doesn't need the added pressure of leading the team IMO, after all, look how it affected Fontaine. If it was my choice I'd give it to (probably) Cunningham if he's still here, bit I expect it will be Kilkenny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Does being Captain actually mean/do anything these days? Really?... If it's the right choice it can make all the difference. If a Captain is chosen for no other reason than he is long serving, local, or popular amongst the players then he is being given the job for the wrong reason and will have little effect on his team mates and performances. If he is chosen for his character and leadership qualities, because he stands out from the pack as someone his team mates respect, then he can be a force to positively improve the performance of each individual and the team as a whole. Contrast an inspirational leader like Shaun Taylor with unmotivational characters like Skuse and Fontaine and the difference is clear for all to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 If it's the right choice it can make all the difference. If a Captain is chosen for no other reason than he is long serving, local, or popular amongst the players then he is being given the job for the wrong reason and will have little effect on his team mates and performances. If he is chosen for his character and leadership qualities, because he stands out from the pack as someone his team mates respect, then he can be a force to positively improve the performance of each individual and the team as a whole. Contrast an inspirational leader like Shaun Taylor with unmotivational characters like Skuse and Fontaine and the difference is clear for all to see. Spot on fella. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Definitely wouldn't give it to Flint. He's a new signing who's still quite young, he doesn't need the added pressure of leading the team IMO, after all, look how it affected Fontaine. If it was my choice I'd give it to (probably) Cunningham if he's still here, bit I expect it will be Kilkenny. I don't think it was so much the pressure that affected Fontaine. I'd say more an inability to organise, influence, inspire or motivate that ultimately let him down! Flint does have captains experience at Alfreton. Different level I know but still would have been good experience. A future captain perhaps, if not now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 As for who the Captain should be, as things stand Cunningham or Flint. I wouldn't rule Flint out just because he's a newcomer, if he's the sort of character to shout at, cajole and get more out of the comfort club of Fontaine, Pearson and Kilkenny etc. - if they stay - then he'll do for me. It's a fresh start so in many ways choosing a player untainted by last season's collective failure would make sense, and watching him berate last seasons' slackers - if they dare to slack again - would provide alot of satisfaction for the fans. The other outstanding candidate would be Cunningham, who, despite the odd rush of blood, has shown sufficient commitment in his performances to warrant the role and I'd see him as the favourite at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 I'll be shocked if it's not Kilkenny, SoD seems to rate him extremely highly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Everyone has a clean slate for me this season, so if SOD can get the best out of Killa then great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Know the Score Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 If nyatanga resigns put money on it that being the skipper was a bargaining chip to keep him at Ashton gate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 If nyatanga resigns put money on it that being the skipper was a bargaining chip to keep him at Ashton gate The best we could hope for is that he resigns! Or did you mean re-signs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Uncle Albert Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 The best we could hope for is that he resigns! Or did you mean re-signs? Oh dear me. Thanks for clarifying that haha! I was trying to get my head round that! Haha! Doh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taylor10 Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 I personally wouldn't give it to Flint, but then if he is to be a main stay in the back 4 all season and SoD wants to build the back 4 around him it might be a good idea. I don't think there is a need for him to be, it could even put unnecessary pressure on him. Trouble is there isn't really a stand out candidate, but we don't know who will be coming and going just yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 lets see who else comes in...not inspired by anyone last season enough to be an easy choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Know the Score Posted June 20, 2013 Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 The best we could hope for is that he resigns! Or did you mean re-signs? My bad:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted June 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2013 Harry, start a poll, just tried myself and failed miserably...people respect your knowledge of the game, well at least i do ! Mmmm...I can't seem to be able to create a Poll either? Still none the wiser as to who's up for the captaincy job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshtonGreat Posted June 21, 2013 Report Share Posted June 21, 2013 I'll be shocked if it's not Kilkenny, SoD seems to rate him extremely highly. Please God, no Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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