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Today's Scotsman
Cowdenbeath manager Gary Bollan is convinced Blue Brazil striker Jordan Allan can earn a full-time deal at Hibs.
The 20-year-old has joined the Easter Road club for training after hitting nine goals during a six-month stint and Bollan reckons Allan has enough in his locker to secure a contract.
Allan played for Airdrie aged only 14 years and 189 days old, the youngest player to represent a first team in Britain, prior to a spell with Wolves.
Bollan said: “Jordan has a great pedigree having been in the Wolves Academy for so long and I am sure that he would prosper in a Premiership first-team environment.”
Question: If Jordan signs for Hibs, will Cowden be due any bawbees?
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On the park and fit, Big Jordyn is a menacing player who makes things happen. Could we offer him a new contract with some penalties built in re fitness? A front two of Big J and Wee J would be exciting to watch.
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58 minutes ago, Kelheart said:
Re Sheerin , guys struggled with weight obviously last few years but when he gets on you can’t fault his effort , was same at Kelty
Totally agree that he basically scored the goals to keep you in league football but it’s a tough decision for you guys as he is a passenger at mo
On his game and fully fit, Sheerin is an exciting player. As well as being a natural goalscorer, he knocks defenders about and creates space for others - just ask the Cove defenders! They were quoted in the Press and Journal as saying how hard he was to play against. Two or three sessions with a good sports psychologist might prove to be cheap at the price - having an instinctive striker who terrorises defenders can be the difference between staying up and being in the relegation play-offs (perish the thought!) Mind you, the player himself has to 'get it' that he's throwing away a good career by not taking care of himself. I would set him up with a reputable sports psychologist - and ask an enthusiastic motivator like Neil Irvine to work with him on his fitness - and offer him an extended contract with penalty causes in it. He is a special talent. Showing that degree of belief in him could save his career and benefit the club in terms of goals and transfer value.
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We spotted Greg Stewart as an amateur - he's doing pretty well. Of course, we never got a penny for him from Dundee or Birmingham or Aberdeen.
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19 minutes ago, Muzza81 said:
Strange signing.
I would agree with Steven Gerrard's statement that Cowden played for 90 minutes but Rangers played for 45. GB's plan was obviously to contain Rangers in the early stages in order to avoid a humiliating slaughter that might have dented the players' confidence for what is the most important thing - the league challenge.. Just think: how much did the Rangers team on the park and on the subs' bench cost? The answer is in the millions. How much did the Cowden team and bench cost? We lost our first goal when Jason Talbot, one of our best players, was off the pitch after a barge by Lafferty. We were far from disgraced, and int the second half, especially when the subs came on, we took the game to Rangers. If that rebound ball that just crept past the post had gone in, making the score 3-2, who knows what would have happened? The players can take confidence from that second half performance. After some truly dire seasons, we have a team capable of mounting a decent challenge at the business end of the table.
18 minutes ago, Muzza81 said:Strange signing.
6 hours ago, NELLY said:Credit to the players last night. Done the jersey proud. We looked in awe of rangers players in first 20 minutes. From there on our shape and pressing and work rate were exceptional.
I actually watched the whole game again on tv when I got in. (SAD i know) what I can say is that Rangers should have had a penalty. We should never have got ours. Officials were so poor.
If i were the club and looking to invest some of the money we have made I would sign Jordan Allan on a 18 month or 2 year deal if its possible. You could potentially make money on this kid.
Also watching it back you notice how quick and better Jamie Pyper is. He was superb alongside deas last night. Swann did well also.
A lot of positives from last night and we are no longer a laughing stock team and also aint any pushovers which has been the case for last 2-3 years. Credit to Bollan for this.
21 minutes ago, Muzza81 said:Strange signing.
The manager clearly doesn't have confidence in the sub keeper. My guess is that this signing is a statement of intent - going all out for a top four place. We have a terrific keeper in Davie McGurn, but if Davie is injured, we're in trouble. Not only is he a great shot-stopper, he's an experienced leader on the park. He marshals the defence, who in turn have confidence in him. Having a good substitute keeper could be the difference between gaining a top-four place and narrowly failing.
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15 minutes ago, NELLY said:
Credit to the players last night. Done the jersey proud. We looked in awe of rangers players in first 20 minutes. From there on our shape and pressing and work rate were exceptional.
I actually watched the whole game again on tv when I got in. (SAD i know) what I can say is that Rangers should have had a penalty. We should never have got ours. Officials were so poor.
If i were the club and looking to invest some of the money we have made I would sign Jordan Allan on a 18 month or 2 year deal if its possible. You could potentially make money on this kid.
Also watching it back you notice how quick and better Jamie Pyper is. He was superb alongside deas last night. Swann did well also.
A lot of positives from last night and we are no longer a laughing stock team and also aint any pushovers which has been the case for last 2-3 years. Credit to Bollan for this.
I would agree with Steven Gerrard's statement that Cowden played for 90 minutes but Rangers played for 45. GB's plan was obviously to contain Rangers in the early stages in order to avoid a humiliating slaughter that might have dented the players' confidence for what is the most important thing - the league challenge. Just think: how much did the Rangers team on the park and on the subs' bench cost? The answer is in the millions. How much did the Cowden team and bench cost? We lost our first goal when Jason Talbot, one of our best players, was off the pitch after a barge by Lafferty. We were far from disgraced, and in the second half, especially when the subs came on, we took the game to Rangers. If that rebound ball that just crept past the post had gone in, making the score 3-2, who knows what would have happened?
The players can take confidence from that second half performance. After some truly dire seasons, we have a team capable of mounting a decent challenge at the business end of the table. Makes a change - a big change.
Re David Marsh: we just don't know the circumstances. No manager would sacrifice one of his best players just before a huge game on a whim.
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3 hours ago, Blue Oktober said:
That the disciple known as Harvey Swann tucks it away calmly, and that I'm not driving amen
cheers, Rev!
Good replies on here, guys! Personally, I side with the romantics, but we can't really lose, can we? It's great to be in a cracker of a tie that will produce decent rewards and take a bit of pressure off the directors. The club have backed the management team, and we're seeing the fruits of this. What a difference after the tortured seasons of recent times. We go into this tie off the back of a couple of good wins - hopefully it'll be a good experience for our young players. Then, with a more settled formation and a great team spirit, we can motor on and maybe get into that top four. Who knows?
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So here's the scenario tomorrow night at Central Park. It's blowing a blizzard. We're into injury time. The score is Cowdenbeath 0 Rangers 0. The desperate Rangers defenders are lumping balls into the Cowden penalty area. Morelos, a second half Rangers substitute, bursts through on goal. The Cowden supporters can hardly breathe. Morelos shoots, but Davie McGurn, who has been brilliant all evening, makes a superb save. Morelos throws himself down, screaming, with no one near him. The Cowden fans whistle for time up, urging McGurn to kick the ball down the No 7 pit - forgetting that the No 7 pit was demolished years ago --but Davie has other ideas. Noticing that Jordan Allan has started running at speed, Davie kicks the ball over the heads of the retreating Rangers players. Jordan has timed his run to perfection . He's heading straight for goal, but the Rangers keeper crudely takes him out. Penalty! The TV cameras show that the Cowdenbeath directors are sitting in the stand with their heads bowed. They are praying. Even Donald Findlay is seen to be praying fervently to God. (His Holiness Pope Francis will later pronounce this to be a miracle.)
The question is this: what should the Cowden directors be praying for?
Answers on a postcard.
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With Premiersports, is it possible to book just one game, or does one have to sign up for a season? Their website is a bit unclear.
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12 hours ago, NELLY said:
Keep the young lad Allan if possible.
I thought Allan looked good on Saturday. The squad is looking really solid now. GB has been well backed by the board - with this squad we should be looking to put together a run that could take us close to challenging for a play-off place. Is that realistic? I'd like to see a fit Jordyn Sheerin in the side, but the word on the street is that he's carrying too much weight to be a first team pick - a pity, because on his day he's a real handful up top.
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3 hours ago, vince sinclair said:
We’ve had some magical days Muzz
As someone mentioned earlier Brechin away in play offs was another crackerYes, that was a great day, Vince. Big Gareth Wardlaw bullied the Brechin defence. Wardlaw had a tremendous work rate - defending from the front, never giving opposing defenders peace. At the final whistle we all ran on to the pitch. We've had some tortuous seasons, but also some great times.
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20 hours ago, Aberdeen Cowden said:
Cowden should "break the bank" to keep Deas. Apart from the time Bollan played him at LB he's been brilliant and the main reason why we've picked up so many points recently.
Best CH since Chopper was at his best.
That is high praise indeed.
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56 minutes ago, Cowden Cowboy said:There wasn't much in the game - Didn't really feel that Brora would score as defence was solid. We don't really leak goals and we now win games that we would once have lost - good progress
Are you sober this evening, Cowboy?
The team has improved on the park, and the team spirit is evident for all to see. This is not a side that capitulates easily. There's a big payday ahead. Imaginative stuff is happening behind the scenes - and the players will be busting a gut to play against Rangers. Even if we lose, we win. That's quite a turnaround by any standards. After what we've endured in recent times, we should enjoy this while way may. Donald will enjoy this - and he deserves it. And remember Mr Gilfillan with his crutches - exhibiting the spirit of Cowden
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8 minutes ago, onecowden said:
I would like a hospitality day as well. Hopefully the club can get this going. Great Draw. Well happy.
8 minutes ago, onecowden said:I would like a hospitality day as well. Hopefully the club can get this going. Great Draw. Well happy.
Look at page 56 of the updated Black Diamonds...
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Well done to David Cox for being so open about his mental health issues. It will help young players who are struggling with depression, etc. and don't know how to handle it.
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9 hours ago, Drifter said:
As an 'out-of-towner', I've definitely got to agree about the online opportunities the club should be embracing in this age of social media.
Speaking from experience as a programme/fanzine editor and co-owner of a football club, the importance of this really can't be underestimated in this ever-changing world dictated by technology and the net. Of course, it is impossible to please everyone with whatever you produce (unless it's the Blue Brazilian, which is almost flawless), but I've always though that if the fans, town and everyone associated with Cowdenbeath matched the levels of commitment and quality that is displayed in the programme's production then the team and club could certainly punch above its weight for a former mining town with little income from the minimal crowds.
One thing Cowden have more than most clubs in the lower leagues - and probably a reason that I along with many others have felt a connection to The Miners on our travels - is that there's something about whatever it is.... the ground, the place, the history, social responsibility in days gone by and heritage of a proud and loyal mining community that stands out. Whilst locally Cowden might not be greatly supported in matchgoing numbers, unlike many clubs with similar budgets and supports, you do have a worldwide, er, notoriety and affection that is rare to find and must be embraced.
I'd love to have more time to commit to promoting the name of a club that represents such a wonderful part of the world and that boasts such a proud all-embracing socialist conscience.
I feel I'm rambling now but, essentially, what I'm saying is that Cowdenbeath FC.... the Blue Brazil... fondly known by many sad b*****ds like myself all over the world, should be maximising the world wide web to tap into the wider footballing market whilst also maintaining the uniqueness of the club that attracts us outsider oddballs to a random place in Fife.
Positivity and proactivity must be natural routes to take for the sake of any club's survival. In such a dog eat dog world, and seeing how fragile a club's existence can be with the play-off games over the last couple of years, it really is so vital not to get left behind.
Anything that helps promote the club can only be a good thing.
Over to you....
This
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5 hours ago, big al said:
Have been quite impressed with Keltys social media exposure, and anything to improve ours is a good thing surely.
It would be great - especially for fans who live far away.
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6 hours ago, Brazilianlex said:
At least we have at last found the Elgin Marbles !
Nice one, lex
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4 hours ago, The Minertaur said:
Drifter fast becoming one of my favourite posters on here. Love the blue and white hat.
Can just see the look of embarrassment on my wives face when we go shopping and I pull that out my pocket!
Quality as ever, Drifter. Great to catch up with you at Central Park (despite the defeat)
Stuart, how many wives do you have?
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36 minutes ago, Bring Your Own Socks said:
Hampden next week guys. Wear your slippers, enjoy a pint and put this misery behind you.
Are you even trying to take our misery away from us? This is an outrage! Next thing is you'll be putting gravel on the Hampden pitch.
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22 minutes ago, Briggsy's Ghost said:
Really? You do know Elgin have to go that same distance to away games for a mid-week game!
Next time you make the trip, you'll find GRAVEL on the pitch, and the game won't be called off till half an hour before kick off. Enjoy the experience.
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42 minutes ago, Garrowhillclyde said:
What a laughing stock. The stupidity of Tatters's comments may well give a pointer to where the problem lies.
This is absurd. Award the three points to Cowden and reimburse the travelling support
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40 minutes ago, Velazquez Blue said:
I agree. It’s excellent news and can only improve our lot.If he can help us deal with set pieces, that will be a big improvement
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On 22/08/2018 at 00:31, CowdenLoyal said:
McGurn
Gilfillian
Scott/Marsh
Sheerin
That spine should have been absolutely ideal for any side at this level. Don't agree with this decision one bit, he still had a big role to play for us.On 21/08/2018 at 23:33, PELE said:Gilfillan left and Sheerin injured. It's all going pear shaped again.
On 22/08/2018 at 08:29, NELLY said:Im actually no surprised at this and I actually said on Saturday he wont stay long if on the bench. Its a lot of travelling (playing elgin this weekend) thats over 5-6 hours of travelling one way plus the game then home. Its a lot and one thing is for sure I dont have any issues with him (if it is him as dont know exactly whats happened) saying he wants to leave.
He is kind of player who needs to play constantly as being on bench and coming on once in a while doesnt suit Bryan. He was a rock and a huge part of why we stayed up last season. In fact if it werent for him I dont think we would have. So cheers to Bryan who is a top lad as well. Gave his all for us and genuinely cares about the club and fans.
Not sure we will replace him from a defensive aspect but it frees up a wage to potentially add in other areas. Centre mid please...
Talbot any news how long he is away from being back?
It's clear from the photo that Dave Allan has been lined up to take Big Bryan's place. A crash diet is needed, though...
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cheers, Rev!
Cowdenbeath 2018-2019
in Scottish League 2 General Chatter
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Jim McArthur was brilliant, Steve. He made his debut for Cowden when he was about three years old (The Cowboy will know). Raymie was a star, going on forever. Duff was a legend - great keeper and a big character. He gave me a bear hug when we ran on to the pitch at Brechin to celebrate promotion. My ribs still haven't healed.