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    Sons' sorrow

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    6 minutes ago, Bring Back Paddy Flannery said:

    I remember the big jars but I always thought they were Bovril ones.  I was just a nipper at the time but I could've sworn they were Bovril. 

    I'm sure they were a pie stall thing for a while, ran by the Coopers who own the insurance gaff that used to sponsor the stadium.

    I like all of this reminiscing about Boghead. Third World facilities but there were a few things I liked about it, e.g. could change where standing at any time in game (many just changed ends at half-time) I also liked fact that gates were opened up at half-time and anyone could wander in and watch second half of game for free (that is how I started supporting Dumbarton as a poor student)  Possibly the clubs can't open gates at half-time any more (health & safety?)  but if could then it may be good way of getting some new supporters when we all hopefully get back to the grounds

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    Sons' sorrow

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    2 hours ago, Jumbo Muir said:


    Can you imagine messrs Graham and Coleman going for today’s water break of individual bottles.
    “Just fill up that wee plastic pail and we’ll use our hands ! “

    Jesus, life was so much simpler then.
     

    Yes, life certainly was much simpler then........

    no fancy sprays or physio work for injuries --- just the old magic sponge (probably using the same communal water bucket as the photo)

    only 2 subs ----with the inevitable outcome of players half-crocked but still playing out the match and also occasional outfield players having to play in goals if goalie sent-off or injured.

    third world facilities for fans (remember the toilets at Boghead?)

    Anyway, enough about the good things from yesteryear!

     

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    Sons' sorrow

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    3 hours ago, lorenzo71 said:

    Surely we will see some transfer activity today.Can't believe we will go with 13 players ( does 1 not have covid?) for  the game tomorrow.At least a back-up keeper is imperative.

    Signing news at 3.00pm according to Twitter

    Wonder how many and what positions?

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    Sons' sorrow

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    1 hour ago, Boghead ranter said:

    Polie goalie? 

    According to some sources, his real name is Maciej Kevin Dabrowski. If true (.?) , perhaps we could call him by his real name, Maciej, which I am informed sounds like Magic. Even if not true, I still like the sound of Magic Dabrowski. Perhaps one for our resident journalist?

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    Sons' sorrow

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    58 minutes ago, The Moonster said:

    Goalkeeper Kevin Dabrowski on loan from HiberniSons  :wub:

    If he lives up to half of the hype, and the favourable newspaper reports, then I think we will have a very solid keeper. Older fans can correct me, but this is possibly our first Polish player as well. Wonder what nickname Sons fans will give him?

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    Sons' sorrow

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    2 hours ago, O'Kelly Isley III said:
    2 hours ago, lorenzo71 said:
    Calum's sight suffered following a serious head knock while at Kilmarnock.It wasn't picked up  and he struggled except for a challenge cup tie vs St Johnsons where he scored a double.We still lost 4-2 .Works out at 25k a goal. not even messi is that expensive....

    I seem to recall he went on to become a very senior manager in a Scottish Health Authority.

    https://healthandcare.scot/default.asp?page=story&story=173

    If this is same Calum Campbell he has certainly done well for himself following his football career. Maybe would also be interested in buying a few lottery tickets!

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    Sons' sorrow

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    3 hours ago, Jan Vojáček said:

    As those of you who live in and around G82 will know, I had a really good chat with Dom Thomas about his time at the Rock in the Lennox this week.

    But for those of you who can't pick up a paper copy I'm afraid it's the dreaded website for you. Clicky.

    Excellent article -- and you just never know whether a future DFC star will read this and think "I could do the same"

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    Sons' sorrow

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    23 hours ago, Dumbarton Rock said:

    Only playing 13 instead of 18 won't make a difference pal. The 5 games in August and September don't even make a mark on the park. No walking in required. Then you add in the Betfred Cup games that are normally played in July and it puts even more stress on a pitch that is 2 months behind schedule. Add in something else that I'm not at liberty to say then I think the new groundsman needs to be a super hero. #justsaying.

     

    2 hours ago, sons superhero said:

    Did anyone else receive calls from the club last week. I wasn't able to answer so missed the two occasions it happened. 

    Sons Superhero the new groundsman as predicted earlier by Dumbarton Rock?

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    Sons' sorrow

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    6 hours ago, Boghead ranter said:

    You've been the best Dick since Wee Dick.

     

    7 hours ago, Dumbarton Rock said:

    No idea what they have planned for ground staff, It's more the fact the summer work only got done 4 weeks ago so the pitch lost out on two months intensive growing. That's when the dodgy areas thicken up and give it a fighting chance. Plus if there is any extra games on it, which could be in their plans then it could be disaterous. IMHO.

     

    9 hours ago, Dumbarton Rock said:

    Well guys my journey has had it's ups and downs since I started as Kenny's assistant many moons ago then took charge after he left. Had a two year holiday after one too many fall outs with AJ( he's still a pal though). Didn't think I'd be closing the gates for the last time today, but heh hoh life goes on. Worked myself all through the summer and hopefully I've left a pitch that will last the winter, I wouldn't put any money on it though. Not my doing I must add. I'll still be looking in, here's hoping you have a cracking season and get back up to the championship. All the best guys. emoji106.pngemoji106.pngps just a couple of pics how I've left it. 20200813_140840.jpeg20200813_140615.jpeg20200820_150752.jpeg20200813_140754.jpeg

    Thanks for all your skilled work over the years, Buster.  

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    Sons' sorrow

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    3 hours ago, Jan Vojáček said:

    Finally got confirmation from the man himself that Ruaridh Langan's name is pronounced like Rory. It was one of a few things we spoke about last week - and now you can read it all here.

    https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/local-news/dumbarton-midfielder-ruaridh-langan-out-22522659

    Must admit that I thought it was pronounced like Roo-Ray (similar to Rooney) but Hey-Ho there you go. Main thing that matters is as long as he plays well!

    edit . . .couldn't open up the Daily Record article!

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