Shandon Par Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 The players were probably overexcited - Masterton's motivational peptalk on the BBC probably had them so sky high JJ had to sit them all down and give them a spoonful of Calpol before they could start training. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunning1874 Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 If there's any truth in this, and hypothetically the players did go on strike, what would the consequences be for them in the future? No doubt, as alluded to last night on here, plenty of fans would view them as disloyal wasters etc despite the fact they haven't been getting paid. Would it harm the chances of them finding clubs in future if they're viewed in that way? Any Accies fans able to enlighten us on what became of many of the squad who went out on strike in 99/00? While it would obviously be an extreme step, trying to judge the probability of this happening at some point in the coming months. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poet of the Macabre Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) Would fully support the players if they refused to play. I'm going to predict I'd be in a minority over that one though. As has been said countless times, grim stuff. edit- Just to mention I was talking to a former editor of a well-known newspaper in Scotland today and when I mentioned the possibility the GM had been accused of impropriety by some sources, he laughed heartily. I'm merely guessing he didn't think the suggestions were absurd. Allegedly. Maybe. Edited February 22, 2013 by Poet of the Macabre 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanky_ffc Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) He said: "It's been an issue for two or three months. It's tough, it's embarrassing but it's not the end of the world. It's not as though they've been paid 15%. It's better than than having no job at all." That's a pretty shocking attitude to have towards your staff. Wouldn't blame the players if they refused to play. Edited February 22, 2013 by lanky_ffc 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowdenbeath Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 If there's any truth in this, and hypothetically the players did go on strike, what would the consequences be for them in the future? No doubt, as alluded to last night on here, plenty of fans would view them as disloyal wasters etc despite the fact they haven't been getting paid. Would it harm the chances of them finding clubs in future if they're viewed in that way? Any Accies fans able to enlighten us on what became of many of the squad who went out on strike in 99/00? While it would obviously be an extreme step, trying to judge the probability of this happening at some point in the coming months. If there's any truth in this, and hypothetically the players did go on strike, what would the consequences be for them in the future? No doubt, as alluded to last night on here, plenty of fans would view them as disloyal wasters etc despite the fact they haven't been getting paid. Would it harm the chances of them finding clubs in future if they're viewed in that way? Any Accies fans able to enlighten us on what became of many of the squad who went out on strike in 99/00? While it would obviously be an extreme step, trying to judge the probability of this happening at some point in the coming months. I would imagine a player who was half decent would still get taken on by another club if they went on strike. Would be interesting to see how much points the club would get deducted if a strike happened. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers_Lad Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 I would imagine a player who was half decent would still get taken on by another club if they went on strike. Would be interesting to see how much points the club would get deducted if a strike happened. precedent hamilton =15 points 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunning1874 Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 precedent hamilton =15 points That was 13 years ago though, and when Livingston failed to turn up against East Stirling at the start of the 09/10 season they were only fined £3000 (which was also overturned on appeal, leaving them with no punishment at all), with the game being replayed later in the season rather than the points awarded to the Shire. Apparently the rules do now state that it's a point deduction, but not how many points and they don't state whether the match is awarded to the opposition or rearranged for a later date. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aberdeen Cowden Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 That's a pretty shocking attitude to have towards your staff. Wouldn't blame the players if they refused to play. They will lose if they decide not to play, but they cannot be punished for "not playing very well" 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DA Baracus Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 If the players were to strike then the team we should have played would be awarded a 3-0 win. This will later be overturned and both teams will be forced to replay the game in Monaco. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers_Lad Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 That was 13 years ago though, and when Livingston failed to turn up against East Stirling at the start of the 09/10 season they were only fined £3000 (which was also overturned on appeal, leaving them with no punishment at all), with the game being replayed later in the season rather than the points awarded to the Shire. Apparently the rules do now state that it's a point deduction, but not how many points and they don't state whether the match is awarded to the opposition or rearranged for a later date. yet east stirling were threatened with a 15 point deduction if they failed to fulfil the original fixture. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAFC Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 STV news confirms that players have went to SFL. http://sport.stv.tv/football/clubs/dunfermline/215044-dunfermline-athletic-players-to-complain-to-sfl-over-non-payment-of-wages/ About time as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parscelona Posted February 22, 2013 Author Share Posted February 22, 2013 Not surprised in the slightest, Callum Morris wanted to know on Twitter what Masterton said yesterday in regards to the wages and obviously it's been passed onto the rest of the squad who are well within their rights to go to the SFL. Also who is the poster 'Gazza' on dot.net? The guy is an absolute cock and should have his internet privileges taken away at once. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Not surprised in the slightest, Callum Morris wanted to know on Twitter what Masterton said yesterday in regards to the wages and obviously it's been passed onto the rest of the squad who are well within their rights to go to the SFL. Also who is the poster 'Gazza' on dot.net? The guy is an absolute cock and should have his internet privileges taken away at once. He's quite clearly the same person that produces the rambling press releases on dafc.co.uk. Can't fault his/her loyalty to his paymasters. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dafcburty Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Hubby and Morris thank the fans:Hubby:stephen husband @stephenhusband Thanks for all the support everyone's showing! Hopefully repay use with a win tomoz #coyp Morris:C.E.M @Calmorris37 We cant thank the fans enough for all your support, means a lot! Lets all just concentrate on the football #dafc #coyp 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shandon Par Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Let's hope for their sake their next profession isn't too picky about spelling, grammar, punctuation etc., 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DAFC Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 What about lying ex bankers, what will they do next? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbum Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 What about lying ex bankers, what will they do next? Apply for a place on the board at Falkirk? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andreas Kelevra Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Dunfermline fans should just buy shares, That Masterton guy has a delay on loans being recalled for 35 years! This current problem is just cash flow, When the loan is called in the debt will be easily repayable. The man has played a blinder Sure get a bit more say in the running of club and other minor things, but in the future you'll be naming a stand after this guy. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zen Archer (Raconteur) Posted February 22, 2013 Share Posted February 22, 2013 Dunfermline fans should just buy shares, That Masterton guy has a delay on loans being recalled for 35 years! This current problem is just cash flow, When the loan is called in the debt will be easily repayable. The man has played a blinder Sure get a bit more say in the running of club and other minor things, but in the future you'll be naming a stand after this guy. You presume that there will be such a structure still standing to name. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basher brash Posted February 23, 2013 Share Posted February 23, 2013 According to Mr Masterton the club is bank debt free, the only monies due is to himself and directors,Well something is wrong if players,staff,bills etc arent being paid is he being pressured from another party to pay up or else because to me things arent adding up here and after watching the bbc interview im no expert with body language but he looked very unconfortable in the questioning and on occasions i thought your bull******g mate, No wonder the share issue hasnt been well recieved and i thought Rovers had a turbulent time with our BOD over the years. Im really fearing for the Pars future especially have someone like that running the club. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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