newcastle broon Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 (edited) 6 minutes ago, Burnie_man said: There's no pyramid, otherwise you wouldn't need to resign from leagues. Kelty are without a doubt gambling on going thru the EoS in one season, if they fail, then I guess their fans and sponsors won't fancy a long stay playing in front of two men and a dug every other week. That's the risk. I'm sure there is a Pyramid somewhere, some folk just won't admit to it. Meanwhile a chance of a money spinning run in the Scottish Cup EVERY season wouldn't matter to their fans and sponsors Edited May 13, 2017 by newcastle broon 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnie_man Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 I'm sure there is a Pyramid somewhere, some folk just won't admit to it. Meanwhile a chance of a money spinning run in the Scottish Cup EVERY wouldn't matter to their fans and sponsors There is no pyramid, we have one in name only. I thought you wanted Whitehill to move to the Juniors anyway?We'll see how Kelty get on, if it happens. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowenan Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 They should change the rules, so that the top licensed team in the SOSFL and the EOSFL meet in the playoffs. That way, unlicensed clubs can't block promotion/relegation of other teams. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcastle broon Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Burnie_man said: There is no pyramid, we have one in name only. I thought you wanted Whitehill to move to the Juniors anyway? We'll see how Kelty get on, if it happens. Would nae bother me or surprise me if they did (either way to be honest), they've got a license so would be in the Scottish anyway. New stadiums thread seem nailed on Kelty are goin. Kelty v Hill o Beath or Kelty v Cowdenbeath/Dunfermline within a couple of seasons = Pyramid and an ambitious no brainer Edited May 13, 2017 by newcastle broon 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnie_man Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Dunfermline? Lol. And for every Cowdenbeath in the LL there's an Edusport or BSC. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcastle broon Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 2 minutes ago, Burnie_man said: Dunfermline? Lol. And for every Cowdenbeath in the LL there's an Edusport or BSC. Was nae that long ago Dunfermline were in the lower divisions of the SPFL, they're maybe comfortable just now but haven't always been there so Aye ye never know especially if yer singing from the same hymn sheet 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongTimeLurker Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 56 minutes ago, Burnie_man said: No, it's an opinion, because otherwise it's a very big risk if they get stuck there for a few seasons. If all three juniors clubs that are said to have applied for EoS membership, were to go through with it and you factor in Lothian Thistle as well who as you have pointed out are no mugs along with Leith Athletic, the top of the EoS becomes a bit of a logjam when there is only a single playoff place up for grabs each year. Suspect Kelty wouldn't be so close to risking it, if there aren't some other changes in the pipeline. Bo'ness United have been talking on their website about getting ready for the changes that are coming to Scottish football and it's not entirely clear what they are referring to. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heedthebaa Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 I think it's about time the powers that be start dishing out some fucking telts and stop all this pussy footing about. If clubs like kelty want to come on board, good on them, at least it's a start 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bundesliga Boy Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 A lot of talk about only one promotion spot etc but remembered it's long been rumoured that Lowland will soon split into East and West and therefore it's not surprising that 3 ambitious junior clubs would make the move to the EOS. i suspect the intention is that within a couple of seasons maximum that the top clubs in the EOS wil be eaten up by the Lowland East. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnie_man Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Went to the Burntisland Shipyard v Eyemouth Utd game today, first time there and a tidy little set-up, but the standard was absolutely dreadful, and a headcount revealed 26 people were watching, presumably some of whom were committee.A brave move for any top Junior club to move into that league. There's only 2, maybe 3 clubs who would measure up to Junior South Division standard. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairWeatherFan Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Out of the other rumoured Junior clubs, how many are close to being licenced? There isn't much point jumping to the EoS if they can't secure promotion within the first year. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LongTimeLurker Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 All three of the clubs alleged to be involved tick the boxes on licensing where their grounds are concerned without any difficulty. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lowenan Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 1 hour ago, Burnie_man said: Went to the Burntisland Shipyard v Eyemouth Utd game today, first time there and a tidy little set-up, but the standard was absolutely dreadful, and a headcount revealed 26 people were watching, presumably some of whom were committee. A brave move for any top Junior club to move into that league. There's only 2, maybe 3 clubs who would measure up to Junior South Division standard. LTHV and Leith are far and above those teams in quality. All results show that they would be top teams in the juniors as well. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burnie_man Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 LTHV and Leith are far and above those teams in quality. All results show that they would be top teams in the juniors as well. Those were the two I referred to, I've not seen them this season but by all accounts could hold their own in the Superleague. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rigano Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Tynecastle are improving also. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunrise Posted May 13, 2017 Share Posted May 13, 2017 Well well well where's the humble pie from all the juniorists that said the EOSFL would die and was finished :lol: Juniors to the EOSFL na it'll never happen the EoS clubs will go junior  :lol: Seriously on the positive side we're getting closer to a breakthrough we thought we'd never see. Suppose being well funded (responsibly I add - they have a great set-up) and in a reasonable geographic position helps Kelty TBF, at least compared to the majority of sides beneath the Tay out with the seniors... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcastle broon Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 1 hour ago, Sunrise said: Suppose being well funded (responsibly I add - they have a great set-up) and in a reasonable geographic position helps Kelty TBF, at least compared to the majority of sides beneath the Tay out with the seniors... As far as I can see only Ayrshire missing from a geographical position, which I've stated before regarding the LL. Maybes one or more will move one day, obviously things at present don't suit but that was said of Kelty etc so ye just never know..... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcastle broon Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 (edited) 7 hours ago, Burnie_man said: Went to the Burntisland Shipyard v Eyemouth Utd game today, first time there and a tidy little set-up, but the standard was absolutely dreadful, and a headcount revealed 26 people were watching, presumably some of whom were committee. A brave move for any top Junior club to move into that league. There's only 2, maybe 3 clubs who would measure up to Junior South Division standard. On the basis of that match today? These teams would find their level and p.s Eyemouth, albeit away today I can vouch is a fantastic day oot for the fitba. Cushty though they're not up to your standard Edited May 14, 2017 by newcastle broon 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newcastle broon Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 7 hours ago, FairWeatherFan said: Out of the other rumoured Junior clubs, how many are close to being licenced? There isn't much point jumping to the EoS if they can't secure promotion within the first year. Why's that they'll still be in the Scottish with the added attraction of a big game against decent opposition? The EOSFL may no be the best league in the world but teams would soon find their level, I'm sure that's what a Pyramid is there for 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairWeatherFan Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 3 hours ago, newcastle broon said: Why's that they'll still be in the Scottish with the added attraction of a big game against decent opposition? The EOSFL may no be the best league in the world but teams would soon find their level, I'm sure that's what a Pyramid is there for Without a licence you're stuck at that level without chance of promotion. And the only hope of Scottish Cup entry would be winning the EoS. So if any of these clubs aren't close to licencing it seems a little fruitless to make the jump. Kelty possibly being in the Scottish Cup next year might be part of the temptation to move now. They can cover the "step down" in league by having the carrot of a run or big tie in the Scottish Cup for the first year while they work on getting licenced during the season. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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