Zorrro Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Winchester Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie_J Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Perhaps rather than individual 'genius' players, we have more consistent performers that can operate at a higher level as a collective. Given the pedigree of the Wilson's, Kusunga, Jones and Kelly, I hope that down the middle we have that consistency. Certainly going off of last night, Winchester and Mellor could step up to the first team this season whilst retaining the ability to perform. You ask about match winning brilliance, last night one goal one scored from a corner and one a screamer from outside the box, JCH has shown he can do it, but he needs to do it often. Like I said above though, we lack some potency up front. If Mellor and Winchester are up there as our best midfielders, we're in for a long, hard season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueatheart Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 If Mellor and Winchester are up there as our best midfielders, we're in for a long, hard season. I didn't say best, if they need to be played they can keep up the level on consistency. They worked very, very well last night and Winchester in particular looked threatening. They might not make it, but James Wilson said he had to leave Bristol City because he was always seen as the kid. Maybe the same is said of these two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie_J Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Apologies, I quoted you but it was more in response to a number of recent posts with people saying they're ready, good enough, need to be given a run of games, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Think about it though - which other player is as classy on the ball, can go past a man so elegantly and can score spectacular goals? Which is pretty much what he was asking re a Baxter or Harkins type.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorrro Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Think about it though - which other player is as classy on the ball, can go past a man so elegantly and can score spectacular goals? Unfortunately I'm busy ripping it up for (my Sunday team at) Crystal Palace (sports centre). I'm not moving for less than a grand a week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Unfortunately I'm busy ripping it up for (my Sunday team at) Crystal Palace (sports centre). I'm not moving for less than a grand a week. To the first team or the Athleticos? They could do with your Stripey Nigel connections I reckon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zorrro Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Based on my respective abilities I stand more chance of gracing the hallowed SDP turf, which tells you all you need to know about my singing voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the_mighty_bosh Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Winchester and Mellor certainly aren't in the Baxter/Harkins bracket, but they both should get a fair crack of the whip this season to prove themselves. Winchester has shown more than Mellor so far from what I've seen (certainly more consistency) so he should definitely be in contention for a starting place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slystallone Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Perhaps rather than individual 'genius' players, we have more consistent performers that can operate at a higher level as a collective. Given the pedigree of the Wilson's, Kusunga, Jones and Kelly, I hope that down the middle we have that consistency. Certainly going off of last night, Winchester and Mellor could step up to the first team this season whilst retaining the ability to perform. You ask about match winning brilliance, last night one goal one scored from a corner and one a screamer from outside the box, JCH has shown he can do it, but he needs to do it often. Like I said above though, we lack some potency up front. If you dont mind answering, how was the tempo of our play last night? Just wondering how we moved the ball about, how we broke forward and how many players we had breaking forward with some form of intent & pace? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Winchester has already scored a better goal than either Baxter or Harkins managed, and the best cross from the left since Ricky Holden was in his pomp. He is capable of special things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueatheart Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 If you dont mind answering, how was the tempo of our play last night? Just wondering how we moved the ball about, how we broke forward and how many players we had breaking forward with some form of intent & pace? The first half seemed better to me with Winchester, Mellor and Kelly linking up well with quick fire short passing to find space in the centre of the park before passing it down the wing or (some very good) crossing to the opposite flank. B Wilson and Mills were constantly looking to get forward with the back three looking to cover where needed during counter attacks. Winchester in particular broke forward several times and from where we were stood looked like he had scored a screamer at one point (hit the side netting). The ball moved around well and it was about ball retention and not wasting possession. We tended to have four or five players behind most attacks with either (or both flanks) running up to support along with the front two and one of the midfielders. During the second half the system broke down a little, I imagine Phili was tiring as this was his first run out (although he did have some good hold up play) and Gros seemed to try and do a lot without much end product. Without the support of forwards looking for the ball the midfield didn't have chance. Overall, we looked pretty comfortable on the ball but Winchester seemed to fade a little before he was taken off. Mellor in particular was impressive looking for through balls and always looking for the runner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankly Mr Shankly Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Based on my respective abilities I stand more chance of gracing the hallowed SDP turf, which tells you all you need to know about my singing voice. It's not SDP. BP's shorter, quicker and everyone knows what it is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Winchester has already scored a better goal than either Baxter or Harkins managed, and the best cross from the left since Ricky Holden was in his pomp. He is capable of special things. Two better goals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deyres42 Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) It's not SDP. BP's shorter, quicker and everyone knows what it is. I'm not willing to upset our esteemed sponsors so will refer to the stadium by its correct title and I hope all TRUE Oldham fans will do likewise. Edited July 23, 2014 by deyres42 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 It's not SDP. BP's shorter, quicker and everyone knows what it is. Now we know how much it winds you up we'll stop doing it. S..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_Og Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Two better goals I remember lashing in an absolute screamer for the school team when I was 10 - the teacher pointed out that it only counted the same as a tap-in. Thank you Mr Woods for firing a kid's dream... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L1onheartNew Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Are there any goals highlights? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Are there any goals highlights? From Morecambe? Or are you after a Carl Winchester montage? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 From Morecambe? Or are you after a Carl Winchester montage? My other half thinks I am hiding a secret Pendleton shrine from her. She'll be relieved to find out it's actually a Carl Winchester one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L1onheartNew Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Montage hey? Isn't that one more than two? Found this: JHC's is a screamer... Eric V Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 My other half thinks I am hiding a secret Pendleton shrine from her. The area of Salford or the female cyclist? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L1onheartNew Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 The area of Salford or the female cyclist? Or maybe its the area of Salford used by female cyclists Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robboman Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 Highlights: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cxHRJmaxWs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L1onheartNew Posted July 23, 2014 Share Posted July 23, 2014 What impressed me was Gross in the way he got back up, sheilded the ball and fizzed it against the post Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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