CheekyLatic Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 On lunch today I have been told that there will be a shock retirement at the end of the season. The Big Cheese is calling it a day and I dont mean Corney ! I know I dont post often I just read the board but this was way to juicey not to mention. Life after Hardy ??? What will it be like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alec1954 Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 I doubt that he will be replaced from outside... look inside and find another stooge..... Who is the current accountant? Perhaps Alan can stay on as a Man in the Moon Moonraker lottery manager? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markoasis Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 On lunch today I have been told that there will be a shock retirement at the end of the season. Won't be a shock now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 I think anyone who follows @RealAlanHardy ought to see what he has to say on the matter..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lukers1 Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 On lunch today I have been told that there will be a shock retirement at the end of the season. The Big Cheese is calling it a day and I dont mean Corney ! I know I dont post often I just read the board but this was way to juicey not to mention. Life after Hardy ??? What will it be like? Great, I know a few businesses who may start to sponsor Latics now- abliet next season!!!. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
youngen Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Great, I know a few businesses who may start to sponsor Latics now- abliet next season!!!. Ditto Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 You're all going to meet him again one day. You know that don't you? Somewhere warm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancy lad Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 You're all going to meet him again one day. You know that don't you? Somewhere warm. Tenerife? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticMark Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Tenerife? Close - but a little warmer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
help_shiny Posted October 18, 2010 Share Posted October 18, 2010 Close - but a little warmer! I've always fancied dumping him in the Western Sahara if that's what you mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CheekyLatic Posted October 19, 2010 Author Share Posted October 19, 2010 I've always fancied dumping him in the Western Sahara if that's what you mean One man at the club who controls everything! Would we then employ a trained Monkey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 19, 2010 Share Posted October 19, 2010 One man at the club who controls everything! Would we then employ a trained Monkey? Doubt they'd train them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
singe Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 One man at the club who controls everything! Would we then employ a trained Monkey? Web Monkey or Bean Counter Monkey? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie_m'gurk Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Think Uncle Alan retiring would be a massive gain for the club Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daznathe Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 i think he sees the coming storm and cant be arsed fighting it again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 i think he sees the coming storm and cant be arsed fighting it again You got it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 i think he sees the coming storm and cant be arsed fighting it again Yep. He's already given more of himself than most in that respect, time for someone younger to fight the good fight. By the way, I cannot believe how many people think his depearture will be a good thing. Madness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleetwood Blue Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 i think he sees the coming storm and cant be arsed fighting it again Exactly what i thought, he's not had the easiest job in the last 20 odd years. This club has had more bad days than good of late and i think it has finally took its toll. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edhunteruk Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Yep. He's already given more of himself than most in that respect, time for someone younger to fight the good fight. By the way, I cannot believe how many people think his depearture will be a good thing. Madness. why not post something contrary to popular concensus then to enlighten those who think this?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lookers_Carl Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 Yep. He's already given more of himself than most in that respect, time for someone younger to fight the good fight. By the way, I cannot believe how many people think his depearture will be a good thing. Madness. Some people would think that for the reason you outlined in your first sentence. Without meaning to come across as disrespectful to Alan Hardy, or undermine his position, would it really be such a bad thing to have a new, younger chief executive at the helm who can bring fresh ideas to the table on how to take the club forward (assuming the rumour is true of course)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
razza699 Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I cant believe people believe the opening poster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garcon Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 why not post something contrary to popular concensus then to enlighten those who think this?? If it wasn't for the effort Hardy put into saving the club when times were at their worst, we wouldn't be here at all now. He was the first to see M**re for what he was and what he was about to do to the club and has been at the forefront of protecting and promoting the club since. Probably too much has been said of his weaknesses, opnly exposed by his willingness to take too much on. I don't believe his doubters have the faintest clue just how much of the club's day to day operation relies on him. I don't think even those involved in the club from boardroom to ticket office will realise how much he does until he's gone and it's too late. The club's organisation barely survived when he was off ill for a few weeks - it'll be utter chaos when he's gone for good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daznathe Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 If it wasn't for the effort Hardy put into saving the club when times were at their worst, we wouldn't be here at all now. He was the first to see M**re for what he was and what he was about to do to the club and has been at the forefront of protecting and promoting the club since. Probably too much has been said of his weaknesses, opnly exposed by his willingness to take too much on. I don't believe his doubters have the faintest clue just how much of the club's day to day operation relies on him. I don't think even those involved in the club from boardroom to ticket office will realise how much he does until he's gone and it's too late. The club's organisation barely survived when he was off ill for a few weeks - it'll be utter chaos when he's gone for good. correct. AND he replies to emails. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edhunteruk Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 If it wasn't for the effort Hardy put into saving the club when times were at their worst, we wouldn't be here at all now. He was the first to see M**re for what he was and what he was about to do to the club and has been at the forefront of protecting and promoting the club since. Probably too much has been said of his weaknesses, opnly exposed by his willingness to take too much on. I don't believe his doubters have the faintest clue just how much of the club's day to day operation relies on him. I don't think even those involved in the club from boardroom to ticket office will realise how much he does until he's gone and it's too late. The club's organisation barely survived when he was off ill for a few weeks - it'll be utter chaos when he's gone for good. we need a like button now..well said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcprozac Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 (edited) Yep. He's already given more of himself than most in that respect, time for someone younger to fight the good fight. By the way, I cannot believe how many people think his depearture will be a good thing. Madness. Despite my well publicised mis-givings, Alan is a Latic through and through and has worked his arse off for the club for over 30 years - recently to the detriment of his well-being. I for one am grateful he was around to help pick the pieces up after Moore's departure. My criticisms have never been personal just comments over my and others perceptions on how things are being handled within the club. As the one constant and Chief Exec, Alan is there rightly or wrongly to be shot at. I hope he is replaced with someone as competent, but younger and with lots of ideas to take the club forward - hopefully not one of TTA cronies. As for Alan (if it is him retiring) I don't blame him, like it or not your own well-being is far more important than Oldham Athletic. It looks like one way or another we really are on the precipice of a new era dawning at Oldham Athletic.... PS Don't forget to clear the cellar of any evidence and make sure Gordon goes to a good home... Edited October 20, 2010 by oafcprozac Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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