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Luke Williams, the manager of Notts County, shared his thoughts after his team played their last pre-season friendly at Shrewsbury Town in a 1-1 draw. Williams described the game as mixed, with both good and bad moments. He mentioned that the team struggled to get to grips with the pitch, which was dry and had long grass. This made it difficult for them to build up their play. “It was a mixed game,” Williams said. “We struggled to get to grips with the pitch, which was dry and had long grass. This is normal because it’s more sensible to protect the pitch for the long season. But it was a slow pitch, which made it difficult to build up.” Despite these challenges, Williams was happy that his team managed to control periods of the game. However, he acknowledged that they were not at the level they needed to be yet. He stated that they cannot expect to play like that and make that many mistakes in the build-up and still be a league two team. With the amount of possession that they had, they needed more good chances. “I’m happy that we managed to control periods of the game,” Williams said. “But we’re certainly not at that level yet. We cannot expect to play like that and make that many mistakes in the build-up and be a league two team.” Williams also praised David McGoldrick, describing him as an outstanding player who is exciting to watch. He mentioned how McGoldrick runs around so much for the team and works so hard, putting his body on the line. Williams expressed his gratitude for having such a player on his team. “David McGoldrick is an outstanding player and so exciting to watch,” Williams said. “He runs around so much for the team and works so hard, putting his body on the line. When you have that combination, you have to be so grateful for that today.” Williams seemed content with his team’s performance but acknowledged that there is still room for improvement. He mentioned that they have one more week of conditioning in a more natural way as they gear up towards a league game. He expressed confidence in his team’s ability to represent themselves and the club well in League two. In discussing his team’s preparation for the upcoming season in League two, Williams emphasised the importance of hard work and continuous improvement. He stressed the need for his players to remain focused and disciplined both on and off the field “Now we’ve finished our match preparations, our preseason friendly preparation,” Williams said. “We have one more week of conditioning in a more natural way that we were gearing up towards a league game. So we’re OK, we’re happy enough.” Check out the Pride of Nottingham online web store for prints, t-shirts, caps and more! Share your post-match thoughts on the Pride of Nottingham match discussion after Notts County’s final pre-season game against Shrewsbury Town. Join the conversation!

Luke Williams, the manager of Notts County, shared his thoughts on the team's preparations for the upcoming season after their last pre-season friendly at Shrewsbury Town in a 1-1 draw. He mentioned that they have one more week of conditioning in a more natural way as they gear up towards a league game. "We have one more week of conditioning in a more natural way that we were gearing up towards a league game," Williams said. "So we're OK, we're happy enough." Some challenges faced by the team during their preparations were also discussed by Williams. One of his players had a fatigue injury, but it was not too concerning. Another player, Will Randall, was picking up the same fatigue injury repeatedly, so they were going to examine that a bit more to make sure there wasn't a bigger problem. "We think he has a fatigue injury, so it's not too concerning," Williams said. "Will Randall is picking up the same fatigue injury repeatedly, so now we're just going to try to examine that a bit more to make sure there's not a bigger problem." Williams also talked about some of the players who were making progress in their training. Junior Morias had just begun full training and was doing everything well. Ollie Tipton had missed out on the last game because he had to play for Wolves against Manchester City, but Williams was pleased with his progress and was planning to give him plenty of repetitions in training. "Junior Morias is now in full training, so he's just begun full training," Williams said. "He's done everything so well. Ollie Tipton missed out on this one, but we're pleased. Now he's done and we can try to give him plenty of repetitions in training." Confidence was expressed by the Notts County manager, Luke Williams, in his team's preparations for the upcoming season. He mentioned that they were going to start tapering down the volume of work that they do on their feet on the training pitch so that they could be fresh for a match. He expressed confidence in his team's ability to represent themselves and the club well in League two. "We will start to now taper down the volume of work that we do on our feet on the training pitch so that we can be fresh for a match," Williams said. "We know it's going to be tough, but we need to represent ourselves and the club very well." In addition to discussing his team's preparations for the upcoming season, Williams also shared some insights into his coaching philosophy and approach. He emphasized the importance of building strong relationships with his players and creating an environment where they feel supported and motivated to perform at their best. He also talked about the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and staying focused on achieving their goals as a team. It seems that Williams and his team are well-prepared for the challenges ahead and are ready to represent themselves and Notts County with pride and determination in League two. Be sure to check out the Pride of Nottingham t-shirts, featuring legends and former players, with more to come soon. Take a moment to visit the Pride of Nottingham dashboard and join in on our discussions - we would love to hear your thoughts!

POST-MATCH | SHREWSBURY 1-1 NOTTS COUNTY | LUKE WILLIAMS

GOAL | SHREWSBURY 1-1 NOTTS COUNTY

Notts County has announced the completion of a season-long loan signing of Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Ollie Tipton. The 19-year-old player recently spent time on trial with Notts County, with the aim of securing a loan move. This morning, the club confirmed that the loan move had been completed. Ollie Tipton is a promising young defender who will bring his skills and talent to the Magpies for the upcoming season. In a recent interview, Tipton expressed his excitement about joining Notts County, saying "From what I've seen, it's a really good club. It looks like the club is going on to something special and I couldn't wait to be a part of it." The club and its fans are excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to seeing him in action on the pitch. This loan move is a great opportunity for Ollie to gain valuable experience and develop his abilities, while also helping Notts County achieve their goals for the season. A statement released by the Notts County board of directors reads: "We’re really pleased to add Ollie to our ranks for the duration of the campaign, and would like to thank Wolves for entrusting us with his development. We were keen to add another defensive option to the squad and Ollie has all the qualities we look for in that area. While we see him primarily as a central defender, his ability in possession means he’s also capable of playing as a defensive midfielder. His versatility could prove crucial over the course of a long campaign, and we look forward to seeing how he progresses in his time with us." This is his first loan move away from Wolves, where he first joined their academy at the age of 11. Tipton established himself as a leader within the Wolves academy, captaining both their Under 18s and Under 21s sides. In recognition of his talent and potential, he was rewarded with a contract running until 2025. Ollie Tipton made his senior debut for Wolves against Crewe in the 2021-22 EFL Trophy. He continued to gain experience in the same competition last season, helping his side progress through the group stage before being narrowly defeated by Manchester United on penalties. The loan move to Notts County presents an exciting opportunity for Tipton to further develop his skills and gain valuable experience at a senior level. Speaking about his role in the team, Tipton said "I'm a defender and I like to think I can play all across the back three. I'm comfortable on the ball and like to start attacks. On the defensive side, I think I'm quick and athletic. Hopefully, I can bring that into the team." He also expressed his ambition for the season, saying "As I said, I think this club is onto something special and promotion has definitely got to be up there. I really want to be a part of it." Join in with the Pride of Nottingham by using the “Topicfeed” page to stay up-to-date with all the latest news and discussions about Notts County. Don’t forget to check out the Pride of Nottingham web store for t-shirts, shirts, caps and prints to show your support for the Magpies!

FIRST INTERVIEW | OLLIE TIPTON

Notts County striker David McGoldrick is looking forward to the upcoming season and is still learning from his coach. After Notts County’s pre-season win over Alfreton Town, McGoldrick spoke about how he is trying to contribute to the team with his passing ability and is excited about the club’s return to the English Football League after four years out of the league. McGoldrick also emphasized the importance of hard work and fitness for footballers, saying that being fit makes players better and that young players can learn from more experienced players who look after themselves. He mentioned that his body feels good after a tough preseason and that he really enjoyed it. The striker also expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, saying that it’s a huge moment for the club, being back in the EFL after four years out of the league. The first game will be special and everyone’s looking forward to it. As a Notts man, McGoldrick is really looking forward to it. McGoldrick’s enthusiasm and dedication to his team are sure to be an asset as they prepare for their return to the EFL. In an interview after Notts County's pre-season win over Alfreton Town, David McGoldrick spoke about learning from his coach and looking forward to the upcoming season. "I'm still learning," he said. "Every day in training, I'm learning off the coach. He's probably one of the best tactically and the way he sets his team up. I've come at the age of 35, and I'm really enjoying learning from him every day." McGoldrick also spoke about how he is trying to contribute to the team. "I feel I can bring passes and things like that to the team," he said. "It's good when it goes through, and then he has the vision to slot it through. And you know, he does what he does." The striker also expressed his excitement for the upcoming season. "I can't wait," he said. "It's a huge moment for the club, being back in the EFL after four years out of the league. The first game will be special and everyone's looking forward to it. As a Notts man, I'm really looking forward to it." He also talked about how hard work is important for footballers. "Body feels good," he said. "It's been a tough preseason, but I really enjoyed it. If you're a footballer, and you don't enjoy hard work, then you're in the wrong game, so it's good." He added that being fit is important for players: "The more fitter you are, the better you're going to be as a player. I'm trying to tell the young lads that and I think they'll learn from how the more experienced players look after themselves." David McGoldrick is looking forward to the upcoming season with Notts County and is still learning from his coach. He is eager to make a valuable contribution to the team by showcasing his exceptional passing skills. Furthermore, he is thrilled about the club's triumphant return to the English Football League after a four-year hiatus. McGoldrick highlighted the utmost significance of dedication and physical fitness for football players. He emphasised the importance of maintaining a high level of fitness. Not only does it improve a player's performance, but it also provides invaluable lessons for young players. By observing and imitating the self-care habits of experienced players, they can learn valuable skills. Check out all the latest articles published by the Pride of Nottingham, including fan-written features. There’s always something new and interesting to read! Join in with the latest discussions via the Pride of Nottingham dashboard - a special page that overviews all the site. It’s a great way to stay up-to-date with everything that’s happening with Notts County.

David McGoldrick, the 35-year-old striker, scored in Notts County's pre-season 5-0 win over Alfreton Town. McGoldrick, who has had a successful career playing for various clubs, demonstrated his experience and skill on the field as he helped lead his team to victory. McGoldrick's goal was a standout moment of the match, highlighting his ability to find the back of the net even under pressure. His positive attitude and determination are sure to be valuable assets to Notts County as they prepare for the upcoming season. With McGoldrick on their side, the Magpies are poised to be a formidable opponent on the field. In addition to his impressive performance on the field, McGoldrick brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to the team. At 35 years old, he has played for various clubs and has a deep understanding of the game. His presence on the team is sure to be beneficial, both on and off the field, as Notts County prepares for the upcoming season. With McGoldrick's experience and skill, the team is well-positioned to be a strong contender in their matches. In a post-match interview conducted by Notts County, McGoldrick expressed his satisfaction with finally getting a goal. "Good to finally get one," he said. "I hit the bar a few times and had a few chances that just went wide. So yes, good to finally see one go in." McGoldrick also spoke about his confidence in his ability to score goals. "I never panic," he said. "I know the goals will come. You just got to keep getting in there. We've been scoring in some of the games, and I'm never worried about not scoring in a few games. I believe in my own quality that I'll get the chances and I believe in the way the team plays that it suits me perfectly." He also described the goal he scored during the match. "Jim [O'Brien] came inside a little tuff with the ball, got away from it, and then it just opened up, and I hit it, and it couldn't hit any sweeter," he said. "As soon as I hit it, I knew it was in. But yeah, good to see it hit the back of the net." Notts County still has one more pre-season game against Shrewsbury Town before the season officially starts. This will be another opportunity for McGoldrick and his team to showcase their skills and prepare for the upcoming season. The fans are eagerly anticipating the match and are excited to see what their team can achieve. Make sure you’re signed in and actively browsing the Pride of Nottingham site - it’s great to see our members online! And don’t forget to check out the latest discussions using the ‘Topicfeed’ to quickly reply to our popular forum content!

POST-MATCH | ALFRETON 0-5 NOTTS COUNTY | DAVID MCGOLDRICK

GOALS | ALFRETON 0-5 NOTTS COUNTY

Luke Williams has spoken about the importance of balancing hard work with enjoyment and maintaining a positive atmosphere within the group. He mentioned a petition for Tobi to do every post-match interview, highlighting the fun and camaraderie within the team. Williams also joked about having to charge Tobi up on the bus to an away game. Looking ahead at their next couple of fixtures, Williams said they will likely resemble teams preparing for their first league game. He also mentioned that their opponents are likely to put more senior players or first-team regulars on the pitch, which might give them some insight into their strategy. As they focus on themselves and their preparation for upcoming fixtures, it will be interesting to see how this approach plays out on the pitch. The importance of having fun and maintaining a happy camp was emphasized by Williams. He believes that working hard is the most important thing, but there is always time for some fun. With this mindset, the team is sure to bring their best to the field in their upcoming games. BBC Radio Nottingham’s Dave Bracegirdle interviewed Luke Williams, who spoke about the importance of having fun and maintaining a happy camp. “Yeah I think I want us to work very hard, that’s the most important thing first, then there’s always time for some fun,” he said. “And I think you don’t have to look any further than Tobi to know there is a happy camp, everybody can laugh, he’s incredible.” Williams also mentioned the petition going around for Tobi to do every single post-match interview. “And I know there’s been a petition going around for him to do every single post-match interview, but yeah, it’s brilliant to have a group with a lot of fun and most importantly they work hard for each other,” he said. When asked if Tobi is always full of life, Williams joked that they have to charge him up on the bus to an away game. “Constantly, constantly like that, we normally have to charge him up on the bus on the way to the game, plug him in, then he’s ready and full of life when we arrive so, he’s just a top guy, and he has that personality everyone is drawn to, and we have to have that in the group as well as much as we want to work hard and be intense we still have to have fun as well,” he said. Looking ahead at their next couple of fixtures, Williams said they will likely resemble teams preparing for their first league game. “I imagine the next couple of fixtures will look more like teams preparing for their first league game, so maybe we can read more into it but at the moment we’re not really looking at pre-season friendlies from the opposition. We’re concentrating on ourselves. Yeah, like I say I think the last two friendlies will probably more likely see what resembles a starting line-up,” he said. Williams also mentioned that their opponents are likely to put more senior players or first-team regulars on the pitch, which might give them some insight into what they’re going to do. “Yeah and for our opponents as well, you know if we look at our opponents most likely they’re gonna put more senior players or more first team regular players on the pitch and that might give us some insight into what they’re gonna do,” he said. The importance of balancing hard work with enjoyment and maintaining a positive atmosphere within the group was emphasized by Williams. As they focus on themselves and their preparation for upcoming fixtures, it will be interesting to see how this approach plays out on the pitch. Don’t forget to check out the Pride of Nottingham store for new items coming soon! Show your support for the team in style. Want to engage with content quickly? Use the Pride of Nottingham ‘TopicFeed’ to join the conversation and share your thoughts!

Notts County emerged victorious in their pre-season friendly against Boston United, with a final score of 1-0. Cedwyn Scott, the forward, netted the winning goal by converting a cross from Jim O’Brien in the second half. This dominant performance was rewarded with a win. The first half of the match was relatively subdued, with the audience of 1,042 spectators waiting until the 23rd minute for the first significant chance. Cameron Gregory thwarted Aaron Nemane's initial attempt, denying him at the near post. As the match continued, Luke Williams made several substitutions to provide playing time to as many players as possible. Macaulay Langstaff was among those introduced and had an opportunity to score a second goal when he was expertly assisted by Aidan Stone. However, he failed to get past Gregory and the final chance of the game slipped away. After the match, Luke Williams spoke to Dave Bracegirdle of BBC Radio Nottingham about the game and how it was a good workout for both teams. "Nonetheless, yeah, it was a good workout for us, and I’m sure for them as well. And everything kind of went according to plan, so it was a good day in our preparation," he said. Williams also discussed the rotation of players during the game, saying that it was important to give everyone the correct minutes to ensure that the whole group is at the same level. "No because I think at this stage we have to try to rotate the players around in a logical way to give them the correct minutes so that we have the whole group at the same level. And so not too much to read into that. But I was happy with every player, really," he said. When asked about the opposition's defensive discipline, Williams praised their display and said that Notts County faced similar challenges last season. "No, and I think when the opposition are going to be so defensively disciplined, and I thought it was a very good display, and we did face that once or twice last season. The outcome has to be in a worst-case scenario has to be nil-nil when the opposition are nowhere near the goal. So if you make a break for a breakthrough, sorry when you’re playing against such a tough defence then you have to not concede," he said. Williams also talked about how the opposition will have a plan to try and frustrate Notts County and force them into making errors. "Of course and this is something that we talk about inside the group that the opposition will have a plan to try to frustrate us and to try to force us into making an error so that they can capitalise on our frustration or lack of concentration. And that’s a tough thing to tough style to play against very tough. And we done everything correct today and that’s why I’m really pleased because it was obviously a physical workout because at this time of year we have to have that. But also it became very taxing mentally to keep doing the same things over and over and not get frustrated or fall into a trap," he said. Despite facing a tough defence, Notts County kept knocking on the door throughout the game. Williams praised his strikers for their ability to put the ball in the back of the net when given the opportunity. "Yeah and as you said we were knocking on the door pretty much the entire game, and you have to keep being in the right position. You have to keep trying to make the right actions to deliver the ball across the box. And then of course we’re lucky because we have great strikers at the club that if they do make the correct action they put the ball in the back of net, and you know that’s the most valuable thing they can do for him," he said. Looking ahead, Williams is glad that there is still time for his team to work and prepare for the upcoming season. "No I’m glad we’ve still got some time, and we can still work, and we can make sure that players have been pushed as hard as they possibly can be pushed without breaking. And that way they should be in perfect condition for season," he said. It was a successful day for Notts County as they continue their preparations for the upcoming season. With a solid performance and a win under their belt, the team can look forward to their next challenge with confidence. Take a moment to register as a member of the Pride of Nottingham and join in the conversation by leaving comments on our articles. Don’t forget to check out the Pride of Nottingham dashboard page to see our site at a glance.

POST-MATCH | BOSTON 0-1 NOTTS COUNTY | LUKE WILLIAMS

Notts County manager Luke Williams recently spoke about player injuries and pre-season training. He discussed the minor issues that some players had with tightness and how they were removed from training and the friendly match to avoid making their injuries worse. The club is preparing for the start of the new season by avoiding unnecessary complications and injuries. Williams said that these minor issues are to be expected given the amount of workload at this time of year and that they are not too big of an issue with three friendlies still left to get in before the season starts. He also mentioned that Aden Baldwin is recovering well from his injury but will need a bit longer, while Junior Morias is in a similar situation. Both players have completed the beginning of their rehabilitation inside the gym and on the treatment bed and are now spending more time on the grass. Pre-season training was also discussed by Williams, who explained that it is focused on conditioning and getting the players to the correct level of fitness to sustain them over a long season. He mentioned that this is the time of year when they get their base fitness and that they also work on their understanding of tactical stuff. The training session on the morning of the game, although not ridiculously hard, still took some energy out of the players’ legs, and they came into the game a bit fatigued from the week and from the morning session, according to Williams. In an interview with Nick Richardson of the Notts County media team, Notts County manager Luke Williams discussed player injuries and pre-season training. Williams mentioned that some players, such as Tobi and Connell, had minor issues with tightness and were removed from training and the friendly match to avoid making their injuries worse. "When he [Tobi Adebayo-Rowling] felt some tightness, we said it's not worth risking him to make it a worse injury," Williams said. "So it's a very minor thing, and we expect him to be on the grass again on Friday." He also mentioned that Aaron Nemane had a similar issue with tightness from repeating the amount of times he hits the ball in training. "He [Aaron Nemane] felt a tightness," Williams said. "But it's something that we know well with Aaron. We know how his body is and as soon as he feels the beginning of something, we remove him from training and from the friendly." Williams said that these minor issues are to be expected given the amount of workload at this time of year and that they are not too big of an issue with three friendlies still left to get in before the season starts. "When guys are picking up some fatigue, really, if we didn't push them really hard this time of year, we're doing something wrong," Williams said. "So we have no problem with these minor things, and we withdraw the players at the right time." He also mentioned that Aden Baldwin is recovering well from his injury but will need a bit longer, while Junior Morias is in a similar situation. Both players have completed the beginning of their rehabilitation inside the gym and on the treatment bed and are now spending more time on the grass. "Aden [Baldwin] is recovering really well from his injury, but he's going to need a bit longer," Williams said. "And he's on track and everything is going according to plan. So he's now on the grass running on the training pitch." Williams also discussed pre-season training, explaining that it is focused on conditioning and getting the players to the correct level of fitness to sustain them over a long season. He mentioned that this is the time of year when they get their base fitness and that they also work on their understanding of tactical stuff. "This time of year is really very much about conditioning, getting the guys to the correct level of condition that they need to sustain them over a long season," Williams said. "And this is where you know we get our base from." Williams acknowledged that the training session on the morning of the game, although not ridiculously hard, still took some energy out of the players' legs and that they came into the game a bit fatigued from the week and from the morning session. However, he said that this was done deliberately to get them into the right place for the league. "Ordinarily, of course, the players would be fresh going into a game, but this time of year we're topping up their conditioning and also topping up their understanding of tactical stuff," Williams said. "So we trained this morning not ridiculously hard but of course it still took it out of their legs. And then they come here a bit fatigued from the week and a bit fatigued from this morning." Confidence in his team’s ability to handle minor injuries and fatigue during pre-season training is expressed by Williams. He believes that pushing his players hard at this time of year is necessary to get them into top condition for the upcoming season. With three friendlies still left before the season starts, there is plenty of time for Williams to continue working on his team’s fitness and tactical understanding. Please consider starting a new topic if you can think of a good discussion within the forum. Also, don’t forget to check out the latest content within the Pride of Nottingham via the dashboard page!

Notts County responded with the opening goal on 10 minutes as Jodi Jones’ excellent cross was headed home by Crowley inside the area. They had to wait another two minutes to have the ball in the net again, though, as Brindley met Jones’ half-cleared cross with a sweet strike from 20 yards. Some of the standout players for Notts County in the match were Dan Crowley, David McGoldrick, and Richard Brindley. Telford United played well in their counter-attacking football, being direct and making Notts have to work. Despite their efforts, Notts County was able to secure the win with their strong performance. Williams praised Telford’s play, particularly on the counter-attack, and acknowledged that his team had to work hard to get the win. In an interview with Nick Richardson of the Notts County media team, Williams said that the match was a “very worthwhile” experience and that Telford played “excellent” football, particularly on the counter-attack. “I thought that Telford were excellent and particularly when they played on the counter-attack very, very well,” Williams said. “But then we managed to get to grips with the game somewhat, and we started to create more chances later on.” Williams was happy overall with the team’s performance but acknowledged that there is still some work to be done for them to improve. He also mentioned that they had to move players around and monitor their minutes to avoid pushing them too hard too early in the season. “So I’m happy overall but still we can see there is some work to be done for us to improve,” Williams said. Williams also spoke about the team’s efforts to improve their defence and find the right balance between attacking and defending. He mentioned that they are working on being more compact and organised when defending, while also being more creative and dynamic when attacking. “We’re working on our defence, trying to be more compact and organised, while also being more creative and dynamic when attacking,” Williams said. “It’s all about finding the right balance and I think we’re making good progress.” It seems that Williams is pleased with how his team is progressing during their pre-season preparations. They will continue to work hard and improve as they get ready for the start of the new season. Please consider making a donation to help support the Pride of Nottingham site. All support is greatly appreciated! Also, be sure to check out the Pride of Nottingham dashboard for all the latest content throughout the site.

POST-MATCH | TELFORD 0-2 NOTTS COUNTY | LUKE WILLIAMS

GOALS | TELFORD 0-2 NOTTS COUNTY

The city of Nottingham was alive with anticipation as two of its local football clubs, Notts County and Nottingham Forest, prepared to play in a pre-season friendly at Meadow Lane. The match was a chance for both teams to showcase their skills and for fans to get a glimpse of what the upcoming season might hold. As the day of the match approached, excitement grew among the residents of Nottingham. Flags and banners were hung from windows and balconies, and the streets were filled with the sound of chanting and singing. Notts County's rivalry between Nottingham Forest was fierce, but there was also a sense of camaraderie among the fans, united in their love for the beautiful game. The atmosphere was electric, with over 16,500 fans in attendance to show their support for their respective teams. Luke Williams, the head coach of Notts County, was thrilled with the turnout and the opportunity for the city to showcase itself. "Well yeah, I think it's just a chance for us as a city to show off," he said. "Where else are you going to get 16,500 for a preseason friendly? And the atmosphere was great, you know, because the game wasn't a thriller in it. "But there was applause from the fans, and we had a great opportunity to show respect and let their families know that their loved ones have not been forgotten." Despite the game not being a thriller, Williams had nothing but praise for his counterpart, Nottingham Forest's manager, Steve Cooper. "Yeah I did [meet with him before the game]. And he's just total class, isn't he? "He came and spent some time with me before the game, which he did this time last year. And that helped me hugely, it really did. "It helped me so much. And I've had some time with him again today. He's a Premier League manager. You don't get that opportunity very often, and we'll try to encourage him to have a chat with me again with my staff and his staff. So yeah, it's brilliant to be able to share the technical area with him." Williams also reflected on his time away from football during the off-season. "Yeah I had some holiday time," he said. "What is done, is done now, no one can ever take the memories away. But for now I'm at work again and have to concentrate on what's in front of us. And at some point in the future, hopefully a long time from now, we'll be able to reflect back on maybe more success as well at this brilliant football club." When asked about former Notts County player Ruben Rodrigues, Williams expressed his well-wishes for him. "Yeah we hope so [that he does well]. "You know with this there's nothing we can do. We can't hide them [the players]. They're there to be observed. And you know we wish Ruben well of course because we love Ruben here. And everything that he helped us to achieve last season in particular for me because it wasn't the only one I worked with him, but I know he's been here for a number of seasons and everyone adores him." Williams also discussed his approach to evaluating new players during the pre-season friendlies. "Yeah you know me, I allow the club, the people that really know what they're looking at [to evaluate new players]. And they of course can watch the pre-season friendlies. "If they have any concerns they can act upon it, but you know I'm happy with a group of players and I need to pour all of my time and effort into those players that are already in the building. And if we have new players join us then they will get the same service from myself." Finally, Williams expressed his excitement about Notts County's new kit design for the upcoming season. "Yeah you know I really was so keen for us to be back in a proper stripe," he said. "I loved the pinstripe of course last season; the double pinstripe was great. And of course that shirt will always hold a place for me. But to see the proper black and white bars was... I just thought we looked so close to them, be quite honest." As the pre-season friendly between Notts County and Nottingham Forest came to a close, the excitement and anticipation for the upcoming season was palpable. With a successful turnout and a chance for the city of Nottingham to shine, it's clear that the love for football runs deep in the hearts of its residents. As Williams said, "It's just a chance for us as a city to show off." And with the new season on the horizon, there's no doubt that both Notts County and Nottingham Forest will continue to make their city proud. Join in with the Pride of Nottingham and contribute to the site’s content by checking out the forum. Share your thoughts on the BBC’s interview with skipper Kyle Cameron and join in the discussion with other fans.

Charlie Slater, the well-known commentator for BBC Radio Nottingham, has announced his departure from his role as Notts County commentator via Twitter. Charlie, who took over the role on 5th August 2017 following the semi-retirement of the legendary Colin Slater, expressed his gratitude and honour in being Notts' new commentator. In a series of tweets, Charlie thanked his colleagues at BBC Radio Nottingham and reflected on his time with the station. He wrote, "I’ve worked for BBC RNS for over a decade & covered more than 500 games for them. None of that happens without Colin Fray, who took a chance on me & to who I’ll be eternally grateful." He also shared a text graphic in which he expressed his affection for the football club and its supporters. Charlie went on to say, "After six years and almost 350 games I've been at a crossroads, needing to make a decision whether to carry on or to pursue other opportunities. It's the most difficult career decision I've ever had to make, made more so by the affection I have for the football club and of course the bond I have with you, the supporters." He continued, "The way that you have taken to me will never leave me. I can't begin to express my gratitude to each and every one of you for listening and for your kind comments. A special fan base for a special football club, I hope you'll always consider me 'one of your own'." Charlie also reflected on the future of Notts County, writing, "Watching Notts get promoted at Wembley is a good way to go out, but I also know there's more to come. With great owners, the legacy of Jason Turner, the brilliant Luke Williams and his coaching staff and the off the pitch excellence of Richard Montague, Nick Richardson and Steven Carter, to name just a few, Notts County are only going one way." He concluded by expressing his gratitude for the opportunity to follow in Colin Slater's footsteps. "Finally, Notts County has always had 'one voice' and to be given the chance to follow Colin Slater will forever be one of the greatest honours of my professional career. I hope I did his legacy justice. Thank you for listening. You pies! Charlie" As Notts County prepare for their first match of the 2023-24 season, Charlie's departure marks the end of an era for BBC Radio Nottingham and Notts County. His contributions to the station and to the local football community will be greatly missed. Charlie's heartfelt words on Twitter have touched many fans and colleagues alike, and his legacy as a commentator will live on. Don’t forget to check out the Pride of Nottingham Twitter page and get involved - we love to see your interactions! Be sure to check out the latest activity across our site and join in with the discussions you feel like contributing to. We value your input!