i cant say i really noticed but i do think he is looking a lot fitter, so hes probably just training hard in all departments. a strong body, should help keep him playing.

You certainly raise a few good points @Chris. I also noticed that in the photo stills of Jodi his shirt does seem to hang more loosely on him. And in reference to his last interview he did say he'd been hitting the Gym as I recall, however I just assumed that would be part of his daily training regime anyway. Jodi's start to the season as been excellent and if he continues in that vein expect a Lot of clubs, higher up the Football Pyramid come sniffing around the Lane come January. 

I’d say he’s a bit more toned now and has some definition, whereas before he just looked like a typical footballer. I don’t think it’s that much, though.

The start of his reign was poor, but anyone who believes it would have been different under Luke Williams is mistaken. I loved our time with Williams in charge of Notts. He spoke so well, but defensively he never had the solutions.

I don’t want to sound like I outright blame Williams. I am just trying to make the case and point that I doubt he would have managed to change the downward fall in performances our players took. Also, I doubt defensively much would have changed now. Williams clearly got on well with certain players and I think he had a sentimental approach to retaining players and who played.

Stuart Maynard deserves much of the praise for where we are now. I don’t see why anyone would have doubts. The squad hasn’t just turned it around. Neither is it solely down to the club’s recruitment. I hope more come on board and get behind Maynard. He’s working hard and the lads seem just as fired up now as they ever did under Williams.

Look, both coaches are good in their own right. Williams will be forever remembered as the man who restored our club’s pride and gave us an amazing season and a decent return to the EFL. But it’s Maynard’s time now. If you want the club to succeed and get back up the leagues, support him like you would the club. Keep the negative thoughts to a minimum until it’s valid. It never was last season, because the issue needed time and new players to turn around. We are seeing that now, I feel.

Well said @The Heff Good post.

The really annoying "fans" who are against Stuart Maynard will probably say it's still early days or only credit the squad. However, I think those who were unsure are now starting to come around, if they haven't already. I'm pleased for Maynard, he’s making the right decisions. Others have mentioned it before, but he’s learning professional football as he goes, and it’s good to see it paying off, especially when he could have easily been sacked.

@menzinho Dion Kelly Evans Bromley????

Devon Kelly-Evans didn’t play for them either. It’s easy to confuse teams or mistakenly think a player did.

Whoops! I've had a complete shocker, neither Brunt or Dion played for Bromley, you are right. I've confused them with Boreham Wood! Both from London, both start with B, both play the same style of football and both play in white! Come on guys, make yourselves a bit more unique, they merged into one team for me in the National League as far as I was concerned!

It’s all about the differences and how each striker understands the game. You have strikers like Lee Hughes, who knows where to be when play opens up, being a natural goalscorer who can read the game remarkably well. You have more traditional finishers, like Macaulay Langstaff, who puts hard work into his play, chasing every opportunity and pouncing on mistakes. Again, he has a good level of understanding of how the play might open up, and his positional play here at Notts was exceptional.

You have finishers like Alan Shearer, who can do everything and strike the ball from distance without relying so much on pace. I think what makes a good striker is being able to see how play will unfold, being in the right place at the right time, having natural finishing qualities, not being downhearted about missed chances, and having the ability to hold off the opposition to get an effort away. Pace is useful, but it’s all about the technical ability to move with the play and finish when presented with a chance.

a good striker needs to have a sharp eye for goal and read the game well. they must be quick on their feet with good ball control. positioning is key, knowing where to be to receive the ball and create chances. a good striker should have a powerful and accurate shot, able to finish with both feet and their head. they need to be strong to hold off defenders and have the stamina to keep pressing and making runs. teamwork is crucial, linking up well with midfielders and wingers. mental toughness is important, staying focused under pressure and having the confidence to take chances. overall, a good striker combines skill, physical ability, and a strong mentality to score goals.

I think you need to have hunger and self-drive. Missing chances can really affect your morale, but when you believe in yourself and understand that working hard will get you chances, it makes a big difference. The ability to finish, along with other important attributes, can really push you forward.

Technically, movement and positioning are two different aspects that often get mistaken for the same thing. You need to make good movements, but positioning is what can give you that extra yard advantage over defenders. Understanding the game’s flow is key to being successful. Sometimes, it just helps to have a knack for being in the right place.

I have seen players who had everything you would think they needed, yet barely made an impact as a striker.

Good morning it’s a nice start to the day here and the forecast is for some warm weather.

I’ve got a couple of hedges to cut I just hope it isn’t to painful for my bad arm because the hedge trimmer is heavy, I’d better do them before we go away though otherwise they’ll be more work when we get back.

The back lawn also needs a trim but I might leave that until tomorrow, I’m a bit achy after yesterdays run.

I hope everyone is having a great weekend.

Good Morning.

Good start to the morning but it's clouded over here & now raining. It looks set for a while too 

Was thinking about cutting the grass today, but that idea has gone for today.

Nice end to Saturday with the away win at Bromley.

Hope the Notts women can get a win over Mansfield Town Women today in the Notts senior cup.

Notts are a league tier above Mansfield so on paper Notts should get a win.

25 minutes ago, Chris said:

It's called full fat because it retains all of it, whereas semi-skimmed milk is around 1.5 to 1.

Whole milk doesn't taste right to me, I don't like it.

Your right Chris, whole milk is not whole milk at all. It has nearly all the cream taken out of it.

Skimmed milk is more like coloured water than milk.

I call it whole milk, but full fat doesn’t bother me. Some have too much time on their hands to find faults with words. Just let it pass because the message should be solely about it being healthy. Milk was never intended to be drunk by us, but we do, and the purpose it gave in the beginning has been replaced by other means. It was vital once upon a time; it no longer is, but it tastes great with cereals.

did anyone see the documentary that netflix put out awhile ago that made it seem like drinking mild was bad for us? i like semi skinned milk, whole milk is a bit nasty tasting.

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He played a former baseball player in one of my favourite family films; he was a great actor. Coming to America, where he plays a king, is a classic.

Rest in Peace, King Jaffe Joffer, Mr. Mertle, Terence Mann and legendary James Earl Jones. ❤️

its very sad, he was a good actor but had a good innings.  

rest in peace.

James Earl Jones is a big loss to the stage and screen. He will forever be known for his roles, and the news of his death is very saddening.

I have seen footage on the news, I also know someone who attended and the amount of people who attended - very befitting of Sven's goodbye.

The football community was truly united to bid farewell to Sven.

its very sad but i thought it was a good sending off, the write up reinforces that.

Sven had a very good send-off. I have also seen clips, and some very nice tributes were made to him.

I think it was only right that many of the England squad he managed turned up, but I don’t think the media should make a fuss about David Beckham attending. It was a funeral, and he was there to pay his respects.

@Chris

To be honest my friend when I was gone it just felt like I was asleep I felt incredibly happy, euphoric, there was No pain just a feeling of utter contentment. I didn't see anyone one of my family who had passed telling me to go back, nor did I feel I was floating looking down on my physical body, or anything which people who have the experience of dieing and then coming back. There was a Bright white light but that was probably the large lights reflecting on  white ceiling of the cubicle I was in, because my Son told me I had my eyes open.

What I don't remember is what the CPR Team did for me, if they got the paddles out or if they thumped me on the Chest to get my heart going again, I knew nothing of the physical world around me. From the time I collapsed till the time I came back seemed to me only mere seconds, one moment I was enjoying, what seemed to me a Wonderful Dream and the next there was this annoying Sod poking his finger into the side of my neck calling my name. Then I was back in the land of the living and all my senses came back to me and it was just like I'd woken up from some Fantastic Dream.

Frightening? Honestly No not for me at that time, however it was so much different for my Son. I wont record his feelings here. Now I don't know how I feel about the whole thing it was if it happened to somebody else, the only worry is sometimes I get a  slight side effect from one of the Drugs I'm taking and I think it's happening again, then I calm down and realize there are no other symptoms and my panic goes away.

I am sorry to read about your near-death experience, @Wheelbarrow repair man. You seem to have handled the situation well, but still take care of yourself. It can’t be good for the body, and you may still have some form of shock. I wish you well.

@allardyces tash

Thankyou for your kind words. They are most welcome as are all the Well Wishers from other PON Members.

from what i have seen i would choose

kasper, sheehan (dl), edwards (cb) thompson (cb), dumbuya (dr), j hughes (ml), bishop (dm) m palmer (cm) roberts (mr) l hughes (st) langstaff (st)

4-3-3 Formation

GK: Steve Cherry

RB: Steve Finnan
CB: Michael Johnson
CB: Shaun Murphy
LB: Ian Baraclough

CM: Gary Mills
CM: Phil Turner
CM: Neal Bishop

RW: Paul Heffernan
LW: Enzio Boldewijn
ST: Tony Hateley

I’ve tried to pick some players who aren’t the usual choices. I thought about their height, speed, and skills. This might not be the most logical or memorable group of players, but I believe they would win games if they were in their prime and playing for Notts County.

                                     GK
                         Kasper Schmicheal 

Steve Finnan Mike Edwards Gary Liddle Alan Sheehan

                           Ian Baraclough

    Phil Turner                                    Paul Devlin

Danny Allsopp    Lee Hughes    Gary McSwegan

Formation: 4-3-3

I really wanted to have three strikers, these are all players I have seen play for Notts.

To be fair to them Boreham Wood massively underachieved last season, I don’t think anyone would’ve predicted they’d get relegated especially after they were just minutes away from getting to a play-off final the season before ????

I wonder if Luke Garrard thought he would’ve got another job in the NL over the summer. He’s been at Boreham Wood for so long I kind of think a change wouldn’t have been a bad thing. Maybe he’s looked back on the relegation and wants to make up for it by getting them promoted again. It’ll be interesting to see how it turns out for him second time around.

It’s similar to Duncan Ferguson’s short-term appointment at FGR, where they sacked him and then re-hired him. It shows he cares about the club.

1 hour ago, menzinho said:

o be fair to them Boreham Wood massively underachieved last season, I don’t think anyone would’ve predicted they’d get relegated especially after they were just minutes away from getting to a play-off final the season before ????

I think realistically, they have always been a mid-table National League team.

Their success seemed a bit of an overachievement, but their relegation was them underperforming. I don't think they strengthened themselves all that well compared to other teams and ended up in very poor form. I wonder if their fans have any involvement with this? If they wanted him back, then it would make a bit more sense, but I can't imagine it was easy discussions at first.

I am happy, well more than happy. Delighted and over the moon doesn’t really do it. Jodi Jones’s extension gives us peace of mind. I would rather have players under contract than allowing them to wind down. Also, the fact he feels he has something to repay us for, despite all he has done, shows his quality off the pitch.

He could see out his contract, then review all the offers that come in. If a Championship team did, offering him a better payday, how do we compete with that? We have to get our better players extending their contracts where we can. I don’t care if we sell him at the end of this season, provided we have seen his magic and he’s helped us on the pitch. Sure, I would be sad to see him go, but it beats losing talent on a free.

You can’t underestimate the importance of this news, and you can’t downplay it either. He’s ours until a bid comes in, and the contract gives us more time. If he leaves during that time, it will be our decision. As for the positivity, just read or listen to what Jodi has said about his choice. If you ever needed proof that someone is committed to Notts, he’s the one. He wants to improve, but with us. We should be delighted. I wanted to jump around like a madman, but that’s not a good idea, so I just stuck to doing fist bumps! I understand some caution, but Macca is different. Jodi Jones reached the Championship with Coventry City, and without his injuries, I doubt they’d have let him go. Macca spent a long time in the National League, so you can’t blame him for wanting to test himself. Jodi had a short stint in the National League, and he knows League Two and League One well. He knows he’s happy here, it’s great news!

I am very saddened to read this thread. It’s sad to think that one day someone here might no longer be around. I might not be the most active or conversational, but I enjoy reading people’s comments. Please tell @AmericanPie I am thinking of him.

I am awfully sorry to read about AmericanPie. I have seen comments from him in the past but never knew him on a personal level. I don’t know anyone that well on PON, but I do think the community cares about each other. That should be reminded to him.

It’s horrible to read this, I am very sorry. Is he being well looked after? I don’t want to pry, but I hope he’s got the support needed. I do remember him being thankful for having his lovely neighbours. I wish him well. Thanks for updating us.

You could be right @MagpieLane but I do hope that the punishment does fit the crime if charges are proven.

For all those teams that were punished with fines & points deductions for just one charge, justice needs to be seen to be done. 

A clear message that no team is above the rules & regulations needs to be given, if Man City is found guilty of some or all of the charges.

Yawn. Do you honestly think the Premier Leagues Blue Eyed boys are really going to suffer Relegation? They'll just probably get a huge fine and a measly points deduction. I honestly Don't think  they'll get what they deserve, because it seems it's one rule for some Premier Teams and another rule for other teams.

You may be right @Wheelbarrow repair man but I do hope that if one, or some or all the charges are proved to be true, that justice is seemed to be done for the sake of football in this Country.

On 10/09/2024 at 22:07, NiftyNick said:

I don’t believe my eyes, it’s unbelievable, Jeff. ????

I think he’s still retired. I read that he has a speech problem that affects how he talks.

Chris Kamara: I woke up one morning and the connection between my brain and voice went | talkSPORT

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Chris Kamara has opened up about the morning he first experienced symptoms of a speech disorder which would later come to be diagnosed as apraxia.The

@NiftyNick thanks for sharing the link. It's such a tough disease that can strike anyone. It must have been tough for Chris because his speech & his ability to communicate was what makes him so popular as a football pundit & reporter.

There must be thousands of other people have to live with this disease too, & it's great that Chris is ensuring that people like myself know more about it through his documentary.

It's great to know that his condition has shown signs of improvement too. I wish him luck with his new book.

Silly, 3-0 up and you choose to do that. The referee had to act in the manner he did; it’s foolish.

I'm a bit narked that I got 8 points and still finished half way down! I'd have won some rounds with that last season.

@allardyces tash, I think adding the previous round's table would clutter it up too much, but it would be cool to show the players' positions from the previous week so we can see who's moving up and down. I'll see if I can find a way to do it over the next few weeks, no promises though.

The next round is coming up soon!

@DangerousSausage, could you add a column that shows it? It might be a wise idea to just put the previous position rather than the points previously scored.

After my past season this is very different ????

It's just excellent! There’s something truly special about being part of the Notts County family. The blend of old-school charm and new ideas at Meadow Lane creates a unique atmosphere that’s hard to find elsewhere. The stewards are friendly, and the fans genuinely care about each other. I remember my first game; I felt welcomed right away. It’s a place where generations come together, sharing stories and cheers. The nostalgia of the terraces mixed with the modern comforts makes every matchday a memorable experience. I hope the club continues to grow and thrive while keeping that community spirit alive.

its a good read, i like that people are seeing meadow lane as a good place to go. it shows floating and casual fans that there is more than just the football being played but the social side to it.

It’s a very good read, with excellent pictures of Meadow Lane. The recent match was brilliant! Seeing David McGoldrick score was a highlight, especially since he came through our youth system. It’s moments like these that remind you why you support this club. The crowd was electric, and the camaraderie among fans just made it all the more enjoyable. I can’t wait for the next game!

I agree @Chris Alex Bass talked about Stuart having faith in him.

Having the faith and confidence from any gaffer makes all the difference in the mentality of a player.

I think Aidan Stone still has something to offer Notts if given the chance.

Bear in mind there would be a brand new defensive unit in front of him now, if he had the chance to deputise for Bass.

One more thing. Managers rarely substitute Keepers for tactical reasons. 

Is it time that Clubs like Notts started to do that to give substitute keepers game time?

He’s a top keeper for sure. I don’t believe he’s of League Two standard, so if we do gain promotion whilst he’s at the club, I don’t think it would be a position we would need to replace. It’s good to have so much faith in the keeper, as I don’t worry when teams have chances against him. It has always been a nervous aspect in recent seasons to worry about conceding.

its good hes enjoying life at meadow lane and notts does seem like a good fit, he could still be at a team like afc wimbledon and being loaned out. hes now a notts player and we want him as much as he wants to be here. i love his attitude towards not conceding goals.

i dont know a lot about south american football either, but i do know colombia have some very good players. they have been doing well in recent years, so i am less surprised.

Uruguay have won the World Cup twice in 1930 & 1950.

I remember they were fancied in the 1966 World Cup in England.

Chile finished in third place in 1962.

Mexico reached the quarterfinals in 1986.

Peru reached the quarter finals in 1970 & 1978

Paraguay got to the quarter finals in 2010

Argentina & Brazil have dominated out of the South American sides the vast majority of the time.

Colombia are a good team, so I’m not surprised. Brazil are quite weak in defence now, as their best defenders are getting older.

Congrats @BromPie!

Thank you all for the kind congratulations. To be honest, I had no idea, and I’m just trying to enjoy what the site has to offer. I’m pleasantly surprised, so thanks again!

Well done, @BromPie. Good to see you reaching the milestone. Also, nice of @Robbie to have noticed.

Surely, they undergo thorough checks? I would assume the cricketer knew, so surely it would be a form of cheating? I am not sure how 12 points is a suitable punishment. Cricket is a weird sport, where cheaters don't seem to be held accountable like other sports do. I thought it was considered 'the gentleman's game', with a lot of sportsmanship? It seems lost these days.

As someone with zero interest in cricket, I hear and read so many unsporting things.

@Chris

I agree, Players should be checking their own equipment to ensure compliance.

There is a gauge that the bat has to pass through to ensure it's not over permitted width. 

Just a very small increase in thickness, just a millimetre or two, can make all the difference to a professional.

To be honest, the match should have been declared at least a draw with a further 8 points awarded to Notts, or even a win for Notts, with 16 points awarded or the match replayed.

it should have seen them penalised or to forfeit the game, if proven he knowingly cheated.