Coaching preference for 2024

[dannyt]

Now what are we going to talk about?

I'm sure we'll find something to bicker about. Afterall, the McGregor and hook years have seen almost universal support on this forum in the condemnation of these two.

 

[Lovemedragons]

Our online DNA consists of vocal fans who are loud and passionate about the club, who desperately want success and who are frustrated since 2010; that is a difficult fan base for any coach to keep happy.

In my lifetime I can only recall three coaches Roy Masters, David Waite and Wayne Bennett who seemed to manage to get the faithful on board.

we loved Harry too, maybe just before your time.

 

[dannyt]

we loved Harry too, maybe just before your time.

Found this little gem: https://www.rugbyleagueproject.org/teams/st-george-dragons/coaches.html

 

[Lovemedragons]

Found this little gem: https://www.rugbyleagueproject.org/teams/st-george-dragons/coaches.html
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Geez Norm Provan did ok hey

 

[dannyt]

Geez Norm Provan did ok hey

Ken Kearney with >80% win ratio over 142 games over 7 years in total also did ok!

Edit- what's the story with John Bailey? Only one game in 1976.

Edit again. Langlands was the coach in 1976, but didn't coach one game on 11 April-Bailey listed as coach. Lost 30-4 to Manly.

 

[Slippery Morris]

One thing for sure, 72.4% of the voters will be happy with Flanno. 5.5% or should I say Hook's relatives who votes are probably still disappointed?

 

[Draginzaaar]

Your first three paragraphs are great, but your fourth?

You say "too soon" to bring McGregor back, implying that he should come back at some stage. My question is why?

He was the the trainer when Brownie was the coach, and we seemed to suffer a serious injury every week. The first thing Bennett did when he got here was sack him, and then he weaseled his way back in when Bennett left. He then proceeded to white-ant all and sundry when he finally became coach, getting rid of Demetriou while Robson couldn't get out of here quickly enough. I haven't even mentioned his abysmal tactics as coach, nor the excuses he would trot out on a weekly basis, nor his coaching record.

In all seriousness, why would you want him back in any capacity?

Bennett got rid of McGregor as the fitness man because he had his own.

 

[dannyt]

Bennett got rid of McGregor as the fitness man because he had his own.

Sure, but this is only one factor. Ability also had to part to play.

 

[Mojo]

I really don't want to see this but we cannot help it. It has become part of our DNA from the time Price got the job and ending with Hook so unless (subject to official confirmation) Flanagan starts his head coaching stint at the Dragons with good results, that "Sack" thread will be posted I feel sure. As I said, it's in our DNA.

By the way - and it is no confirmation - but someone has posted in Flanagan's Wikipedia that he is the head coach from 2024. We know that these sorts of things can be easily put into Wiki.

I've been predicting that we'd sack the next bloke before he starts. They're giving us a head start this time.

PS: I do agree with you though, they become mean and nasty threads. Lynch mob mentality.

Someone told me that Andrew Johns once said that he would never want to play for Saints because the supporters are so unforgiving. It's so sad when you expect nothing but the elation of success while you slowly descend into the quicksand of failure.

 

[Mojo]

Our online DNA consists of vocal fans who are loud and passionate about the club, who desperately want success and who are frustrated since 2010; that is a difficult fan base for any coach to keep happy.

In my lifetime I can only recall three coaches Roy Masters, David Waite and Wayne Bennett who seemed to manage to get the faithful on board.

The common denominator being .... winning!

 

[Mojo]

Two of which were teachers.
Too late now but we should have hired another teacher as coach - maybe Miss Management from the Old Boys High School!

Bring back the cane.

 

[RedVee_8]

No love for Brian Smith?

Or Harry Bath ?

 

[Mojo]

Now what are we going to talk about?

Making Hunt play 9.

 

[Mojo]

Sure, but this is only one factor. Ability also had to play a part.

McGregor was so fast his own hair couldn't keep up with him.

 

[zombiebloodlust]

Sorry mate I always read your posts with interest but not sure of the continual push for Des didnt he FINALLY come out and say he wasnt interested in the Dragons HC role ? Maybe I have it wrong but that is what he said in an interview I saw.

In the words of the immortal band the Bad Brains, Money Changes Everything.

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]

Flanners could bring Bullimor and/or Harper from Manly

Unsigned I think.

 

[shiloh dc]

Harper's bazaar lack of skill is not welcome at the Dragons.

 

[Gardenia]

Coming in late after a big work day to this forum. So bloody happy with the Flanno news! Loved his quote about how he can help this club he wants to help this club and he wants to job! Wont go full woopee yeeehaar till its officially announced by the Club. ( Unless it has been and ive missed it).
Now Wrap this up the right way this time BOD and let the man get to work!!!

 

[The Silverdale Phantom]

Harper's bazaar lack of skill is not welcome at the Dragons.

No worries.

The roster beckons I guess. Bully might add some depth on the cheap.

Could be some quiet words spoken at the back of the manly sheds to encourage a couple to come over.

All new coaches engage in this kind of mischief I’m told.

 

[possm]

Why would Flanagan need to engage in a interview contest, he took over a club that I thought were going to be extinct ( wishful thinking), 2010, uh the good ol days with immortal master coach, another long term dominance heading the Red V way, haha not to be, anyway the titanic sinks and Flanno throws the lamp into the sea, way way far from the Porch.

It could have been another St George era of domination. Only Doust wanted Bennett at 750k for three years, not five. Long term it would have been much better to have Bennett for five years, he may have even agreed to an extension if everything went well., he might have even extended his stay.