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I’m rather fond of it, but I shan’t be purchasing one. I might rue this decision as I usually buy one every season, but I’ve told myself I need to cut back. At my age, I tend to wear my favourite ones anyway, and I can put the money to better use on other club items. I must say, the design is rather splendid.

A grand number of tickets sold, I must say. I’m quite taken aback by the amount sold, and a steady number should be snapped up again by the time the season kicks off. As long as we stay near or exceed the numbers from previous seasons, we’re moving in the right direction.

Welcome to the PON community @Bertinez.

The new Notts home shirt is a sight for sore eyes. The black design, with a touch of white and faded stripes, is quite the spectacle. The club’s eco-friendly approach, using all recycled materials, warms my heart. It’s a joy to back a team that values our planet. Some might quibble over the sponsor’s colour, but all in all, this shirt is a triumph.

Connell's departure marks the end of an era. His contributions were good at the beginning of his time here, and he leaves a big hole to fill in terms of character.

Hello, @Up the Maggies. It's nice to read a bit about your background as a Notts fan. Welcome to PON.

Hello, and welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @BiggestPieInGlasgow. Were you born in Nottingham or did you grow up supporting Notts in Scotland?

I plan to stay out of the sun, unless the weather changes again. It’s been quite hot, a bit too much for me to venture outside, but it’s been pleasant to have some warm days. One can enjoy the garden while staying in the shade to avoid the sun.

It should be an interesting match. It will be intriguing to see how the two teams stack up against each other a season later. If anything, it’s going to be a game from which we can learn valuable lessons.

Kane Hemmings is a superb player. I usually get anxious about seeing players return, but I think Hemmings might find it more challenging to score against us this season.

Good players have always come and gone at Notts, but the fans are a constant. I understand that Macaulay Langstaff is a fan favourite, but that doesn’t necessarily mean a bid would be accepted. Even if a bid is accepted, terms still need to be negotiated. I have faith in the process and hope he stays with us.

Really pleased with the signing of Rod McDonald. His background speaks volumes, having played for such diverse teams and bringing a wealth of experience. Notts County clearly sees the value he adds, not just defensively but also as a leader. His involvement in two promotions and being named Player of the Season for Crewe underscores his calibre. Eager to see how his presence will elevate our performance this season.

The drainage system at Meadow Lane was indeed a significant issue, and it’s fantastic to hear that this has been addressed! The team at Notts County deserves a hearty round of applause for their diligent work in rectifying this problem. The improvement in the drainage system will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the quality of the pitch, ensuring that games can go ahead even in adverse weather conditions. Speaking of the pitch, it’s worth noting just how impressive it looks now. The lush, green lawn is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the ground staff. Watching Notts play on such a magnificent pitch will undoubtedly be a fantastic experience. We can look forward to some exciting, high-quality football from Notts County this season on our beautiful new pitch at Meadow Lane.

The drainage system at Meadow Lane was indeed a significant issue. It's fantastic to hear that this has been addressed! The team at Notts County deserves a hearty round of applause for their diligent work in rectifying this problem. The improvement in the drainage system will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the quality of the pitch. A well-drained pitch is crucial for maintaining the health and appearance of the grass, and it also ensures that games can go ahead even in adverse weather conditions. Speaking of the pitch, it's worth noting just how impressive it looks now. The lush, green lawn is down to the hard work and dedication of the ground staff. It's clear that they've put in a tremendous amount of effort to ensure the pitch is in top condition. Watching Notts play on such a magnificent pitch will undoubtedly be a fantastic experience. The quality of the pitch can significantly influence the flow of the game, and with the pitch in such excellent condition, we can look forward to some exciting, high-quality football from Notts County this season. So, here's to many memorable matches on our beautiful new pitch at Meadow Lane.

I’m fairly confident in our capability against Crewe, I don’t wish to belittle them but I’m anticipating a very standard and routine game. If we can perform well in the first half, we might see a stronger squad in the second half and an overall good performance for the full 90 minutes. I don’t foresee Crewe to be easy opponents, but I do believe we won’t find them as challenging as some suggest.

Indeed, but I agree with @Fozzy the demands for enhancements to the match officials. They need to undergo more training and elevate the overall standard. How some of them manage to maintain their professional referee status in football baffles me.

I believe Alassana Jatta is a suitable choice, we do require height and until he’s given a chance, we simply can’t predict how he’ll adapt to our system. I envision him as a potential replacement for David McGoldrick when he becomes fatigued. I’m pleased that he’s finally joined Notts, will we witness him in action on Saturday?

Callum McGregor and Jqack Grealish were gems, weren't they? I wish loan deals always worked out like theirs. It's hit or miss, but those hits can be game-changers for us.

It's been pleasant having the weekend free. I've been tidying up and organizing my shed, which got a bit battered in the recent storms. After that, I've simply been watching a channel called Talking Pictures, taking a trip into a bygone era. I expect tomorrow won't be any different. I can't wait for it to warm up so I feel more motivated to take a walk, go fishing, and so on.

The defending was really poor yesterday, and it's been a growing issue. It felt inevitable that we'd face scoring challenges since we can't just outscore every team at this level with our tendency to concede goals easily. I usually stay for the entire game, but I left around the 75th minute. Losing is fine, but we didn't seem likely to score a second goal. I preferred leaving early to head home rather than freezing further watching that. It's not Stuart Maynard; the players aren't learning from repeated mistakes. Let's look ahead to the next game and hope for improvement.

These matches could determine where we might or should end up at the season’s close, though they’re less indicative of what to expect from Stuart Maynard. Newport and Crewe should be simpler games, but being away from home raises questions. Mansfield, Gillingham, and Wrexham are all challenging. If we can secure 4 to 5 points from these games, I’d be very pleased. If we can avoid defeat against Mansfield and perhaps spring a surprise, who knows what could happen?

Some supporters will always have doubts about any manager, no matter their background, but Stuart Maynard seems to have a certain quality. He appears more promising than Luke Williams, whose track record was hardly noticeable before he arrived here, and yet he did amazing things. We need to reignite that spark in our play and secure some important victories. The Mansfield match is crucial for this reason. If we can succeed there, it will boost support for Maynard. Given the points Mansfield has been losing recently, I think we have a good chance of upsetting them.

I’m not a fan of VAR, I believe it spoils the game and highlights the inadequacy of officials. It’s not a positive promotion for football, but it’s preferable that the right decisions are made as it reveals how often things are overlooked. It’s just the use of VAR, I don’t reckon it’s something that can be sorted without training.

I don’t put much stock in the players doing well, it’s pleasant to hear but anything can occur. I’m more eager to see when the players are ready to play. Will Randall’s signing has been quite odd given his frequent absences.

Yes, a splendid bit of history kept alive. I’m grateful for such tweets, they’re good to read. I enjoy this part of Twitter, supporters chatting about Notts and reminiscing.