TheSkipper

Spending the past few seasons meeting up with @liampie and @CliftonMagpie has been enjoyable, especially as Liam has expressed a desire to attend more away games. I started going with my family when I was younger, but my parents do not often go now. When they do, they usually sit in the Pavis or enjoy hospitality. I much prefer the Kop and being surrounded by the lively part of the stand.

I'm curious about how often he attends games. I believe Louis Macari is a very promising player who has performed well so far. It is still early days, but he appears composed enough to secure the third centre-back position as his own.

It must have been thrilling to witness this achievement. I believed that Macaulay Langstaff would be the one to score over 100 goals, perhaps even breaking Les Bradd’s all-time record. @Fan of Big Tone Pride of Nottingham - Notts County Community WWW.FACEBOOK.COM On this day, in 1971, Tony Hateley surpassed Jackie Sewell as Notts County’s leading scorer with his 105th goal in a 2-1 defeat to Bolton Wanderers. The 1971/72 season was Hateley’s last at Meadow...

Swindon Town have three very good loan players on their books, all three of them should become vital parts in their progress for this season. They are a team that can have slow starts, but it doesn't change the fact that every game is different, and they will try to be a very organised team at home. I think the game will be quite even in the first half, as players tire and subs are made, that is when I think the game will become more lively.

I have voted and I voted for Dan Crowley. Before I talk about why I chose Crowley, I would like to say that Jodi Jones and Alassana Jatta also deserve to be in the running. Both have been a big part of our team in August. Jatta has scored in the league and in the League Cup. Jodi has been incredible when we needed a push. He helped us get the draw we deserved against Fleetwood. I chose Crowley because I think he has been in better form.

It's time to vote for the Pride of Nottingham's Player of the Season. We have narrowed down the choices. This is not my choice, but it is in line with the Facebook group, which will also count votes. Twitter will count votes soon. Feel free to explain your decision. Tell us why you chose that player.

Honestly, I think his time as the England manager is overlooked because of the 'Golden Generation'. But he was not a bad manager. His time at Leicester City and Manchester City were two exciting periods of his career. It shocked the footballing world when he came to Meadow Lane. People said he was only there for the money, but he insisted he saw us as an ambitious project. He proved them wrong by leaving and not asking for his wages. He deserves a lot of respect for that. He was a very kind person.

His football career was truly remarkable, he was a natural goal scorer. Since our record-breaking season and promotion from the National League, I’ve read quite a bit about him. His talent and contributions to football should be honoured and remembered. This is an excellent read that highlights his life. Tom Keetley is a true Notts legend, deserving of recognition. It’s a shame it took Macaulay Langstaff to bring him back into the spotlight, but at least his grave is no longer unmarked. His headstone will now ensure he is remembered.

I would be more concerned if we weren't showing signs of improvements, and whilst Grimsby is just one game. If this type of form continues, then it would be an advantage to Notts. I don't see either leaving before this transfer window closes, I don't see Notts accepting a bid as enough. It could lead to lower offers in January. If any developments occur, Notts could once again reject or request a higher fee. Football, however, can be unpredictable, and I will be happier when the window closes. Just keep in mind that offers can be agreed outside the transfer window, so it wouldn't be complete comfort once it does close. It just means the next window sees the deal become official. If our form can continue, both Dan Crowley and Jodi Jones see that the club is moving forward. They might agree to extend their stay, I think Jones might be tempted to do this for a year. Crowley is a bit more difficult to speculate about.

I've observed that Alex Bass consistently calls out for Alassana Jatta to aid in defending corners. His height and speed are two areas which give us an advantage, but his ball control and ability to hold up play is outstanding. He's a good finisher too. No doubt the best striker we have at the club, but I do agree with comments about playing Cedwyn Scott as a striker too. Jatta will get goals, because he's well above the level of League Two, and he fits our system incredibly well.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, @Medz59. We are pleased to have you amongst our community, feel free to tell us something about yourself.

Go on Magpies, you can do it! Loughborough Lightning beat Lincoln City 6-0 in the first game, so it could be a tough game for our women's team. COYP!!

He has to be very unfortunate or have something that is causing him to be prone to ACL injuries. The move to Burton would have been good had this not happened, when he signed for them, I did feel surprised that they did with his injury last season. Where this leaves him now, I wouldn't want to suggest, but it's hard to see how you can come back stronger and remain with a team at that level. I sincerely hope it doesn't impact his career, but it's unfortunate to be part of football.

It's a nice story, which I hope works out for him because it could be a dream job. I was torn between working in football or general journalism, before I had my heart set on attending Leeds University. I thought that it could be fun working in football, I decided against it because I wanted to still be able to watch Notts. So, the lure of working within football is understandable.

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.

Not all Londoners are unfriendly, but I have noticed when I walk in the street most people have their heads down or are listening to music via headphones or earphones. It's not always related to being unsocial, but it is nicer to be able to say hello and be nice with people. The sketch is very funny, I wouldn't be able to keep a straight face.

@liampie: Here’s a breakdown for you, mate. Ketan Makwana was announced as the new majority shareholder of Caley Thistle, but the deal collapsed at the last moment. Seventy7Ventures, led by Makwana, had a £2.5m offer to purchase over 50% of the club’s shares, which was initially accepted by the board. Former chief executive Scot Gardiner endorsed the deal, but negotiations were suspended three weeks later, and Gardiner left the club. People who previously dealt with Makwana describe him as a "fantasist" prone to exaggeration, who never delivered on his promises. Makwana previously attempted to take over Hayes and Yeading United, but negotiations fell through as he did not fulfil his commitments. He also promised investments in Krafty Entertainment but failed to provide the funds. Makwana made several dubious claims, including working as a special adviser to former Prime Minister David Cameron and contributing to Forbes, neither of which could be verified. His vision for Caley Thistle included "ambitious projects" like a hotel, Esports Arena, and a fan park, but experts warned it was unrealistic and raised multiple red flags. The situation surrounding Ketan Makwana's failed takeover of Caley Thistle underscores significant concerns about the club's leadership and due diligence processes. Makwana, initially set to become the majority shareholder, has been criticised by former associates as someone prone to grandiose promises without delivering results. His history of failed ventures, including attempted takeovers of other football clubs and unfulfilled investment promises in ventures like Krafty Entertainment, paints a picture of a man more inclined to talk than to act. Furthermore, his claims of having served as a special adviser to former Prime Minister David Cameron and contributing to Forbes magazine were found to be unsubstantiated, raising further doubts about his credibility. Despite the ambitious vision he proposed for Caley Thistle, including developments like a hotel, Esports Arena, and a fan park, experts in football finance have warned that such plans are often unrealistic and carry numerous red flags, particularly with the involvement of cryptocurrency. The abrupt collapse of the deal and the subsequent departure of the club's chief executive, Scot Gardiner, highlight the precarious financial position Caley Thistle found themselves in, especially after facing significant financial setbacks. The fact that the club came so close to handing over control to someone with such a questionable track record reflects deeper issues within its management. Supporters are now understandably concerned and demanding answers about how this situation was allowed to develop. In the end, while the club may have narrowly avoided a potentially disastrous takeover, this episode serves as a stark reminder of the importance of thorough vetting and the risks associated with being seduced by overly ambitious promises. The future of Caley Thistle now depends on finding a more reliable and transparent path forward.

I think with more performances like this, the players could make us believe we can challenge for promotion. It would be good to keep this form, especially against other promotion candidates. We should aim for the best possible run to move up the table. Credit to Stuart Maynard, he praises the team and shows a lot of potential.

It does sound like it's a bit ***-for-tat to be honest. I have read some things and with my work place having covered the story, to me, it seems more like someone from the BBC wanted to rid of Jermaine Jenas. Although he has confessed to sending inappropriate texts, he maintains that none of them were illegal. This doesn't mean he was in the right to send the texts and I have heard rumours of him being flirty.

Welcome @Andystarscream, I am pleased to be saying hello to you. I hope you enjoy PON.

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The tempo Notts set was very high, with the chance creation and general play being very exciting to watch. Grimsby were poor in defending, but looked quite comfortable going forward. They reminded me of Notts against Tranmere, so I do think we defended better. Their goal was frustrating at the time, as it could have been a clean sheet, but it's all positives at the end of the day. I went home happy and encouraged, I can see players working well together. It would be good to see this continue, I hope it does start to become a consistent part of our game.

When players click together, it can boost everyone’s performance. While people are talking about Jodi Jones and Dan Crowley, there’s another solid player who deserves attention. Curtis Edwards has the ability to do everything needed to make others thrive, gliding around the pitch effortlessly. I thought he played very well. He has the qualities we’ve been looking for in our midfield. He’s a mix of several players but brings his own style from playing overseas. I can see our midfield being just as strong as our defence.

It’s always great to see the photos you take at games, @Chris. Some of the photos are excellent, and I’m sure other fans appreciate them too. It was an action-packed game, so you are giving those who featured something extra to remember the game by. Great gallery!

Allowing the subscribers to be the judges should help make sure that the right people are rewarded. I am pleased to see this. The artwork is incredible, such a talent there! I think fans will love the prints. A lot of effort must go into them, and if some fans get acknowledged for their support, then I think it’s a very kind gesture. I also agree with what @True Magpie said. Well done to him and @Chris.