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Tin Monkey · 20-09-2013, 08:09

There's no easy way out of this. We've had enough seasons in the League to build a bigger fan-base, but instead of growing it's actually declined.

Looking at the overall picture at the moment [how the club operates, income, fan-base, etc], Conference North with a part-time playing staff is the best we can hope for.

The club has been at an unsustainable level for too long, often propped up by generous 'investors' and 'hopeful financial policies'. Having the club in the hands of the fans is a noble gesture, but only if it's done properly and the right skill set is in place. Otherwise it's a recipe for disaster.

I'd like to see the club see out this season and not resign again from the League, then look to step down to a level that is sustainable for the long term.

20-09-2013, 08:09	#14
Tin Monkey Senior Member+ Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: West Yorkshire Posts: 4,769 Liked: 160 times Rep Power: 1140	Re: Stanley to close within months ... There's no easy way out of this. We've had enough seasons in the League to build a bigger fan-base, but instead of growing it's actually declined. Looking at the overall picture at the moment [how the club operates, income, fan-base, etc], Conference North with a part-time playing staff is the best we can hope for. The club has been at an unsustainable level for too long, often propped up by generous 'investors' and 'hopeful financial policies'. Having the club in the hands of the fans is a noble gesture, but only if it's done properly and the right skill set is in place. Otherwise it's a recipe for disaster. I'd like to see the club see out this season and not resign again from the League, then look to step down to a level that is sustainable for the long term. __________________ T.M.