Opposition Views

Ahead of Notts County's first home fixture of the 2017/18 League Two season, against local rivals Chesterfield, Pride of Nottingham spoke to Spireites fan Gary Hewitt (@Gooey1983) about his team to get a better insight on the opposition. About Gary: I've been a Spireite since I went to my first game in 1995 against Blackpool with my dad and grandad, and always found a pride at following my home town team, felt a sense of belonging. This is despite moving to Scunthorpe in 1993, I always felt

Ahead of Notts County's opening fixture of the 2017/18 League Two season, against Coventry City at the Ricoh Arena, Pride of Nottingham spoke to Sky Blues fan George Baker (Twitter: @georgedbaker_) to get an insight on the opposition. About George: I'm 19 years old and have been supporting the Sky Blues since I was about 6. My Dad, who happens to be the chairman of the Sky Blue Trust nowadays, took me to my first game at Highfield Road in a game against Birmingham which we drew 1-1 I believ

Notts County continue to go from strength to strength, unbeaten in seven games in all competitions and sitting second in the League Two table. Up next for the Pies is a trip to Broadfield Stadium, where Crawley Town await. Pride of Nottingham spoke to Red Devils fan Jordan Knott (@JordyTekkers) to get an insight on the opposition. About Jordan: I'm 21 years old and have been a Crawley Town fan since 2002, when my dad took me to my first game at the age of 6. My all time favourite

Fan Introduction Name: Aidan Parfitt Age: 19 How long have you supported Crawley? I’ve been a supporter of Crawley for 14 years now Are you a season ticket holder? Yes, been a season ticket holder for most of the 14 years Favourite Player: Bondz N’Gala How do you think Crawley have done so far this season in terms of form and expectations for the season? I’d say at this stage of the season our form has been very inconsistent but in terms of expectation I’d say we are about

Fan introduction Name: Adam Kay Age: 26 How long have you supported Crewe? 19 years Are you a season ticket holder? Yes, since the 1999/2000 season. Favorite Player: George Ray How do you think Crewe have done so far this season in terms of form and expectations for the season? After our spectacular 6-0 start, things have only gone downhill and fast. After 5 games we were miraculously in minus goal difference. Although we have managed a few clean sheets, we have also faile

Fan Introduction Name: Rodney Boulton Age: 45 How long have you supported Exeter? I have supported Exeter for 27 years. Are you a season ticket holder? Yes, I am a season ticket holder. Favorite Player: Jayden Stockley How do you think Exeter have done so far this season in terms of form and expectations for the season? Considering the managerial change, from Tisdale to Taylor we’ve made a good start despite recent results. Which player left in the summ

How good does it feel to be a Notts County fan right now? Kevin Nolan has masterminded an epic climb to the top of League Two, the foundations of the club appear steady from top to bottom, and every so often a nice little bit of PR in the form of, say Matt Tootle's goal celebration, gives the club exposure on a global scale. But it's still early days, and tonight, the Magpies will be given their harshest test, taking on previous fourth-tier leaders and current second-placed side Exeter

Introduction: Name: Steve Hall. David Garth. How long have you supported Gillingham?  Steve: Supported Gillingham since 1964. David: I've been a Gills' supporter since the 1963/64 season when Gillingham won the old Division 4 title on goal difference from Carlisle United. Are you a season ticket holder? Steve: I am not a season ticket holder as I live away. David: Yes, I've held a season ticket for many, many years now. Age? Steve: I'm 68.

Introduction: Name: Elliott Hanley. Neil Wilkinson. How long have you supported Grimsby Town? Elliott: Since I started watching Town. Neil: 48 years. Are you a season ticket holder? Elliott: Yes, I have a season ticket. Neil: No. Age? Elliott: 27. Neil: 57. Favourite Player? Elliott: At the moment, there are a few. Neil: Danny Rose. What are your thoughts on Grimsby Town’s performance in their first game of the seaso

Fan Introduction: Name: Tom Pratt. How long have you supported Fleetwood Town?I have supported Fleetwood Town for 18 years. Are you a season ticket holder? I am a season ticket holder. Age? 30. Favourite Player? Danny Mayor.  How do you feel about Fleetwood Town’s pre-season preparations this year? Were there any standout performances or new signings that caught your eye? Also, what are your thoughts on the team’s performance in the opening game of the season?

Introduction: Name: Liam Cole. How long have you supported Carlisle United? My first proper memory with the Blues is probably the Leeds play-off game, since the 2007/08 season. Are you a season ticket holder? Unfortunately not. My work commitments mean I don’t get to all home games any more, but I still manage to attend about 80% of them. Age? 27. Favourite Player? My favourite player would be either Peter Murphy or Danny Grainger, both legends of the club’s recent past.

Introduction: Name: Steven Crank. How long have you supported Port Vale? 30 years. Are you a season ticket holder? Unfortunately, not because of work. Age? I’m 35. Favourite Player? Stephen McPhee Can you tell us a bit about yourself and how you became a Port Vale fan? What are some of your earliest memories supporting the team? I’m 35 years old and a forklift truck driver. I’ve been following the Vale since I was 3 years old. My Nan used to take me until I was

There is little to be said about Notts County that hasn't been said already - we are flying high at the minute in virtually every aspect of the club. Eight matches unbeaten, four-game winning run in League Two, four clean sheets in a row, second in the table, and our brilliant manager Kevin Nolan has just signed a new three-year contract at Meadow Lane. Up next for Notts is one of two derbies in the next three games, which sees newly promoted Lincoln City come to Meadow Lane on Saturda

It feels like an age since we were last in League Two action given the glut of festive football followed up by the FA Cup and then nothing for a whole week! But here we are again in league action as we take on local rivals Lincoln City at Sincil Bank this weekend. Pride of Nottingham has spoken to Imps fan Sam to get an insight on the opposition for Saturday's short trip away. About Sam: I'm 25, been supporting the team since I was a kid with my dad taking me to games, and my favo

For all the excitement of reaching the third round of the FA Cup (and the ensuing anti-climax at drawing Brentford away), all that must now be stashed away until next month because now it's time to refocus on the league. And as fixtures go, this weekend's encounter is probably the most taxing we are bound to have all season (except for an away derby) - Luton Town away. The Hatters are top of League Two and their goal difference is frightening - they've been smashing goals in all season

Fan Introduction Name: Ed Gorton Age: 18 How long have you supported Macclesfield? I have supported Macc for 11 years now. My first game was actually at Meadow Lane in 2007. If I remember correctly we won 1-0. Are you a season ticket holder? I am. Favorite Player: Would have to be Danny Whitaker. Simply a club legend. How do you think Macclesfield have done so far this season in terms of form and expectations for the season? So far this season our performances have been ve

It just gets better and better for Notts, who sit proudly atop the League Two table following impressive wins over Lincoln City and Exeter City. But now, arguably the biggest clash of the season for the Magpies, a trip to the One Call Stadium to face Mansfield Town this Saturday. Pride of Nottingham spoke to well-known photographer, Billy Davies 'nemesis' and Stags fan Dan Westwell to get the lowdown on his beloved team. Background: 43 years old, first Stags game 1986. Lots of fav

Introduction: Name: Mark Shore. How long have you supported Morecambe? 21-years. Are you a season ticket holder? Yes. Age? 35. Favourite Player? Danny Carlton. How do you feel about Morecambe’s current position in League Two, and what do you think are the main factors contributing to their struggles this season? I am not happy with us being bottom of the league. We play well, but things are not going our way. All this is because of our owner, Jason Whittingham.

Notts County are flying high at the minute, currently unbeaten in five in all competitions and sitting fifth in the League Two table with 10 points from five games. September is a busy month - having got one fixture out of the way, a 1-0 win at Port Vale, we now embark on the second of seven league games, against Morecambe at Meadow Lane. The Shrimps have been widely tipped to endure a difficult season, but they are somewhat of a bogey team for Notts, given they're unbeaten in four and

Fan Introduction Name: Matt Age: 15 How long have you supported Northampton Town? Ever since I had my first season ticket at 7-8 years of age. Are you a season ticket holder? Yes Favorite Player: John Joe O’Toole How do you think Northampton have done so far this season in terms of form and expectations for the season? In terms of results, way below expectations as we haven’t been as good at finishing teams off to get the 3 points, overall the quality of football has been

Notts County have had a bit of a downturn in form, with their derby defeat at Mansfield Town followed up by a woeful performance against Forest Green Rovers that ended up as a draw by sheer miracle. The Magpies will hopefully have regrouped over the last seven days as another relatively winnable game awaits, a home encounter with Barnet. Although the Bees are not exactly setting League Two on fire, neither were FGR, and look how that turned out, so here's hoping Notts will have gone ba

Notts County's League Two campaign will be put on ice this weekend as the FA Cup rolls into town, or more precisely, Bristol Rovers, who stand between the Magpies and the second round of the competition. With all lower-league eyes firmly on the third round and the possibility of a fixture against a big Premier League side, Notts and Rovers - currently in League One - will want to get their names in the hat for the lottery. In this Opposition View article, Pride of Nottingham spoke to R