Nightmare Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 I'd hope we have a bit more ambition than a guy who got the boot from Alloa. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff Sheridan Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 Got be Jim Duffy. Square go's all over the park. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cerberus Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 The name on that list gives me the fear. You know it's bad when Stubbs is the best one. I'd look at either someone from England or failing that a older player that's been places and done 'hings like Scott McDonald. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cilitbang Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 (edited) 5 hours ago, Nizzy said: #KeepPushing xoxo (never said i wanted him, just think thats the type of appointment the board pursue) Edited April 18, 2017 by cilitbang 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuctifano Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 If it's after 2019 it'll probably be Doolan. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thistle_do_nicely Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 (edited) tbf we might be seen as being a touch more attractive, from a managers perspective, than a host of other SPFL clubs? Not meaning that in any disrespectful way but surely the recent substantial Thistle - Weir youth investment, lack of bank debt, new training ground on the horizon, potential further investment from the Weirs in some capacity etc. would interest some slightly higher calibre coaches than a few of our peers? When Archie goes I think we'll be spoilt for choice for a replacement, rather than scrambling for some hapless journeyman shite or a Sky Sports pundit. Edited April 18, 2017 by Thistle_do_nicely 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMMjag Posted April 18, 2017 Share Posted April 18, 2017 We're a much bigger draw than Dundee, if we had a vacancy then I would think the pool of candidates would be a bit less depressing. In any case I'd rather we promoted from within, as too big an ego would likely disrupt the stability of the club. I'd much prefer Scott McKenzie to someone like clownshoes or Owen Coyle. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistledo Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 17 hours ago, Thistle_do_nicely said: tbf we might be seen as being a touch more attractive, from a managers perspective, than a host of other SPFL clubs? Not meaning that in any disrespectful way but surely the recent substantial Thistle - Weir youth investment, lack of bank debt, new training ground on the horizon, potential further investment from the Weirs in some capacity etc. would interest some slightly higher calibre coaches than a few of our peers? When Archie goes I think we'll be spoilt for choice for a replacement, rather than scrambling for some hapless journeyman shite or a Sky Sports pundit. I would probably concur strongly with this. Adding to what you have said the board have also given Archie the time and help when we've struggled in terms of results or league position. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
s_dog Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Didn't Dundee have a bigger player budget than Thistle this season, and isn't that normal for them to have a bit more cash to spend? Don't they have a bigger potential support? I'd think that would be more attractive to managers, although the training ground and the youth investment maybe level it up somewhat. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rednyella Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Dundee have a larger budget and I believe had the 5th largest in league this year. They are a bigger club in terms of finances but what I like that Thistle are doing is by investing in youth academy, new training facilities and coaching structures is making the financial gap seem smaller and less relevant. It was interesting that Alex Neil when asked in his Sportsound interview this week "If he would take a job back in Scotland?" His answer was negative in regards lack of facilities and training resources at clubs. It wasn't just about money. He when Accies boss was sick of same things Archie and Maxy where talking about in regards always struggling to find places to train and use for club. This is a very smart move by Jags. Yes money is important to tempt better players but if we get the mix right with 2-4 quality youth players making a breakthrough every year or two and bring in another 2-4 better quality players due to our better resources than likes of Accies, Motherwell, Killie, Saints and even the Dundee teams we may well be much better off in the long run. Being in the central belt also helps us against likes of more northerly clubs. Transport, amenities and access for players to enjoy the delights of Maryhill [emoji57]...[emoji12] 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuctifano Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Season Ticket details out for next season - prices frozen and if I'm reading it right if you don't have one now but buy in the next 2 weeks you'll get this season's 3 post split home games tacked onto next year's ticket as well. Edited April 19, 2017 by Fuctifano 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forameus Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 That's my understanding too. Nice wee gesture considering the three home games (well, two of them) are likely to be unattractive to some. Fantastic news that the prices are frozen, would've been very easy for them to tack on a wee increase given what's happened this season. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry94 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 10 minutes ago, Rednyella said: Dundee have a larger budget and I believe had the 5th largest in league this year. They are a bigger club in terms of finances but what I like that Thistle are doing is by investing in youth academy, new training facilities and coaching structures is making the financial gap seem smaller and less relevant. It was interesting that Alex Neil when asked in his Sportsound interview this week "If he would take a job back in Scotland?" His answer was negative in regards lack of facilities and training resources at clubs. It wasn't just about money. He when Accies boss was sick of same things Archie and Maxy where talking about in regards always struggling to find places to train and use for club. This is a very smart move by Jags. Yes money is important to tempt better players but if we get the mix right with 2-4 quality youth players making a breakthrough every year or two and bring in another 2-4 better quality players due to our better resources than likes of Accies, Motherwell, Killie, Saints and even the Dundee teams we may well be much better off in the long run. Being in the central belt also helps us against likes of more northerly clubs. Transport, amenities and access for players to enjoy the delights of Maryhill ... Just to add to that, Dundee are aiming to have a new training ground and new stadium in a quicker timeline to what is being proposed by Thistle. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuctifano Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 So if you buy now that's £319 for minimum 18 league games next year (still most likely 19) plus 3 this year plus 2 LC games, works out at under £14 per game. Pretty decent. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thistledo Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 39 minutes ago, harry94 said: Just to add to that, Dundee are aiming to have a new training ground and new stadium in a quicker timeline to what is being proposed by Thistle. That's smashing for ye's. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandomGuy. Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Just to add to that, Dundee are aiming to have a new training ground and new stadium in a quicker timeline to what is being proposed by Thistle. You were also aiming for the top six this season though 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagfox Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Good news on the season tickets. The number of Season ticket holders is where we fall behind similar sized clubs in the premiership and even the championship. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagfox Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 When are Hearts tickets on sale? 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pie Of The Month Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 2 hours ago, harry94 said: Just to add to that, Dundee are aiming to have a new training ground and new stadium in a quicker timeline to what is being proposed by Thistle. That'll be nice having the best stadium and training ground in the Championship. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry94 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 21 minutes ago, Pie Of The Month said: That'll be nice having the best stadium and training ground in the Championship. Indeed. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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