V Gloucester City H 2nd Feb

[A Rebel and a Saint]

I would say it's nothing to do with it being a council facility, given that Maidenhead and quite a few other clubs are also calling off their games today. 

[carols52]

Think we have jumped the gun here,  already thawing in Slough overnight temperature is +1 and Ko +4 will be more puddles than snow. 

[Guest route104]

19 minutes ago, carols52 said:

Think we have jumped the gun here,  already thawing in Slough overnight temperature is +1 and Ko +4 will be more puddles than snow. 

Someone going to have egg on their face tomorrow

[Windsor Rebel]

I dont suppose its occurred to any of you that there may be travel issues coming from the West Country tomorrow? Just  a thought.

[GlenSTFC]

Surely a home club wouldn’t postpone a game because the away team might have difficulties getting here? Harsh I know but it’s their issue is it not?

[Neil Baker]

It was a decision made in conjunction with the league and match referee, of course travel has to be taken into consideration and safety (theirs along with ours, we currently have a snow storm where I am and due all night)  and the fact is unlike other clubs who have 3G, we are unable to sweep the pitch as it ruins the carpet, and as it is council owned that is their decision.

having had snow in Slough last week and a lot less than yesterday, it took almost 48 hours to properly thaw on the 3G despite rain, so a decision was made early to call it off and this in turn will avoid potential losses on things like food, coach travel, security etc.

We have plenty of Tuesday’s to fit this in.

[Irishadrian]

Both teams have to agree to this type of postponement Its very bad in the West Country at present snowed from 9 pm then all night long delays widespread

[epicrebel]

45 minutes ago, Irishadrian said:

Both teams have to agree to this type of postponement Its very bad in the West Country at present snowed from 9 pm then all night long delays widespread

I don't think your correct. When I used to do it at Becky , it was me the groundsman and the ref (if not him a local ref). all will talk and the final say will be made by the ref, but a council run place is a little different. So no the away team has no say in it but are kept informed.

 

[Irishadrian]

41 minutes ago, epicrebel said:

 

That's correct epic I hadn't seen Neils post saying the appointed ref and the league had been involved 

[Stan]

No snow in sunny Slough now and none forecast Neil. That’s the Trouble when you live out in the boon doggles ! Always looks a bit chilly compared to proper places ! ?

[3spirit]

One good thing, I won't feel guilty watching the rugby ! ?

[Reading Rebel]

Both teams don't have a game this Tuesday? 

[A Rebel and a Saint]

18 hours ago, route104 said:

Someone going to have egg on their face tomorrow

Is it you route104?

 

Edited February 2, 2019 by A Rebel and a Saint

[Reading Rebel]

Oxford City had volunteers clearing the pitch and terraces yesterday to try to get their game on.

Despite this their game with Woking has been postponed.

Edited February 2, 2019 by Reading Rebel

[BFR]

Was up at the stadium this morning. Lots of the infrastructure looked ok, but no escaping the pitch being covered. Thumbs up to Bakes, Unders and the lads for posing for a photo with the Bobicats

[Reading Rebel]

Hard to believe that Truro's game is on!

[Irishadrian]

Everything I said in the OP still holds good imo and I expect the three points from 21st Gloucester I'm pleased that we've got new blood and loanees returning to us We had a hard game Saturday Gloucester haven't played due to inclement weather since 26th January so could be fresher

[Reading Rebel]

I think this game is a must win if we still want to have an outside chance of making the play-offs.

I know some will say making the play-offs is not important but wouldn't it be a nice end to the season if we were still in contention. 

Whilst Gloucester are near the bottom they seem to have improved under their new UEFA qualified coach and are now seemingly difficult to break down.

IMO Gloucester will set up not to concede so getting an early goal could prove decisive.

COYR!!!

 

[3spirit]

3 minutes ago, Reading Rebel said:

I think this game is a must win if we still want to have an outside chance of making the play-offs.

I know some will say making the play-offs is not important but wouldn't it be a nice end to the season if we were still in contention. 

Whilst Gloucester are near the bottom they seem to have improved under their new UEFA qualified coach and are now seemingly difficult to break down.

IMO Gloucester will set up not to concede so getting an early goal could prove decisive.

COYR!!!

 

Do we get any money for making the play offs, other than gate receipts?

I take the view that we are not ready for promotion yet, so why this urgency to make the play offs. I know it extends the season for us fans but I would rather the players have a good rest after this season heroics, and the promotion season before it. Then those that are kept [the majority] are ready for an even bigger challenge next season, to better this campaign. Second seasons are always a tough ones, as there will be more new players coming into the squad than last time round, and it takes time for players to settle into the team and get to grips with the system they are playing to.

[Reading Rebel]

20 minutes ago, 3spirit said:

Do we get any money for making the play offs, other than gate receipts?

I take the view that we are not ready for promotion yet, so why this urgency to make the play offs. I know it extends the season for us fans but I would rather the players have a good rest after this season heroics, and the promotion season before it. Then those that are kept [the majority] are ready for an even bigger challenge next season, to better this campaign. Second seasons are always a tough ones, as there will be more new players coming into the squad than last time round, and it takes time for players to settle into the team and get to grips with the system they are playing to.

Probably not but certainly would give us a bit more money in the coffers and only help to increase our support with the excitement it would generate.

I take the view that what ever happens in a season you grab it with both hands and then plan accordingly for the following season whether it is at this level or above.

Maidenhead's crowds have gone beyond the thousand mark because they are in the National League so I no reason why we couldn't do the same and even better it. 

 

Edited February 11, 2019 by Reading Rebel