Back to the Hockey!

It's been a while since the last post but it's time to concentrate on the hockey! A break week for Soar Valley's withdrawal and we get back into the swing of things.

Last match people were asking about the number of goals scored and the scorers, so see below for a quick update. Hopefully we can add a few more at the weekend!

Comment from Andy Taylor

This comment below was made on the post below. Rather than hiding it there, I thought I would give everyone a chance to read it, out in the open. The comments made in this blog, as stated on the club's website, are an individual's (yes me fatty Coggan), and not indicative of the club's stance.

"Evening from Bungle the Bear – Andy Taylor - No hiding my identity like others!

So yes as you can see I chose not to go to the Christmas Party - it made it much easier for others to make their snide and cowardly comments with myself not being around, although to publish them is a little embarrassing for all concerned including and especially the club and the originator.

I did ask for these unfounded and pathetic comments to be removed, but with the deadline now past for my request I am posting this response as I promised.

So I was only good for carrying water bottles etc hey hmmmmm lets look at that 1st shall we.

Unlike others (possibly the originator in particular) I have a more than proven track record in this sport with League titles and trophies in abundance, at a conservative estimate around 20-25 at all levels of the sport, even being asked to become National League Manager (3 years) and becoming Honarary Life Vice President of 2 clubs, but I am sure that fades into insignificance alongside the achievements of those who choose to comment on me?

I’m off screwing up another team too apparently, lets look at that.

So far after coaching and managing the Ladies and Mens 1st XI’s of my new club lets see what we have achieved since my arrival. Not all down to me but my influence is being felt in the improved results all round.

In total: PLD 12 Won 11 Drawn 0 Lost 1 F:49 A:7

Mens 1st XI 2nd in East Midlands 2 League
Ladies Top of Derbyshire League both indoor and out.

Maybe your judgment is correct, looks like the record of an absolute screw-up, you are obviously a good judge of ability.

The short term memory of certain individuals is very convenient for them. I am sure that from joining Newark 2 seasons ago the club has gone backwards hasn’t it? No new quality players attracted - well maybe 5 or 6!No new coaches - well perhaps 3 or 4.

No team development – oh except the introduction of a Mens 3rd XI

The club is obviously in its worst state for years – or perhaps not!

My heart and sole went into this club for 2 years promoting it in a way that no-one has done before. If this is the opinion of the membership then perhaps I made the correct decision to leave, but I do understand that there are still a large core that think otherwise and I thank them for their support and understanding.

Hockey has been a major part of my life for over 30 years and it now feels wonderful to be enjoying it once again.

I wish the club all the Best for the rest of this season and assure you I will be seeing you all soon.

Andy Taylor"

Rainbow

Well thanks to the forfeit last night a rainbow shone over the pitch last night and in darkness aswell. I think it was made by the sun shining out of Robbie's a*se as his white cheeks wobbled across the pitch and the light bouncing off mine, Martyn's and Matt's heads!!

We had a loud mouthed Zippy, a pink gay-acting George and I'm pretty sure Rod, Jane and Freddy were training down the bottom end singing away. The only person missing was Bungle!