Nice piece mate. I’m convinced the Cook appointment was part of a bigger plan - hatchet man seemingly not picked by new owners, demolishes squad, new guy comes in once it’s sorted. I remember being surprised how angry people were that Cook had gone! By the time we played Gillingham A (KM second game) we were singing his name…. … cannot ever remember singing Cooks
An excellent piece. And a welcome dose of intelligent commentary. You’ve captured the feeling beautifully. The sense that things must surely fall apart was real. And persistent!
Thanks again Jack. Another terrific, articulate article. For me (a fan since ‘78), I’ve finally started trusting the team again - in a manner I last did back in the early 80s with Sir Bobby and for a brief moment under Burley. Enjoy the off-season.
Nice piece mate. I’m convinced the Cook appointment was part of a bigger plan - hatchet man seemingly not picked by new owners, demolishes squad, new guy comes in once it’s sorted. I remember being surprised how angry people were that Cook had gone! By the time we played Gillingham A (KM second game) we were singing his name…. … cannot ever remember singing Cooks
That would be some foresight!
An excellent piece. And a welcome dose of intelligent commentary. You’ve captured the feeling beautifully. The sense that things must surely fall apart was real. And persistent!
We are finally blessed. 🙏
This is lovely stuff, thanks Jack
Thanks again Jack. Another terrific, articulate article. For me (a fan since ‘78), I’ve finally started trusting the team again - in a manner I last did back in the early 80s with Sir Bobby and for a brief moment under Burley. Enjoy the off-season.
You too Mike, thanks for reading!
This is beautifully written.
Thanks
Thanks so much!
A fantastic insightful article with a beautiful turn of phrase. Thank you
Thank you, Phil!