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| WELSH WONDER: Sam Vokes |
CHERRIES striker Sam Vokes admits he is relishing the prospect of pitting his wits against England's finest young defenders.
The teenager is set to win his ninth cap for Wales when they host England under-21s in a friendly at Wrexham's Racecourse Ground tonight.
Vokes, a target for several Premiership clubs, is likely to come up against Three Lions captain David Wheater, who starred in the top flight for Middlesbrough last season.
Wheater is expected to forge a central defensive partnership with Ryan Shawcross, while former Cherries loan player Martin Cranie could start at right-back for England.
Vokes, who was born in Southampton and raised in Lymington, has netted four times since bursting on to the international stage 15 months ago.
Speaking to the Daily Echo last night, Vokes said: "It's always good to try to test yourself against the best players and that's what I'll be hoping to do if I'm selected.
"They are among the best in the country at that age so it should be a good contest against them. Everyone will be giving 100 per cent and it should be a good game.
"We met up on Monday and have had a few hard training sessions. It's been hard because it's been so hot but the boys are buzzing for the game."
Vokes, who qualifies for Wales through his grandfather Mike Finch, added: "In some ways it is going to be a bit weird playing against England because that's where I'm from. But I'm a Welsh player so I'll be giving it my all for Wales."
The Sky-televised clash will give Vokes the chance to showcase his talents to the viewing public and also stake his claim for elevation to the full squad.
Vokes has played a key role in helping Wales claim pole position in their European Under-21 Championship qualifying group to leave them within touching distance of advancing to the play-offs, with seven winners earning a place in next year's eight-country finals.
He faces competition for a starting role from Manchester City's Ched Evans, room-mate Simon Church from Reading and Wigan's David Cotterill.
Vokes, who hit 10 goals for Cherries last season, added: "It's great to be involved at international level and it's also hard after a gruelling season.
"I played more games than I'm used to in my first full season with Bournemouth but it's a great feeling to play for Wales against England and I'm not complaining!"
7:00am Thursday 15th May 2008
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CommentPosted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 8:47am Thu 15 May 08
All the Scouts will be hovering for this game Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet
All the Scouts will be hovering for this game Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet
Posted by: brock_and_roll, Brock on 9:08am Thu 15 May 08
[italic]Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet[/italic]
Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up!
Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet
Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up!
Posted by: ross, christchurch on 9:31am Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]brock_and_roll[/bold] wrote:
[italic]Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet[/italic] Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up![/quote] most have known about the points deduction although it has to be confirmed how many we will lose. if rotherham suffer the same fate it will be any 2 from 3 for the conference with the bookmakers. as for the admin, it apparantly takes a couple of weeks to sort out the legal paperwork, but one things for sure its not going to be dull next season one way or another
brock_and_roll wrote:
Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up!
most have known about the points deduction although it has to be confirmed how many we will lose. if rotherham suffer the same fate it will be any 2 from 3 for the conference with the bookmakers. as for the admin, it apparantly takes a couple of weeks to sort out the legal paperwork, but one things for sure its not going to be dull next season one way or another
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:37am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:37am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:37am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold] [bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indded are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:38am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold] [bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:38am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold] [bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: Richard Mayes on 9:38am Thu 15 May 08
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold] [bold]bold[/bold]
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 10:07am Thu 15 May 08
Ok Richard we get your point!!!!!
Ok Richard we get your point!!!!!
Posted by: Bimht, sherborne on 10:14am Thu 15 May 08
...ANYWAY...GOOD LUCK TO SAM VOKES!!
...ANYWAY...GOOD LUCK TO SAM VOKES!!
Posted by: brock_and_roll, Brock on 10:48am Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]Richard Mayes[/bold] wrote:
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.[bold]bold[/bold] [bold]bold[/bold] [/quote] Richard, the legality [italic]was[/italic] dubious but following the Leeds arbitration by some of the finest legal minds in the country, the League's policy has now been supported - hence why Luton are receiving exactly the same penalty as Leeds. Precedent has been set and established legally - there will be no more challenges on this point. If you exit administration without a CVA or similar arrangement with your creditors, you cannot expect the League to transfer their golden share without at the very least a 15 point deduction. In the interest of fairness to other clubs I dont think this is unreasonable - otherwise everyone would be at it!
Richard Mayes wrote:
Mr Mostyn has always made it clear that no announcement would be made until next week ( and if rumours are true re the other consortium member there is good reason for this) and the FA have made no decision re points to be deducted and indeed are reviewing this policy, wisely given its doubtful legality and the strong possibilty of a legal challenge. As for Sam good luck to him, one can only hope that he opts to continue to proceed with his education and development here for a while.
Richard, the legality
was dubious but following the Leeds arbitration by some of the finest legal minds in the country, the League's policy has now been supported - hence why Luton are receiving exactly the same penalty as Leeds. Precedent has been set and established legally - there will be no more challenges on this point. If you exit administration without a CVA or similar arrangement with your creditors, you cannot expect the League to transfer their golden share without at the very least a 15 point deduction. In the interest of fairness to other clubs I dont think this is unreasonable - otherwise everyone would be at it!
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 11:15am Thu 15 May 08
So the reality is we start next season minus 15 points and third from bottom then, 2 go down so we have a 1 in 3 chance of staying up and looking at the points that send sides down this season if we manage the same points as we did this season we will stay up by 1 point. A number of people think we should be going for promotion next season so if we play that well we should make the play offs then, on the other hand who is going to want to come to a club on the brink and starting with such a handicap, there are a number of issues to work through before we can even start to worry about next season, after all we only get the points deduction after we come out of administration and that does not look likely at present does it?
So the reality is we start next season minus 15 points and third from bottom then, 2 go down so we have a 1 in 3 chance of staying up and looking at the points that send sides down this season if we manage the same points as we did this season we will stay up by 1 point. A number of people think we should be going for promotion next season so if we play that well we should make the play offs then, on the other hand who is going to want to come to a club on the brink and starting with such a handicap, there are a number of issues to work through before we can even start to worry about next season, after all we only get the points deduction after we come out of administration and that does not look likely at present does it?
Posted by: AFCB_exile, Coventry on 11:59am Thu 15 May 08
Sorry Brock and Roll but you are misinformed! Luton have not had 15 points deducted. No decision has yet been made. This story got legs yesterday because the Sporting Life misinterpreted a press statement from the proposed new owners of Luton and the story was picked up by all sorts of other media outlets such as Sky Sports. In typically shoddy fashion not one of the journalists bothered to check the facts. Luton later issued a statement pointing out that the story was completely inaccurate.
It may be that at some point a deduction will be made BUT it is not certain that it will be 15 points. The Arbitration Tribunal were quite explicit that the Football League's exercise of its discretion in relation to Leeds was not intended to set a precedent for other clubs exiting administration without a CVA. The Tribunal emphasised that each case - and specific reference is made to Luton, Rotherham and ourselves - must be treated on its merits. It is up to AFCB to prepare a reasoned case that distinguishes our circumstances from those of Leeds and, come to that, Luton. For instance, if our ratio of wages to turnover has not excceeded the notional ceiling that the FL operates that might be a relevant factor in distinguishing AFCB from Leeds and Luton. Or more prosaically, AFCB has not gone bust 'chasing the dream'!
Where you are correct is that any attempt to challenge the decision that the FL does make in the legitimate exercise of its discretion under the FL rules would be a fruitless exercise.
Sorry Brock and Roll but you are misinformed! Luton have not had 15 points deducted. No decision has yet been made. This story got legs yesterday because the Sporting Life misinterpreted a press statement from the proposed new owners of Luton and the story was picked up by all sorts of other media outlets such as Sky Sports. In typically shoddy fashion not one of the journalists bothered to check the facts. Luton later issued a statement pointing out that the story was completely inaccurate.
It may be that at some point a deduction will be made BUT it is not certain that it will be 15 points. The Arbitration Tribunal were quite explicit that the Football League's exercise of its discretion in relation to Leeds was not intended to set a precedent for other clubs exiting administration without a CVA. The Tribunal emphasised that each case - and specific reference is made to Luton, Rotherham and ourselves - must be treated on its merits. It is up to AFCB to prepare a reasoned case that distinguishes our circumstances from those of Leeds and, come to that, Luton. For instance, if our ratio of wages to turnover has not excceeded the notional ceiling that the FL operates that might be a relevant factor in distinguishing AFCB from Leeds and Luton. Or more prosaically, AFCB has not gone bust 'chasing the dream'!
Where you are correct is that any attempt to challenge the decision that the FL does make in the legitimate exercise of its discretion under the FL rules would be a fruitless exercise.
Posted by: Huckfan, Poole on 12:01pm Thu 15 May 08
It May have turned cold, BUT I AM STILL WEARING MY SHORTS!!
It May have turned cold, BUT I AM STILL WEARING MY SHORTS!!
Posted by: anton, uk on 12:15pm Thu 15 May 08
There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody!
There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody!
Posted by: France Cherry, France on 1:15pm Thu 15 May 08
Re JM's announcement, could the timing be linked to the rumour that Harry will resign from Pompey after the cup final - fingers crossed!!
Re JM's announcement, could the timing be linked to the rumour that Harry will resign from Pompey after the cup final - fingers crossed!!
Posted by: Simon, London on 1:44pm Thu 15 May 08
I live near Luton and train with one of their season ticket holders. Believe me, they have got some serious problems on the horizon, apart from admin points deductions they might get! The Mike Newell can of worms??
I live near Luton and train with one of their season ticket holders. Believe me, they have got some serious problems on the horizon, apart from admin points deductions they might get! The Mike Newell can of worms??
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 1:46pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]anton[/bold] wrote:
There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody![/quote] Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.
anton wrote:
There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody!
Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.
Posted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 1:53pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]Simon[/bold] wrote:
I live near Luton and train with one of their season ticket holders. Believe me, they have got some serious problems on the horizon, apart from admin points deductions they might get! The Mike Newell can of worms??[/quote] I know they are in quite a bit of trouble . If anymore get points deduction it will be a mini League within a League
Simon wrote:
I live near Luton and train with one of their season ticket holders. Believe me, they have got some serious problems on the horizon, apart from admin points deductions they might get! The Mike Newell can of worms??
I know they are in quite a bit of trouble . If anymore get points deduction it will be a mini League within a League
Posted by: john coombes, Tiverton on 2:40pm Thu 15 May 08
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon
Posted by: swampy, poole on 3:32pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]brock_and_roll[/bold] wrote:
[italic]Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet[/italic] Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up![/quote] Mawhinney has said publicly that the penalty to Leeds was a warning to every other team in the same position that they would incur the points loss. If Leeds can beat it then judging by Cherries last few performances they shouldnt find it too difficult. All it needs is a siege mentality. Either way, good luck Bournemouth
brock_and_roll wrote:
Is there any news abouth the future of AFC Bournemouth Evening Echo time is ticking away is this going to happen or is it another JM SS fantasy. Is Good Old Jeff available for comment yet Just as importantly Mr Echo - check out the breaking news at Luton. Their failure to agree a CVA is going to get them a 15 point deduction next season. We are in exactly the same position - if and when new owners "AFCB 2008" buy the club, we will get the same penalty. I have been trying to point this out for months, but have either been dismissed or ignored. The Luton press however appears to have woken up!
Mawhinney has said publicly that the penalty to Leeds was a warning to every other team in the same position that they would incur the points loss. If Leeds can beat it then judging by Cherries last few performances they shouldnt find it too difficult. All it needs is a siege mentality. Either way, good luck Bournemouth
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 3:41pm Thu 15 May 08
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 3:41pm Thu 15 May 08
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 3:41pm Thu 15 May 08
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
So Richard who is the third member of the new consortium then. Is it Mr Redknapp?
Good luck to sam tonight i will be watching with interest.
Posted by: richard.board, southampton on 3:43pm Thu 15 May 08
Thank you that man for pressing the tit on his computer and given us half a dozen of the same. WAKE UP.
Heard a whisper that big Jeff hasnt got a pot to **** in, and that the deal is ready to collapse about us. Anyone got this latest rumour?
Thank you that man for pressing the tit on his computer and given us half a dozen of the same. WAKE UP.
Heard a whisper that big Jeff hasnt got a pot to **** in, and that the deal is ready to collapse about us. Anyone got this latest rumour?
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 3:51pm Thu 15 May 08
Richard.board your whisper is wrong. Mr Mostyn was in Bournemouth yesterday having a meeting with Mr Sly.
Where do you get your rumours from
Richard.board your whisper is wrong. Mr Mostyn was in Bournemouth yesterday having a meeting with Mr Sly.
Where do you get your rumours from
Posted by: richard.board, southampton on 3:53pm Thu 15 May 08
SURPRISE PACKET
How can you be so positive?. Have you got a inside mole or something?
SURPRISE PACKET
How can you be so positive?. Have you got a inside mole or something?
Posted by: richard.board, southampton on 3:56pm Thu 15 May 08
Rumours from someone very close to the mouth of the club-surprise packet
Rumours from someone very close to the mouth of the club-surprise packet
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 3:58pm Thu 15 May 08
I can assure you that the club will survive and will be playing football next season. There will be some shocks and surprises over the next few weeks or so.
Your so negative though
I can assure you that the club will survive and will be playing football next season. There will be some shocks and surprises over the next few weeks or so.
Your so negative though
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 4:07pm Thu 15 May 08
Why dont you name them then and then we can all see who is spreading the rumours Richard.
Why dont you name them then and then we can all see who is spreading the rumours Richard.
Posted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 4:10pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]A surprise[/bold] wrote:
Why dont you name them then and then we can all see who is spreading the rumours Richard.[/quote] I agree with you I think there will be more surprises hopefully nice ones for a change. But you cant wind poor old Richard Board up to revel his thoughts unless you are prepared to do the same. I think we will here something early next week what do you think am I on the same wavelenghth
A surprise wrote:
Why dont you name them then and then we can all see who is spreading the rumours Richard.
I agree with you I think there will be more surprises hopefully nice ones for a change. But you cant wind poor old Richard Board up to revel his thoughts unless you are prepared to do the same. I think we will here something early next week what do you think am I on the same wavelenghth
Posted by: richard.board, southampton on 4:27pm Thu 15 May 08
good point kevvo, but you cant spell hear , can you?!
good point kevvo, but you cant spell hear , can you?!
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 4:28pm Thu 15 May 08
Kevvo you are correct next week should be DDay.
Yes I should not wind poor old Richard up and I cant reveal what I know so He wont reveal either i guess.
Lets all watch Leeds get beat tonight Pompey to win the cup and roll on next week.
Kevvo you are correct next week should be DDay.
Yes I should not wind poor old Richard up and I cant reveal what I know so He wont reveal either i guess.
Lets all watch Leeds get beat tonight Pompey to win the cup and roll on next week.
Posted by: A surprise, Bournemouth on 4:37pm Thu 15 May 08
richard board your point is what. Its not a spelling quiz.
richard board your point is what. Its not a spelling quiz.
Posted by: ross, christchurch on 4:40pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]A surprise[/bold] wrote:
Kevvo you are correct next week should be DDay. Yes I should not wind poor old Richard up and I cant reveal what I know so He wont reveal either i guess. Lets all watch Leeds get beat tonight Pompey to win the cup and roll on next week.[/quote] dont forget that sam vokes is on sky sporty 2 tonight if he plays
A surprise wrote:
Kevvo you are correct next week should be DDay. Yes I should not wind poor old Richard up and I cant reveal what I know so He wont reveal either i guess. Lets all watch Leeds get beat tonight Pompey to win the cup and roll on next week.
dont forget that sam vokes is on sky sporty 2 tonight if he plays
Posted by: scottie, Salisbury on 5:21pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]A surprise[/bold] wrote:
I can assure you that the club will survive and will be playing football next season. There will be some shocks and surprises over the next few weeks or so. Your so negative though[/quote] just hope you are right my supreme optimism is starting to wear thin. Good luck Sam
A surprise wrote:
I can assure you that the club will survive and will be playing football next season. There will be some shocks and surprises over the next few weeks or so. Your so negative though
just hope you are right my supreme optimism is starting to wear thin. Good luck Sam
Posted by: flyingleaper, el segundo ca.USA on 5:45pm Thu 15 May 08
we shall over cooommmmeeee some dayaaaaaaaaaaa-AAAAA
AAAAHHHHHHHHHHH
we shall over cooommmmeeee some dayaaaaaaaaaaa-AAAAA
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Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 5:46pm Thu 15 May 08
From what I have read today the 15 points deduction is almost a certainty so we are handicapped before we even start next season, it's all very well being positive but we have to get out of administration and accept the deal with the league, next week we may no more about who will own the club but the future is not looking as bright as some would have us believe, I would love to know who these people are that are going to surprise us because all I have seen show things quite differently, please enlighten us or is it more of the same that never comes to fruition.
From what I have read today the 15 points deduction is almost a certainty so we are handicapped before we even start next season, it's all very well being positive but we have to get out of administration and accept the deal with the league, next week we may no more about who will own the club but the future is not looking as bright as some would have us believe, I would love to know who these people are that are going to surprise us because all I have seen show things quite differently, please enlighten us or is it more of the same that never comes to fruition.
Posted by: kenno, Sidmouth on 6:57pm Thu 15 May 08
Assuming we sell 2000 season tickets (as a league two team with uncertain prospects on and off the field) at an average of £220......50% of our supporters are senior citizens.....we will have approx £450,000 of certain income next season. A winning team could expect an average home attendance of 5500-6000.
With average wages of say £700 per week our season ticket sales could just cover 14 professionals wages.
Any additional income from 23 home attendances would be unlikely to cover stadium rent and also management, backroom and administration staff.
sponsorship income is also likely to be down on last season.
Can we trade at a profit? very doubtful.
If we dont get off to a flying start can we trade at a profit. No.
Would you invest your money into a loss making business?
If i was a millionaire with more than enough to keep me comfortable in old age...Yes.Otherwise why would we want the worry?
What we need is an inspired philanthropist.
Assuming we sell 2000 season tickets (as a league two team with uncertain prospects on and off the field) at an average of £220......50% of our supporters are senior citizens.....we will have approx £450,000 of certain income next season. A winning team could expect an average home attendance of 5500-6000.
With average wages of say £700 per week our season ticket sales could just cover 14 professionals wages.
Any additional income from 23 home attendances would be unlikely to cover stadium rent and also management, backroom and administration staff.
sponsorship income is also likely to be down on last season.
Can we trade at a profit? very doubtful.
If we dont get off to a flying start can we trade at a profit. No.
Would you invest your money into a loss making business?
If i was a millionaire with more than enough to keep me comfortable in old age...Yes.Otherwise why would we want the worry?
What we need is an inspired philanthropist.
Posted by: anton, uk on 7:13pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]GMcMahon[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]anton[/bold] wrote: There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody![/quote] Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.[/quote] Would have thought that selling the catering/club contracts and Vokes would offset the seemingly paultry buying price, then give it away.
GMcMahon wrote:
anton wrote: There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody!
Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.
Would have thought that selling the catering/club contracts and Vokes would offset the seemingly paultry buying price, then give it away.
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 9:16pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]anton[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]GMcMahon[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]anton[/bold] wrote: There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody![/quote] Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.[/quote] Would have thought that selling the catering/club contracts and Vokes would offset the seemingly paultry buying price, then give it away.[/quote] You were saying it would be worth a few million, surely you can see it's a long way from that, we are still in administration and with the points deduction the season tickets will be lower than they otherwise would be not to mention Vokes wanting to stay, I can't see where you are getting your millions from.
anton wrote:
GMcMahon wrote:
anton wrote: There may be a 15 point deduction, but the board will have fleeced the taxpayer for near on a million plus taken other companies to the cleaners for millions more. The current deals with catering etc get torn up etc, so the new board stands to make some money. And the fans can help contribute to their cash pot via season tickets, playershare and volenteering to work for the club for nothing. The club could be worth a few million to sell in the next couple of years. Nice little earner for somebody!
Not much chance of that whilst someone else owns the ground or had you forgotten the club rents, any money that could be made is burdened by a very heavy rent and unless the ground is bought back it will remain so and will have no hope of making any money or being a good sell on for anyone.
Would have thought that selling the catering/club contracts and Vokes would offset the seemingly paultry buying price, then give it away.
You were saying it would be worth a few million, surely you can see it's a long way from that, we are still in administration and with the points deduction the season tickets will be lower than they otherwise would be not to mention Vokes wanting to stay, I can't see where you are getting your millions from.
Posted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 9:48pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]A surprise[/bold] wrote:
richard board your point is what. Its not a spelling quiz.[/quote] I spet reveal wrong as well but RB didnt notice that !!!
A surprise wrote:
richard board your point is what. Its not a spelling quiz.
I spet reveal wrong as well but RB didnt notice that !!!
Posted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 9:49pm Thu 15 May 08
Blimey I am cracking up I spelt spelt wrong as well
Blimey I am cracking up I spelt spelt wrong as well
Posted by: kevvo, The dog house again on 9:53pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]john coombes[/bold] wrote:
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon[/quote] I just hope its all for real and not another one of the lies that sadly we have become used to.
Pretty sure that a real person is involved this time and not one of Jeff imaginary friends so I wouldnt worry to much
john coombes wrote:
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon
I just hope its all for real and not another one of the lies that sadly we have become used to.
Pretty sure that a real person is involved this time and not one of Jeff imaginary friends so I wouldnt worry to much
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 10:14pm Thu 15 May 08
[quote][bold]kevvo[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]john coombes[/bold] wrote:
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon[/quote] I just hope its all for real and not another one of the lies that sadly we have become used to.
Pretty sure that a real person is involved this time and not one of Jeff imaginary friends so I wouldnt worry to much [/quote] I can't believe anyone would be judging the future of the club and if to invest by reading any posts on this site, that statement in itself looks a touch demented if you believe it John, as for Mostyn there is another week to go and he must be worried there has been plenty to suggest things are not as sweet as you may think, try looking around the other cherries sites you might learn something, this site has the worst information of any and is the slowest to get any news, good work Echo.
kevvo wrote:
john coombes wrote:
I feel that whether we are deducted 15 points or not is the least of our worries, lets just hope we have a club to support, I do not blame any person wishing to purchase the club keeping quiet until its tied up, after reading some of the demented postings on this site, lets just hope itn happens soon
I just hope its all for real and not another one of the lies that sadly we have become used to.
Pretty sure that a real person is involved this time and not one of Jeff imaginary friends so I wouldnt worry to much
I can't believe anyone would be judging the future of the club and if to invest by reading any posts on this site, that statement in itself looks a touch demented if you believe it John, as for Mostyn there is another week to go and he must be worried there has been plenty to suggest things are not as sweet as you may think, try looking around the other cherries sites you might learn something, this site has the worst information of any and is the slowest to get any news, good work Echo.
Posted by: richard.board, southampton on 1:21pm Fri 16 May 08
What sites-camp sites?
The Echo people are the only people who do a site, or name others-there are no others.
Also people say next week for details?
Who knows!
I feel we know now as much as we did last season which is basically,nothing
What sites-camp sites?
The Echo people are the only people who do a site, or name others-there are no others.
Also people say next week for details?
Who knows!
I feel we know now as much as we did last season which is basically,nothing
Posted by: GMcMahon, Highcliffe on 1:46pm Fri 16 May 08
[quote][bold]richard.board[/bold] wrote:
What sites-camp sites?
The Echo people are the only people who do a site, or name others-there are no others.
Also people say next week for details?
Who knows!
I feel we know now as much as we did last season which is basically,nothing[/quote] Why not try the number of Cherries forums including the supporters trust forum and there are plenty more, this site is always the last to get any news you would be better off on the Bournemouth buzz site for up to date news, funny thing to say richard.broad, do you not use the internet much?
richard.board wrote:
What sites-camp sites?
The Echo people are the only people who do a site, or name others-there are no others.
Also people say next week for details?
Who knows!
I feel we know now as much as we did last season which is basically,nothing
Why not try the number of Cherries forums including the supporters trust forum and there are plenty more, this site is always the last to get any news you would be better off on the Bournemouth buzz site for up to date news, funny thing to say richard.broad, do you not use the internet much?
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