Chris

I honestly don't know what to expect, later I aim to watch how Eastleigh has played over the past couple of years and this past pre-season. The game will probably start off slow, I think Notts should be mindful of going straight at them, but I would hope we could try to space things out early on. Get a real feel for the opposition, of course an early goal would ease things, but the game won't be that easy. The loss of Kristian Dennis and Matt Tootle will be a blow, fingers crossed Nathan Tyson is signed in time. Remaye Campbell could be close to starting. Bring on Eastleigh! #COYP

Honestly, it took me a while to accept the massive drop, but I am actually eager to get back on the road. Some of the fixtures will be decent, I'm just not looking forward to seeing Meadow Lane less buzing.

Kane Hemmings did well considering we pushed him out wide and failed to partner him with someone, I think provided he stays scoring won't be an issue as in the National League we should have people who can chip in - I honestly feel Tom Crawford will come good and be one of those players who adds to the goal tally for the club. There needs to be some brute force in defence, yet Notts needs to find two very good centre backs that can form a good partnership. Hoof it when needed, yet bring it down and pass with confidence when possible. Very good write up @George.

My very first season was whilst Mick managed Notts, I recall my grandfather being unhappy that we had sacked the manager before him (Neil Warnock) and I believe we was somewhere like 4th in the old First Division (now the Championship). I was too young to realise that we had been relegated before that from the top flight and narrowly missed out on being a part of the first Premier League season (Oldham and Swindon made it though). I recall the football though, it was pretty entertaining and the squad Notts had worked well together. I'm not sure why we let Mick go TBH, again too young at the time.

Pierce Bird will be a key player if he's given a chance next season, we need to sign an experienced centre back to assist him and it's a shame Mike Edwards isn't younger (as I believe that's the type of player who'd help). Will Patching and Tom Crawford must be given a chance, Crawford especially since he's stood out at the National League level. There's no point having passengers, these are the signings Notts must avoid so it will be interesting to see who Neal Ardley will choose to give his backing.

Good views, thanks @liampie. I would keep Neal Ardley myself, I think Mel is absolutely right about stability. Its key for success and I think there's more chance of establishing ourselves as a good National League team within our first season with him at the helm. We don't need another season where the manager is guessing who to play.

Good luck to Jon, I know there's talk of him retiring, but I have also heard he might stay on for another year and join a League Two team. I suspect he'll hang his boots up, as this falls into what he's mentioned. He came across as quite grumpy and somewhat rude towards the end of his time at Notts, before that always a standout as one of the best to engage with fans. I'm happy with the retained list, however, it would have been nice to hang on to Jim O'Brien - he gave his all for Notts. That standard needs to be met by any new signings next season.

The recruitment needs to improve, we need players who will die for the shirt and give their all on the pitch.

The club had to do something, if the sales aren't happening and that's what is needed - you do the common sense. I think they should have lowered them a bit more, even if the club had survived the drop. Repay that amazing support we have given.

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Passion has been missing for years, it was bridged with the signing of Shola Ameobi and to some point Alan Smith. Two people I would welcome back. I think Notts could inject a lot more if they tried to rekindle a connection with the likes of Lee Hughes, he has a great sense of humour and is very much down to earth. I was at the Hastings Magpies game at the weekend and it was amazing to see him turning rings around players. I do feel, having someone like him in and around the dressing would only be a good thing. Get him back as a coach, he's obtaining his badges now and will retire soon from playing.

Thanks for taking the time to have a comment, it turns out it was too little, too late. Bitterly saddening, but you know what? We go again!

The fans were incredible @TheSkipper.

I swear I had a notification about a new blog @Piethagoram but I can't find it. ????

Proud of @ARLukomski, saddened to see the last one. It's been a crap season mate, but I have enjoyed your vlogs.

This is a massive game and the importance of doing well, I need not say! I think Notts just needs to forget about the occasions, it's another cup final for us and I hope they play with the same passion as we have recently seen. I think if the midfield perform with the right type of tempo and forward thinking we should do well in the game - I just think we'll be keeping tabs on the Macclesfield game a little more than our own! Plus, I don't want to worry or think about Swindon Town. As I say just focus on ourselves, that will be enough.

Thanks @liampie