Didn’t this happen last time and then he had a change of heart and signed?

No

Sorry to see Ryan go as he’s a good squad player, even though I personally feel Gaskell is the more talented player if he’s fit and motivated but it’s a big if!

I can’t help feeling that Willie is gonna pay the price for decisions made by his predecessor. Money permitting there was deffo room for both these guys in the squad.

I don't understand what you mean?
What did Chester do that affected Rocky's position?

Only so much money this year which looks like it’s being spent on Gaskell, another utility back. But basically these are Chesters signings but it’s Willie that’s holding the reins now.

In fairness Willie went through the selection process and knows the budget for the squad. He didn't have to apply for the job.

I wouldn't rule out some more movement on the signings front.

Can't help thinking this is a mistake that may well come back to haunt us. Thanks Ryan and good luck wherever your career might take you next.

Spot on Cheshirecat to let Hampshire go and bring in Gaskell is bad business, We have weakened the team big time + most players brought in by the X coach Yet if things go pear shaped it will be W P who takes the flack you could not make it up .The only hope is he gets the same amount of work rate that he got from them last year when he took over .Which was far more than the x coach

But you said there was room for both? That's what I didn't understand.

I'm still not sure Gaskell is the reason Hampshire isn't staying.

The bottom line it is a false economy we lose another and I look forward to our next signing because currently we are not exactly igniting the enthusiasm of supporters with the exception of a few on here. I am being negative because we are currently approaching the season with less players plus several who may not be fit for the start. I suppose we could play Gaskell in two positions simultaneously because we are putting a lot on his signature. He is good when on the pitch but that is his problem unfortunately and not something you can predict, all the club could do is have a suitable player to cover his absence.

I'm not sure I get your logic. Why is signing Gaskell so terrible?
Hampshire wasn't starting when everyone was fit. He was great cover but cover all the same.

If Gaskell and Jowitt are both injured which is quite possible who do we play at fullback.