craigkillie Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 He scored on his debut and then had appeared in every single game up until last weekend, so it seems like there is something odd going on. This is the same club that paid us a fee (somehow) for Oli Shaw and then barely played him. I'm not sure they are a good barometer of anything. I've never seen him play so have no idea whether he'll be good, bad or otherwise. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikingTON Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 1 minute ago, craigkillie said: He scored on his debut and then had appeared in every single game up until last weekend, so it seems like there is something odd going on. This is the same club that paid us a fee (somehow) for Oli Shaw and then barely played him. I'm not sure they are a good barometer of anything. They're a good barometer of what a strong English League One team looks like, and Dallas clearly doesn't make that grade or else he wouldn't have been punted out on loan within six weeks. The only remaining question then is whether people genuinely think that the Scottish top flight is equivalent to the Vanarama League in England, which is the only way of explaining the reification of a goalscoring record that is impressive purely at non-league level. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C4mmy31 Posted September 1, 2023 Share Posted September 1, 2023 1 minute ago, virginton said: So why have Barnsley punted him out on loan just six weeks after signing him - at the age of 24? It's clearly not a player development loan - he evidently can't even act as a credible squad/bench option for them at English League One level. Whereas Nicky Cadden - a jobber who turned into a very effective player at Morton - is a starter in the exact same team. That's the level and Andrew Dallas has quite clearly failed to reach it. You seem to be significantly more impressed by a goalscoring record achieved in nonsense English non-leagues at the likes of 'Solihull Moors' (Ed: check pub team name) than is reasonable. Have you seen Barnsleys scatter gun approach to signings? Try reading their fans forum, all I can say is they ain't to pleased with more than a few unhappy they've put him out on loan. What I do know is the guy who scouted him on behalf of the club knows he was a target before he opted for Barnsley. I'll judge him on the job he does for us while here, not on some highlight reel that can make even Kirk Broadfoot look like prime time Baresi. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 5 hours ago, virginton said: They're a good barometer of what a strong English League One team looks like, and Dallas clearly doesn't make that grade or else he wouldn't have been punted out on loan within six weeks. Theyre a shitshow outfit who do no forward planning and just react on instinct. Dallas left so they could sign Sam Cosgrove instead, and according to their fans its not the first time theyve signed and punted multiple players within a window because someone else appears later on. Its been 5 seasons since he played for Morton, and in each of the last 3 hes scored almost 1 in 2 in the National League. Its almost like players can improve as they get older and get more experience, and they dont stay as raw shite kids forever. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunning1874 Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 In a decade which saw us have some honking centre forwards such as a finished Garry O'Connor, Donovan Simmonds and a parade of other no marks, Dallas was a genuine contender for the worst of the lot. Being absolutely dreadful when you're 19 and playing in the Championship after your only previous first team experience was in League Two doesn't mean you're not going to be a much better player by the time you're 24, but I'm still surprised he's managed as good a move as Kilmarnock. I'd have thought his record in the England would be enough for a Championship club to be interested, but it's a big gamble for a Premiership club. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paxo Posted September 2, 2023 Share Posted September 2, 2023 5 minutes ago, Dunning1874 said: In a decade which saw us have some honking centre forwards such as a finished Garry O'Connor, Donovan Simmonds and a parade of other no marks, Dallas was a genuine contender for the worst of the lot. Being absolutely dreadful when you're 19 and playing in the Championship after your only previous first team experience was in League Two doesn't mean you're not going to be a much better player by the time you're 24, but I'm still surprised he's managed as good a move as Kilmarnock. I'd have thought his record in the England would be enough for a Championship club to be interested, but it's a big gamble for a Premiership club. He was signed on a 3 year contract by Barnsley this summer. He's only on loan at Killie for a season. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted November 3, 2023 Share Posted November 3, 2023 Minutes applause tomorrow (3rd minute) for Craig Benson, Kilmarnock fan who tragically died on Monday. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C4mmy31 Posted November 13, 2023 Share Posted November 13, 2023 Kilmarnock's intentions to re-install a grass pitch at Rugby Park have been revealed. The Ayrshire club last played their home matches on grass in 2014 before implementing an artificial surface. The pitch was updated to a higher spec of astroturf in 2019. Billy Bowie, the club's majority shareholder, hopes that Killie can revert to a grass pitch by the start of the 2025/26 season, BBC states. That will come as construction on the club's new training centre, Bowie Park, is scheduled to begin next Spring. It is hoped works will be completed on the site between the town and Crookedholm by the end of 2024. The facility will be the club's first dedicated training centre, with the first team, academy and women's team all currently training at Rugby Park. Bowie Park will become a permanent home for Kilmarnock Women and the club's academy teams. It will have two full-size pitches, a training complex and a 250-seater stand. The Herald. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 On 03/11/2023 at 07:56, mathematics said: Minutes applause tomorrow (3rd minute) for Craig Benson, Kilmarnock fan who tragically died on Monday. JustGiving link for collection towards Killie Foodbanks in Craig’s memory: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/KillieFoodbanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TxRover Posted November 24, 2023 Share Posted November 24, 2023 Spotted this while trolling the webs, thought some here might find it interesting: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye the Gnu Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 David Watson just signed a contract extension until 2026. Pyoor brilliant news as he’s only 18, already a first team regular and a genuine talent. Which means we can enjoy watching him mature over the next few years and earn some decent money when he eventually inevitably moves on to better things. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoveRangers1922 Posted December 6, 2023 Share Posted December 6, 2023 (edited) Free night for me so went to see you play the Dons. Not one for the purists but a big 3 points on the road for Killie against a lacklustre Aberdeen side on the night. Sweet finish from Watson to seal it. Was in the main stand, near the dugout, and got speaking to Sanders at HT and FT. Obviously said I was a Cove fan and that he was different class for us. Was a huge blow when McInnes recalled him and then subsequently stuck him in the reserves. I thought his days were numbered and he'd leave in the summer but got a 1 year extension. Got chatting about a few things and he offered me his shirt. He'd be my prime target for a loan in the January window but if he goes anywhere I bet it's to McIntyre's Arbroath sadly. Edited December 6, 2023 by CoveRangers1922 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mathematics Posted December 7, 2023 Share Posted December 7, 2023 On 14/11/2023 at 15:57, mathematics said: JustGiving link for collection towards Killie Foodbanks in Craig’s memory: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/KillieFoodbanks This closes in five days. Currently sitting just short of £2,000. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sortmeout Posted December 7, 2023 Share Posted December 7, 2023 23 hours ago, CoveRangers1922 said: Free night for me so went to see you play the Dons. Not one for the purists but a big 3 points on the road for Killie against a lacklustre Aberdeen side on the night. Sweet finish from Watson to seal it. Was in the main stand, near the dugout, and got speaking to Sanders at HT and FT. Obviously said I was a Cove fan and that he was different class for us. Was a huge blow when McInnes recalled him and then subsequently stuck him in the reserves. I thought his days were numbered and he'd leave in the summer but got a 1 year extension. Got chatting about a few things and he offered me his shirt. He'd be my prime target for a loan in the January window but if he goes anywhere I bet it's to McIntyre's Arbroath sadly. Unfortunately for big Jack I just don’t think it’ll ever work for him here and we are pretty well covered with good centre halves. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingjoey Posted December 18, 2023 Share Posted December 18, 2023 I’m sure this has been covered on here before, but I’ve noticed that Paper Roses was high in the singles chart 50 years ago this Christmas, 1973 for those arithmetically challenged. Does anyone know when Kilmarnock made it “their” song? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadasdillinger Posted December 24, 2023 Share Posted December 24, 2023 "The Prestwick Pirlo they call him... he's still only 18, right, but he's mixing it against guys nearly twice his age... got him tied down on a contract to 2026, best bit of business in Scottish fitba this season... then Kennedy crosses it to him and his touch, I swear to god, it takes out 4 Aberdeen defenders... he actually starts that move... the finish, Matt O'Riley does that they're still talking about it on Sportscene now... you're thinking that's a one off, yeah, then his goal against St Johnstone... aw tell me you've seen that one, you must have seen that one... goal of the season, spanks it from 30, no maybe 40 yards... he's one of our own, we sing... and the thing is, y'know, he's actually still only 18..." 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_K_97 Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 I know the thread is usually pretty quiet these days, and this is yesterday's news... but to try and keep it up to date, I'm pretty pleased with GMS extending his stay until May 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Wolf Posted January 12 Share Posted January 12 On 24/11/2023 at 01:23, TxRover said: Spotted this while trolling the webs, thought some here might find it interesting: I watched the first one a few years ago, it was strangely fascinating. As was (I kid you not!) the video on the opening of the charming Foregate centre in 1976. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sortmeout Posted January 13 Share Posted January 13 (edited) 22 hours ago, Andy_K_97 said: I know the thread is usually pretty quiet these days, and this is yesterday's news... but to try and keep it up to date, I'm pretty pleased with GMS extending his stay until May Me too. GMS did enough in his 10/15 minutes against Dundee to earn a deal. That wee cameo is exactly what he is capable of and that is why he is worth having. Without GMS I’m not sure we unlock the door against Dundee and I’m sure he’ll win us a point or more in at least another game between now and the end of the season. Over the last 18 months we’ve been extremely lucky that Armstrong has stayed fit……and this is exactly why need another option. Edited January 13 by Sortmeout 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lurkst Posted January 13 Share Posted January 13 On 18/12/2023 at 12:14, kingjoey said: I’m sure this has been covered on here before, but I’ve noticed that Paper Roses was high in the singles chart 50 years ago this Christmas, 1973 for those arithmetically challenged. Does anyone know when Kilmarnock made it “their” song? I've read and heard many explanations, but the one I think carries most credence was that it started on a supporters bus around then, with the fans looking for a non confrontational song to sing to opponents at a time blighted by violence on the terraces. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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