Chris

@Super_Danny_Allsopp When I glimpsed at this, I had a sinking feeling, but I still believe we are in the best position to hire someone else who can continue the journey, much like Williams did after Burchnall. https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news/2024/january/luke-williams-departure-040123/

@Ohh Tommy Johnson I remembered it's postponed. ????

I am a little sceptical of this whole situation. I have seen stories like this in the past dupe people, so I tend to be more inclined to wait for official news. I don't understand why Swansea City would pay a six figure fee or why it's bandied around like it's a good deal or us. The majority of managers who join a new club command a release in the six-figure range. We also have a coaching team who most likely would see someone else take charge of the training if Luke Williams and Ryan Harley are absent. Luke Williams is still learning his trade, he's got a lot to offer but if this is true. I can see him ending up in the same manner as Ian Burchnall. Whilst I understand concern that he may be on the move, the only real concern I have is how his potential leaving of our club may lead to him wanting to sign key players from our squad. I really respect what Williams has done, but jumping to the Championship just seems too steep. We should be able to make a good appointment, so concerns about a new manager aren't a worry to me. I really hope this is just people fanning the fire, but if he leaves, I only wish him well. We are in a greater position thanks to Reedtz to move forward. The potential replacement shortlist would be far better than any previous season, far better than any other ownership since Derek Pavis.

I am very sceptical about Luke Williams leaving, but knowing my luck it will be confirmed the moment I post this. Our media has the tendency of picking up on the rumours spread by pranksters. It might not be the case in this instance, but it's funny how it's meant to be announced yesterday and hasn't happened as of now. Notts might be delaying it whilst they secure a replacement, however, I think even that would be quite unlikely. The thing that makes me slightly nervous is how we haven't released any pre-match press conference videos. We have at times this season seen them delayed, but this is the only concern for me right now which might back up this rumour. Swansea City might be closer to Luke Williams, but I can see it being similar to Ian Burchnall situation at Forest Green if true.

Let's refrain from bringing up the number of goals we let in, shall we? Let's start 2024 off with this positive message and the promise of better to come. Congratulations to the team for this achievement.

The festive period fell a little wayward and, I apologise that this hadn't been completed sooner. November was a great month for PON, which led nicely into the final calendar month. There was a lot of fantastic effort by the community, which is pleasing and although things did become quieter (quite naturally) nearer to Christmas and the New Year, I still believe it's important to wrap this up. Between myself, @cheeky~k8 and @Burnz3r0. We have decided upon the nominations for each member group as to who should be named December's Member(s) of the Month here on the Pride of Nottingham. NewPie of the Month goes to: ???? @Robbie. Member(s) of the Month goes to: @menzinho and @Piethagoram. Team Member of the Month goes to: @TheSkipper Congratulations to the four members! This is a fantastic achievement worth celebrating. So, many excellent contributions and posts during December and, we go again in 2024. Please take a moment to wish everyone well.

We used to celebrate the New Year at my parents, although we stopped some time back and would video call each other once Auld Lang Syne had been sung (usually just by myself). ???? Those years, we tended to see the following year by watching films together or on the past few occasions watch a stream of a live gig. Pausing once it was almost a New Year, to finish the night off with the rest of the stream or film. I was pleased @super_ram came over. I very much wanted him to come round before as we had made plans for him to stay over Boxing Day and for a few nights but somewhere along the way this ended up being forgotten. Jake @super_pie, very much wanted it. However, New Year's Eve was perfect. It was nice because I just felt well enough to be downstairs and made use of @Dash_16k's beanbag as a very comfortable cheer. We played Monopoly (a quick version which turned out to be anything but fast) - yet it was enjoyable. We also played Cluedo which was good fun. Despite having two weapons and a character.I quickly established what the weapon was and who the murderer was. I then carefully watched where Jake, Ellie, Kate and Super would go. Carefully noting within my head the questions they ask, the rooms they tended to get no answers from. Until I figured out the room to win. Jake was catching on to what I had figured, though we both had our comedy moments. Firstly, when I referred to the wrech as a spanner and Jake referred to two rooms incorrectly. ????

I think my main goals would be to continue on the health front. It's been a bit difficult over the last few weeks for me, what with having a bug and feeling too tired to do anything. However, I made a resolution the year before that I wouldn't push myself beyond my ability when unwell and I have stuck to that quite well. I would like to find more time to do more digital art work. I want to connect better within the Notts community, rather than just being a friendly face and someone who takes pictures at games. Socialising before and during games is something that I need to put time into - even if it's a quick hello. I care a lot about our fan base and I have met so many wonderful people that I should seek out more often. I also want to write more poetry. I have always found it to be a creative outlet towards understanding my feelings and having a natural release. Other than these, I just hope to have more family nights together. I spent time with my dad, brother, and sister-in-law. They mean the world to me, so it would be good to have film nights and catch up more frequently. It would be able to give Kate quality time with our own family who are becoming difficult to get all together now that they're all teens.

Wishing everyone a joyful New Year! I am more than eager to make 2024 an even better year for us all.

@Robbie: I am pleased you are enjoying the Pride of Nottingham. I am also glad that you have found your way to the site, because when someone joins and instantly gets involved it's a sign that something is working as intended. Many people join, but they often become lost or simply remain passive, which is completely acceptable. However, witnessing this can be quite discouraging. Seeing how much you have so quickly become involved, it's great. Honestly, I think @Fan of Big Tone has someone giving him a run for his money in terms of always being on. We appreciate your valuable contributions.

@Lozzle1 said to me once, that Les Bradd deserves it. I fully believe this to be correct, the amount of good he's done with charities and working in the game.

I don't really like having things bought me, unless I want something in general and usually this isn't the case. I spent the money given to me for Christmas by @super_ram and @GrannyPie on a new mattress topper. Our mattress is very comfy, but I don't know they always seem to become lacking in time. We had a topper before, but it's not very good. I always pulled it to my side.???? The new one, not only stays put but it helps massively with my back. I think Cheeky's happy with it too.

From having watched their teams, I have nothing but respect for Charlie McParland, Martin Allen and Kevin Nolan (his pop at me being Arsenal Fan TV) made things a bit begrudging but it's smoothed over now.

I know the fan who owns his match worn Notts shirt, maybe they'd be interested in this? The shirt looks horrible though. I'm not a fan the colour.

Mary Earps hasn't really done anything to warrant it, I'm not one those people who bash her and go on about it solely being awarded due to feminism. I just think their are far more worthy people, people who have retired and done so much charity work. It's not just Mary, others are having awards given to them for a spotlight instead of a true legacy. It's just wrong in my eyes.

I completely agree, @DangerousSausage. If we were more established at this level, it might be a bit more different, but really I fully understand that Stockport County are a very good team. The save by Aidan Stone when Kyle Wootton was one-on-one was very good. Plus our goal line clearance, but the issue isn't with our keeper. It's the amount of chances we give due to not handling the threats.

I don't want to be negative, but the highlights from a defensive point wasn't great with the goals, it did sound like Aden Baldwin did very well, but why did we leave so much space open for their first goal? I showed @cheeky~k8, and she asked me if the Notts players were ready for the corner. The second goal (penalty), Tobi Adebayo-Rowling gave me shades of Richard Duffy. Wait, that might be harsh, but I'm sticking with it. Just knock it out or draw a foul, don't do what happened. Anyone else usually would have been slaughtered on social media and I don't think that is needed. Yet it was awful, and is a talking point for us to mention as I can't believe he made such a comical error. It's worse than Richard Brindley's mistake a few games ago, but then you see the way we attacked. There was a lot more effort. Our keepers have made a considerable amount of saves, putting us within a joint third of the league. It really does show that Aidan Stone isn't the issue. I'm not dwelling overly on the issue because I do acknowledge that good teams do cause problems, and the overall performance did sound 100% better. We need to be a bit more careful on the ball though.

Hello, @Robbie__64. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham. I hope you enjoy being a part of our Notts County community.

Imagine if people actually referred to 'The Beatles' as Liverpool. I know anywhere above London is considered "North" them, which is odd as someone born in the East Midlands being told 'You're a northerner'...

It's going to be interesting, our support hasn't faulted and still continues to sell-out what allocation we get. I hope for the travelling fans that effort is put in and that they have something pleasing to show for the journey. We know what Kyle Wootton is all about. Yet they have a squad full of good talent, and they aren't lacking attacking options. I think we need to get a feel of the game before we even remotely think of bringing the ball back. That just adds pressure onto us from the start; we need to get natural movement and work at creating chances at the other hand. If our midfield can hold onto the ball and use it well, we have the players who can turn the tide at the other end. I'm just worried that Stockport are in such fine form, with all of their attacking options. It will make Notts lack the confidence to apply themselves, and we really should be making teams work harder to get results against us. It's not worth thinking about, Nay. Hopefully Notts can make it much harder for them than we have made it easy for others.

Great video! The club should play it at the start of the boxing day game.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @StanfordPie. I hope you enjoy being a part of our Notts County community.

Whilst I think @ARLukomski shares a solid list of potential signings, I think Notts will be looking to sign more experienced and established players between the ages of 24 and 27. Having an understudy to Matt Palmer doesn't really make much sense in my eyes. I think our recruitment will be looking for some who is very much like Palmer, but equally experienced and maybe versatile in what role they can play in midfield. Defensively, I can't see us looking to bring in someone like Adam Senior (who I suggested in my article during the pre-season). I can see Notts paying money to bring in someone of real quality to help steady the back.

@Piethagoram Yes, Bradford also did it. I think they are mistaken what game they were playing due to their shirt's looking like they belong more in rugby than football. This is all about the EFL trying to highlight that improvements are being made in the officiating department. I can't say I have noticed any significant improvements, outside the Premier League officials are very average. Incidents will be missed, but by the EFL reporting that they aren't making as many is just a weird statement. I doubt it's 85%, because it would make a lot more sense to be within the 50% 60% simply due to human error. This doesn't fit their agenda though.

This will be quite exciting coming into the New Year, I really encourage those who are active to be a part of this as the aim will be to really grow ourselves as a community. I have to be honest, I don't recall who has joined up previously or not - it's an area that I really need to invest more time in. The previous list grew with only emails, very few names and that makes it difficult to track who is who. This will be amended once the first email goes out, but it will be something I encourage everyone who enjoys PON to get behind.