cowdenbeath Posted October 17, 2021 Share Posted October 17, 2021 22 minutes ago, big al said: The cup game has got disaster written all over it. Only about 3 places between the teams in the pyramid system points to a close game. Factor in that 1 team is devoid of confidence and not playing well, and the other is I presume picking up decent results fairly regularly, it’s not even a surprise if Cowden lose. I didn’t think the Broxburn game a few years ago was a shock either. They totally outplayed Cowden at their patch and fully deserved the win. Broxburn deserved to win the replay we should have been able to hold the lead in the closing stages of the first game. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter Posted October 18, 2021 Author Share Posted October 18, 2021 Can I add another angle to the Bollan debate here. I love the Cowdenbeath programme and, for me, there's none better. But I've always noticed that the manager's notes usually take up less space than his picture and his communication with fans is virtually non-existent. Which makes me wonder, why, all of sudden, and for the first time I can remember - never mind this season - we are now treated to a page of Bollan's post-match comments after Saturday's defeat on the Cowden website. Though all I can say is there's no wonder there's not much communication with supporters, or via his programme notes when, after reading that, his coaching methods essentially seem to be 'must try harder'. There's only so many times you can tell player that, Gary, before they stop listening. And if you're reading this by any chance, then surely you've been in the game long enough to realise that. The one sensible thing he did say in that now rare glimpse into the world of Gary Bollan's post-match thoughts was that, with the team at his disposal, Cowden should be performing better. If they try harder. I think even the teacher in Kes could motivate a team with words better than that pal. Which leaves only one person culpable in my eyes. Will Bollan have the dignity to step down from his position without that payout of his contract, and allow somebody else who can possibly get something more out of this team come in without it bankrupting the club.... before it's too late? Or will he stubbornly hold on, with his only hope being that eventual pay-off for the last half-year of his contract, whilst Cowden go down the pan, as he watches on - devoid of ideas - from the sidelines? Over to you, Donald... [And please, if any Cowden fans think I'm talking out of term here.... feel free to shoot me down] 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NELLY 1 Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 16 minutes ago, Drifter said: Can I add another angle to the Bollan debate here. I love the Cowdenbeath programme and, for me, there's none better. But I've always noticed that the manager's notes usually take up less space than his picture and his communication with fans is virtually non-existent. Which makes me wonder, why, all of sudden, and for the first time I can remember - never mind this season - we are now treated to a page of Bollan's post-match comments after Saturday's defeat on the Cowden website. Though all I can say is there's no wonder there's not much communication with supporters, or via his programme notes when, after reading that, his coaching methods essentially seem to be 'must try harder'. There's only so many times you can tell player that, Gary, before they stop listening. And if you're reading this by any chance, then surely you've been in the game long enough to realise that. The one sensible thing he did say in that now rare glimpse into the world of Gary Bollan's post-match thoughts was that, with the team at his disposal, Cowden should be performing better. If they try harder. I think even the teacher in Kes could motivate a team with words better than that pal. Which leaves only one person culpable in my eyes. Will Bollan have the dignity to step down from his position without that payout of his contract, and allow somebody else who can possibly get something more out of this team come in without it bankrupting the club.... before it's too late? Or will he stubbornly hold on, with his only hope being that eventual pay-off for the last half-year of his contract, whilst Cowden go down the pan, as he watches on - devoid of ideas - from the sidelines? Over to you, Donald... [And please, if any Cowden fans think I'm talking out of term here.... feel free to shoot me down] I did find it baffling a little why there was after match comments when not a lot has been done previously. This could be down to volunteers needing to interview etc etc. However the positive is that at least he spoke out after the game. I just hope the trend continues for future matches win lose or draw. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowden Cowboy Posted October 18, 2021 Share Posted October 18, 2021 There were complaints re after match comments only being reported in local paper not club media so that was remedied 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamthebam Posted October 19, 2021 Share Posted October 19, 2021 If the programme editor just ghost writes the manager's pages (surely not, this never happens at other clubs.. ) then I'll buy him a pie next time I'm at Central Park if he reuses an old Terry Christie page from a Meadowbank programme... 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowdenLoyal Posted October 19, 2021 Share Posted October 19, 2021 I see all member clubs are being paid a share of decent cash. I know what I'd be doing with it if it were up to me. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onecowden Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Goodness me. Things are going from bad to worse. Shambolic. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Brazil Forever Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 On 17/10/2021 at 19:07, big al said: The cup game has got disaster written all over it. Only about 3 places between the teams in the pyramid system points to a close game. Factor in that 1 team is devoid of confidence and not playing well, and the other is I presume picking up decent results fairly regularly, it’s not even a surprise if Cowden lose. I didn’t think the Broxburn game a few years ago was a shock either. They totally outplayed Cowden at their patch and fully deserved the win. Total disaste.r 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowden316 Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 (edited) 11 minutes ago, onecowden said: Goodness me. Things are going from bad to worse. Shambolic. Shambolic alright. What a complete mess we find ourselves in. We look like a side heading to Lowland League oblivion sadly unless we drastically improve and make a positive recovery. Something has to change urgently as something is clearly not right at our club. Utterly appalling. All the best to CS Strollers in the next round Edited October 23, 2021 by Cowden316 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Only coo in the village Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Bollan has to go and he has to go now. If he had integrity he would resign. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoonsYouthTeam Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Bollan must have the most defeats to non-league sides of any manager in the Scottish Cup! Get rid of that balloon or you'll be going down 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowdenLoyal Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 f**k off Bollan. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowdenPhil Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 That was an absolute waste of £9. Hopeless, need to change manager but some of the players need to pull the finger out and show a bit of pride. Fucking dreadful. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cardle is Magic Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 At least you’ll be able to get your revenge on them in the LL next season lads -1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailorcowden Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 At least you’ll be able to get your revenge on them in the LL next season lads [emoji1360]Away and chase off some more sponsors! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sailorcowden Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Change needs to come quickly. Absolutely no direction apart from down. CSS played great football at times and could have had more. Thanks for saving us Bollan but enough is enough 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drifter Posted October 23, 2021 Author Share Posted October 23, 2021 He should have stepped down before this latest shitstorm, which everyone could surely see coming. Do the decent thing, Bollan. And go now. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowdenbeath Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Think there may be a silver lining. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelheart Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 Keep him till after the 6th 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowdenbeath Posted October 23, 2021 Share Posted October 23, 2021 1 hour ago, Cowden316 said: Shambolic alright. What a complete mess we find ourselves in. We look like a side heading to Lowland League oblivion sadly unless we drastically improve and make a positive recovery. Something has to change urgently as something is clearly not right at our club. Utterly appalling. All the best to CS Strollers in the next round Just as I predicted on here last Sunday Strollers are no mugs with a manager who is a good organiser. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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