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Post by bluetornados on Oct 31, 2023 17:58:19 GMT
Captain Albert James Prince-Cox (8th August 1890 – 26th October 1967) was an English football manager, player and referee, boxer, boxing promoter and a fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society. Prince-Cox became the Secretary-manager of Bristol Rovers in 1930. At the time of his appointment the club were struggling financially, but he was credited with turning the situation around through his use of the player transfer market to buy and sell players for a profit. He left The Pirates (a nickname that he introduced, along with the team's blue and white quartered shirts, which are still worn today) in 1936. He then spent two years working as a full-time boxing promoter, before being appointed as manager of Gloucester City in 1938, at which point he was one of the best-known sporting figures in the West of England. He died in late 1967, aged 77, in Bristol. upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7e/Albert_Prince-Cox_%281927%29.jpg/220px-Albert_Prince-Cox_%281927%29.jpgPrince-Cox (middle) refereeing in 1927
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Oct 31, 2023 22:59:35 GMT
Captain Albert James Prince-Cox (8th August 1890 – 26th October 1967) was an English football manager, player and referee, boxer, boxing promoter and a fellow of the Royal Meteorological Society. Prince-Cox became the Secretary-manager of Bristol Rovers in 1930. At the time of his appointment the club were struggling financially, but he was credited with turning the situation around through his use of the player transfer market to buy and sell players for a profit. He left The Pirates (a nickname that he introduced, along with the team's blue and white quartered shirts, which are still worn today) in 1936. He then spent two years working as a full-time boxing promoter, before being appointed as manager of Gloucester City in 1938, at which point he was one of the best-known sporting figures in the West of England. He died in late 1967, aged 77, in Bristol. upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7e/Albert_Prince-Cox_%281927%29.jpg/220px-Albert_Prince-Cox_%281927%29.jpgPrince-Cox (middle) refereeing in 1927on the right, “Ruddy forecourt flowers again.” on the left, “where’s my present.”
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Oct 31, 2023 23:11:30 GMT
Would John Eustace drop to League One when he can land a job at Championship club, like Bristol City? Maybe not. Should he though, for the less pressure and extra time he would get at somewhere like Rovers, giving him time to learn and best opportunity to add a promotion to his CV? Probably yes.
The Gerry Francis route to the top, as opposed to the Garry Monk route to the bottom.
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Post by Mrs V Smegma on Oct 31, 2023 23:47:56 GMT
Almost certainly out of our league but not yet fixed up with a club - wonder if we could twist Graham Potter’s arm into a rehabilitation project?
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JeffNZ
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Post by JeffNZ on Nov 1, 2023 1:16:52 GMT
That would be a real statement of intent by the new owners. Eustace currently 1/4 odds-on for the poison chalice across the river. I no longer like him.
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Nov 1, 2023 10:27:03 GMT
That would be a real statement of intent by the new owners. Eustace currently 1/4 odds-on for the poison chalice across the river. I no longer like him. All new managers are a risk, especially as inexperienced as Eustace with just the one job. We had a 28 year old player manager back in the eighties who had us playing well? Wasn’t tough enough to enforce discipline so left us for a coaching role at Norwich, was never a front man again. Norwich were superb in that period, the manager got the credit, left for Everton and flopped. The Landsdowns have yet to invest from the big sales, and would except the right offer for the club? Why are they losing interest in the sports empire they were building? Flyers, Lando Norris, city’s ladies team, the Bears, all doing well for the investment. But we are more likely to be playing City from their relegation than our promotion? recent pictures of Pearson he doesn’t look at all well does he.
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Post by bluetornados on Nov 1, 2023 10:39:59 GMT
Eustace currently 1/4 odds-on for the poison chalice across the river. I no longer like him. All new managers are a risk, especially as inexperienced as Eustace with just the one job. We had a 28 year old player manager back in the eighties who had us playing well? Wasn’t tough enough to enforce discipline so left us for a coaching role at Norwich, was never a front man again. Norwich were superb in that period, the manager got the credit, left for Everton and flopped. The Landsdowns have yet to invest from the big sales, and would except the right offer for the club? Why are they losing interest in the sports empire they were building? Flyers, Lando Norris, city’s ladies team, the Bears, all doing well for the investment. But we are more likely to be playing City from their relegation than our promotion? recent pictures of Pearson he doesn’t look at all well does he. Hey, loved David Williams when he took over the reins, left for Norwich where he was assistant to Ken Brown, who are you thinking the manager was that left for Everton...?
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Nov 1, 2023 10:46:11 GMT
All new managers are a risk, especially as inexperienced as Eustace with just the one job. We had a 28 year old player manager back in the eighties who had us playing well? Wasn’t tough enough to enforce discipline so left us for a coaching role at Norwich, was never a front man again. Norwich were superb in that period, the manager got the credit, left for Everton and flopped. The Landsdowns have yet to invest from the big sales, and would except the right offer for the club? Why are they losing interest in the sports empire they were building? Flyers, Lando Norris, city’s ladies team, the Bears, all doing well for the investment. But we are more likely to be playing City from their relegation than our promotion? recent pictures of Pearson he doesn’t look at all well does he. Hey, loved David Williams when he took over the reins, left for Norwich where he was assistant to Ken Brown, who are you thinking the manager was that left for Everton...? Mike Walker?
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Post by lostinspace on Nov 1, 2023 10:47:11 GMT
Eustace currently 1/4 odds-on for the poison chalice across the river. I no longer like him. All new managers are a risk, especially as inexperienced as Eustace with just the one job. We had a 28 year old player manager back in the eighties who had us playing well? Wasn’t tough enough to enforce discipline so left us for a coaching role at Norwich, was never a front man again. Norwich were superb in that period, the manager got the credit, left for Everton and flopped. The Landsdowns have yet to invest from the big sales, and would except the right offer for the club? Why are they losing interest in the sports empire they were building? Flyers, Lando Norris, city’s ladies team, the Bears, all doing well for the investment. But we are more likely to be playing City from their relegation than our promotion? recent pictures of Pearson he doesn’t look at all well does he. a red close by to me says that Pearson is on crutches when he is on match day duties ,and has been for a while , something obvioosly wrong with him currently, the lad never specified what his problems are
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Nov 1, 2023 10:55:58 GMT
Do managers get removed too quickly these days? Would Landsdown have sacked Dicks after a couple of years? Football coaching and management surely lends itself itself to a slow build towards goals?
Does not handling the media side of things okay these days cost managers jobs and careers? In Football Manager simulator you have option to turn the media work off if you don’t want your performance measured on that, just the on field results , in the real world managers can’t. And an FM simulation from 1950’s and sixties wouldn’t have all this media and the traps in it. At quite a few jobs Joey would have gone after the Holocaust remark.
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Nov 1, 2023 10:58:24 GMT
All new managers are a risk, especially as inexperienced as Eustace with just the one job. We had a 28 year old player manager back in the eighties who had us playing well? Wasn’t tough enough to enforce discipline so left us for a coaching role at Norwich, was never a front man again. Norwich were superb in that period, the manager got the credit, left for Everton and flopped. The Landsdowns have yet to invest from the big sales, and would except the right offer for the club? Why are they losing interest in the sports empire they were building? Flyers, Lando Norris, city’s ladies team, the Bears, all doing well for the investment. But we are more likely to be playing City from their relegation than our promotion? recent pictures of Pearson he doesn’t look at all well does he. a red close by to me says that Pearson is on crutches when he is on match day duties ,and has been for a while , something obvioosly wrong with him currently, the lad never specified what his problems are Didn’t Pearson himself explain its neurology but still under tests to work out what? He doesn’t look well, maybe that’s the lack of sleep from the discomfort.
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Post by harrybuckle on Nov 1, 2023 11:28:31 GMT
Will Whelan stay on with Monk S manager do you all think ?
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Post by texasgas on Nov 1, 2023 13:14:43 GMT
Will Whelan stay on with Monk S manager do you all think ? Yes
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Post by texasgas on Nov 1, 2023 13:15:02 GMT
a red close by to me says that Pearson is on crutches when he is on match day duties ,and has been for a while , something obvioosly wrong with him currently, the lad never specified what his problems are Didn’t Pearson himself explain its neurology but still under tests to work out what? He doesn’t look well, maybe that’s the lack of sleep from the discomfort. Who cares. This is about our new manager.
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Post by Nobbygas on Nov 1, 2023 16:11:01 GMT
Do managers get removed too quickly these days? Would Landsdown have sacked Dicks after a couple of years? Football coaching and management surely lends itself itself to a slow build towards goals? Does not handling the media side of things okay these days cost managers jobs and careers? In Football Manager simulator you have option to turn the media work off if you don’t want your performance measured on that, just the on field results , in the real world managers can’t. And an FM simulation from 1950’s and sixties wouldn’t have all this media and the traps in it. At quite a few jobs Joey would have gone after the Holocaust remark. I'll mention Heidenheim in Germany. They have gone from the regional league in 2007 to now playing for the very first time in the Bundesliga. They have a ground capacity of 15,000. Their coach, Frank Schmidt, has been in charge since 2007. Now that is what you would call investing in your manager !
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Post by Bamber Gashead on Nov 1, 2023 19:00:09 GMT
It'll be interesting to see who they eventually appoint...
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Post by emperorsuperbus on Nov 1, 2023 19:33:13 GMT
It'll be interesting to see who they eventually appoint... if you think this is exciting, imagine Ancient Rome hailing a new Emperor.
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Post by harrybuckle on Nov 1, 2023 20:57:35 GMT
The 9 worst Roman emperors in history
Throughout its long and storied history, the Roman Empire produced some of the world's most iconic leaders.
While some emperors, like Augustus and Trajan, are remembered for their wise rule and military prowess, others are remembered for their cruelty, incompetence, and corruption.
Here, we delve into the darker side of Roman history by exploring the nine worst Roman emperors.
1. Nero (54-68 AD) Nero's reign is infamous for its brutality and paranoia. He is remembered for the Great Fire of Rome, which he allegedly started to clear land for his palatial complex, the Domus Aurea.
Although the fire's cause remains a subject of debate, Nero did blame the Christians, leading to widespread persecution.
Nero was also known for executing members of his family, including his mother Agrippina, and was eventually forced to commit suicide after being declared a public enemy by the Senate.
2. Caligula (37-41 AD) Caligula, whose real name was Gaius Caesar, ruled with a sadistic and erratic demeanor.
He was known for his extravagant spending, sexual depravity, and his desire to be worshiped as a living god.
His was known for his erratic behavior, such as declaring war on the sea, and attacking anyone that called him by his nickname "Caligula," meaning "little boots."
After his assassination, the Senate attempted to erase his memory from history.
Worst Roman emperor
3. Commodus (180-192 AD) The son of the respected Emperor Marcus Aurelius, Commodus was a disappointment to both his father and the empire.
He was more interested in gladiatorial combat and self-glorification than ruling, often dressing as Hercules and fighting in the arena. ]His neglect of the empire led to widespread corruption, and he was ultimately strangled to death by his wrestling partner in a palace coup. 4. Elagabalus (218-222 AD) Elagabalus was a teenage emperor known for his religious fanaticism and eccentricity.
He attempted to replace Jupiter with the sun god Elagabal as Rome's chief deity and forced high-ranking Romans to participate in his religious ceremonies. ]Elagabalus was also notorious for his sexual escapades and cruelty, eventually leading to his assassination by the Praetorian Guard at the age of 18. Caracalla's rule was marked by cruelty and paranoia. He was known for executing many of his perceived enemies, including his brother Geta, whose murder he ordered in front of their mother.
Caracalla's reign saw numerous military campaigns and the construction of the massive Baths of Caracalla in Rome.
His brutal rule ended with his assassination by a disgruntled soldier.
6. Tiberius (14-37 AD) Tiberius, the second Roman emperor, began his rule with promise but quickly descended into tyranny.
He increasingly withdrew from public life, leaving the empire in the hands of the ruthless Praetorian Prefect Sejanus.
Tiberius spent the latter part of his reign on the island of Capri, indulging in debauchery and executing perceived enemies.
His brutal rule set the stage for the reign of his successor, Caligula.
Worst Roman ruler © History Skills
7. Domitian (81-96 AD) Domitian, the younger brother of Titus, was a paranoid and cruel ruler.
He saw conspiracies everywhere and executed numerous senators and other high-ranking Romans on suspicion of treason.
His tyranny led to widespread unrest, and he was eventually assassinated by members of his own court.
8. Honorius (393-423 AD) Honorius, one of the last Western Roman emperors, was a weak and indecisive ruler.
He depended heavily on his advisors, particularly the general Stilicho, who was the real power behind the throne.
Honorius's reign was marked by disastrous military defeats, including the sack of Rome by the Visigoths in 410 AD. ]His failure to respond effectively to the growing threats facing the Western Roman Empire contributed to its eventual collapse.
9. Diocletian (284-305 AD) Although Diocletian was a capable military commander and implemented significant administrative reforms, his reign was marred by his brutal persecution of Christians.
As a staunch defender of the traditional Roman religion, Diocletian believed that Christians undermined the empire's stability.
His "Great Persecution" in 303 AD was the most severe and widespread persecution of Christians in the Roman Empire's history, leading to the execution of thousands and the destruction of Christian churches and texts.
Despite his efforts to restore the empire's former glory, Diocletian's legacy is tainted by his religious intolerance. A truly bad bunch The reigns of these nine Roman emperors are cautionary tales of the dangers of absolute power, illustrating how the worst aspects of human nature can thrive when left unchecked.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 1, 2023 21:36:38 GMT
Do managers get removed too quickly these days? Would Landsdown have sacked Dicks after a couple of years? Football coaching and management surely lends itself itself to a slow build towards goals? Does not handling the media side of things okay these days cost managers jobs and careers? In Football Manager simulator you have option to turn the media work off if you don’t want your performance measured on that, just the on field results , in the real world managers can’t. And an FM simulation from 1950’s and sixties wouldn’t have all this media and the traps in it. At quite a few jobs Joey would have gone after the Holocaust remark. I'll mention Heidenheim in Germany. They have gone from the regional league in 2007 to now playing for the very first time in the Bundesliga. They have a ground capacity of 15,000. Their coach, Frank Schmidt, has been in charge since 2007. Now that is what you would call investing in your manager ! I like the thinking outside of the box. One to consider talking to even if the owners know nothing about him just so they can learn something about him.
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Post by Delsy on Nov 1, 2023 21:51:10 GMT
Oh well, at least we know Fat Frank’ won’t be joining us ?
Who are SSV ULM 1846 ?
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