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shakermaker · 13-09-2014, 10:27

High points: Surviving in the Football League last season in spite of such a terrible start. The Middlesbrough victory. His commitment to community work, trying to improve non-playing standards and helping out with the transfer embargo last year. Erm... The suits?

Low points: The start of last season - Beattie wasn't ready for management and the club suffered, as far as I see it. The brand of football has been difficult to keep passionate about. Limited tactical impact. The media work which served as a conveyor belt of excuses and speeches containing absolutely zero inspiration for the following week.

As yet undecided: 2 year deals for players - unsure whether this is true progression or a shirt sighted hindrance for management of the playing budget. Also unsure on his ethos of constant positivity in the training camp. This can offer too much cushioning for players who really need a kick up the backside.

I appreciate a good amount of what James tried here, however I also believe his departure will ultimately be good for the club in the longer term.

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shakermaker God Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Manchester Posts: 6,522 Liked: 367 times Rep Power: 3486	Re: James Beattie Regime - High point - Low Point High points: Surviving in the Football League last season in spite of such a terrible start. The Middlesbrough victory. His commitment to community work, trying to improve non-playing standards and helping out with the transfer embargo last year. Erm... The suits? Low points: The start of last season - Beattie wasn't ready for management and the club suffered, as far as I see it. The brand of football has been difficult to keep passionate about. Limited tactical impact. The media work which served as a conveyor belt of excuses and speeches containing absolutely zero inspiration for the following week. As yet undecided: 2 year deals for players - unsure whether this is true progression or a shirt sighted hindrance for management of the playing budget. Also unsure on his ethos of constant positivity in the training camp. This can offer too much cushioning for players who really need a kick up the backside. I appreciate a good amount of what James tried here, however I also believe his departure will ultimately be good for the club in the longer term.