I think that is the best way to some up this season. From the Dagenham play-off game away last season for me the writing was on the wall for Sammy Mc. His change of tactics from the positive ones that had got us into the playoffs was a sign of things to come. This season has been the same but it's not just the managers fault. The move of ground to the design of the stadium have undoubtedly impacted on the players to and that is a board decision. The lack of pub to congregate in to the shambolic MBW stand have undoubtedly had an affect on the atmosphere and the famous christie park roar that won us many a game and inspired the players to push on to the final whistle.
As for on the pitch there are to many mistakes and that for me is the responsibility of the manager, his selection and his tactics. I think most fans agree that Artell being released was a massive mistake and the stanley situation have impacted on the team, There are not many youngsters filltering into the team as in the past (with the exception of the Cowperwaithe... who on the basis of his games to date should have been brought into the team earlier and negating the need for capaldi)
The season has been awful but it can be a valuable learning tool which can be used to bring much success if the lessons are learnt. For me Parrish is the man to build the team around... Wilson needs to be retained and Hainning needs to be a regular at centre half. WE need a new manager definately and there has to be a greater emphasis on bringing the younger players through ( a smaller squad with more quality and less journeymen). AS for the ground the summer needs to be used to make it feel more like home adding colour making it a place home fans want to be. Big Changes needed. UP THE SHRIMPS and hopefully on to better things next season.
