PaNdy on TiFF went to the kit sponsors’ day this week:
Went to the Kit sponsors day yesterday. Good day out. Very interesting watching the players train. Players all came over to chat and sign stuff at the end. Dempsey comes across as an exceedingly humble down to earth guy, as does Healy, as do most of them really.
The Q+A session with Hodgson was most interesting. Make no mistake, Hodgson IS then man for the job in the short and long term. An exceptionally nice man, tactically aware, with an “iron fist in velvet glove” demeanor. He is dedicated to the cause, whether in the prem or in the champions league, and is aware of certain players who do not share this attitude.
The spirit in the ranks is good, judging by the noise that was coming from the canteen when the players were eating together! Roy is aware of the urgency of the situation, and is both realistic and hopeful of survival. I reiterate: This is a man who has IMMENSE experience at all levels of the game, a sound understanding of what is needed by this club, and a passion for implementing a programme which will make the club successful in the long term. Roy’s revolution will transform the club, whether in the premiership or the championship, mark my words.
I don’t think you could get much better feedback than that. Makes you feel that the club’s in good hands, come what may.
