It seems old habits die hard.
Calling Jimmy Dean? :dontknow:
It will be interesting to see whats on the Menu for today.
Is this some new game on the forum - guess what it means? Can someone please enlighten me?
https://premium.lynnnews.co.uk/sport/linnets-set-to-part-company-with-head-coach-9434875/
That's ridiculous.
I've been excited at the start of this season, we're playing good football, we have the basis of a good team.......and now this.
We can all speculate what the "non football" reasons are, but it's ridiculous.
Of course the new person we appoint could be an improvement.....but they could also be a lot worse
Walks.
Do you mind me asking what you find ridiculous about it please?
Surely there's more to being a Manager than just being able to put a potentially good squad together and potentially get some decent results?
The thing is Walks some don't need to speculate.
https://www.kltown.co.uk/2025/09/24/club-statement-james-rowe/
I can't see Bal getting away with that.
Supporters and Sponsors will need a bit more meat on the bone, and deservedly so.
Well the 'risk' Bal took has backfired spectacularly. Does this bring into question his decision making in the eyes of the fans but also the owner.
First big appointment he has had to make and he's got it wrong, big time. The National coverage this now going to attract must have a negative effect on the Club and its business.
Eyes will be very much in Bal going forward. Surely he realised this appointment had all the potential to go wrong yet he took that gamble.
Just read the Club statement. Is that really the best Club can come up with ? I think the least we should expect is some form of apology from Bal. or does he already feel his job is untenable ?
Resigned?
Maybe technically, but apparently given no choice (and rightly so).
Bad appointment. It could have backfired more than it has. Staff and supporters need protecting. Supporters and Sponsors have invested heavily this season due to what they were told and after having their expectations raised. In this day and age it's a "fall on your sword" matter, but I doubt we'll see that happen here.
I think (and hope) we will see a further statement soon, and maybe even Bal issuing an apology on this one.
https://premium.lynnnews.co.uk/sport/rowe-leaves-linnets-9434922/
Quote from: Mallard on September 24, 2025, 03:01:14 PMWell the 'risk' Bal took has backfired spectacularly. Does this bring into question his decision making in the eyes of the fans but also the owner.
First big appointment he has had to make and he's got it wrong, big time. The National coverage this now going to attract must have a negative effect on the Club and its business.
Eyes will be very much in Bal going forward. Surely he realised this appointment had all the potential to go wrong yet he took that gamble.
Just read the Club statement. Is that really the best Club can come up with ? I think the least we should expect is some form of apology from Bal. or does he already feel his job is untenable ?
Mall, all managerial appointments come with 'risk' - just look at Clarke or Hughes in recent times, although the risk with with Rowe was always likely to be 'non-footballing'. Personally I am not going to second guess Bal, I said at the time I thought JR was a good appointment and am sorry that we are at this point, that isn't to defend JR and if he and the club consider his actions merit his resignation then that is between them and any other parties involved.
Thoughts now turn to Saturday and a big FA Cup game for Joe Simpson to step up to, nothing in the statement but JR's backroom team looked a little light with Jones going out on loan so wonder if there is the option to recall him to assist Joe until a permanent appointment is made?
Quote from: TonyM on September 24, 2025, 04:00:27 PMQuote from: Mallard on September 24, 2025, 03:01:14 PMWell the 'risk' Bal took has backfired spectacularly. Does this bring into question his decision making in the eyes of the fans but also the owner.
First big appointment he has had to make and he's got it wrong, big time. The National coverage this now going to attract must have a negative effect on the Club and its business.
Eyes will be very much in Bal going forward. Surely he realised this appointment had all the potential to go wrong yet he took that gamble.
Just read the Club statement. Is that really the best Club can come up with ? I think the least we should expect is some form of apology from Bal. or does he already feel his job is untenable ?
Mall, all managerial appointments come with 'risk' - just look at Clarke or Hughes in recent times, although the risk with with Rowe was always likely to be 'non-footballing'. Personally I am not going to second guess Bal, I said at the time I thought JR was a good appointment and am sorry that we are at this point, that isn't to defend JR and if he and the club consider his actions merit his resignation then that is between them and any other parties involved.
Thoughts now turn to Saturday and a big FA Cup game for Joe Simpson to step up to, nothing in the statement but JR's backroom team looked a little light with Jones going out on loan so wonder if there is the option to recall him to assist Joe until a permanent appointment is made?
Surely there's "risk", then there's "RISK".
Quote from: Blue_and_Gold on September 24, 2025, 12:51:36 PMWalks.
Do you mind me asking what you find ridiculous about it please?
Surely there's more to being a Manager than just being able to put a potentially good squad together and potentially get some decent results?
My comment of "Ridiculous" wasn't aimed at the manager, or anyone in particular for that matter
My comment of "ridiculous" was that it seems to sum up the luck this club has!!
We all mostly agree the football was good, the signings were good and to have it taken away is ridiculous(luck)
Quote from: Mallard on September 24, 2025, 01:08:13 PMThe thing is Walks some don't need to speculate.
If the truth comes out, then all when and good, but people will always speculate unless they know the facts
Do you have anything you'd like to share Mallard??!!
Feel the whole situation is a a real sad affair. Rowe certainly knows his Football and the expansive brand of Football was indeed a treat to watch at times. How close he was to getting it right we will never know.
Hard to believe it's all been chucked up in the air, for what ?
I wonder who people fancy as the next taxi off the rank? I understand I'm in the running but sadly I won't be throwing my hat into the ring. As the person suggesting it has backed enough wrong Horses over the past few years. I wouldn't want to be the next one 😂😂
Clown
Genuine question. What do people think Culverhouse do with this group of players that Rowe has assembled ?
I have to admit to having a blind spot where Cully is concerned. Still think the Football we enjoyed under him in the two promotion season was a bit special.
Quote from: Mallard on September 24, 2025, 04:34:25 PMFeel the whole situation is a a real sad affair. Rowe certainly knows his Football and the expansive brand of Football was indeed a treat to watch at times. How close he was to getting it right we will never know.
Hard to believe it's all been chucked up in the air, for what ?
I wonder who people fancy as the next taxi off the rank? I understand I'm in the running but sadly I won't be throwing my hat into the ring. As the person suggesting it has backed enough wrong Horses over the past few years. I wouldn't want to be the next one 😂😂
Clown
And there was me hoping to be your assistant.
Or at the very least, the person to carry Percy Hoopers Magic sponge! :laughcry:
Just when Lynn seemed to be in calmer waters after a summer of turmoil and upheaval. The club statement was an insult to supporters who deserve a better explanation. I doubt we will hear from Mr Rowe as I can not remember hearing him once speak directly to the local media, always through the club media man. No doubt social media will be spilling the beans, so surely it would be better if the club came out with a fuller explanation now.
Michael Gash could be a contender
Quote from: John H on September 24, 2025, 05:02:11 PMMichael Gash could be a contender
Yes, I would think there's a good chance of it being him (rumour has it was Bal's first choice, but was persuaded by one of his "advisers" to go for Rowe) although full time may be and issue.
Jimmy Dean?
There's another one (who's name escapes me at the moment :scarf: ) who could also throw his hat into the ring.
Quote from: Colin Fuller on September 24, 2025, 05:00:06 PMJust when Lynn seemed to be in calmer waters after a summer of turmoil and upheaval. The club statement was an insult to supporters who deserve a better explanation.
Can't disagree with that.
I thought Gash wasn't considered for the job as he was unable to commit to Lynn's full time status.
Name to throw out there Adam Hinshelwood. Check out his stats as a Manager
Rowe gone. Now we need to move on. We have in my opinion the best squad we have had in years. It would be beneficial now to find a manager who can move the team on. Let's be honest here in Lynn we are out on a limb country wise, Lynn and Norwich are on the road to nowhere, apart from our lovely coast. I would personally like to see Michael Gash back backed up by Luke Steel. We have Adam Marriott who has years of experience to help out.
Such a shame it has ended like this as James Rowe is easily one of the best managers at this level and it shows with the style of football we've been playing. Unfortunately, without saying too much, Rowe has now made himself unemployable in football and has truly spat in the face of a club that was prepared to give him a fresh start after his not guilty verdict.
Anyway, we must move on and get behind the players this Saturday at Royston in the FA Cup. Not a million miles away so let's all make the effort and end the week on a positive note :bus: :scarf:
Very disappointed. I was thrilled when James Rowe was appointed and the brand of football has been good to watch. I wish I knew what the issues were and whether they could have been resolved. But I will console myself with my feelings it would have only been a temporary role anyway. If he was successful here he would have left for a bigger club in a heartbeat
The story has even made the BBC's website
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/clyd5g5x8r2o
Quote from: Mallard on September 24, 2025, 05:29:49 PMName to throw out there Adam Hinshelwood. Check out his stats as a Manager
Good call that one.
Out of work but I would guess no shortage of offers.
Or, another return of Cully? He liked it here apart from our Elephant in the room. Although I would presume he'd steer clear until the takeover deal is fully completed. :dontknow:
https://premium.lynnnews.co.uk/sport/names-in-the-frame-for-linnets-hot-seat-9435206/
Another name to throw in the hat is ex Wimbledon and Burton Mark Robinson. Though his stats are far from impressive.
Be interested to see Paul's thought he seems to have an eye for these things
Don't worry. We're all guessing, but it will come out. My own impression of him was that he is far too volatile to have stayed composed enough to keep a steady ship. I hope that any new manager will get the job because his answers to interview questions are ideas and not cliches, his perception of the way to play rather than "physicality", "character", etc. They all get sacked in the end! Records in management or playing career are irrelevant - Gerrard, Rooney, Lampard, Neville, etc are testament to that!
Ferguson, Clough. 😂
I just hope whoever gets the job doesn't look to rip up the playbook and start again. A lot of ingredients seem to be there. Maybe an experienced old hand at the back wouldn't go amiss.
Dean seems destined to become Lynn Manager sooner or later, so I'll go with him on this occasion.
Quote from: Blue_and_Gold on September 26, 2025, 05:10:02 PMDean seems destined to become Lynn Manager sooner or later, so I'll go with him on this occasion.
Could we please have a dull moment or perhaps an hour or two.
Quote from: mike20382 on September 26, 2025, 05:18:29 PMQuote from: Blue_and_Gold on September 26, 2025, 05:10:02 PMDean seems destined to become Lynn Manager sooner or later, so I'll go with him on this occasion.
Could we please have a dull moment or perhaps an hour or two.
Didn't you have enough of that watching last season?
I'm not as convinced as some that the current "Rowe" team is much better than last season's squad. There are one or two better players, and a team trying to win games rather than pinch them, but we need a couple of skilful midfielders and another potential goalscorer, dare I say a nipster in the box!
Quote from: dillydilly on September 27, 2025, 09:44:20 AMI'm not as convinced as some that the current "Rowe" team is much better than last season's squad. There are one or two better players, and a team trying to win games rather than pinch them, but we need a couple of skilful midfielders and another potential goalscorer, dare I say a nipster in the box!
In fairness, finding a goal scorer is probably the most difficult, and expensive, position to fill.
It's no good just getting someone in that's "adequate". He will need to be one of the top for this level, or it will be pointless.
I'm sure that this is top of the agenda at the moment.
We were spoilt over the years with duo's like Defty/ Bloomfield then later Gash/Marriot.
Quote from: Mallard on September 26, 2025, 12:18:46 PMAnother name to throw in the hat is ex Wimbledon and Burton Mark Robinson. Though his stats are far from impressive.
Apparently at the game on Saturday with Bal and Backie.
My latest theory.
Joe gets the job with Robinson filling some sort of other footballing role. He has more experience and success with Academies than managing.
Bal's not exactly a footballing man, so Club needs more experience in this area.
Good fit? I'd go with it.