Shrimpers Trust News Supporters Group Zoom Meeting with Phil Brown & Tom Lawrence - 5th August 2021

[Mad Cyril]

Ha that'd be good.

Think it was a shame last night there was no interaction between Phil and Tom though.

I heard Tom is down for one of the puppies once they have been weaned.

 

[palexander]

I heard Tom is down for one of the puppies once they have been weaned.

They are delicious with a bit of gravy

 

[Westcliff Shrimper]

I thought it was a good session. PB very clear and good to understand his logic. Also good for Simon (I think) to ask how recruitment works. Helps with some of the stuff we debate but don’t really understand. I hope the Akinola thing is about a swap and can’t understand if it’s just about work rate why Sim, ANG and Fergie wouldn’t respond to that when he calls them technically gifted. Surely they aren’t being ‘lazy’ on purpose. Sim always struck as a grafter to me. For those making comments about questions that weren’t asked it seems that all attendees are happy to be sent questions in advance to ask. Also credit to Tom. Really down to earth, clearly a lot on his plate but getting his hands dirty and you see he is a fan too. Finally interesting that the free shirt hasn’t been designed yet and there is chance to influence. Maybe a tribute to an historic one or a chance for those that produce the mock ups on here.

Thank you. I did ask about how recruitment works...

 

[Westcliff Shrimper]

Did anyone ask how the stadium build was progressing?

Yes but Tom runs the club not the development. One for Ron...

 

[overseas shrimper]

They are delicious with a bit of gravy

And onions as an optional extra.

 

[Blues4LifeDan]

that is my view for sure.

The only thing i am not sure on is the extra £1, that was the minimum i dont think PB confirmed thats what we offered unless I missed heard i thought he said all we had to do was offer £1 more.

it doesnt matter really as Elvis didnt start negotiations and is now twiddling his thumbs somewhere, maybe regretting listening to his agent.

My biggest take away is that Sim’s agent doesnt want Sim to leave as he is on a good wage with us. I would think that will impact us financially on future signings

I guess what is possibly happening with Akinola is the same as what is possibly happening with Akinde. The respective clubs and mangers want the player moved on but the player/agent want to stay as the money is better.

Doesn't make a huge amount of sense from an agent's point of view though. Surely they would want them to move so they get a slice of the signing-on fee.

 

[kentblues]

I guess what is possibly happening with Akinola is the same as what is possibly happening with Akinde. The respective clubs and mangers want the player moved on but the player/agent want to stay as the money is better.

Doesn't make a huge amount of sense from an agent's point of view though. Surely they would want them to move so they get a slice of the signing-on fee.

Slight advantage our side is there is no transfer window in NL

 

[Westcliff DGS]

I guess what is possibly happening with Akinola is the same as what is possibly happening with Akinde. The respective clubs and mangers want the player moved on but the player/agent want to stay as the money is better.

Doesn't make a huge amount of sense from an agent's point of view though. Surely they would want them to move so they get a slice of the signing-on fee.

Agree

 

[stopwhispering]

Very interesting & enjoyable watch. Both Phil & Tom come across well & give me hope for the future. Thanks to the organisers & participants - it's great that they help to give us this insight.

 

[rigsby]

Very interesting & enjoyable watch. Both Phil & Tom come across well & give me hope for the future. Thanks to the organisers & participants - it's great that they help to give us this insight.

Yes obviously PB and Tom have answered well as there are only 3 pages of comments, instead of the usual 15 of the same old moans and myths.

Shout out to Lord Footy for doing a great job of running the show with the right sort of questions and moving it along at a good pace.

Well done to those involved, lets see more of the same please.

 

[Ramsdenblue]

Bit late to the reply's.

But i think these zoom meetings where we. the supporters can see and hear are great.
As said before, it gives us, and those that it may interest an insight into the club.
I still think every 3 weeks is abit close together for the meetings as I'm sure the persons involved with the running of SUFC have alot of work to do behind the scenes, without having the added pressure of the 3 weekly Zooms.

Don't get me wrong, i would love to see the Zoom meetings every 2 weeks, but i would rather see the staff concentrating on getting the club right, so i would of thought every 5-6 weeks may have been better suited.

 

[Ricky Otto]

The relationship between Phil and Ron must be very interesting, both have the gift of the gab where verbal communication is a massive tool for them!

I bet Phil gives as good as he gets, hopefully we'll get a zoom call with them both on...

Well done all involved

You are right, they have both impressed me when communicating at club events. There has to be substance behind what they say though as, no matter how impressive their latest rabble rousing speech is, people won't buy it if what has been said previously hasn't been delivered. That is aimed at Ron more than Phil but I can't say I fully trust what comes out of either of their mouths.

 

[Ramsdenblue]

Just seen the Zoom all the way through now.

My opinion of Phil Brown has now changed.

Tom Lawrence is an absolute credit to our club, and we are very lucky to have him associated with SUFC.

And the questions this time were far more appropriate and professional in matter.

 

[sufc4life21]

Just seen the Zoom all the way through now.

My opinion of Phil Brown has now changed.

Tom Lawrence is an absolute credit to our club, and we are very lucky to have him associated with SUFC.

And the questions this time were far more appropriate and professional in matter.

Why? He hasn't done much yet..... I feel its to early to judge Tom yet.

 

[OldBlueLady]

Why? He hasn't done much yet..... I feel its to early to judge Tom yet.

If you think he hasn't done much yet, then you are sorely misjudging him!

 

[Supa Shrimpa]

If you think he hasn't done much yet, then you are sorely misjudging him!

I think sufc4life is implying he hasn't in the overall scheme of things ie it's very early days to make a judgement

 

[sufc4life21]

I think sufc4life is implying he hasn't in the overall scheme of things ie it's very early days to make a judgement

That's currect. Few months down the line is where I can judge the guy.

 

[Supa Shrimpa]

That's currect. Few months down the line is where I can judge the guy.

He seems really switched on from what i've seen, so far. My only fear is that it'll get too frustrating trying to get straight forward answers from our Ronny regarding the clubs finances etc

 

[sufc4life21]

He seems really switched on from what i've seen, so far. My only fear is that it'll get too frustrating trying to get straight forward answers from our Ronny regarding the clubs finances etc

I think his patience will be tested...... scally looks difficult guy to work with, so that experience at gills will stand tom in good stead with ron.

 

[Westcliff Shrimper]

And the questions this time were far more appropriate and professional in matter.

Why thank yooou...