Auld Jag Posted March 15, 2018 Report Share Posted March 15, 2018 6 hours ago, BowenBoys said: Hot ball, cold ball and Spikey ball. You need to see a doctor about that BB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delurker Posted March 16, 2018 Report Share Posted March 16, 2018 14 hours ago, Tom Stronach said: Well that’s just nonsense, isn’t it? The ‘Scottish cringe’ at its very worst. Quite; hysterical tabloid-style nonsense, 'Oh, what must they think of us ?' The answer is they don't think of us at all, Scottish football is largely ignored the world over (as is every other small country's). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fawlty Towers Posted March 18, 2018 Report Share Posted March 18, 2018 (edited) If we are to believe what we read in the press then we will require a replacement for Maxi soon. I can't see it being anyone currently involved in the office. It might be one of the current directors in the short term but I don't imagine they would want it longer term so who can we get? Ian McCall always said that he wanted to come back in that sort of role but given Ayr look like they will be in the Championship next season would he leave? Edited March 18, 2018 by Fawlty Towers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandy Posted March 18, 2018 Report Share Posted March 18, 2018 McCall is not the right person. We need someone with really strong business & project management skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Third Lanark Posted March 18, 2018 Report Share Posted March 18, 2018 31 minutes ago, sandy said: McCall is not the right person. We need someone with really strong business & project management skills. To be fair Sandy McCall probably has more of this than maxi had when he first started the role and I’m pretty sure he could learn as well - think as Martin suggests McCall would be a good shout Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted March 18, 2018 Report Share Posted March 18, 2018 4 hours ago, sandy said: We need someone with really strong business & project management skills. We also could do with someone who will stand up for the Jags supporter. Maybe someone who wouldn't simply accept the status quo seating allocation for a Scottish Cup game at Parkhead. Someone who would complain loudly and bitterly at the way our support is treated at NDP. Someone who could remind Ann Budge of our co-operation with her club and point out that getting charged £26/£19 for a seat, where you may or may not be able to see the near goalmouth, isn't the way to repay that co-operation. That's just three occasions this year (Palmerston wasn't that cleverly handled either) where I would expect someone from our Club to be fighting us fans' corner . 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearchar Posted March 19, 2018 Report Share Posted March 19, 2018 14 hours ago, lady-isobel-barnett said: We also could do with someone who will stand up for the Jags supporter. Maybe someone who wouldn't simply accept the status quo seating allocation for a Scottish Cup game at Parkhead. Someone who would complain loudly and bitterly at the way our support is treated at NDP. Someone who could remind Ann Budge of our co-operation with her club and point out that getting charged £26/£19 for a seat, where you may or may not be able to see the near goalmouth, isn't the way to repay that co-operation. That's just three occasions this year (Palmerston wasn't that cleverly handled either) where I would expect someone from our Club to be fighting us fans' corner . Old history, but the opportunity for that independent representation was lost with the "leap of faith" that cut out the independent fans' representation which was entitled to a seat on the board. I doubt if any board would willingly reintroduce such representation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norgethistle Posted March 19, 2018 Report Share Posted March 19, 2018 On 3/18/2018 at 5:57 PM, Third Lanark said: To be fair Sandy McCall probably has more of this than maxi had when he first started the role and I’m pretty sure he could learn as well - think as Martin suggests McCall would be a good shout Maxi had no experience previously just a love of the club, the game and a desire to learn and reach out for help and advice. In my opinion apart from one or two wee mistakes he’s done a fantastic job, and should be applauded for it 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckstone Posted March 23, 2018 Report Share Posted March 23, 2018 While the link below is obviously written from a certain viewpoint, I've been following this saga for long enough to know that the vast majority of the facts quoted are undisputed. It makes you wonder why Maxi (or indeed, anyone) would want to take on this role ..... https://thecelticblog.com/2018/03/blogs/the-hampden-ibrox-alliance-has-already-endangered-our-game-it-must-not-be-allowed-to-do-so-again/amp/?__twitter_impression=true 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted March 23, 2018 Report Share Posted March 23, 2018 20 minutes ago, Buckstone said: It makes you wonder why Maxi (or indeed, anyone) would want to take on this role ..... Been thinking that for some time. Can't help feeling that if anyone had aspirations of taking over that job they'd hang fire and let Regan's replacement take the flack. At present the position bar the obvious remuneration benefits has as much appeal as taking over Harold Shipman's practice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DenisOhDenis Posted March 24, 2018 Report Share Posted March 24, 2018 12 hours ago, Buckstone said: While the link below is obviously written from a certain viewpoint, I've been following this saga for long enough to know that the vast majority of the facts quoted are undisputed. It makes you wonder why Maxi (or indeed, anyone) would want to take on this role ..... https://thecelticblog.com/2018/03/blogs/the-hampden-ibrox-alliance-has-already-endangered-our-game-it-must-not-be-allowed-to-do-so-again/amp/?__twitter_impression=true Yes, written from a certain angle but it highlights the historic corruption at the heart of our game. The football authorities were complicit in Rangers' cheating of the taxman and EVERY other Scottish club, including Thistle, during the EBT years and the 'wee tax case' that preceded it. Have things really changed since? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
javeajag Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 McNamara leaves York City....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garscube Road End Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 1 hour ago, javeajag said: McNamara leaves York City....... Coming home? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 33 minutes ago, Garscube Road End said: Coming home? Your house? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garscube Road End Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 4 hours ago, BowenBoys said: Your house? Hell of a commute from Aberdeen to Firhil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BowenBoys Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 7 minutes ago, Garscube Road End said: Hell of a commute from Aberdeen to Firhil. Fortunately, he won't have to do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted March 27, 2018 Report Share Posted March 27, 2018 1 hour ago, Garscube Road End said: Hell of a commute from Aberdeen to Firhil. Particularly if he's banned from the rail network. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garscube Road End Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 (edited) 9 hours ago, BowenBoys said: Fortunately, he won't have to do that. You never know with Thistle. The stars are realigning. Maxi to the SFA,Archie upstairs and McNamara to lead our Championship charge. Edited March 28, 2018 by Garscube Road End 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Jukebox Rebel Posted March 28, 2018 Report Share Posted March 28, 2018 7 hours ago, Garscube Road End said: You never know with Thistle. The stars are realigning. Maxi to the SFA,Archie upstairs and McNamara to lead our Championship charge. Gie yersel peace. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted March 29, 2018 Report Share Posted March 29, 2018 On 3/27/2018 at 2:24 PM, javeajag said: McNamara leaves York City....... Something tells me he's not really going to be missed https://www.yorkmix.com/sport/a-russian-plot-a-job-with-subbuteo-fans-best-responses-to-shock-york-city-news/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
javeajag Posted April 23, 2018 Report Share Posted April 23, 2018 Officially announced and we are looking for a replacement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fearchar Posted April 23, 2018 Report Share Posted April 23, 2018 2 minutes ago, javeajag said: Officially announced and we are looking for a replacement David Beattie: “Reflecting good business practice, as part of our risk assessment the Board has standing plans in place for the replacement of key individuals to ensure stability for the Club. We have now activated the process to replace Ian and are grateful to Gerry for agreeing to step in as Interim Chief Executive when Ian leaves. We want the best person available for this pivotal role as soon as possible. But the speed of the appointment shouldn’t be at the cost of getting it right. So our aim is to have the permanent replacement in place for the start of next season.” Is there a hint here that likely contenders are already known? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lady-isobel-barnett Posted April 23, 2018 Report Share Posted April 23, 2018 1 hour ago, Fearchar said: Is there a hint here that likely contenders are already known? Well it's come as no surprise that Maxie is offski so the Board will (should?) be able to get the wheels in motion right away. Tho' just what appealed to him about the £300K plus a year job is anyone's guess. I'd imagine even if we did have someone in mind it's likely their period of notice might be protracted. If we're recruiting from inside football the close season is a particularly important time for this kinda job. Far from ideal but I think getting someone in place for the start of the season is realistic tho' I can imagine it dragging on a bit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allyo Posted April 23, 2018 Report Share Posted April 23, 2018 I think when you look at what has happened to the club since he got involved, it's fair to see he's made a very positive contribution, and he could be greatly missed. Best of luck to him in a tough job. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
partickthedog Posted April 23, 2018 Report Share Posted April 23, 2018 Any possibility that either or both of the interim appointments might become permanent? Both seem to have some of the appropriate credentials and it could just be that the time is right for a step up (or part sideways and part up as the case may be). I presume that we have Kingsley tied up on a Jim McLean length contract and there is no danger of him jumping ship and becoming the new National Mascot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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