Appleton - positive comments ONLY

[NewburyOne]

OK, so the dust is settling on our new managers appointment. We have numerous threads, mainly negative, so I thought one were the focus is purely on the positives would maybe help some of those who are struggling with this one. I'll start:

He has experience (good and bad) to have learned from.

He has a point to prove, which can be a great motivator.

 

[Towerpower99]

He’s not Simon Grayson…that’s a positive

 

[BlackpoolsFinest]

Impressive biceps.

 

[TangerineTom]

One thing I’ll give him is that he never became a ‘yes’ man to Karl

 

[DownToBloomers]

If he gets off to a good start I think fans will soon change their tune, hopefully he hits the ground running

Also his arms are ** massive so fair play to him for that

 

[Walnut]

Newbury blatant run chase

 

[BigHandsOliverKahn]

Morgan Rogers loan is now even more likely.

 

[fcblackpool]

OK, so the dust is settling on our new managers appointment. We have numerous threads, mainly negative, so I thought one were the focus is purely on the positives would maybe help some of those who are struggling with this one. I'll start:

He has experience (good and bad) to have learned from.

He has a point to prove, which can be a great motivator.

Neither of those are necessary nor sufficient.

OK.

Play along.

He's cheap and knows Mansford.

 

[BigHandsOliverKahn]

He was one of the first to boycott the club due to the Oystons.

 

[Cleveleys boy]

"Appleton's tangerine army" rolls off the tongue

 

[carlmb1966]

I must have missed something, why are Evatt or Rosenior more qualified to be the manager than Appleton is ? Rosenior has never managed and Evatts record is similar to Appleton in terms of promotions, This forum has erupted like the three candidates were Pep, Klopp and Mike Bassett and we gave the job to Mike. I am quite happy that the board will have gone through the process in a professional manner and they know more about it than me. Lets get behind him, no issues at all

 

[Matesrates]

He’s said, last time it was the right club at the wrong time, now it’s the right club at the right time, I’m excited to be here

 

[NewburyOne]

Newbury blatant run chase

Ha, judging by the room, there may not be that many positive comments.

 

[Lala]

He definitely has a point to prove which has to be good.
Players have a fresh start to prove or disprove to a new manager that they've earnt their place in the squad, again , motivation.
And its painful not to look for the good in any situation. So again, I’m over it now.
Bring the season on

 

[NewburyOne]

Impressive biceps.

Not sure how that will be a positive for BFC but if that floats your boat I'm happy for you.

 

[PETER SPRUCE 1]

i admit it feels like a kick in the nuts ,but lets see ,if we take six points off the nobbers he will be a hero no doubt .

 

[Sooty59]

It’ll be 1 fingered press-ups to the North Stand when we win.

 

[NewburyOne]

Neither of those are necessary nor sufficient.

OK.

Play along.

He's cheap and knows Mansford.

Now, now, I'm not sure cheap or knowing Mansford is really a positive but I'll let it slide.

 

[Lala]

It’ll be 1 fingered press-ups to the North Stand when we win.

Thank God I’m in the south.

 

[Loco]

There's room on his leg for a Blackpool FC Champions tattoo?

 

[tangysider]

Simon not Appy with responses on here as he was best candidate interviewed.
Positive he has not brought that Ashley chancer with him.
I think most will give him a fair crack of the whip, the transfer activity is key.

 

[NewburyOne]

There's room on his leg for a Blackpool FC Champions tattoo?

There's room on his biceps for a full size Champions League trophy as well.

 

[As_Cold_As_The_Rockies]

I would rather him be in our dugout when it kicks off

 

[Matesrates]

I’ve read Simons statement and I’m on board, Simon is not only our owner, he’s a true fan and his commitment is real and long term. He’s made the decision, I’m a fan, and I’ll do what fans do, support our wonderful club through thick and thin

 

[LimerickTangerine]

Ideal age for a manager, has got alot more experience then previously & has a point to proove. Good appointment

 

[voyeur]

The Lincoln forum thread today isn't negative about him, and wishes him well mostly. Similar on the Oxford forum - where they are also incredulous at the 4 year contract.

 

[Albert Ross]

He doesn’t read comments on this board.

 

[B_Side_The_C_Side]

I'm hoping that Apples starts a fad for people to shave their heads at Blackpool.....So we can re-create the movie...The Wanderers

Nobody f##ks with the Baldies

 

[FlytoKavala]

Best "Friday Joke" ever.

 

[Towerpower99]

He definitely has a point to prove which has to be good.
Players have a fresh start to prove or disprove to a new manager that they've earnt their place in the squad, again , motivation.
And its painful not to look for the good in any situation. So again, I’m over it now.
Bring the season on

Having to do a lot of Getting over it recently

 

[ste]

at least Appleton won't be poached by another club

 

[Lala]

Having to do a lot of Getting over it recently

Do or die innit !

 

[Mark_GT]

Absolutely no chance of an I you finger shape thing to the North after a win

 

[Towerpower99]

Do or die innit !

I’m about to catch up on last nights lsland antics…Is G Owen going to light up this episode?

 

[Rotterdam+Sussex_Seasider]

He must have impressed in interview.

Back in for Cam Bran?

 

[Adams Kebab]

He won’t let Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink bully him to get a game called off?

 

[Lala]

I’m about to catch up on last nights lsland antics…Is G Owen going to light up this episode?

No ! It’s worse than ever in terms of game playing this season, but I’m committed to it now

 

[Towerpower99]

No ! It’s worse than ever in terms of game playing this season, but I’m committed to it now

Once your in…you can’t get out

 

[todayistheday]

Whos is back room staff.

 

[Smethwick]

I wish we'd signed a manager who had experience with coaching young players - that would fit in well at our club. Perhaps someone with a bit of experience - possibly of taking a team to the play-offs or even winning promotion. It would be great if they wanted to be here - I'd like the sort of manager who would walk away from, let's say, the Oystons. If we could get someone who promised to play aggressive, forward-thinking football too, that would be fantastic. Never mind, I guess Appy will have to do.

 

[clappers]

I’m positive Appleton is over the moon with his four year contract

 

[Grumpy_no_more]

Once your in…you can’t get out

Like Hotel California.

 

[ste]

Lightning strikes twice

 

[NewburyOne]

I’m about to catch up on last nights lsland antics…Is G Owen going to light up this episode?

Part of the rules of this thread, absolutely no Love Island garbage to be discussed.

 

[Wizaard]

It’ll be 1 fingered press-ups to the North Stand when we win.

And one finger to the North when we lose

 

[Blackpool Are Back!]

I'm looking forward to him running up to the crowd and cusping his hand to his ear, when we win.

 

[Briggsysgonagetya]

"Appleton's tangerine army" rolls off the tongue

Voldomorts tangerine army

 

[Wizaard]

At least one well known fan can now get work around town as a looky-likey.

 

[Charliecleanstonysheens]

Well, I'm going back on my vow not to re-new 3 season tickets because I love this club, but also to give him a fair chance .
At over £1000 I don't think the club could ask for more commitment considering the shit show of a country we are living in at the moment.

 

[JJpool]

Lincoln fans comments when Appleton left - must see!

Stolen from what ollygon posted but people need to see. Might put what we have into perspective..... @lucalcfc: Shocking. Best manager we could ask for. Thank you for everything! Top top gaffer @Robbeezley: Thank you Michael, like all fans we weren’t happy when losing but you’ve defo done...

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