Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 5:59 pm  

bonaire wrote:

the club really need to make a statement by bringing in an Aussie coach.

I'd rather we had a statement on the club's ability to keep going through to next season and what we can do to help.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 6:17 pm  

Mrs Barista wrote:

I'd rather we had a statement on the club's ability to keep going through to next season and what we can do to help.

The announcement of a new coach would probably end any negative doubt about our imminent future Mrs B.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 6:25 pm  

Riderofthepalehorse wrote:

The announcement of a new coach would probably end any negative doubt about our imminent future Mrs B.

So would a multi million pound investment by a benefactor. But I can't see that happening any time soon either.

All today has only shown is that clubs with loads of money can put 2 fingers up at those who haven't.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 6:53 pm  

Riderofthepalehorse wrote:

The announcement of a new coach would probably end any negative doubt about our imminent future Mrs B.

True. But demanding an expensive coach in the current precarious environment isn't something I would advocate.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 7:40 pm  

Mrs Barista wrote:

True. But demanding an expensive coach in the current precarious environment isn't something I would advocate.

We are not demanding an expensive coach but its surely in the clubs interest that we try to have a first class coach in place to coach what is currently a first class squad.
This would also stimulate fans interest.
Its no coincidence that the top three clubs have overseas coaches.
They are not here just to coach but also attract overseas players to their clubs.
Hardly think the name of Andy Last would be a major decider for anyone looking to join the club.
More like Andy who?
Furthermore do you seriously think that the future of Hull Fc is in jeopardy?

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 7:58 pm  

bonaire wrote:

We are not demanding an expensive coach but its surely in the clubs interest that we try to have a first class coach in place to coach what is currently a first class squad.
This would also stimulate fans interest.
Its no coincidence that the top three clubs have overseas coaches.
They are not here just to coach but also attract overseas players to their clubs.
Hardly think the name of Andy Last would be a major decider for anyone looking to join the club.
More like Andy who?
Furthermore do you seriously think that the future of Hull Fc is in jeopardy?

You said the club really need to bring in an Aussie, and now first class, coach. That won't be cheap. The club was already stretched financially before the season started. We have since paid Radford off (and he managed to attract Ma'u, Sika Manu, Pritchard etc, maybe not the best decision in hindsight) and are suffering big income shortfalls in the face of a global pandemic. It's not going to be a simple matter of returning to business as usual in a month or two, cracking on with the same level of squad spend, same recruitment parameters and a fanbase that's untouched by the biggest recession we've known. There will be jeopardy for many clubs. Demanding we add another big salary is folly in my opinion. I hope the club clarifies our position soon and it's carry on as before, but seriously doubt it.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 10:54 pm  

Mrs Barista wrote:

True. But demanding an expensive coach in the current precarious environment isn't something I would advocate.

If its the right coach, then I would advocate the extra expense.
The right coach would/could/should bring in more money and would also save money

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Tue May 19, 2020 11:31 pm  

Any truth in the rumour that Super Leagues top tackler will be playing for Toronto next season?

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Wed May 20, 2020 4:15 am  

Irregular Hoops wrote:

Any truth in the rumour that Super Leagues top tackler will be playing for Toronto next season?

Club Hull, get rid.
Probably wants to work under a better coach.
4 SL titles, 2 CC's and a WCC victory in the last decade.
Can't argue with that, and not even an Aussie.

Re: Contract Talks & FCs Future : Wed May 20, 2020 8:03 am  

Irregular Hoops wrote:

Any truth in the rumour that Super Leagues top tackler will be playing for Toronto next season?

If true we need to sign a new hooker, are there are decent British hookers off contract or do we need look to the NRL.

I find it really concerning that we still don't have a coach in place or even announced Last etc until the end of the year and have made no contract renewals.