When it's the close season I do miss the build up to each match including the pre match presser, the anticipation as the match gets closer & the discussions on social media.

A I mentioned in another thread, with work commitments reducing my attendance at matches, I would listen to the Radio build up & commentary in my Truck, in between deliveries, on a Saturday or Sunday

Apart from Notts I love all sport such as Cricket and Tennis & I follow Notts & England Cricket during the summer months.

As well as following Notts I follow Nottingham Panthers too, however the Magpies will always be my number one.

I’m one of those who sees the first two weeks as a return to real life. It’s nice to take a step back, but it soon starts to drag. Before you know it, you’re ten games into the season, wishing for a break.

That’s life as a football fan. I really can’t go without it for long. There’s plenty to do, but nothing matches the feeling of supporting a team.

On 13/06/2025 at 21:47, Michael D Pie. said:

I think all the staff, including players, should give it their ears. Reason, belief, motivation, what more could you want.

I hope they have, along with their mobile phones. They should take time to relax and unwind before training and pre-season begin, as it's a long season ahead. They don’t need to see us debating who should be in the starting XI or watching new signings being written off before they’ve even kicked a ball.

1 hour ago, DangerousSausage said:

If Doggerland were still somehow above water, our entire history would have been different. We'd quite possibly be writing this in a different language. It's fascinating how much we are influenced by geography.

probably german, as our shore lines played a big part in keeping hitler away from us and only attacking by air.

There must be some fascinating archaeology there that's all but impossible to obtain too.

11 hours ago, liampie said:

probably german, as our shore lines played a big part in keeping hitler away from us and only attacking by air.

True, having a land border would have made us much more vulnerable to the Nazis. But I was thinking further back than that. Would the Celts and the Anglo-Saxons still have come? Maybe the Britons would have ended up in France rather than Wales and Scotland, making France more Celtic? Maybe Charlemange's empire would have spread into Britain around the year 800? And if it had, would they have deterred the Vikings or would the Vikings have been more successful? Later on, perhaps England (if it even existed) would have expanded south or France north?

As perfect agricultural land in a temperate region ideally positioned to benefit from the Enlightenment, maybe Doggerland would have become an empire in its own right. It could have developed its own language and culture and been antagonistic towards Britain, spreading west. Maybe it could have started a world war. Or it could have been an extension to the Netherlands, strengthening that country's empire and making it Britain's chief rival.

It's amazing how much a tsunami off the coast of Norway could have influenced geopolitics!

Early Europeans were thought to have settled in the Doggerland area. It was mentioned at school that if the area were more accessible, it could reveal more about early humans.

I could see the potential, but I never rated him at Notts. He never really stood out, and I always thought he needed to build up his strength or add some muscle.

Maybe Carlisle don’t see him as the right fit for the National League, or perhaps Will doesn’t want to go back. If they had stayed in League Two, I think he would still be part of their squad.

@Robbie, probably both club and player deciding that the national league is not for him and carlisle might be hoping to return to the efl at their first try. i think will really does need to settle, but if he signed for an irish team. i think he will find it harder to claim up the english leagues. hes at the age where he needs to be a clubs main midfielder, but he is not. i do think hes a good player.

He was highly rated in Ireland, and his return to the English league should have gone better. I don’t know why he has gone out on loan, and I can’t speculate.

It might simply be that things didn’t work out.

I've never used WhatsApp, Discord, Telegram or similar Apps like Signal. I will look at & study the App & see what it entails. It could be useful if PON goes down in an emergency..

Yeah, I’ll take a look. I use Discord for some of the games I play, and I’m curious to see how the community grows on it. The site will always be my preferred place to connect.

It could be a great way to promote the site within a more centralised community. I’ll check it out.

A leader, tough tackler and a bit of grit. Someone who's played at a higher level and has the knowhow to get us up. Exactly the sort of signing we've needed in the middle since we got promoted.

As for the rehab, we've got a doctor now. Doctor David

I'm happy we are signing players who are strong leaders, I felt like we was missing that last year and now with mcgoldrick gone who I thought was one of the better leaders of the team it's good to see we are bringing in someone who might be able to help fill that role in the team.

I’m not too worried about his injury history, it looks like a solid signing for us. His future at the club will depend on how he performs, and I’m happy to give him a chance.

Hopefully, the club has brought in a player eager to contribute to success, rather than someone on a downward path. If Ollie Norburn gets going, he’ll be a key figure in pushing Notts forward and strengthening the squad.

Some members might not have experienced it; it depends on their tunnelling and where each connection reaches their global network.

I just did a quick Google, and no end of people are complaining about much longer times, so we're lucky.

I've disabled every resource so that an issue can be identified. Things should return to normal by the time everyone is back in the morning; the only way to rule out what could be causing the issue is to eliminate conflicts. 👍

Pride of Nottingham looks fantastic. I liked the previous design, but the newer look feels much more user-friendly. I’m really pleased with it.

Welcome aboard, @Miles3659! We appreciate you being here and look forward to seeing you around.

hello, @Miles3659. welcome to the pride of nottingham.

Hello, @Miles3659. Welcome to the PON community.

Imagine the egg on the faces of those who didn’t like Maynard even when he was doing well for us, and were calling for him to go after just one defeat, if Joao Alves ends up getting the job. 🤣

I only realised after a quick google search that there is another Joao Alves too. And he’s a Portuguese footballer who used to play for Benfica, Boavista and Portugal in the 70s & 80s. He’s managed a lot of teams too and at the ripe old age of 72 you can’t say he’s not experienced, imagine if the odds have been referring to him!

2 hours ago, menzinho said:

I only realised after a quick google search that there is another Joao Alves too. And he’s a Portuguese footballer who used to play for Benfica, Boavista and Portugal in the 70s & 80s. He’s managed a lot of teams too and at the ripe old age of 72 you can’t say he’s not experienced, imagine if the odds have been referring to him!

So if all else fails we could have a Joao Alves / Joao Alves dream team. No idea if it'd be any good, but we'd be a pub quiz question!

You would think the news would start rolling in by now. We've announced three games in Germany, Alfreton for the first team, and Basford likely for the reserves. The updates should flow naturally, yet somehow, what are the odds that by Friday at midnight, there’s still no word on the head coach appointment?

Have to say it.......completely underwhelmed......the treatment room will be having a very busy season again!!!!!!

You called it right, @gtownjohnno. I wasn’t expecting the club to make any more signings just yet.

i started the day as per usual, i fetched my mums weekly shopping and took it to her. i then spent a few hours helping to do things mum needed hep with, before i took my dad out to his favourite pub for carvery.

its been hot in spells, but the breeze and weather has been lovely.

happy fathers day to all the dads on pon!

12 hours ago, Piethagoram said:

@Fan of Big Tone Did the Titanic exhibition go down well?🙃

😂 Ha ha, I see what you did there @Piethagoram

It certainly is a beautiful building and the whole story once inside is quite emotive but very well put together respectfully.

I took my lot to see @super_ram, we had something to eat together and celebrated Father's Day with him. It was nice to get out; I think it's only the second time I have left the house since returning from my family's break on the East Coast. It was actually very pleasant out, and walking home felt lovely. No heat, a breeze, and just warmth. It was then that nice Jake turned to Cheeky and said, "I wish I could have walks in this type of weather more often," as he had been going out with some friends, and those days had been warm.

Aside from that, I have been trying to work on areas that need it, but certain parts I can't quite do yet. So I have been moving on to what can be done.

Lessons will be learned. Just put it down to experience.

considering bayern are a very, very good professional team i see no negatives in them losing by 10-0, as robbie said, its something to learn from. it will be a good experience for some of the auckland players.

i wish him well with his new role, it would be nice to see him doing well as an assistant. good luck to jon stead.

I always loved playing against John in the then Notts Thursday League, you could only just get a *** paper under his feet when he jumped for the ball, hence I beat him every time (6' 7" v 6' and half an inch). Good luck in all you do big lad, it was a pleasure to play on the same pitch.

I think it's a good decision and chance for Jon Stead; I have no doubt he can be a good coach. I wished his time here had ended better. He gave the impression that he was always annoyed and wanted to leave. I don't think being pals with Kevin Nolan helped, but good luck to him in his new role.

i always preferred to bike to places, but i am thankful that nottingham at least has a good public bus service which has good routes.

I can still remember the trolly buses. I suppose with the increased traffic they couldn't work well nowadays.

The trolley buses had stunning acceleration from a standing start, a bit like electric cars accelerating away from traffic lights turning green

14Dec85 Dean Yates unfairly dismissed at Millmoor, a Birch penalty , Rotherham win 1-0

It is now nearly 40 years ago, I can still picture it in my memory. I must be still seething!

do you miss it @BradtheMiller?

i do like your current ground tho.

Love the build up, a pint in the Trent Bridge Inn, love the pie & chips, love the anticipation, the pre match atmosphere.

All of that & it's a great day out too

I go straight to the game, so I only set off when it’s close to the ground opening. I do enjoy walking around the KOP, seeing who I know and checking if people have turned up for the match. There is a social side to the games that I like, but the football is always the main event, even if it’s not the prettiest.

i tend to go straight in and i time it before the queues start to form, only exception is if i am meeting up my dad and uncle. or at times with @TheSkipper or @CliftonMagpie. once inside i dont really mind how busy it gets, it feels like we are all behind the club the moment the game starts to build up.

welcome to pride of nottingham and the notts fan base @Aw Saint.

I think its a kit thing with puma being notoriously slow, but they tend to be worth the wait. Promotion would be nice!

3 hours ago, NiftyNick said:

welcome to pride of nottingham and the notts fan base @Aw Saint.

I think its a kit thing with puma being notoriously slow, but they tend to be worth the wait. Promotion would be nice!

Hoping the new kit is a belter. Will be buying it once it is out.

Hello, @Aw Saint. It's good to see someone from Scotland being bitten by the Notts bug, it's really brilliant to see your introduction. Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham from me.

Hello and welcome to PoN @Steve Harvey

hello, @Steve Harvey. its great to have you here. welcome to pon.

Hello, @Steve Harvey. Welcome to the community! If you get involved, and post you will find the Pride of Nottingham to be brilliant.

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

PS. There's a Bob I am familiar with who goes to most away games, who his group call him "Stringy". I don't suppose it is you? 👋

hello, @Stringy Bob. welcome to the pon community.

Hello, @Stringy Bob.

We already have a DangerousSausage, so why not a Stringy Bob? You wouldn't happen to be made out of cheese? 😉 Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham.

And a big ,warm PoN welcome to @cher1 , @Michaeltharvey and @canuckpie from me too.

Hello and welcome to each of you! It's great to see you. We hope you have a wonderful experience here on PON.

Hello, @cher1, @Michaeltharvey and @canuckpie.

Don't be shy, it's good to be welcoming three new members. Which of you will be the first to break the ice? Come on, spill the beans and welcome!

Welcome to PoN @Johnnykingofthepies

Hello, @Johnnykingofthepies.

Welcome to the Pride of Nottingham, you will find the site very useful but a top tip is to join in with your comments. Reading is fine, but its great to interact with people on here.

Hello, @Johnnykingofthepies.

Would you tell us a little about yourself, so we can all hail the king? At least let us know a little something. Welcome to the community!

2 hours ago, Sheffield Pie said:

In the 80s I stood on the wooden terrace at back of County Road, then after the ground was rebuilt, sat in Block Z. Then in the Kop when we got it back. Don't make it as often now but when I go I sit in the main stand, towards the Kop end. Looking back it's great that we have the Kop. Not sure who deserves the credit - was it the Trust?

I mean the credit for the Kop being for home fans, not for building the stand.

I take it you live in Sheffield based on your username. What year did you move there, if you don’t mind my asking? I live in Manchester, so I travel a lot through Sheffield and other places such as Leeds.

I have satin both the Family Stand and the Kop on occcasions in the past. Nowadays that myself and my youngest daughter have seasons tickets and go to the home games together, we sit in the Pavis nearthe half way line but just a little towards the kop end. We talk to the people around us and is interesting to sit near to the away team dug out to see and hear what's going on

I have sat in both the KOP and the Derek Pavis stands in recent years. Last season, I was in the Pavis, but this time, I’ve moved back to the KOP. I enjoy watching a match from the front, side-on view, but for this campaign, I want to be where the atmosphere is. Hopefully, by the end of the season, we’ll be celebrating promotion.

Wouldn't mind taking Livramento to the World Cup next summer. Him and Lewis Hall as left-backs

I wish I had more time because I prefer watching football where teams are encouraged to pass crisply and with purpose. Lee Carsley has done well taking over from Gareth Southgate and lets his team play great attacking football.

@Robbie, I think he was sabotaged by the media and the whole Royal Family situation. He would have been a good appointment, in my opinion, but at least he gets to continue with the U21s. The highlights of the game are a joy to watch too.

3 hours ago, Robbie said:

I was disappointed when Lee Carsley didn't get the senior England managers job. I thought his England under 21 sides are very entertaining, & he could have easily transitioned to the senior side.

I agree I think all we've done by getting a big-name coach in Tuchel is sky-rocket the expectation and that'll only increase the pressure to win even more. I feel we are going to be very disappointed after the World Cup next year...

As for the U21 Euros, I caught the end of the Slovakia Spain match earlier in the week that was good and then I watched the England match. I think their next match is on Sunday at 5pm, I'll probably watch that too.

I think for me Didzy's goal against Bradford that rescued a point for Notts at their place is the best goal, but he has scored quite a few spectacular goals for Notts.

I think his goal, which I believe was against Chesterfield, was a crucial strike. David McGoldrick has scored many classy goals, but the most enjoyable ones are the vital strikes that won us a game or earned a point, especially away from home.

Yeah no shortage of great goals there, but my favourite was the little chip against Gillingham. As for team goal, you don’t really see it but the goal against Forest Green was good, it was a really quick and well executed break I think Jodi ran half the length of pitch before picking him out.

I think the squad limit is 22, not counting keepers, loanees and U21s. That would put us on 17 right now? So not room for loads more. Could do with farming out a couple on season long loans again if that means they don't count towards the total.

Goalkeepers don’t count, @Sheffield Pie, so there’s not much space for many new arrivals. It’s best to focus on players who can help us score goals. I think Conor Grant should have a stronger season now that he’s settled, but signing an attacking midfielder feels essential.

Two number 10s would be my absolute top priorities given we’ve lost Didzy, Crowley and Whitaker. Grant is a bit of an enigma and Edwards just really struggled after his injury. It’s such a key position for how we play, unless we are going to set-up slightly differently we need some real quality here. In League 2 I think Jack Payne is probably the next best attacking midfielder, he would be great for us, but I can’t see that transfer happening.

I agree we need another centre back, back-up keeper and possibly another wingback too.

Didn't the Forest chairman protest about VAR and the offside rules? I don’t think all these changes help, but if they make things a little clearer, then it’s a good thing overall.

Let's go back to how Football was supposed to be. Controlled by a Referee & two Linesmen. Most of the time they get decisions right but they are only human.

VAR makes big mistakes & it has changed the game for the worse. Just get rid of it.

It’s clever that a team has found a way to train their players to beat the offside trap and ruling. At the same time, I don’t think it’s in the spirit of the game. It’s rare for a small club to make themselves heard, and the change does clarify the situation in the footnote of the offside law.