Rich5705
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Long time reader moved to post by the events of the weekend
The likelihood is CW leaving will be a disaster. He was LMA manager of the year and runner-up in consecuive seasons. That's hard to replace.
But we don't know, and probably won't ever find out the whole truth of why he has gone.
Now the board needs to be given a chance to repair the damage of the past week.
They need to prove 1) they are committed to the success of the club; and 2) they appreciate the importance of a "united" team, club and fanbase.
What actions could be taken to indicate the rot is not setting in? Some suggestions below.
1. PA or Bettis make it clear what the structure of the management team will be, their roles and responsibilities. They explain why they think this will be better than the existing CWAK model.
2. No fire-sale of the core group, particularly younger players. One or two sales are understandable, but fees must be worthwhile.
3. A leader (head coach, manager, whatever, as long as its clear) is recruited bringing a decent track record of success at an appropriate level and proven man management skills.
4. Supporters are encouraged back with competitive ticket prices (STs and POTG) - Covid has proven the value of a big, supportive home crowd to SUFC.
5. Tangible progress is made on at least one aspect of the club's infrastructure - e.g. shirecliffe upgrade, better kop facilities, pillar removal etc.
Hopefully PA, Bettis and Co can show that what has happened this last week was a regretted mistake, and not a symptom of sustained boardoom incompetence.
The likelihood is CW leaving will be a disaster. He was LMA manager of the year and runner-up in consecuive seasons. That's hard to replace.
But we don't know, and probably won't ever find out the whole truth of why he has gone.
Now the board needs to be given a chance to repair the damage of the past week.
They need to prove 1) they are committed to the success of the club; and 2) they appreciate the importance of a "united" team, club and fanbase.
What actions could be taken to indicate the rot is not setting in? Some suggestions below.
1. PA or Bettis make it clear what the structure of the management team will be, their roles and responsibilities. They explain why they think this will be better than the existing CWAK model.
2. No fire-sale of the core group, particularly younger players. One or two sales are understandable, but fees must be worthwhile.
3. A leader (head coach, manager, whatever, as long as its clear) is recruited bringing a decent track record of success at an appropriate level and proven man management skills.
4. Supporters are encouraged back with competitive ticket prices (STs and POTG) - Covid has proven the value of a big, supportive home crowd to SUFC.
5. Tangible progress is made on at least one aspect of the club's infrastructure - e.g. shirecliffe upgrade, better kop facilities, pillar removal etc.
Hopefully PA, Bettis and Co can show that what has happened this last week was a regretted mistake, and not a symptom of sustained boardoom incompetence.