Boab17

Never was a chance of Shortless demise boss! all the best for next season.

Cheers m8 Yes still at Lochwinnoch m8 we secured the long term lease for it so we can get stuck into the rest of the renovations.

Now that season 18/19 has finished we once again put a request out there for players. Queue the sales pitch; Viewfield Rovers were once a big name in Scottish Amateur football, winning the Scottish cup in 2004 and runners up twice. Established in 1921 we are 2 years short of our centenary which in the current climate is a great achievement. It is fair to say that over the past few seasons the cub has struggled to attract a great calibre of players. 3 seasons ago they never won a point and conceded well over 100 goals. 2 seasons ago there was signs of improvement and last season even more. when I took on the role of Manager at the beginning of last season I knew it was going to be a long journey but one which I was prepared to start. The first half of the season we were looking at a top 3 finish going by the results we were having, knocking out Ayrshire Premier league team in the Scottish etc. For some reason after Christmas it just seemed to nosedive. Couple players left thinking they were moving to bigger things only to find themselves in relegation battles. Long term injuries to our keeper and key players and teams that we were beating in first half of the season were now beating us. We were working with a threadbare squad due to the above and of course suspensions and work laid the boot in as well. We had a huge footfall of players that either didn't show commitment or simply weren't good enough (we will never be a jersey filler club) and we parted company. We could have went down the lets be soft attitude and just make sure we get players whether or not they show commitment or not, but im not nor ever will be the type of manager that doesn't demand effort. I don't care what position we are in I expect players to train and show up on time for games that's just a basic courtesy. The club has its own facilities that would put a lot of junior teams to shame. A small but fiercely hardworking committee that make sure the players want for nothing. Our own clubhouse with current renovations due to be completed by start of next season. We now have a few youth teams attached to us ensuring our long term survival. This is a total rebuild of a great club. So if you are a young player perhaps coming into the game from Youth/Pro-youth or a seasoned amateur we would love to have you along to see how the fit works. We will be beginning pre-season early in June taking a small break in July before the league starts in August. There are signs of recovery and we are moving forward and if you want to be a part of a good family club then please message me on here, you wont regret it. All positions considered but especially a striker and central midfield. Boab

Well I have so I suppose we need to agree to disagree. Too much dodging around the fact that Players cheated too that's just a fact and on here everyone else is squeaky clean unless its HT or indeed Colville Park (both happen to be the 2 most successful Amateur teams in Scotland over the last few years). Lets get one thing straight I don't agree with it but as yet no one has produced any real proof other than hearsay and so and so told me. As I said in my previous post Karma will come calling eventually.

Im not the one missing the point?? it cant be ok for players to take money and play then move to another team and label that team cheating ba**ards?? that's just nonsense and ignorant. You want to sort it? get the players to have some integrity and refuse to take the money lol then they can have a right to slander that team. But we all know there are players happy to take the cash and take the digs in a lot more teams than HT.

Who is talking about money in this instance. We are talking about a club publicly goading other teams that fold or look like they will need to fold. I wonder if the post was aimed at new farm if u would think it was as acceptable. I don't support any Ayrshire team I take a team in the Cali league, I watch Ayrshire games when ours are off because I stay in Stewarton. However FOLK are talking about money on this thread, and since I didn't quote another post I presumed everyone knew it was a general post. HT have been goaded plenty of times in fact daily on here so as far as im concerned for whatever reason they decide to fire a few digs, so what its Ammie football and its all speculation anyway until the facts are out.

Here we go again. Look I am not a supporter of HT or Shortlee's even though I have connections to both villages. IF (ahem!) HT are paying their players and NO other team is, then revel in what can only be described as a waste of money. They lost the league last season and it was close this season all by a team that are supposedly getting paid. EVERYBODY that has played for, or connected too HT must be classed as a cheat then whether they are still there or not. I have posted that many times not once has anyone commented and if they do they need to explain why that said person should not be classed as a cheat. Given the criteria on here for being a cheat I fail to see where a reasonable explanation can come from. HT have won 9 out of 10 Premier titles, Shortlee's stopped them last year with what was lauded as a team full of mates just playing for the jersey against their bitter cheating enemies??? a LOT of that team played for HT FFS! so now they don't they are not cheats because they are wearing your teams jersey? leave it out ffs!. Strange how its rumoured that Shortlees are struggling with various players leaving?? wheres the comradery and friendship that this team was supposed to be built on? nonsense, Shortlee's last year were put together to beat HT and now that's achieved the players aren't interested especially after this seasons campaign. I cant believe that people are on here complaining that they have no class and basically cheating scum! tell you what id tell the lot of youse to go f**k yourselves too if I had to listen to that shite day in day out. See at the end of the day whether they are paying or not paying I guarantee that there are other teams doing the same one way or the other. The fact that HT constantly win the league has driven the bitterness into all opposition and youse just cant accept that the best team won the league. FACT! You reap what you so and if HT are paying players Karma will come knocking at some point but until then why don't you all concentrate in trying to knock them off their perch like Shortlees last year, that way you will feel much better about your achievement.

Surprised theres been no meltdown on here re Hurlford Thistle winning the league????

Well the season comes to a close for us at Viewfield this Saturday with a home game V Holytown. A win would let us finish 6th which is a couple places above last season and a good few above the year before, however its been a tale of 2 halves of a season. Right up to Christmas we were competing in every game, racking up points regularly. Alas, Christmas break, injuries, suspensions, player commitment etc has all transpired to have our season fizzle out with a whimper. A club like Viewfield whilst in transition can't attract a huge squad at this time so you rely on the loyalty and commitment of your players. Yeah as a manager you make mistakes and nobody bursts my balls more than myself. The only silver lining is our u17s team is producing some fine talent and hopefully with a good few additions pre-seasons we can bring them on.

Surely there's somebody that would take this on? hard working committee and the management team and players want for nothing. Still in the Ayrshire Premier a new face may be just what they need to push on.

Think you will find that was me however where did I say they would challenge for the league??? I said they will be top 5 that's not challenging for the league. NF have went 2 seasons unbeaten in the league! correct?? they have ground out results when it looked like the run would end they have also won comfortably on occasion so for ME they will be more of a challenge for top 5 than most of you have predicted. ANY premier league team that take that form lightly prior to playing them could be made to eat their words. Many have cited their poor cup form however many of the so called big teams exited early this year in all cup competitions so for me that's not a marker on what they are capable of.

Holy f**k you certainly are bitter m8. Im neither a supporter of HT or Shortlees but what I've always hated is the constant accusations (im not saying their not true) from Shortlee's and other teams about HT paying players when loads of ex HT players play for them so they in turn must be CHEATS!! or is it a case all is forgiven and ignored as soon as you put on their jersey?? the old saying people in glass houses...……. is so relevant in the Ayrshire premier.

Mick. nobody ever gets beat by the better team lol. I've been following this thread and its becoming embarrassing. No offence troops but I can guarantee every team you are involved with or support has had a good few ref decisions go there way FACT!. However, when it comes down to the top teams they are only there because the ref helped them but of course it must be true?? winning Scottish, West Cups, Multiple leagues etc has never been done by anyone legally according to some of the pish on here its all tainted. Dry your eyes. I run Viewfield Rovers in the Cali 1st and despite previously being one of the top amateur teams we are rebuilding the club through youth at no point have I shown any jealousy towards any of the top teams maybe a little envious but then I want to achieve the success these guys have had, will we do it who knows times change but I will only worry about my own team as should the rest of you maybe we will get somewhere. From me Mick, all the best at Darvel m8 I sincerely hope it works for you bud.

Lets be honest! nobody is ever beaten by the better team, its always the ref's fault, or the other team are cheating b***ards, we were robbed etc etc the new one that makes me giggle is this their nothing but a 'gang' I mean come on tae f**k! Southside Sat ams got it thrown at them and now New Farm?? fact is NFL were heads and shoulders above the rest of the league in all aspects of the game, management, squad, mentality and togetherness (a gang for all you doubters). I got the chance to watch them loads this season as we had a good few free weeks etc and I called it months ago when there were still doubts. 2 seasons and undefeated in the league to date that's not a GANG that's a well organised machine. If Ryan and Martin were offered and decided to accept the HT job then good luck to them but I think they might just be swayed with what they might achieve in the premier.

I know its hard at this time of year but we had to travel to Rothesay last weekend with a severely depleted squad and got beat. Its not fair that they get to play games at home and don't get punished for cup no shows away.

Excellent club, great committee would be a great job for anyone. A few young players that I know well, also a couple coming to the latter stages of there career but still influential. 5 new faces at a decent level and good runs in the cups achievable.

Im not from New Farm im from Stewarton lol I just have a host of old youth players playing for various Ayrshire teams

Spot on! Id also add dirrans to that list. Out with they 6/7 teams anyone should fear the drop. Hurlford ams are a good team and even they are struggling this season. The premier is a very unforgiven league Dirrans? nae chance. Glenburn, HT, Shortlees are a given. Kilbride haven't lived up to their promise and defo not Stewarton or Dirrans

Ok I don't know what 'seasoned' players are with Cumnock and Hurlford but I have seen a few of their games. Tarbolton are sliding but will hopefully maintain there status. But I will go on record and state that none of those three teams at the moment would beat New Farm. New Farm are a young hungry team and none of the 3 teams you mention have went on an unbeaten league run like New Farm has. It doesn't matter what league it is it takes a huge amount of grit and talent to achieve that. Ill predict right now New Farm will be top 5.

No slagging, no abuse I am just giving you my opinion that your statement is 'pish' by the way in Ayrshire that's slang for rubbish but im not sure what offends you.

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How did that pan out m8. Cant believe New Farm were still getting doubters before Saturday. Come on 2 years and unbeaten in any league so far???????

I have been very quiet on here recently mainly due to the fact if it wasn't for bad luck we would have no luck. Beset with long term injuries a club like ours in transition just cant afford these omissions from the squad. Weve been running threadbare for some time now and its been showing we have pout in some decent performances without the results. We took on Houston Ams last night in a friendly and I must admit the new boys we are trying to get in did really well, I know we lost 3-2 but we were so dominant in the 2nd half it easily could have been the other way. I never really talk about referees but tbh he cost us the game IMO. Anyway, we have had a cloud hanging over our heads regarding the status of the Lease for our park, we can now happily reveal that we have secured our long term future at Viewfield and we can now put our long term plans into action. This will transform the park and the club as our youth section continues to grow. If you no of any player that wishes to join us in our journey lol point them our way we may not be up there yet but we will be.

Unreal m8

I think Hamish McMillan is taking the reigns just now hes been on the coaching/committee for a while.