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Post by westworld on Apr 1, 2024 20:40:15 GMT
With anticipated retirements, loan players returning to parent clubs and a question mark over the travelling players what will our squad look like next season. Hopefully at least 3 from Lancaster to start with
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Post by onestepbeyond on Apr 1, 2024 22:10:27 GMT
But which 3 ?
That is the question 🤔
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Post by thursbyred on Apr 1, 2024 22:27:06 GMT
We obviously need new additions, but it is impossible to build a team from scratch and we need to hold onto some of our current squad.
One of our strengths over the recent past has been a sense of continuity and togetherness. It may seem exciting to add lots of new names, but keeping those local players that have shown they can perform at this level is our first challenge.
Priority for me would be retaining
Jim Atkinson
Sam Smith
Cieran Casson
Brad Hubbold
Dav Symington
Steven Rigg
There are several others that I would be delighted to see return, but without a spine of current players I worry about the direction of travel.
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Post by westworld on Apr 2, 2024 6:47:16 GMT
We obviously need new additions, but it is impossible to build a team from scratch and we need to hold onto some of our current squad. One of our strengths over the recent past has been a sense of continuity and togetherness. It may seem exciting to add lots of new names, but keeping those local players that have shown they can perform at this level is our first challenge. Priority for me would be retaining Jim Atkinson Sam Smith Cieran Casson Brad Hubbold Dav Symington Steven Rigg There are several others that I would be delighted to see return, but without a spine of current players I worry about the direction of travel. Can’t argue with that list, would probably add Jordan Little as well, problem we have is assessing local players who can and want to step up to our level. Missed the Penrith / Carlisle city game yesterday with watching the reds but maybe 2 or 3 there worth a look, Luke Hunter for one. Every season I also say Matt Douglas to return, hopefully he will be fed up over the border and fancy a change. Of the Lancaster players Brad Carroll would be my number one choice but seen Christian Sloan an Jamie Mellon as possibles. All exciting stuff rumours will help to pass the long summer months |
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Post by onlyonereds on Apr 2, 2024 8:00:02 GMT
Charlie Barnes could be another from Lancaster? Carlisle lad I think.
What about Liam brockbank? Fell took him to lancaster from the reds.
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Post by westworld on Apr 2, 2024 8:11:26 GMT
Charlie Barnes could be another from Lancaster? Carlisle lad I think. What about Liam brockbank? Fell took him to lancaster from the reds. Brockbank would be fantastic, had a bad injury at Altrincham but been playing at Rylands on loan since January, originally from Millom but imagine he’s based further south now |
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Post by upthereds on Apr 2, 2024 8:31:10 GMT
Charlie Barnes could be another from Lancaster? Carlisle lad I think. What about Liam brockbank? Fell took him to lancaster from the reds. Brockbank would be fantastic, had a bad injury at Altrincham but been playing at Rylands on loan since January, originally from Millom but imagine he’s based further south now after yesterday's effort I think Mr fell will have his retained players sorted |
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Post by paulsimmo on Apr 2, 2024 8:38:45 GMT
I wonder if we'll look to bring some if the lads who went dual-reg at Penrith back for pre season. Lewis Moore looked to have a bit of potential at least
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Post by blackprince on Apr 2, 2024 9:37:36 GMT
Number one on my list would be to persuade Connor to stay for one more season particularly based on his performance yesterday.
BUT I suspect that the answer will be no.
I would add Greg Mc & Bobby Carroll to the list.
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Post by winone on Apr 2, 2024 9:59:33 GMT
Number one on my list would be to persuade Connor to stay for one more season particularly based on his performance yesterday. Â BUT I suspect that the answer will be no. I would add Greg Mc & Bobby Carroll to the list. Â you are hoping for a lot to ask Conner to stay greg yes Bobby no chance |
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Post by popside on Apr 2, 2024 10:44:42 GMT
I'd take all 3 of the Carlisle loanees should they not be offered pro deals. Yesterday was their poorest showing but they've still shown to be decent players at very young ages. Very few 17/18 year olds seem to cut it at this level.
The likes of Rox and Reilly still could offer something but due to their fitness issues would need to be pay as you play deals for me.
I don't think we have any poor/weak link players really so would be happy for majority to re-sign. But it's clear we do need to add some extra quality and experience.
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Post by onestepbeyond on Apr 4, 2024 7:26:49 GMT
Fitzpatrick & Hetherington if they are released by Carlisle but not sure on Allen.
Also Kai Nugent if released could maybe provide that bit of culture if/when Connor finishes.
After last Mondays performance I would imagine Mr. Fell probably has 6 or 7 in mind from Lancaster if the finances allow.
James Bailey (Kendal) might also be worth a look
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Post by garstang7 on Apr 4, 2024 7:40:10 GMT
Expect new faces yes , but a lot depends on the budget for wages and who is still around. Not easy to get a whole new group to gel instantly so hope its more about quality additions than quantity
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Post by 4evereds on Apr 4, 2024 8:22:53 GMT
Hopefully keeps Hubbold struggling with injury but class when fit.
Would love Connor to stay but doubtful.
Scotty? Is he retiring?
Be happy with 6 or 7 mentioned, new manager will have loads of contacts though and probs good relations with a few pro clubs to bring in some loans.
Need to keep good relations with Carlisle too.
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Post by redray on Apr 4, 2024 10:16:37 GMT
James Bailey has turned us down once so not sure he'd be worth pursuing.
I'd like either or both the Baileys from Lancaster along with Barnes, Sloan & Nico but that's probably wishful thinking.
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