Scruffy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I'm going along to this game on Saturday, expecting to see a good game, especially looking at recent results. I was at the game last season which finished goalless,not entirely down to the players missing chances. End of the game and I saw a small bunch of 'greetin' Gretna fans airing their views towards the..........ball boy! apparently he was being either slow to the ball if it was a Gretna throw or maybe even left the Gretna player to retrieve the ball himself. As I listened to the complaints a Stirling official went past without a word either to defend the boy or otherwise, which makes me wonder whether there was some bad sportmanship going on or not. It wasn't something I noticed at the time, I believe the fans were especially complaining about the final 15 minutes. Not having been at games this season I wonder if the boy is still helping out? What do other supporters remember about it? Do you think the University should have the ball boy there at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mvch Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Bad sportsmanship from greetna, no never Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cicero Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I'm going along to this game on Saturday, expecting to see a good game, especially looking at recent results. I was at the game last season which finished goalless,not entirely down to the players missing chances. End of the game and I saw a small bunch of 'greetin' Gretna fans airing their views towards the..........ball boy! apparently he was being either slow to the ball if it was a Gretna throw or maybe even left the Gretna player to retrieve the ball himself. As I listened to the complaints a Stirling official went past without a word either to defend the boy or otherwise, which makes me wonder whether there was some bad sportmanship going on or not. It wasn't something I noticed at the time, I believe the fans were especially complaining about the final 15 minutes. Not having been at games this season I wonder if the boy is still helping out? What do other supporters remember about it? Do you think the University should have the ball boy there at all? How ironic, Stirling Uni complaining of bad sportsmanship. Have you any suspended players needing to play this year? I am sure there must be loophole somewhere that you can actively find so you can play them. PS if you do go to the game, don't forget to put on your make up on. It seems to be the in thing at Stirling Uni. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenserse Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Cheats Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HibeeJibee Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Probably going to take-in this game tomorrow. Good to see the build-up isn't being marked by any animosity or needle. Oh... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilky1878 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 I'm going along to this game on Saturday, expecting to see a good game, especially looking at recent results. I was at the game last season which finished goalless,not entirely down to the players missing chances. End of the game and I saw a small bunch of 'greetin' Gretna fans airing their views towards the..........ball boy! apparently he was being either slow to the ball if it was a Gretna throw or maybe even left the Gretna player to retrieve the ball himself. As I listened to the complaints a Stirling official went past without a word either to defend the boy or otherwise, which makes me wonder whether there was some bad sportmanship going on or not. It wasn't something I noticed at the time, I believe the fans were especially complaining about the final 15 minutes. Not having been at games this season I wonder if the boy is still helping out? What do other supporters remember about it? Do you think the University should have the ball boy there at all? About 15/16 y/o by any chance? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makemgeordie Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 hope for a good game fair play , and the usual support from the gretna fans - its called passion - thats providing Our Team's transport is booked this week , just in case we have to defend a lead by parking it ( bus ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Hardy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 My view probably biased but I think the boy does a good job. Ball being punted out at Forthbank can be a problem the laddie can only attempt to do the farside, so behind the goal and the two corners of the ground on the tunnel side, can cause delays in the game. As to any complaints should there be any, have to remember the lad is a volunteer so any moans would be better discussed with officials of the Stirling team. Wilkinson, yes your right boy 16yo. Lets hope for an entertaining game, and any 'greetin' from Gretna is only because they have been beat fair and square! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilky1878 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 My view probably biased but I think the boy does a good job. Ball being punted out at Forthbank can be a problem the laddie can only attempt to do the farside, so behind the goal and the two corners of the ground on the tunnel side, can cause delays in the game. As to any complaints should there be any, have to remember the lad is a volunteer so any moans would be better discussed with officials of the Stirling team. Wilkinson, yes your right boy 16yo. Lets hope for an entertaining game, and any 'greetin' from Gretna is only because they have been beat fair and square! Think it might be my mate, supported Stirling uni for years for no particular reason, his dad and him just do. Hes been a ballboy for a couple seasons I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scruffy Posted February 27, 2015 Author Share Posted February 27, 2015 Cicero, I think you slightly missed my question, firstly I am neutral when I go to games I tend to roam the grounds rather than follow one team. I was pointing out the disappointed Gretna fans having a go at the ball boy, when their frustration must have really been with their own teams lack of firepower in this game. Also pointed out that a Stirling Uni official didn't comment either way, was he happy with the ball boy? I would have thought at 0-0 both teams would want the ball back in play as quick as possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Hardy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Thought I would just mention, Admission to the game, is the usual £4 Adults, £2 concessions. Correct monies very much appreciated. Been informed tonight that NO programmes will be available. Some consistency there then, there wasn't any progs last season either! the ball boy in question, His Birthday on Sunday! So think he will be even more desperate to see the Uni win, if they are 1 goal in front with 10 mins left, expect him to waste time, lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queenserse Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I'd like to thank the Stirling correspondents for exposing another University practice counter to the spirit and laws of the game. Let's hope today's referee, Mr Dickinson, is a reader and will be on the lookout for this. Of course the lad in question, and quite frankly I do not remember him or recall the incident, will be under intense scrutiny. I hope he can handle it. Perhaps the university might ask themselves whether they need a ball boy today? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dal45 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I'd like to thank the Stirling correspondents for exposing another University practice counter to the spirit and laws of the game. Let's hope today's referee, Mr Dickinson, is a reader and will be on the lookout for this. Of course the lad in question, and quite frankly I do not remember him or recall the incident, will be under intense scrutiny. I hope he can handle it. Perhaps the university might ask themselves whether they need a ball boy today?its Gretna they are playing, of course they will need a ball boy!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cicero Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 its Gretna they are playing, of course they will need a ball boy!! Not all the time Dal The goal net got it plenty tines last week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dal45 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Not all the time Dal The goal net got it plenty tines last week.aye and in yours this week!, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUFC Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Looking forward to hearing the Gretna excuses after today's defeat . too wet?? Ball boy not throwing the ball on fast enough?? Refs fault?? Fire away guys or some honesty would be nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gretna boy 60 Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 No excuses 1st half stirling were really good deserved to go in 2-1up 2nd half gretna were a lot better no complaints on ref well done stirling always enjoy playing them thats a honest opinion hope it helps Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cicero Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Looking forward to hearing the Gretna excuses after today's defeat . too wet?? Ball boy not throwing the ball on fast enough?? Refs fault?? Fire away guys or some honesty would be nice I take it you weren't at the game. Then you would've known that there was no ball boy. No complaints about the result. Stirling deserved their win. We were the better team in the second half but we were not going to win anything with defending like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUFC Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I was there and there was a ball boy on the far side getting the ball when ever it went in the stand. I'm sure Mr Hardy will agree with me on this one as he was helping him as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cicero Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 I was there and there was a ball boy on the far side getting the ball when ever it went in the stand. I'm sure Mr Hardy will agree with me on this one as he was helping him as well. I missed him completely. I saw someone retrieve the ball from the opposite stand but he didn't look like fifteen or sixteen year-old. The shenanigans of last year are becoming a distant memory now as the hospitality shown by all at Stirling today were first rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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