Caley Mad In Berks

I realise that in these sad circumstances, this may not be the place to start an argument, but that remark, no doubt made by someone who knows absolutely nothing about the circumstances, is stupid in the extreme.

I think he has got it pretty well spot on. I certainly don't think there is much to take offence at in that article. Its up to ICT now to do the business next season and produce the crowds, not only at away matches right throuout the season, but more importantly, at home. Our home crowds, especially if we are not doing too well, are poor for our catchment area.

Like many others, I too hope Ryan Esson re-signs for us. Maybe Terry is using his 'interest in Tuffey' merely as a spur for Ryan to make his mind up. Does Esson have other offers he is considering anyway? If not, why is he delaying? As far as I can see, if Esson does go, then Tuffey would be a very capable replacement. But, presumably if Tuffey is free on June 1, then potentially he will have other offers as well, so we could miss out on both of them. Tell me I'm just being paranoid!

I hadn't realised Hamish had died, so thanks CB for that mini tribute. I remember his debut for Caley. I think he was only 16 or 17. He joined a Caley team which was rebuilding after their great side of the early 50s Hamish was always a crowd favourite and a great wee player. RIP

Sign her up immediately.

There was ample proof this year that leaving the table for 'anyone' to update does not work. So, for me, Caleyrule's offer to commit to updating the table regularly next season is one I welcome, and if it happens I would be happy to compete again next season. Otherwise, if its going to be like this year, I'll give it a miss.

The further south the better for me! Swindon would be great, only 40 miles away. Not a ground I've been to yet either.

Whilst it is possible that the decline in interest this season was due to lack of motivation because CanadaBob withdrew his previous generous sponsorship, I feel that it is more likely that people lost interest because of the infrequency of table updates. Although c-h2 rightly states that 'anyone' could update the tables, for this to work accurately it would mean those doing the updates would each have to maintain a 'master' spreadsheet right from week 1. Not really practical in my opinion. No, for a comp like this to work, someone really needs to take responsibility. That's what was lacking this year.

Yes, a final table would be nice, but I think you can safely say that you have won handsomely, CaleyRule, so congratulations from me. With table updates being so infrequent this year, I have found that most of the time I have been betting 'blind', with no knowledge of how I was doing in the league from week to week vis a vis anyone else. In previous years, betting tactically was much more possible, making it for me, more enjoyable. Still, it was the same for everyone, so once again, congratulations to the winners.

Hayes has flourished since Imrie left. Also, his temperament is better. I wouldn't want to swap them now, no matter what awards Imrie has picked up.

Great news, particularly re Hayes. Two years as well should mean a hefty transfer fee in the kitty when he is lured to a bigger club (as he surely will be one day). Congrats to all concerned.

He would be a great acquisition if we could afford him. He is probably on at least 5K a week with Burnley.

Elgin, away, @ 5.50, please. As I'm away for the final week, can I have Elgin again on 1st May please, at whatever odds they are? Thanks.

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Raith win, or draw for me. I don't see that diminishing the celebrations at the following two matches. In fact I'm quite amazed that some folks are hoping for a Dundee win!

All over at Morton The league is ours - no way we can lose an 18 goal GD gap in 2 games. Well done to everyone

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Elgin v E Stirling, draw @3.60, please

Clach have a great history in Inverness and to write them off in such a derisory way is, I think, way over the top. I hope a rescue package can be found and that they survive and indeed prosper.

PT v Dundee, draw @ 3.25, please

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United blew it, big time, last night. As for Ferguson's post match interview, it must be a close run thing between him and Wenger as to who is the more ungracious after a defeat. Frankly, I'm glad all the English teams are out. They were beginning to see it as a God given right to reach the semi finals, at least. Nothing like seeing them taken down a peg or two. Having said that, I hope Fulham do well tonight in the Europa Cup.

So do I. Two of our closest contenders each dropping 2 points is better than one of them dropping 3.

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