Kodjias Wrist Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 3 hours ago, MartockRed said: "Freeeeedom!" I was thinking along the lines of: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobBobSuperBob Posted January 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 1 minute ago, Kodjias Wrist said: I was thinking along the lines of: You are about to embark upon the Great Crusade, toward which we have striven these many months. The eyes of the world are upon you Great bit of speech that Might have to go a bit wary , with that , with some of the new signings though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kodjias Wrist Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 1 minute ago, BobBobSuperBob said: Great bit of speech that Might have to go a bit wary , with that , with some of the new signings though Whatever you do dont mention the war ! In all seriousness cant we send it to the fans liaison officer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midred Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 I can't remember what Divvy said to them 3 years ago but the personal presentation certainly grabbed their attention! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leaning To One Side Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 Nice one Bob, get in that dressing room my son Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davefevs Posted January 24, 2017 Report Share Posted January 24, 2017 2 hours ago, Midred said: I can't remember what Divvy said to them 3 years ago but the personal presentation certainly grabbed their attention! I said on another thread that we need a new "Divvy" type moment. Doesn't have to be a rallying cry from a fan, or a speech, just something that they can all hand a change in results upon....superstitious lot are footballers. Let's hope its not 13 straight defeats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2017 Report Share Posted January 25, 2017 11 hours ago, BobBobSuperBob said: Probably a vain hope , but hoping that at least one or more of the players have a look at this forum Our Head Coach and owner can only be clear about the issues they have to consider and address but this is what I would like to say to the players, if I could The Forum , or open Letter to the Evening Rag is about the only way I can think of doing so Would be good for others , if interested to add your own messages if you feel so inclined - (All I can ask is that they are sensible , critical , but not abusive as this would IMHO somewhat defeat the object, if we have any hope of them sitting up and taking any notice at all !) Open Letter to Players You are , to a man , privileged to pull on the shirt of Bristol City FC , a club that has been in existence for over 100 years , and a Club that will remain long after you , or I, have long gone. You are custodians of a shirt that many before you have worn with pride As professionals I would hope that you all are , at least , somewhere near as frustrated as the supporters are right now , and also feel a dent in your professional pride , or even a tad of shame that you are part of a squad that has broken a club record for consecutive defeats. Even in the early 1980s when we had a club close to going out of existence , a side cobbled together of players rejected by other clubs, youngsters thrown into the fight, and players recruited from non-league, we never lost eight league games in a row. The (Vast majority at least) of fans are fed up , yet , on the whole have been extremely patient and supportive of your efforts to date Your head coach , and even the owner, have been subject of heavy scrutiny and criticism. As players I'd suggest you have on the whole escaped the criticism that such a period would normally bring. When the whistle blows you are the only people that can affect what happens and influence our current predicament Please don't hide behind the obvious , and public criticism of the Head Coach at the present time, , and please don't be complacent because the heat is on the Head Coach , rather than you players at the present time At least have enough self pride that you don't leave a legacy , that you were part of one of the most , if not the most ,embarrassing, and unnecessary relegations in the Clubs long history. Enough is enough , I personally don't really care anymore whether you like the Head Coach , like the tactics , the formation , the pitch , whether you get on with all your team mates , or anything else What I would like to see right now , ( as most supporters, I would suggest ,and hope ) is for you to put any grievances and disgruntlement in a box , and get hold of your own professional pride and give absolutely everything , in training and on the pitch , from this point on I would hope you would be able to do this for your own professional pride , for the supporters who have backed and continue to back you when the whistle goes , and for the owner , who is a decent man and pays you handsomely for your efforts You as individuals , and as a collective , have far too much ability to be in this situation. Now is the time not only to show that ability , but also strength of character and humility , to put any issues to one side, and give everything for yourselves , for the non playing staff at the Football Club , for the owner , and for the supporters. Time to show some self pride and professionalism , Please If you do that , you will undoubtedly receive the full and obvious vocal support from those who follow you and support you around the country. The time for any personal issues , or disgruntlement has passed Time to pull that shirt on , look around the dressing room , look each other in the eye , and vow individually , and collectively as a squad to turn this around , and prove that you are better than the recent months have suggest If you are not committed to the common cause for the next few months , please speak to the Head Coach or the owner and explain this , and ask not to be considered as part of the common cause that is required. Your reputations and legacy are very much in your own hands. Time to come together as a squad , for yourselves if no one else. Thankyou Just too long for the players. Break it down into 140 characters messages, add some GIFS, photos and videos. You might just about keep their attention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted January 25, 2017 Report Share Posted January 25, 2017 3 hours ago, Lucan said: I know I will probably get dogs abuse for this, but that really was an epic waste of time. Its highly unlikely any of the players will read it, and if they its the kind of thing they are doubtlessly told every time the team huddles in the changing room. Also, this is all based around the idea that these players feel the pride of playing for City. That they see it as a privilege. This is not the case... only the most romantic of rose tinted fans would dream otherwise summary: pointless Why bother applauding at a game then in that case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New2City Posted January 25, 2017 Report Share Posted January 25, 2017 3 hours ago, Lucan said: I know I will probably get dogs abuse for this, but that really was an epic waste of time. Its highly unlikely any of the players will read it, and if they its the kind of thing they are doubtlessly told every time the team huddles in the changing room. Also, this is all based around the idea that these players feel the pride of playing for City. That they see it as a privilege. This is not the case... only the most romantic of rose tinted fans would dream otherwise summary: pointless Count me as an owner of rose-tinted spectacles then... because I absolutely believe that the team feels pride in the privilege of playing for City. I believe that they draw strength from the support of the fans, that they grow even a little taller from the applause and the chants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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