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    Quote Originally Posted by Charlesbeams View Post
    i got £4.7m apparently for transfers, but i got about £90k at first and the money was for imporoving training really, but i eventually got a bit more to spend, hopefully if it helps as much as mine did, you can get promoted

    good luck

    wtf do i need a £94k wage budget for haha
    Why the hell didn't that happen to me

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    Quote Originally Posted by NWLondonCountyFan View Post
    Grats on being hired, they must have liked your CV and covering letter. Only downside if you didn't start with an assistant manager is even if you hire someone they won't give you feedback, unless someones found a fix for it. Though they do talk rubbish most of the time.
    Damn that sucks. I was wondering why I didn't see any 'ask assistant" thing or feedback during my friendly.

    Anyways, lost my first friendly to Ossett Town, 2-1. Horrible game. At least we scored.

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    I had no Assistant at the start and hired one and I get feedback from him ....not that I listen but it is there during matches.

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    Quote Originally Posted by daemonic View Post
    I had no Assistant at the start and hired one and I get feedback from him ....not that I listen but it is there during matches.
    Weird, my last game with Carshalton I had no feedback after having to hire my own, glad it works for you though!

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    Any tips on what i need to change to make my CB's stay closer together? There leaving massive gaps so the other team can just play through balls and be 1 on 1 with the keeper.

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    i just got Phil Mitchell on loan from Boro

    i made a few more signings aswell

    the £400k for Joe Jacobson was compensation

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    Hastings - '09-'10 Update

    10 games into the league season sitting 2nd in the league.

    Notable events include:

    A couple of late winning goals, against Bishop's Stortford and Maidenhead.

    Ameobi putting four past Tiverton, he could have had about ten if he hadn't been so wasteful but still bagged a 9.6 rating.

    Some funny feedback from my ass man I noticed during the game against bath (third item under "Pre-Match").

    I have obviously been boosting their egos a bit too much. But its nice to get feedback like this from one of your players.

    Proof Scouts even at BSS level can find some gems like this guy Hemmel, no idea why he turned up in my search being American (2nd nation Italian) until I noticed last season he was playing for Halesowen. Scout report gives him 7 stars on both potential and current.

    Had a mid-season takeover which no one took any notice of as it was just another director.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Playerbrooker View Post
    Any tips on what i need to change to make my CB's stay closer together? There leaving massive gaps so the other team can just play through balls and be 1 on 1 with the keeper.
    You could try reducing your width, or try man marking with the centre backs.

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    Presenting the newest manager of Eastwood Town, lets hope I dont destroy them, like I have countless clubs before them.

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    Personal page
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    The bookies have us at 40-1 odds and believe we are doomed.

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    Quote Originally Posted by dafuge View Post
    You could try reducing your width, or try man marking with the centre backs.
    I would suggest if you do go narrow and then notice your full backs not picking up runners (eg wingers) put your full backs on tight marking "yes".

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gilbster View Post
    Presenting the newest manager of Eastwood Town, lets hope I dont destroy them, like I have countless clubs before them.
    Good luck

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    Quote Originally Posted by Hamio View Post
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    good luck

    just signed more staff, i can have 6 coaches, and 6 scouts now

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    Quote Originally Posted by dafuge View Post
    You could try reducing your width, or try man marking with the centre backs.
    Thanks ill give it a try.

    Just went out of the FA Cup to Lancaster City .

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    Quote Originally Posted by NWLondonCountyFan View Post
    Good luck
    My reputation must have preceded me, the chairman is already looking to jump ship.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gilbster View Post
    My reputation must have preceded me, the chairman is already looking to jump ship.
    Its a strange one, as IRL, the chairman of Eastwood wants to get the club into the Conference National..

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gilbster View Post
    My reputation must have preceded me, the chairman is already looking to jump ship.
    Haha, well maybe you'll get some big Icelandic Investor come in and pump some money in.

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    Quote Originally Posted by robterrace View Post
    Its a strange one, as IRL, the chairman of Eastwood wants to get the club into the Conference National..
    Hmm, that would make more sense, given they arent that bad a side IRL this season. At least I know they are in the 2nd round of the FA Cup.

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    Anyone tried their hand at Witton Albion yet?

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    Quote Originally Posted by djmac174 View Post
    Anyone tried their hand at Witton Albion yet?
    B******s knocked me out of two cups so far

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    Actually been offered parent clubs by this chairman, choice of Notts County or Nottingham Forest. Picked Nottingham Forest, despite County offering me 2k a year more. Perhaps I may get a couple of decent players for once!

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    Quote Originally Posted by djmac174 View Post
    Anyone tried their hand at Witton Albion yet?
    I don't think anyone has seen them promoted yet.

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    2011/2012 Ramsgate Blue Square South


    Just a quick update.

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    We've had an excellent season and are probably the best team in the league, we were just a little too inconsistent - mostly down to my tactics Very happy to make the playoffs, hopefully we'll make some money via ticket sales!

    Playoff semi final leg 1

    Playoff semi final leg 2

    Going up against a strong Dorchester side in the final, though I am confident we can prevail and get promoted! Wish me luck.

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    Quote Originally Posted by dafuge View Post
    I don't think anyone has seen them promoted yet.
    i saw them promoted a few times, when i was first trying to get Whitby

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    Quote Originally Posted by dafuge View Post
    I don't think anyone has seen them promoted yet.
    Not true, I've seen them promoted loads, through multiple reloads. If you were wanting a save of them djmac, I can upload one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by footballfan08 View Post
    The bookies have us at 40-1 odds and believe we are doomed.
    Thats the same odds that I have just been given.

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    just got my first award MoM for Jan and my players got 1st, 2nd and 3rd best players of the month

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    Quote Originally Posted by Charlesbeams View Post
    i saw them promoted a few times, when i was first trying to get Whitby
    Fair enough, I was just going by the website. Looks like no one has chosen to manage them yet then.

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    Thanks for the offer, but got them already myself. Was hoping to find someone people haven't attempted yet.

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    Glover is awesome I didn't get him till League 2 thoug

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    Im struggling get into the new game since I been sacked

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    I've got a half decent keeper!!!!

    I cant believe it, I'm so happy!

    Thank you Swindon Town. Now how about letting me keep him after the season?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    well done

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Playoff final comebacks seem to be in fashion right now, nice one

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Good to see Ramsgate on the up

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    Unfortunately it's likely I'll be in a relegation scrap next season, I'm probably going to lose a few key players and won't be able to bring much quality in because of our debt. Almost -£700k in the red now. If I can become a profitable club next season and just about survive I'll be happy

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Unfortunately it's likely I'll be in a relegation scrap next season, I'm probably going to lose a few key players and won't be able to bring much quality in because of our debt. Almost -£700k in the red now. If I can become a profitable club next season and just about survive I'll be happy
    Better hope to get a preimership team in the FA cup

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    I may bite the bullet and request a parent club, that way I can get a few players in without any expenditure.

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    Been trying a few times to get players to learn preferred moves and then two come along at once: Gleeson & Smith.

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    Hitchin Transfers so Far

    Gareth Taylor- kinda old, but excellent stats, got him for free

    Mark Houghton- another free,he was on football icon 2 LOL

    Matthew James- free

    Andrew Chapman- another free. They say he is normally a right winger but I'm going to need him to play left.

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    Survived the takeover. It was another director from the board and he has no plans to provide any investment.

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    Second friendly win this season. Gareth Taylor scored on his debut and did well, but Mark Houghton takes the cake. He got his first goals in todays win. He almost had a hattrick but his last shot hit the crossbar.

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    Quote Originally Posted by footballfan08 View Post
    Second friendly win this season. Gareth Taylor scored on his debut and did well, but Mark Houghton takes the cake. He got his first goals in todays win. He almost had a hattrick but his last shot hit the crossbar.
    I hit the bar and post at least twice a game

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gilbster View Post
    Survived the takeover. It was another director from the board and he has no plans to provide any investment.
    So did I. But now the club has a 150k loan. I wanted a Russian M/Billionaire.

    Just noticed im the only Leigh Genesis manager.

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    Does anyone else playing as FC United have a 16 year old striker in their squad called Steve Clarke?

    Just asking as he seems a quality player and i'm considering giving him a chance in the cup games. He's the only player my assistant ever mentions when my u-18's play a match.

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    Quote Originally Posted by OFS View Post
    Does anyone else playing as FC United have a 16 year old striker in their squad called Steve Clarke?

    Just asking as he seems a quality player and i'm considering giving him a chance in the cup games. He's the only player my assistant ever mentions when my u-18's play a match.
    I can't see him in my transfer history so he's probably a regen.

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    Just went for a browse on FC United website and noticed Kyle Wilson has score 15 from 17 games (http://www.fc-utd.co.uk/player.php?player_id=155).

    So he isnt just good on FM then?

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    Quote Originally Posted by dafuge View Post
    I can't see him in my transfer history so he's probably a regen.
    Seems like i got lucky then.

    He's ineligible for the cup. Why would that be. Is there an age limit?

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    Just look at his picture and you'll know if hes a regen...

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    Quote Originally Posted by MikaelS View Post
    Imageshack quickshot rocks.
    Just tried it out, seems decent and its quick obviousley to get the file onto the computer, but does it host it onto Imageshack aswell? If so how do I find it so i can share it..?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Donald-Duck View Post
    Just look at his picture and you'll know if hes a regen...
    Ah right i'm with you. Yes it's computer generated.


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    Quote Originally Posted by OFS View Post
    Seems like i got lucky then.

    He's ineligible for the cup. Why would that be. Is there an age limit?
    If you put your cursor over the ineligible marker it should tell you why. Did he play in a u-18 game on the same day? If so then thats probably why, can't play in 2 games in one day. I don't think there is an age limit.

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    Quote Originally Posted by footballfan08 View Post
    If you put your cursor over the ineligible marker it should tell you why. Did he play in a u-18 game on the same day? If so then thats probably why, can't play in 2 games in one day. I don't think there is an age limit.
    Your right, he played a game on the same day. Don't know why i didn't think of that. Cheers mate.

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    OMG!! One of my guys just missed an absolute sitter!! A cross came in and he was wide open in the box. The net was wide open,keeper no where near him. The volleys it and it hits the post, then rolls along the goal line, then the defense clears. So frusterating!!!!

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    Away at Eastleigh, ranked as 15 - 1 Outsiders (which I thought was quite bizarre)



    Changed tactic to a counter attacking 451 and it worked perfectly. Feeling is great!

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    Just played Eastleigh at home. First match of the season. Had 7-4 odds, Eastleigh 5-4 odds to win. Result . And to top it off my 16 year old keeper was in goal,his debut. My regular keep was suspended.
    Last edited by footballfan08; 22-11-2008 at 02:11.

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    GET IN!



    Super sub super Kyle pops up to head a well earned winner in the dieing seconds.

    In his first appearance of the season super sub super Kyle has given his manager a selection headache with a brief but stand out performance against the mighty Redditch. Not really had a look in this season with first choice strikers Onome Sodje & Michael Malcolm keeping him on the bench, will super sub super Kyle get the start he so badly wants?

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    Half way through the season now and things are looking promising.

    Managed to get a 4-4-1-1 tactic that sits well with my starting 11

    League Table

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    oops double post

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    Annihilator666 - Halesowen Town - Season 10/11 - Blue Square Premier

    Squad - Halesowen Squad
    Table - League Table | Position Graph
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    Finances - Finance Summary
    Other Info - Club Information | Manager Information
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    Finished 8th in the league, and to be honest, it could have been a lot worse. The team was pretty awful in the first half of the season, and I was in the relegation zone at one point. Thankfully the results picked up, and by the time there was only four matches left, I was actually a candidate for the playoffs, but a couple of defeats put an end to that. Overall, I'm happy with 8th place and will look to secure a playoff spot next season.

    Did well in the cups again this season. Made it to the 2nd round of the FA Cup where I put up a good fight against Crewe, but ultimately lost 4-2. Made it to the final of the Conference League Cup for the 2nd year in a row, but this time I lost to Stevenage. Also progressed to the Semi-Finals of the FA Trophy, but Forest Green were too strong for me and won 3-2 on agg.

    My only aim for next season is to clinch a playoff spot.
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    FM 2009 has finally arrived! Time to end my self impossed ban from reading the forums and get the party started!

    Thread at 20 pages already o.O . I'm looking forward to catching up with some of your stories, but have forced myself to not read this thread until I have selected my team for the first season (otherwise im quite likely to go shopping based on others picks ).

    I'll definantly be playing as FC United of Manchester as its simply too perfect of an opportunity to pass up (and with only 1050 rep, it doesn't really kill the difficulty level either! ).

    Bring on the holiday season!

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    Quote Originally Posted by andys139 View Post
    im suprised that no-one else noticed this but how can you of had 3 long term loans from man utd when in BSN you are only allowed 2 long term loans a season

    just noticed when reading through posts for the last 24 hrs
    I asked the same question.

    2 were long term loans and a 3rd was a 3 month deal that was renewed again and again.

    The player from Wrexham was released ad signed on a free.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gilbster View Post
    Part of my issue is that before I found the challenges forum, I was a regular lurker on the LLM forum and was playing my games based on their philosphies which include not going anywhere near the TTF forum. Since participating here, I still try and follow some of their philosphies which include avoiding TTF and GPG. I feel bad even if I use the search function after seeing you guys mention player names and then try and sign them for myselves, because my scouts/player search screen havent come up with them.

    I am fairly sure I'm probably annoying people with my constant attempts and relegation battles, in fact my best attempt so far is the one that hasnt got to the end of the first season, due to the ass man not working properly on it.

    I'm sure the TTF stuff is brilliant, but ultimately I really dont think its for me, besides I have glanced at it, and established that it would involve far too much thinking to understand it all, given I want to play this game after work!
    I'm very similar to you.

    Because of the way I play I have never completed either this challenge or the Gundo challenge, (and in all likelyhood never will), but it's still the way I like playing.

    I don't sign players that others suggest and the only time I break LLM rules is in the signing of Super Kyle. Obviously this season I did not even have to break that rule as I started managing FC Utd. It looks like I will be relegated and sacked at the end of this, (my first season), but I have no intention of downloading someones tactics or reading someone else's theories on what works and what doesn't.

    I know that others do it and good luck to them, (let's be honest, reading a tactical theory thread in T&TG is a far lesser evil than the likes of downloading a tactic or using FM Scout or the editor or the like).

    Anyway, I will also be continuing with tales of woe for as long as my poor managerial form continues.

    It's the people that struggle at this challenge that make the success of others all the more rewarding.
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    Oh my.

    I just snapped up this 15-year old regen for free, and he's fooking class.


    The coach report says it all really. For reference, the Shane Lowry mentioned in the coach report is a 22-year old defender on loan from Aston Villa.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Annihilator666 View Post
    Annihilator666 - Halesowen Town - Season 10/11 - Blue Square Premier

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    Top Scorer - Antonio Murray
    Records - Overall Records | Season Records
    Best Eleven - Overall | Season


    Finished 8th in the league, and to be honest, it could have been a lot worse. The team was pretty awful in the first half of the season, and I was in the relegation zone at one point. Thankfully the results picked up, and by the time there was only four matches left, I was actually a candidate for the playoffs, but a couple of defeats put an end to that. Overall, I'm happy with 8th place and will look to secure a playoff spot next season.

    Did well in the cups again this season. Made it to the 2nd round of the FA Cup where I put up a good fight against Crewe, but ultimately lost 4-2. Made it to the final of the Conference League Cup for the 2nd year in a row, but this time I lost to Stevenage. Also progressed to the Semi-Finals of the FA Trophy, but Forest Green were too strong for me and won 3-2 on agg.

    My only aim for next season is to clinch a playoff spot.
    Great update - think you will secure promotion next year if you continue with that form.

    However, if you're like me you will most likely create a new team over the summer and remove all the togetherness you have created.

    I have Barry in my team - seems pretty decent. Also looked at Perpetuini (sp?) but considered him too old

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jimbokav1971 View Post
    I'm very similar to you.

    Because of the way I play I have never completed either this challenge or the Gundo challenge, (and in all likelyhood never will), but it's still the way I like playing.

    I don't sign players that others suggest and the only time I break LLM rules is in the signing of Super Kyle. Obviously this season I did not even have to break that rule as I started managing FC Utd. It looks like I will be relegated and sacked at the end of this, (my first season), but I have no intention of downloading someones tactics or reading someone else's theories on what works and what doesn't.

    I know that others do it and good luck to them, (let's be honest, reading a tactical theory thread in T&TG is a far lesser evil than the likes of downloading a tactic or using FM Scout or the editor or the like).

    Anyway, I will also be continuing with tales of woe for as long as my poor managerial form continues.

    It's the people that struggle at this challenge that make the success of others all the more rewarding.
    Agree with you re: it's the people who struggle....

    I have used a tactic from FM08 that I built up and literally copied and pasted it from the other game.

    My main tweak is to use the Phil Brown model and have a genius in the hole behind the front two and three work horses in the middle of the park. My motto is to do everything possible to get the ball back (ie high pressing) - this requires three subs to be used almost every game for me

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    Quote Originally Posted by kccircle View Post
    Great update - think you will secure promotion next year if you continue with that form.

    However, if you're like me you will most likely create a new team over the summer and remove all the togetherness you have created.

    I have Barry in my team - seems pretty decent. Also looked at Perpetuini (sp?) but considered him too old
    Barry plays pretty well for me, but I doubt he'll be any good above BSP level, and I got rid of Perpetuini at the end of the season.

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    Season 2014/15 Review - Hendon in Coca-Cola League 2

    League Table
    Past Positions

    Managed to grab one of the automatic promotion spots despite rather poor form toward the end of the season. Luckily for me the other big teams didn't have a very good March-April period either. As a result we've been very stable in terms of league position throughout and only really dropped down a bit early in the season before the team had gelled properly.

    Squad

    The loanees got to act as cover this season as we signed some very good players of our own. Steve Brandon was a particular highlight, filling Che James' shoes from last season with ease. Considering how poorly my strikers did this season, we needed it.

    Transfers

    Had to let a few players who became unhappy go, but got a decent transfer fee for at least one of them. Still not spending any huge amounts on signings as my scouts and assistant always seem to come back with good players who we can get for nothing/cheap.

    Aim for next season: Stay up. Judging by previous seasons though, I'm hopeful of a mid-table finish if we can just secure some new talented players.
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    Congrats on promo Scab!

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    FA at home vs Liverpool - Tv - hopefully this should bring some nice cash

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    Quote Originally Posted by Annihilator666 View Post
    Annihilator666 - Halesowen Town - Season 10/11 - Blue Square Premier

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    Finished 8th in the league, and to be honest, it could have been a lot worse. The team was pretty awful in the first half of the season, and I was in the relegation zone at one point. Thankfully the results picked up, and by the time there was only four matches left, I was actually a candidate for the playoffs, but a couple of defeats put an end to that. Overall, I'm happy with 8th place and will look to secure a playoff spot next season.

    Did well in the cups again this season. Made it to the 2nd round of the FA Cup where I put up a good fight against Crewe, but ultimately lost 4-2. Made it to the final of the Conference League Cup for the 2nd year in a row, but this time I lost to Stevenage. Also progressed to the Semi-Finals of the FA Trophy, but Forest Green were too strong for me and won 3-2 on agg.

    My only aim for next season is to clinch a playoff spot.
    Nice to see someone else managing Halesowen. I see you've also kept a lot of the players who initially came straight up from below the BSN! Impressive.

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    Lost 2-1 2 good things came out of this match though. 1 Managed to injure Torres. 2 gate reciepts of 275k!

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    Just wondering chaps am I not getting assistant manager feedback during matches because he is only part-time or is it because I have attribute masking on?

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    Quote Originally Posted by djmac174 View Post
    Just wondering chaps am I not getting assistant manager feedback during matches because he is only part-time or is it because I have attribute masking on?
    Most probably because the team didnt start with an ass man when it came up. There seems to be a known bug with that.

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    Oh dear.

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    I seem to remember someone saying if you sack him and hire a new one it fixes it. Not sure if that works though.

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    That didnt work on my original Mangotsfield save, but feel free to give it a go anyway.

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    Looks like things aren't going so well for another team eligible in this challenge, especially considering they just got promoted to that division. I always thought they started with really good finances.

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    Oh, geez, who did I just sign

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    Quote Originally Posted by Scab View Post
    Oh, geez, who did I just sign
    Arrogant little ******!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Romanista1994 View Post
    Arrogant little ******!
    Almost as bad as the ones who want you to build the team around them, especially when they are barely average or are 34.

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    Finally got a team that plays in the beautiful color green

    Charlie Brown new manager of Bradford PA

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    Whitby - 10/11 - BSP

    so im finding it a bit harder having been promoted, brought in a few players, i think i need a striker that can score more than 10 a season

    also, i just got my first MoM, you can see here im rubbish for scoring. just 15goals in 16 games, im currently 10th aswell
    Last edited by Charlesbeams; 22-11-2008 at 11:53.

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    Hi guys, first time undertaking this epic challenge, sure i will have some trouble finishing but what the hell!

    Holidayed my ass off last night and am now taking the helm of Leigh Genesis.



    Pray for me lads, this may get a bit messy before the end.

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    Holy ****, I think I've just hit the motherload with youth intake

    Michael Hicks

    Allen Jones

    I've offered both of them long term contracts; exciting times ahead for Ramsgate
    Last edited by Jazzfusion; 22-11-2008 at 12:36. Reason: Wrong screenie

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    I have spent the last 2 and a half ours trying to find a sub 1000 team with no luck.

    Not happy.

    EDIT - And just as I post this Chippenham pop up.
    Yes they do have a reputation of 1000 but they are only 20 mins away from my home so I will be them

    Last edited by Scott_Davis; 22-11-2008 at 12:04.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Scott_Davis View Post
    I have spent the last 2 and a half ours trying to find a sub 1000 team with no luck.

    Not happy.
    its not easy

    http://fansub.me/~scab/fm/ there is one on here

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    Default Re: dafuge's FM09 challenge

    Quote Originally Posted by Scott_Davis View Post
    I have spent the last 2 and a half ours trying to find a sub 1000 team with no luck.

    Not happy.
    I think I spent more time reloading my holiday save than playing so far

    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Holy ****, I think I've just hit the motherload with youth intake

    Michael Hicks

    Allen Jones

    I've offered both of them long term contracts; exciting times ahead for Ramsgate
    Christ, Hicks looks fantastic, he's gonna bang those goals in!

    Oh and I was absolutely S**ting myself through this game, it was almost as bad as actually sitting in the stands watching it for real, I couldn't even watch the penalties and left the room and came back to see the result and I couldn't believe it!
    Last edited by NWLondonCountyFan; 22-11-2008 at 12:12.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Charlesbeams View Post
    its not easy

    http://fansub.me/~scab/fm/ there is one on here
    Failing that I have saves of Gloucester, Ilkeston, Mangostfield uploaded, and can also upload Buxton, Matlock and Banbury (those 3 after 2 years holiday), if requested.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Holy ****, I think I've just hit the motherload with youth intake

    Michael Hicks

    Allen Jones

    I've offered both of them long term contracts; exciting times ahead for Ramsgate
    Hicks looks amazing - great potential - very envious glance!

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    Dafuge I'm not on your list Must have done somethign wrong on the site, will have to check it out.

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    Quote Originally Posted by kccircle View Post
    Hicks looks amazing - great potential - very envious glance!
    My assistant reckons they are already good league 1 players, and hicks could be 'a good championship striker', so they will get alot of first team football

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    Just had a look again though my youth. Only one stands out

    Think he is a prosect anyone?

    Hill

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    Well i've decided to just be Chippenham


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    I've just signed Mcmanaman on loan


    Shame his name is not Steve! (it's Callum by the way and a 7 star player too)

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    Quote Originally Posted by Jazzfusion View Post
    Dafuge I'm not on your list Must have done somethign wrong on the site, will have to check it out.
    You are on there, just need to scroll down a bit.

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    Jazzfusion - What is your youth facilities level?

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