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17 hours ago, Harry Hood Fan Club said:
You sure you’re not one of the names?
Yes definitely. I havent signed anything.
If someone has taken my verbal calling for an EGM without my signature then that shouldnt have been done.
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1 hour ago, Shetto Clyde Man said:
So by calling for an egm, as far as I know they would need a minimum number of owners to support that and put their name to it
To call an EGM there needs to be 5% of owners in favour of it.
There is currently 336 members so means that 17 owners must have signed the motion to call for the EGM which was handed to the chairman at the game in the first half yesterday.
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55 minutes ago, Jacksgranda said:
When will that be?
It is expected to be sometime Sept/Oct but knowing the way councils operate it might be pushed back a further month or 2
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7 hours ago, Harry Hood Fan Club said:
Apparently an EGM has to now be called as an official letter has been issued to the Chairman with the requisite number of signatures from owners to make it happen under the articles of the Club.
Are you saying having been one to call for an EGM you wish now not to have one? Verbally I have called for an EGM but didn’t sign the letter to call for one
Is your name one of the names on the letter to the chairman? No
Does this mean others who may have called for an EGM now feel the same way as you? You would need to ask them their names will be on the EGM request form and if you are an owner you are entitled to see it
if you were calling for an EGM do you know what is being proposed at the EGM. Know no more than the typed bit of paper that was handed out at yesterdays game saying EGM was called as a “no confidence” vote in the board - expect you would have seen this but then again if you weren’t there yesterday you won’t have
Is there a takeover bid coming? Don’t know
Who is involved? Don’t know if a bid is even coming
Do they have financial security and proof of funds and a robust plan to improve the Club? Dont know if a bid is even coming
Do they have knowledge of the new benefactor the Chairman is talking about? Do they think they can retain him as he is a historical Clyde supporter? Dont know if a bid is even coming
Do they have an alternative to Crown Point should the bid fail? Don’t know if a bid is even coming
If you didn’t sign the letter as one of the requisite number of owners and merely were calling for an EGM as a sign of your protest about the situation at the Club then I guess you might not have asked all the questions I have raised. I was only calling for one to get Duffy out of the door. That has happened so let things settle now until at least we know the status of Crownpoint bid
If you have signed the letter as an owner, then I feel sure you must have asked the questions above of whomsoever it is that is proposing the takeover. I didn’t sign the EGM letter
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8 minutes ago, FREDDYFRY said:
So it seems there is indeed a live attempt to replace the board and while I understand why there may be a drive for this, it does raise alarm bells for me.
I may be way off the mark here but can anyone involved give any assurance that they will have a relationship with the recent benefactor and that he will work with the potential new people or walk away in support of the existing board who he has been negotiating with.
Also concern that at a critical time in the Crownpoint bid, do the proposed new group have the current knowledge to continue negotiating with present partners and supporters of our bid, given what seem they have created good rapport with many involved, do they have the expertise to move if successful, to implement the business plan and the necessary construction business case to progress? It’s a huge undertaking.
I have No association with current nor the “new group” but as I say I am worried about the timing, personally I think now Duffy is gone there should be a period of reflection at least until the Crownpoint bid is decided as I fear any further disruption will have a catastrophic effect on that.
I’m sure many may feel that such a change is required and that’s their view, frustrated as we all are, I simply think it’s not the time… even a 3 month cooling off period may be prudent. I will look out my tin hat now for any reply. As I say I am like most on here just a long time supporter and owner.Totally agree
I was one calling for an EGM however now that Duffy has gone now isn’t the time for further disruption
I can understand the reasoning of those who have raised the proposal. I am as frustrated by things as them the way things are at the moment
However unless those that have raised the action have an alternative(s) that is willing to stand up and show their plan to take the club forward any “no confidence” motion is futile. We can’t just operate with no board
I would put any further disruption on the back burner until the Crownpoint matter is decided and we see evidence of the mystery supporter and to give McLean a run of games on his own to see what he can do
There is two others teams on 1 point and one on 2 at the moment so we aren’t the only ones to start off badly
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Wonder what Mick Kennedy from EK Thistle was doing at the game
Hopefully was scouting some of our players
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Fair play to McLean for coming out to say what he did if that’s how he feels
As he says it is on his shoulders now and by start of things didn’t show up too well today - though in fairness the squad assembled would be difficult for anyone to do anything with them
Lets see who he get in before the end of transfer window and on loan - but need at least 5-6 starters
2 full backs, 2 midfielders and a couple of forwards
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12 hours ago, Harry Hood Fan Club said:
How can you give the BOD any credit whatsoever for this. Last week the Chairman was telling us how great it was that they had someone of Duffy's knowledge and experience because the Board had none....telling us that Duffy would take us to the Championship now the money was coming in.
The Board are wholly culpable for this shit show and the previous shit show last season and we are now left with no-one at the Club capable of spending the new found money in the remaining 2 weeks of the transfer window.
And so let's hope someone is appointed over McClean and they have contacts in the game and bring 6 at least competent footballers in during the loan window in September, or we really are done.
What I mean is credit to them for admitting their mistake appointing Duffy in the first place
They could have just dug in their heels.
Not easy for anyone to admit their wrong
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Good to see Duffy away.
Don’t know what injuries had to do with him as DoF role as surely issue for head coach
Anyway, it still doesn’t solve the existing problem
1. Uncompetitive squad
2. Mannequin head coach
We don’t have much time to judge McLean and would give him the next 3 games to see what he can do in terms of performance and results. Personally from what I have seen so far don’t think he has what is needed.
If no significant improvement he needs to be moved on and replaced by someone experienced (haven’t a clue who - that is the BoDs job)
At least good to see the BoD took some action which could have easily been avoided in the first place
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5 hours ago, strichener said:
He shouldn't have been looking at lower league players and should have signed three guys from a lower league. I'm confused.
Without sounding like I am defending Duffy here but perhaps he looked at the players you have signed and saw them playing at a level where he thought they would have you competing.
What i mean is that nothing against getting players from a lower league. But they need to be able to step up.
Just my opinion but the players signed are not good enough and will never be good enough to step up.
Again my opinion that the 3 I singled out from Stirling Univ last night would have been a much better option that what we have signed again based on the game last night.
Suppose all about opinions on a player at the end of the day
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Just now, SouthLanarkshireWhite said:
Perhaps it is because there is no budget to do otherwise? I don't know that, I have no insight, but that can surely be the only explanation. Unless someone else can think of an alternative reason?
Duffy is notorious for not paying players what others at the same level are paid.
It is common knowledge that there is a chunk of the budget to be spent so no budget isnt the reason.
He has obviously tried the strategy of bringing in some players from a lower level. Unfortunately he overlooked one critical point - they are in the main absolutely hopeless and were playing at that level for a reason.
He should have instead invested in the number 6, 9 and 11 from Stirling Univ. Much better use of the budget.
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Anyone at tonight’s game can’t have been surprised
Stirling were by far the better team and if they had scored a couple more it wouldn’t have flattered them
we only scored as one of their players slipped on the edge of the box to give scullion space but fair play was a good finish
Although as has been said bottom line is that all the younger players brought in are nowhere near good enough with the exception probably of Donachie and the experienced players that we have such as Forbes are clearly done. His effort for Stirlings first goal was frankly embarrassing.
I thought last years squad was bad but this is just a totally new level that haven’t seen in 40 years a bully wee fan
That coupled with the statue McLean standing on the touchline shows that he is just clearly out of his depth and think it is beyond him to rescue things now
That 7 competitive games this season. 1 draw and 6 defeats.
We don’t look like we have a clue what we are doing but it was clear that Stirling had a plan together with a few decent players in no 6, 9 and 11. We could do worse that sign their team
Thought it was apt that the announcer played the “tumbleweed” tune at the end
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Lucky it only one as Stirling Univ been the better team and had a couple of other half chances
We now have 1 outfield player on the bench (and that Cameron) so effectively have nothing on the bench
Stirling Univ have 9 out here at half time warming up
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51 minutes ago, RutherGlen said:
I wonder if it was along the lines of, "I'd love to resign but apparently there's no one else in the country willing or able to take on the role." as that seems to be the thinking of some Clyde fans on here.
As has been said by others there is support for change at boardroom level but unless someone or some others make themselves known together with their plan as to how they plan to take the club forward then there won’t be any change.
Until that happens it can only be assumed that there is no one willing or able to take on the role
It is easy to say for this person or that person to resign but unless someone is there to take over it is just pointless. It like asking a driver of a car to get out their seat but not have anyone to replace them. The car will either stop or crash
I would be for change and would fully support anyone with a clearly thought out and understandable plan
I have no intention of putting myself forward to take over so don’t have the answer to the problem
I don’t think it needs to be someone with great business acumen or success in their field
Just someone who is organised and has the necessary desire and drive to make a change and bring others plus the capacity to put in hours a week work for no financial recompense.
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9 hours ago, Harry Hood Fan Club said:
A lot of people called this at the time and were drowned out by those saying how impressed they were by McLean at the meeting. We’ll be the fittest in the league will we….my god have they seen how immobile Forbes and Carswell are?
Have to admit I was one of those who went to meeting and was impressed by McLean when he spoke
But easy to say stuff. It all comes down to putting it into action
To say the team is going to be the fittest in the league and then sign the most immobile player in Scottish football since Mark Yardley just doesn’t make sense
Also doesn’t help himself with his talks post match. If that’s what he is like with the players then no wonder most of them play like they are half asleep
Although only 6 competitive games in it is clear that the squad assembled and McLean aren’t fit for purpose and hopefully the investor can give us a couple of years payment in advance to get rid of Duffy and McLean, get someone with a proven track record in and get the squad cleared out and start again
It obvious to anyone that this squad will be no where near play off contenders and more likely to in the bottom two or three spots.
Would also welcome anyone else with fresh ideas, energy and time to replace the existing Chairman as unfortunately nice guy that he is his time is now up and needs relieved of his position
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On 08/08/2023 at 20:32, Kempes said:
Very sad to hear about Eddie Annand having such a difficult time with his health. Hope his luck turns soon. Clyde could certainly do with him these days.
Totally agree, just read his story online. Could do with him this season.
Just puts the talk of strips into perspective.
Personally I couldnt care what the strip looks like. More important those inside them can play.
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3 hours ago, Brian Carrigan said:
It certainly wouldn't be unlike the Clyde board to do something weird and stupid, but if we're now at the point where they're releasing information to the owners about this individual donating a long-term-strategy-altering amount of money you have to assume the money is all but in the bank.
I wonder if it's going to be one lump sum or a longer term donation p/a or something along those lines?
From the email it looks like will be a commitment drip feed year on year over a long period
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3 hours ago, Bully Wee Clyde FC said:
In Trittwr or X, there was a post about us playing and beating them 20+ years ago.
Extraordinary how our trajectories have diverged since. Both teams in New Towns, both doing well in league, neither getting huge gates.
I wonder what would have happened if we had tried to engage at Cumbernauld, instead of having petulant directors with the sole aim of self inflicting homelessness?
An old game came up on my YouTube feed last night (think it was from the days Scotsport used to cover lower league games)
Was last game of season and Livi got promoted and had won league (not sure if was from championship or L1) but we beat them 2 - 0 with goals from Jamie Mitchell and Leigh Hinds.
Oh how times have changed !!!!!
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2 hours ago, Shawfield78 said:
Harry I asked the question on the os and was told there was plenty of budget available or words to that effect. I get the impression they are waiting until nearer the end of the transfer window which seems a risky policy. Certainly the signings to date are underwhelming.
You cant imagine there is many more signings to come without shipping others out. Currently 21 in the squad. There might be room for 1 more. Maybe a defender but that will be it as we currently have
2 Goalkeepers
7 Defenders
8 Midfielders
4 Strikers
Well say that but would hardly call them goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and strikers.
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30 minutes ago, Shawfield78 said:
4 massive games against Elgin it seems. How sad it's came to this . What an ambition for the club finishing ninth in a league of absolute dross. Oh hold on the Chairman said we had a promotion budget available.
We may well have a promotion budget but a blind man can already tell you that the squad is no where near good enough to be anywhere near the top half of the league
I know we aren’t even into the season but when most of the squad can’t do the basics of controlling the ball and passing it to another teammate you know you are in for a long season
We couldn’t do the basics last year and we can’t do them again this
Even BMcL admitted in his post match interview that we make mistake after mistake without learning from them
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1 hour ago, Clyde01 said:
As for Duffy he’s been on the bench interfering in all 3 games so far. Heard him shouting ‘what are you doing Ewan’ at Cameron at one point. Something I’ve wondered every time I see that c**t playing.
Couldnt agree more
At last something tonight that brought a smile to my face
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41 minutes ago, the_bully_wee said:
Hopefully he was on £10 a week at Hibs if the rumour holds true that he's on a tenner less here
Rumour is he is on £10 a week more if includes a win bonus.
However doesn’t look like anyone will be picking up many win bonuses
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5 minutes ago, Brian Carrigan said:
I'll be honest, Dylan Duncan looked good in what I saw from the Paul Kelly cup games. He was the big laddie wearing no. 10 that quite a few folk were talking about in here. However, from his level to the professional game is a huge jump and those games will give us absolutely no insight into how well he'll cope. Unfortunately, for every Scott Williamson or Aaron Healy, there are 20 Nathan Hendji's or Will Sewell's who just aren't capable of making the step up.
We really are in trouble if this is the type of signing we can muster. We've seen this exact thing time and again with no success whatsoever. Even after one competitive game, it's plain to see that with 2/3 injuries the squad is absolutely ruined. At this stage we should have a clear view of what the starting 11 is and be filling the squad out, instead we have a squad full of filler and are in desperate need of any quality whatsoever.
Horrendously mismanaged and hugely disappointing, as per usual.
Totally agree
The squad signed should be squad fillers rather than first picks
Seems like we have went about it the other way only we won’t sign any first picks now
So frightening that what we have now is likely to be first picks
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2 minutes ago, David W said:
The only hope is that we still have a bit of cash left over to get some proper loanees, rather than the usual freebies. Surely we've not spent much cash putting this group together?
We need some loanees that have played the game at pro level for a few years
some L1 or champ players who for whatever reason aren’t getting a game
However expect any loanees we get will be the usual 18-19 year olds from PL who have never played a pro league game
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Clyde Season 23/24
in Scottish League 2 General Chatter
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I have verbally called for an EGM but I havent signed anything.
In light of Duffy resigning I wouldnt have signed the call for an EGM.
As you say sounds likes HHFC thinks that I am on the list of names calling for an EGM for some reason.