JIMBO

[MFC-Manc]

A stand named after him would be more appropriate. Statue is a no for me.

[redrobo]

The JB Stadium would be a fitting tribute ASSUMING that JB and Co decided to opt for a new challenge elsewhere.

[HALMA 1983]

but it's time for Jim and ourselves to open a new chapter as much as it hurts all parties. JB deserves our respect and thanks. I often don't agree with his tactics but that's football but everything he has done has been in the best interest of the club that has and will always be his first love...with Everton a close second.

This is an example of how the man should be treated and fair play Neil.

[glagys]

So if Jim was to go down the coast, who would he take with him backroom and player wise ??
I think most of the players will fit in dropping a league,
and that's where the problem is
how many of these players would walk straight into another league 2 team, ??
Only Sam and Lewis and O'Sullivan and brewitt from the regulars
Any others ??

[MFC-Manc]

The JB Stadium would be a fitting tribute ASSUMING that JB and Co decided to opt for a new challenge elsewhere.

Don’t think it’s a rumour or an assumption anymore.....

[redrobo]

Whatever happens come the end of this season a nucleus of a squad is already in place with the club giving 2 year deals to a good number unless some have a get out clause should we be relegated.

However it's doubtful that any playing budget will see a major influx of money despite whoever takes over and therefore I would anticipate that at least one major earner could well move on or even retire and that could be Baz who only has a 12 month contract.

It may have been in JB's thinking when he awarded Mark a 2 year deal but only the 1 for Baz that any money saved in Baz's wage could go towards financing at least one quality midfielder going forward.

[Westgate Wanderer]

More important things to be done at the club before a statue is built!

[HALMA 1983]

More important things to be done at the club before a statue is built!

This has nothing to do with the clubs finances, this was a fan based suggestion, with the proceeds 'rounded up' by those who think it would be fitting and proper to do so.

Don't worry, I won't put you down as a contributor

[paschahound]

Just read through this thread with absolute horror and shock. Some really shocking posts.
I'll just say 'Thanks' to OLDHAMADE, redrobo and Keith for some serious common sense and balance.

[Westgate Wanderer]

More important things to be done at the club before a statue is built!

This has nothing to do with the clubs finances, this was a fan based suggestion, with the proceeds 'rounded up' by those who think it would be fitting and proper to do so.

Don't worry, I won't put you down as a contributor

Cheers! Was going to chuck a quid in for a Scholes statue for you

[HALMA 1983]

Just read through this thread with absolute horror and shock. Some really shocking posts.
I'll just say 'Thanks' to OLDHAMADE, redrobo and Keith for some serious common sense and balance.

MPH is also worthy of mention, his contributions have been balanced from the off.

[BoroRedShrimp]

I remember your unwavering support for Paul Scholes when he got the Oldham job. Don't come on here giving it the holier than thou routine.

I don't need your permission to say anything and I've no doubts been in Morecambe longer than yourself to make an opinion,
You're correct, that I had more than a little excitement at the prospect of one of the best midfielders in the game becoming manager but as was proved on that cold Tuesday night at Boundary park, he was out thought by a better manager of a smaller club, punching well above its weight, with far less at his disposal.

The reality is, you have a man who is Morecambe through and through, done more than was realistically possible and will be remembered long after you and your bunch of merry men have turned to dust.
Time you started to enjoy your life more, it's shorter than you think!

Hang on Oldham are in the same boat as us. You had players who were through and through like Andy Ritchie & Frankie Bunn who got you two semi finals of the littlewoods cup and FA cup. Andy Ritchie is from Shaw, Oldham or was. Paul.Scholes & Frankie Bunn didn't even last five minutes before they left or got sacked & again a supporter of the club and a local person. Why aren't they remembered like any other manager up and down the country.

[HALMA 1983]

I remember your unwavering support for Paul Scholes when he got the Oldham job. Don't come on here giving it the holier than thou routine.

I don't need your permission to say anything and I've no doubts been in Morecambe longer than yourself to make an opinion,
You're correct, that I had more than a little excitement at the prospect of one of the best midfielders in the game becoming manager but as was proved on that cold Tuesday night at Boundary park, he was out thought by a better manager of a smaller club, punching well above its weight, with far less at his disposal.

The reality is, you have a man who is Morecambe through and through, done more than was realistically possible and will be remembered long after you and your bunch of merry men have turned to dust.
Time you started to enjoy your life more, it's shorter than you think!

Hang on Oldham are in the same boat as us. You had players who were through and through like Andy Ritchie & Frankie Bunn who.got you two semi finals of the littlewoods cup and FA cup. Andy Ritchie is from Shaw, Oldham or was. Paul.Scholes & Frankie Bunn didn't even last five minutes before they left or got sacked & again a supporter of the club and a local person. Why aren't they remembered like any other manager up and down the country.

It depends on how far you want to take it, I thought Ritchie was fantastic but he wasn't my all time hero, Bunn was doing a great job when he came to the Globe and went away with a 0-2.
But unlike Jim, who has not only been a massive part of this clubs rise to where it is now, he has always been there off the field aswell,
No good your idols being on pedestals and here at Morecambe, you've been spoilt over the years by being able to mix in their company and share what it really means 'being a part of it'

At Christie this was more prevalent than after the move to the Globe and if the club is to come together more, this again needs to be at the heart of the community.

[BerlinWaller]

I remember your unwavering support for Paul Scholes when he got the Oldham job. Don't come on here giving it the holier than thou routine.

I don't need your permission to say anything and I've no doubts been in Morecambe longer than yourself to make an opinion,
You're correct, that I had more than a little excitement at the prospect of one of the best midfielders in the game becoming manager but as was proved on that cold Tuesday night at Boundary park, he was out thought by a better manager of a smaller club, punching well above its weight, with far less at his disposal.

The reality is, you have a man who is Morecambe through and through, done more than was realistically possible and will be remembered long after you and your bunch of merry men have turned to dust.
Time you started to enjoy your life more, it's shorter than you think!

Hang on Oldham are in the same boat as us. You had players who were through and through like Andy Ritchie & Frankie Bunn who.got you two semi finals of the littlewoods cup and FA cup. Andy Ritchie is from Shaw, Oldham or was. Paul.Scholes & Frankie Bunn didn't even last five minutes before they left or got sacked & again a supporter of the club and a local person. Why aren't they remembered like any other manager up and down the country.

It depends on how far you want to take it, I thought Ritchie was fantastic but he wasn't my all time hero, Bunn was doing a great job when he came to the Globe and went away with a 0-2.
But unlike Jim, who has not only been a massive part of this clubs rise to where it is now, he has always been there off the field aswell,
No good your idols being on pedestals and here at Morecambe, you've been spoilt over the years by being able to mix in their company and share what it really means 'being a part of it'

At Christie this was more prevalent than after the move to the Globe and if the club is to come together more, this again needs to be at the heart of the community.[/quote]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club. I support Morecambe FC when Jim has gone like i did before he came to the club. Seen many heroes come and go, Jim is no different. The very dramatic tone to your posts is comical. Remember, if people like me stop PAYING in to games, buying shirts etc, the club will be in a lot more strife than it is losing Jim who has chosen to sign for another club l.

[Slanester]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club.

In all that is being said, claimed, counter claimed, shouted, discussed, bull sh!ted etc.etc. That statement is 100% correct, for any team, in any league.

If our current manager does move on, then he gets a massive wish of success and thanks from me. Not because he is called Jim Bentley, but for what I feel he has done for MFC.
Whoever replaces him, will receive the same from me and mine, with full passion to see MFC be as successful as possible.
I really, really hope, that those calling for him to be sacked, leave etc, however they choose to dress it, prove to be the words of wisdom. If they don’t, which I think time will prove, then at least, get back on the terraces in the conference, whatever, and support your team through thick and thin.

[HALMA 1983]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club. I support Morecambe FC when Jim has gone like i did before he came to the club. Seen many heroes come and go, Jim is no different. The very dramatic tone to your posts is comical. Remember, if people like me stop PAYING in to games, buying shirts etc, the club will be in a lot more strife than it is losing Jim who has chosen to sign for another club l.

I think the club would miss Jim, far more than anything you bring to the table
They certainly wouldn't miss your constant, grating, negative demeanour

[BerlinWaller]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club.

In all that is being said, claimed, counter claimed, shouted, discussed, bull sh!ted etc.etc. That statement is 100% correct, for any team, in any league.

If our current manager does move on, then he gets a massive wish of success and thanks from me. Not because he is called Jim Bentley, but for what I feel he has done for MFC.
Whoever replaces him, will receive the same from me and mine, with full passion to see MFC be as successful as possible.
I really, really hope, that those calling for him to be sacked, leave etc, however they choose to dress it, prove to be the words of wisdom. If they don’t, which I think time will prove, then at least, get back on the terraces in the conference, whatever, and support your team through thick and thin.

Jim isn't leaving because he has been criticised by fans. He is going because presumably he has applied and been interviewed for another job. Totally his call.

[BerlinWaller]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club. I support Morecambe FC when Jim has gone like i did before he came to the club. Seen many heroes come and go, Jim is no different. The very dramatic tone to your posts is comical. Remember, if people like me stop PAYING in to games, buying shirts etc, the club will be in a lot more strife than it is losing Jim who has chosen to sign for another club l.

I think the club would miss Jim, far more than anything you bring to the table
They certainly wouldn't miss your constant, grating, negative demeanour

I try to avoid dropping to your personal snipes but you are very insistent on using them in your posts. Like I said, your holier than thou attitude stinks of hypocrisy. You should stick to "supporting" Oldham, I am sure their forum members will enjoy being told how to support a club as people on here do.

[Slanester]

Nobody is ever bigger than a football club.

In all that is being said, claimed, counter claimed, shouted, discussed, bull sh!ted etc.etc. That statement is 100% correct, for any team, in any league.

If our current manager does move on, then he gets a massive wish of success and thanks from me. Not because he is called Jim Bentley, but for what I feel he has done for MFC.
Whoever replaces him, will receive the same from me and mine, with full passion to see MFC be as successful as possible.
I really, really hope, that those calling for him to be sacked, leave etc, however they choose to dress it, prove to be the words of wisdom. If they don’t, which I think time will prove, then at least, get back on the terraces in the conference, whatever, and support your team through thick and thin.

Jim isn't leaving because he has been criticised by fans. He is going because presumably he has applied and been interviewed for another job. Totally his call.

Fair point, but not sure that my post makes any reference to him leaving due to fan criticism.

[Moose]

You seem to talk and class him as someone who has been doing the job he has been PAID to do for charity!? Who wouldn't have done what he has done in that position? Good old Jim, Morecambe legend... It was his paid job! I really can't understand why so many of you can't understand why so many people like myself stopped coming! A statue? I'm obviously on a different wave length to what you have been supposedly enjoying. Again, don't mind losing if I watch a team having a go. I watched too many games where we looked like we couldn't even be arsed being on the pitch.
Anything is better than what we have been served up this last few seasons, the players need a massive kick up the arse and to start worrying about their positions from someone they don't know. The after match interviews from Jim - he just passed the blame! Not my fault, but I'll take my paycheck thanks.
Again, a statue? what about the lads that got us into this league? Deffo Tommo! Twissy! Perkins!... obviously could go on...
Why single out Jim for a statue? He has just been doing (or trying) to do the job he has been PAID to do. It's not loyalty, it's a well paid job!! Beggars belief how you guys on here see what the rest of us don't.
Play some fresh young lads from the youth team, give them some experience - a new direction, new ideas, new tactics... might as well, nothing to bloody lose now.

[thedoc]

The man deserves better and we'll leave it there.

Amen to that.

[Moose]

I said 'us' as in the depleted crowds attending. It's not just my personal opinion.
I wish Jim all the best, it's nothing personal, but enough is enough. (It was two years ago).
But why wouldn't he sign a new contract on that sort of money from a Club with no ambition?...

[Moose]

The Club chose the easiest option by renewing his contract.
It was already crap, crowds were down, people like myself had stopped bothering, football was boring, I don't care what any of you say, it was not all down to money.
My problem is with people saying wow! How well has he done!
Well how does anyone know how better anyone also could have done!?
This might stink to a lot of you, but Jim gets paid (a shit load more than you and myself) to do a job.
No loyalty - it's his wage.
Please explain where loyalty comes into it if he is about to walk away?
I don't blame Jim, I blame the Club.

[paschahound]

It was already crap, crowds were down, people like myself had stopped bothering, football was boring,

Mmm.. Did you enjoy those days at home against teams like Goole when we lost 1-3, or perhaps when we lost 1-4 at home to Lancaster, or maybe that 3-0 home defeat against Matlock...or even, in a slightly later, better era, that 0-3 home loss to Oswestry?
Did you love those FA Cup First Qual rounds (ok Esh Winning was fun), and all those games just to qualify for the first round of the Trophy? Well, I did actually, and crowds were in the 200's as it was our home club and our passion.
So why did you 'stop bothering' given our earlier history? Why did you 'stop bothering' when we had moved from crowds in the 200's to the thousands? Why did you 'stop bothering' when we moved from a cup of hot Bovril at half time to a reasonable pint with a fabulous pie?
Why has football been 'crap' since we have played against fourth tier teams, but not against teams like Netherfield, Great Harwood and South Liverpool?
I honestly don't get it...really, I don't.
Come on, widen your perspective and look how far we have come.

[Freez]

And crowds are up, they were last season too!!
If it happens, with a new boss, will the crowds come flooding back?
We shall see.