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It's inspiring to see the team showing signs of improvement. Jodi Jones has really been a game-changer for us! Good blog!

in the clip of the fans, that is @Chris at the bottom right side. i like reading your thoughts on what fans and is posted on social media, i agree with what you say. its good to see more fans warming to stuart maynard. at times it has seemed personal, ever since the bbc did the piece about him giving up his bt technician job. some of those comments seemed unfair and it did take me away last season from wanting to discuss notts. i think the signs are there, we just need to have faith.

I think it's essential for fans to get behind Stuart Maynard, especially considering the progress we've seen so far. Changing managers often disrupts the team's chemistry, and we're beginning to see better football under his guidance. The defending against Tranmere Rovers was particularly impressive, and Maynard's tactics seem to be more effective each game. It's not just about immediate results but building a sustainable future for Notts. If fans rally behind him, it could create a more positive atmosphere that benefits everyone involved.

Nice blog @Joshua Well put together. Wow, we do have talented writers on PON. I'm just pleased for Stuart. It was rough for him taking over from a legend like Williams. However Stuart has come through all that, and the signs are very good with the team he's building. There will always be people who will be negative, but I believe there are big positive things going to happen in the next few months with Stuart's team.

brilliant blog @allardyces tash. i dont think most of the notts drama is caused from performances or on the pitch, more from fans and rumours which is why i dont really like seeing them being spread without valid cause. your blog is very funny. "If he genuinely believes MK Dons, a club with all the rich history of a microwaved lasagna".

The defence is looking solid this season. Well done to the recruitment for the smart summer signings.

Completely agree about the squad needing to knuckle down for the rest of the season. Losing Crowley and dealing with injuries to key players like Ness and Robertson is frustrating, but this team has shown it can rise to the challenge. I’m thrilled Abbott is staying; his energy and work rate in midfield have been crucial. The January signings look promising, particularly Whitaker, who could bring fresh ideas in the middle. A striker would complete the puzzle, though, as we’ve been a bit short on goals at times. Maynard’s taken a lot of stick, but the Accrington win proves he’s still got the dressing room on side. Promotion is within reach if we stay focused and avoid slipping up.

Nice one @allardyces tash I like this blog. My suggestion is don’t read social media, the majority of people on there who voice these ridiculous opinions on the club, manager and players are just Negative Nellies with nothing better to do that spout their negativity to get a reaction. Personally I’d rather read comments on here where the fans are far more level headed and when necessary will give constructive criticism without the knee jerk reactions of social media. Without a doubt the injuries to the squad have hampered our progress but I still hope we can get promotion but if we don’t it won’t be the end of the world, I’ll still support them as I have through much worse times than these in my 60 odd years of being a fan.

i think some fans are just worried we wont get promoted and might return to those years were we was average, but it is frustrating to see people question the desire and hunger of our owners. they deserve better than that, the reedtz are greatly responsible for putting us on the right path. we are signing far better players than we would have under previous regimes. this is a good blog, i found it very funny and i hope people dont take the hump. thanks for writing it @allardyces tash.

Well done @Joshua,an excellent blog.

I was gutted to hear about Crowley leaving, but I reckon we’ll be fine. The squad’s looked stronger than ever this season.

Brilliant Blog well put together @allardyces tash. My worry is that Notts haven't really decided what sort of Club they are. Are they a feeder Club, buying players on the cheap, developing them, then selling them on for a profit every time another club comes in with a good offer? Or is the Club ambitious and wants to climb the league structure in a reasonable amount of time? There is a big discussion on line about whether Jatta will leave or not. I hope he will stay. He's become an integral part of the team linking play upfront & giving Notts an outlet too. He has also brought an extra dimension to the Notts game from dead ball situations such as corners & free kicks. Notts would lose quite a lot if Jatta was sold. He brings so much to the side & he is so valuable to Notts. If Jatta stays & helps Notts get promoted, he would be even more valuable to the Club at the end of the season . That decision will have to be made by the powers that be at Notts. I hope they choose ambition over selling their players too quickly to make money.

Excellent blog @allardyces tash keep them coming.

I found it an entertaining read, very enjoyable. Isn't it always the same with Notts? When times get tough, the negative comments fly and the players get unfairly criticised, as if they don't care or put the effort in. As for Stuart Maynard, some fans who dislike him will never accept him as our head coach and just wait for those moments to claim he's not good enough. I try to focus on the positives, but unfortunately, a small vocal minority of our fans don't.

Nice article. @allardyces tash. The Club has made great progress since last season. Could you imagine how the team would have finished if six first team players in midfield and upfront would have become injured for an extended period? It would have been a bit of a disaster to put it mildly. This season the squad is much stronger, and the players that have come in and replaced the injured have done a sterling job to keep Notts in the top six, & just a few points off second place. The reason for that is abundantly clear to me. Notts have a very good Head Coach & his staff have done wonders with the team, so that the remaining players available have been moulded into an effective unit to keep Notts in touch with the top while the injured players recover. There will always be a small number of noisy fans that will never be satisfied no matter how well the team are doing. Some would moan if Notts were ten points clear at the top. The sensible fan will know different. I'm confident that once the seven injured players return, we will see the Notts we saw at the beginning of the season, with a big difference. Those fringe players have tasted first team action and won't want to relinquish their place lightly. The players returning will know that there is going to be plenty of competition for places. That fact on its own will benefit Notts in the new year.

I enjoyed your brilliant blog very much,thank you @allardyces tashAlready looking forward to a follow up.

Excellent! It drives me crazy about some of our support. People want stability but aren't patient enough for success. It all goes out the window when we have it. Then, that togetherness, which is a special part of the Notts community, is ruined by petty moaning.

We do have to take into consideration the injuries, but we are only now starting to feel that burden - which is a shame because we had been told a lot were close to returning back when we played Carlisle United. Excluding Jodi Jones and Curtis Edwards, who immediately come to mind, there were others facing similar challenges, including Cedwyn Scott, who took a break for mental health reasons. It hasn't seen us nose dive in form like we did last year, when we lost Matt Palmer. I do think we have done well so far. I know David McGoldrick has got us out of jail at times (among others) but I consider the progress to be slow but steady. As for the blog, I see nothing wrong with it. A bit of light humour can be good, not that the moaners will agree, but I think it's harmless. It is a very good read, so I am sure most fans would agree. Thank you for writing this.

I love this blog @Joshua a great summary of where we are as a club and fan base as things stand, of course there’s a long season ahead and there will be ups and downs, let’s hope there’s more ups.

@liampie + @Joshua, yes, I am caught near the end very briefly. This would have been filmed after we scored, as I am taking pictures. I like your take on the social media posts. It's like a reaction video on YouTube but not personal. Just you're responding and adding your own take on things. It's very well-written. The moment I noticed it, I gave your post a share. I still want to say "tweet and retweet", so badly.

Thank you for all the kind comments. It's nice to see my effort in spreading a bit of wit and common sense is valued by the Pride of Nottingham community. Stay tuned for next month!

Selling players mid-season always feels risky, but if it funds new signings, I’m all for it.

Your point about us being committed to supporting Stuart Maynard I agree, we should chant his name a lot more. I think more fans are coming round, and I would agree that some use Maynard's former job as an invalid way to discredit him. That's football fans for you! It's not like most of these types would be able to do a better job themselves. I enjoyed reading your thoughts and blog, @Joshua.

This is a really fun blog. I like how you share your thoughts on tweets. I wish fans were more understanding. Some people always find something to complain about, but pointing out their problems doesn't help, at least not in my opinion.

I’ve been meaning to do these more often. I wasn’t too concerned about the lack of interest or comments. For me, it’s something to build on.

I don’t know why I’ve not seen this blog before, I’m looking forward to reading more of your blogs in the coming season @Joshua

@Robbie i felt the same, as i mentioned when you joined i am on the autistic spectrum and have found making friends difficult. i have here and its great to see new members come on board. i wished more fans would be open minded, dabble in the conversations for a week or two and just give it a proper chance. there is plenty of room for social media but pon is very much more notts county.

I've just come across the blog Chris and when I read the title I Can See Clearly now, the first thing I thought about was the song, of the same name and I see you up loaded the song. Didn't he have another hit called There Are More Questions Than Answers, that was also the title of the Maths exam paper we got when I was at school. As this blog is from several years ago I hope you're now fully recovered and should problems arise again take comfort in your family and your friends, remember they'll always be there for you, come what may.

Thank you. I value every comment and appreciate those who took the time to read my blog post. I have many unfinished drafts that I plan to complete and share soon.

Lovely Story. I'm so pleased to have found P of N Community.

Solid summary of our Summer signings. With the newly added depth and quality, Notts County should be unstoppable this season. Can't wait for it to kick off!

We have a lot to be optimistic about. The first game against Sutton will hopefully show us a bit more. The depth is a good thing, and Luke Williams has a clear plan for how he wants his team to play. I think he knows what his starting 11 would be, even if he’s not publicly saying so. I also believe that we may try to start the season without signing any more players.

i hope we do sign a couple more, i think two should do it but if we are talking about having depth i am still unsure who will be keeping adam chicksen on his toes. he performs way better when he knows someone else can take his place. a centre back would be a welcomed addition, i agree with everything you wrote @TheSkipper. i think if notts can win the likes of wrexham, tranmere etc we could be in a title race. i will take it as it comes but i feel very optimistic.

With this level of strategic additions, it's clear that Notts County are really investing in their success this season. The balance between experience and fresh talent is key, and it seems like the team has managed to strike that balance well. Particularly noteworthy is Dan Crowley's addition as an attacking midfielder. Given his experience with the Arsenal academy, he would likely be a star performer. If the team takes advantage of his skills, I think they could really pose a serious challenge for the League Two title. The key word in my thoughts is "could", we need the results to go our way and remain optimistic as a fan base.

Great interview for your first blog! The Pride of Nottingham is an excellent site. Those abusive comments early on were probably just trolls, Forest fans, and the usual suspects who are jealous.

A good read @Chris, glad to hear you're feeling happier.

Eerie timing this blog.

This is some read @Chris. I don't know what to write in the comments but I wanted to leave a supportive message. Focus on what makes you happy lad.

Some good films there, This is England is one of the very best. I rewatched The Matrix last night - I'd almost forgotten what a good film that is.

I have always been a big fan of Christopher Reeve, 'Somewhere in Time' is a good example.

thank you

What a talented grandson you have here! I look forward to future blogs Super Pie

Very different but very well put Jake i think a future in media is on the cards.

That was an excellent read Superpie, I hope you will write some more about Notts in the future. ps. Josh is back home now so will be going on the minibus to the next away game.

Well done Jake. Enjoyed reading your blog.

well done super pie. the futures bright with fans like you.

This is a really interesting blog, I enjoyed reading it thanks Super Pie, tell your friend Louie he doesn't know what he's missing. I hope when my grandson George is older he will be as clever as you.

Wow,aren't I a very proud grandad.Well done Jakey and thanks to Jurgen too(andK8)

Great post and pleasure to help :-)

I have picked up a thing or two here Joe. Thank you for taking the time to share this, I feel the majority will learn something.