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I said in the beginning (offline to friends) that I would put my faith in the board to make the right choice on behalf of the (long term) future of the club and I'm sticking by it. Did we maybe get carried away with the pro-Hartley bandwagon, maybe? I was totally behind him for the job, but ultimately he has no experience at this level (though I was 100% up for giving him the opportunity here, seemed like a good match) and have to trust that the board made the best call given what they saw at interview. I always said that we needed someone who wanted the job, rather than needed it, and it's important that the role goes to someone who sees it as a passion and commitment rather than a job or a stepping stone. If it's true that Hartley was hesitant in commiting for family reasons then kudos to either him and/or the board for recognising it and stepping back. For me, one of the top priorities in appointing a manager was someone who is in it for the long term, and I can see Hughes being up for that. I don't see him as a gloryhunter or looking for a stepping stone, I think he is a genuine football man, with a passion level which is almost unbeatable. With the right team behind him and backing from the board, it could be a beautiful combination. Let's just hope that we are prepared to invest in a top support team, that element is a mystery at present. Obviously Yogi convinced the board that he was the man for the job, and having spoken to one of the senior players, he certainly convinced them too. I hope he doesn't read this board, whilst nothing bears any malice towards him it shows disappointment and that's not how I'd want any new member of staff to our club to feel. Two cup finals (and subsequent wins) and a minimum of second place in the league will certainly justify his appointment!

A pretty appalling first half, never seen so many misplaced passes by this current squad. We were obviously the team in the higher league but struggled to get any shots on target in first half. Ultimately we had 2 well taken penalties and then Billy took his goals well. Incidentally, we had a minutes silence before the game too, for the Glasgow helicopter disaster. We can certainly play better but we did the job. I thought Draper had a very poor first half in particular, one thing that he really needs to add to his game is knowing what to do with the ball before it reaches him. Much in second half, as was most notably Watkins. Lots of tidy work from Nick, and Doran was a constant threat. Polworth filled on comfortably for Foran for this game but needs more games lke this to be able to settle intp playing with team. Next round please!

Roy, don't give us your external factors excuse, it was blatantly only affecting your floodlights! Huge shock for all us fans when we saw line-up. Even weirder when we saw the shape they took on the field - G Shinnie right back?? Tremarco on from start at left back?? Tremarco was great, gutted for him that game was abandoned. Not to say Shinnie didn't do fine, but we all know he has so much more to offer on the left, and it just didn't work with him on the right. Anyway, top marks for Butcher for ringing the changes!

Really sad news. I hope this is marked in some way tomorrow, whether it's a silence or a chant - which I think would be really fitting. I'm sure a few of us in the Caley Club will be raising a glass to him too.

Spoke to a Birmingham fan about this today. They were joking about how its very possibly likely that he would be signed with the promise that "the team will be built around you" as they are due to lose 23 players in summer between those out of contract and those at end of loan. So getting a game may very well not be an issue! The club are in a bad way with a very uncertain future, however they have a huge history behind them, and surely still a large following. I honestly think that Andy would be better here for another season, playing with his pals, enjoying himself and being all bit guaranteed a start every week. Surely this is his first "proper" season, playing at top level and (touch wood) unhampered by injury. As said previously, prove it wasnt a one off, have a great season excelling yourself in a system which plays to your strengths and dont lose any time at the peak of your career. I truly believe that, not just as an ict fan. Undoubtedly its a tough decision for any footballer to make and a big gamble, except short term financially.

Didn't hear it, but can honestly say I don't know one single ICT fan who not only wants them to be in SPL, but wants C*unty to finish in top 6 - at least one place below us, of course! Bizarre that he would want to antagonise like that, completely inapprorpiate.

Could it be considered to be a bit of a slap in the face to those in squad who took us this far this season - 3 loan players on bench, and the other just signed a few weeks ago? Happy they are there if they are our strongest players, just wonder how it'll be perceived by the likes of Sutherland and Pepper.

Rarely will we witmess such an an all round team performance. No-one deserved to win MOM today, and I say that in the most complimentary way possible. Everyone battled for every ball, and to be only one up for most of the game was the most inaccurate reflection I've ever see, yet we were so comfortable. Incredible save from Reguero early on, Warren lapped everything up for rest of the match, Raven was a formidabale attacking threat going forward and covered all he had to with his team-mates cover defensively, Meekings made a few critical interceptions, Shinnie covered Griffiths all the way, Jones and Draper ran the show and our attacking players were impressive beyond belief. Wow, just wow. Feckin love being a caley thistle fan at the moment.

Like Alex, I'm also sorry to disagree - nobody around where I was sitting considered the throwing of whatever it was to add to the "incredible atmosphere" and we were disappointed that our fans would behave like that, particularly knowing that it could cause our club a fine, as well as the safety issue. There are many ways to show your support for the club, but this sure as heck wasn't one of them. We're better than that, and saying its ok cos other clubs do it is not going to win me over!

Yup, me plus 3, staying overnight too

Not what I wanted to hear, definitely the sort of guy you want to have at your club. Has to be one of the most decent guys ever to play for us too, and I absolutely genuinely wish him all the best wherever his career takes him next.

Malin signed a new contract this week, and apparently their third choice keeper also signed a new deal too, so I'd be very surprised if it's County, unless he's been promised a regular start ahead of Fraser!

Hoped things werent as bad as feared when I heard comments on radio, however text from friend at match confirmed they feared the worst, as did contact from friend in home end. Totally gutted, as said many times before result absolutely immaterial. Killie fans have posted very touching comments on their forum, very much appreciated and they unanimously agree result least important factor of afternoon. Must add thanks to everyone for not posting details of identity here or speculation - would be easy to do so but let's wait for official announcement or posting from family/friend.

Poor display, but even poorer management. I'm probably the umpteenth person to say it, but I'll say it nonetheless as it's obvious to all us fans - Mackay is by no means a lone striker and our system was horrifically unfair to him (1x 5'7 attacker vs 2/3/4 6'+ defenders only ever has one winner, despite Billy's absolute best efforts), Tansey's starting berth begs belief and Tade and Sutherland don't work out wide. Tade is very much a form player and it was apparent from early on that nothing was going his way and he needed subbed, yet Ross was kept on bench till too late (not the type of guy to instantly turn a game) and Winnall bizarrely never got near the pitch, yet Gnapka got a run out. Not one did I see TB or MM encourage the team, all the screaming did was instill more fear in the players. Fair play to those on the pitch, didnt see Foran do his usual turn-on-teammates stuff, and amazingly Tokely and Golabart didn't have a bust up after a crigeworthy mess on second half. Tokely most obvious MoM in a longtime, passmarks to Shinnie too.

Cheapish entry, guess it has to be given the combination of midweek game and being on Sky - £10/£5 http://www.dafc.co.uk/page/AdmissionPrices/0,,10288,00.html

Steve Brown, the St Johnstone chairman, apparently made an announcement over the tannoy of the train travelling north saying it was entirely our club's fault that game was called off, nothing to do with police and that ICT told them at 0930 this morning that the game was not in any danger and no need for a pitch inspection. If that's not incitement then goodness knows what is, although I've every sympathy for the fans if that's true.

Rarely post these days but feel obliged as thoroughly disagree. Golobart was imho one of our best players today, solidly cleared everything that came his way throughout the match. I lay blame for Utd's second goal firmly with Davis - they had throw on half way line, he belatedly waved Hayes back to cover right back and surprise - they put ball there and score. What did he think he could do against a throw at half way line that Hayes couldn't? And what could he do at right back that Hayes couldn't - correct, defend. His reaction said it all. His determination to bomb up park at all costs cost us for 3rd too, left us exposed. Top marks for effort, fantastic play to set up opener but lack of discpline defence wise cost us dear. Having said all that, I blame poor management decision to play him there. He wanted to win, sadly it cost us.

HT: 1-0 FT: 2-2 1st ICT: Foran 1st Opp: Higdon Crowd: 5317

...misbehaving being an understatent Disgusting

Well, what can we say - we love you Danni... Can't rememember when we last saw you score up here, in the most part for lack of opportunity! One goal and one assist from short time on pitch today though = totally terrific. Fantastic finish for goal, and set Rooney up perfectly for second. Please please Terry, give us (him) more! Good on Terry for taking Foran off, not every manager would make that move and take captain off. Ross undoubtably (imho) our MOM, long may his form continue. Clean sheet for Tuffey, can't ask for more for a keeper. Top display from their keeper, not going to patronise them and say they deserved a replay, but they did... Anyone going by stats online/radio, don't be fooled - reckon very very few home fans thought Elgin were incapable of snatching victory with late breaks, pretty much everyone in stadium were holding their breaths. Results elsewhere show nothing to be taken for granted - we're through, and that's what matters.

Nice feature about it on FAI website http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=101217:u21s-looking-for-strong-finish-to-campaign&catid=3:under-21&Itemid=11

I'm firmly in the pro-Ross camp for yesterday - thought that was the best I'd seen him play, particularly as stated previously, the second half, when he looked like the only player who was likely to make things happen for us. I've certainly not thought that in previous games, but he impressed me with his keenness and positive attitude yesterday, chasing every ball and putting tackles in which I wouldn't have expected to have seen from previous outings. As for the make-him-get-bigger comments - unfortunately for him it's probably not as easy as that, he's still young and will bulk out naturally in due course - augmented by gym sessions, I would expect! There's no rush - I'd rather a slender but talented player who could beat players and put in crosses than a muscley chap with less skill who couldn't.

See part 5 for licencing application. If you click on INBS 119-10 within it, you'll get more info. Looks like it was on agenda of Licencing Committee on 2nd August, no idea what outcome was. My link

...and a certain right footed volley in Dingwall many years ago - probably one of my favourite ever ICT goals, certainly one of the most memorable. Think Roy himself was the most surprised person in the stadium when it went in!

http://www.blackpooltransport.com/timetables/timetable.html Looks like trams are still not running north of Cleveleys. They were stopping there when i was down there just a few days ago, and from what I believe it's longish term disruption. On the plus side, there are plenty of buses - try a 1 or 14.