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Usain Bolt!

pjennings

Well-Known Member
. i've heard that re-turfing is on the cards in the short term ... but i also think the issue is deeper than the turf - we'll have to wait and see what is done and how it holds up

. if anybody remembers back to the CCS re-surfacing/reparation fiasco may remember that the cold months are not a good time to do such work ... hopefully it warms up soon

If they get the go ahead on Ibis Rd soon it may be better to build the new fields properly first before doing remedial work on the existing field.
 

pjennings

Well-Known Member
PFA CEO: We’re behind Usain Bolt move… if it’s done right
By
Daily Football Show

August 14, 2018
http://plus.google.com/share?url=ht...ere-behind-usain-bolt-move-if-its-done-right/


PFA CEO John Didulica insists his organisation will be behind Central Coast Mariners’ polarising move to bring Usain Bolt to the club so long as it is executed “strategically”.

Bolt is set to link up with Central Coast on 18 August for an indefinite training period, which could last up to six months or, if required, more.

Central Coast and Bolt are hopeful Bolt’s time in Gosford will result in an improvement expansive enough to warrant a first ever pro football contract for the 31-year-old.

The former Olympic sprint champion has tried his hand in football previously, training with Stromsgodset (Norway), Mamelodi Sundowns (South Africa) and Borussia Dortmund.

It should be noted that joint sponsor Puma had some influence over the Dortmund spell, but alas, none of those trials amounted to a professional deal.

Central Coast CEO Shaun Mielekamp, despite remaining coy initially on the question, told AAP that head coach Mike Mulvey would have the final say on whether Bolt would be recruited as a player.

Mielekamp has already revealed a host of sponsors have reached out to the club in the wake of the Bolt announcement.

It is a move that has divided the football community, with those in favour of Bolt’s signing contrasted by those arguing in favour of more opportunities for local players, and in some instances, the very integrity of the A-League.

Despite that, Didulica said he would back the Mariners’ adventurous experiment if it was carried out in the right way, and ultimately, maximised.

“It’s not the orthodox way to do things … the ultimate thing is, I agree that clubs should really be empowered to build the rosters that suit their specific clubs,” he told Monday’s Daily Football Show.

“We shouldn’t be preventing a Central Coast or we shouldn’t be preventing other clubs from being able to build the rosters that they need to get the most out of their local community.

“If you look at Usain Bolt in isolation, if the deal is built on a revenue-share model where Usain Bolt will partner with the Mariners to drive sporting outcomes, to drive footballing outcomes, and the Mariners can generate revenue off the back of that, that’s surely a positive thing, particularly if that revenue would go and reinvest into young players from the Central Coast to earn contracts at the club.

“I think there’s some benefits to it if it’s done well and that’s like anything in business … if it’s done opportunistically and if it’s not done strategically, then it becomes a downer.”

Bolt could appear in preseason friendlies, but the jury remains out on just how long he will last in those games.

https://dailyfootballshow.com/pfa-ceo-were-behind-usain-bolt-move-if-its-done-right/
 

Wombat

Well-Known Member
Thanks Carly.

Have a word to council and get them to extend Bryant's rd to link up with the Pac Hwy.:)
 

marinermick

Well-Known Member
Heard that Tuggerah Football Club won't have a home at the new Multi-sport complex. Not sure why.

They were royally screwed over by the Mariners and the club has struggled ever since.
 

style_cafe

Well-Known Member
What sort of sports complex?
I came past there a few weeks ago, they had just turfed most of the fields ,
I`ll head over that way tomorrow for another look,but I seem to remember a few years ago there was talk of a football park with maybe 6-7 fields over that way as there was just not enough football fields on the Central Coast.
I think it was one of Lauries legacies from memory
 

Pokes

Well-Known Member
Heard that Tuggerah Football Club won't have a home at the new Multi-sport complex. Not sure why.

They were royally screwed over by the Mariners and the club has struggled ever since.

I could be wrong, but I think the purpose of the complex was that it’s for sporting events - so like school gala days, zone competitions, representative competitions, or if out of area teams come for a training camp. Obviously that’s not ideal for clubs such as Tuggerah who would benefit it as a home base, but I think their idea was that it was open for the whole coast, not the home of one club...if that makes sense? (I’m sleep deprived, so I don’t blame you if I don’t make sense)
 

Wombat

Well-Known Member
It's probably true Carly....but it's stupid.
It's on Tuggerah FC land....where the hell else are they supposed to play?
Looks like at least 3 Football pitches.....as is you can let Tuggerah rent one at least.
 

pjennings

Well-Known Member
For Mariners fans, Usain Bolt’s arrival is anything but a gimmick

  • August 16, 2018 1:18pm
  • by Lachie Robertson
ac9ac2f4915b00e644b2f372946416f2

Mariners fans are ready for a change — and what could be bigger than this?Source: Supplied
WE Central Coast Mariners fans are ready for change — and what could be bigger than this?

Usain Bolt is coming to the A-League and while it might seem like a joke or a gimmick to many, it might just prove the masterstroke to turn around our ailing club’s fortunes.

Following this club has been a hell of a ride so far.

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As a 10-year-old, I was ecstatic to learn Central Coast would have a team in the inaugural 2005/06 A-League season and the feeling on the school playground was mutual.

Australia was finally going to have a premier football competition and finding a club to barrack for was easy for all the locals. Gosford finally had its own team to compliment the beautiful stadium built in 1999 as an NRL ground for the club merger between Manly Sea Eagles and North Sydney Bears.

The Northern Eagles would only last two years as an NRL team and the stadium was left somewhat abandoned for three years before the groundbreaking announcement of the A-League’s inception.

The Mariners quickly launched what would become one of the most dominant football teams of the A-League’s first decade. The stats speak for themselves: A-League Champions (2012/13), Premiers x 2 (2007/08, 2011/12), Runners up x 3 (2005/06, 2007/08, 2010/2011).

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The Mariners were one of the A-League’s most successful team in the first decade of the competition.
Ultimately, though. changes within the team — and behind the scenes — hurt the club.

Since Graham Arnold departed in 2013 the Mariners have struggled to find a long-term coach, They’re now trying to move forward with Mike Mulvey, a fourth coach in five years, at the helm.

It’s a concerning time for a club seemingly on the ropes.

Over the years Mariners home games were social occasions for school students and families alike. With the stadium located just minutes from my local high school, it was hard to miss a game.

But as seasons rolled over the games started losing core fans and the decline has continued in a worrying sign for the future of sport on the Central Coast.

From a personal point of view, Mariners games got harder to get excited for as times went on. The games lacked atmosphere. The team culture was once built on denying the critics and developing incredible young domestic talent like Mat Ryan, Mile Jedinak and co, but with the departure of Arnold — and later Lawrie McKinna as CEO — those qualities seemed to diminish.

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The glory days. Pedj Bojic, Bernie Ibini, Mat Ryan and Anthony Caceres pose with the A-League trophy.Source:
Other clubs are seemingly thriving, making high profile signings and retaining young talent, while the Mariners have spent the past couple of seasons just trying to survive.

There’s still plenty of talent in the team we see today but it often feels like an inevitable countdown until a star player moves to a rival team — and earns a man-of-the-match performance against the Mariners (like Roy O’Donovan and Matt Simon have done).

It’s disturbing to hear talk of players wanting to stay on the Central Coast but still getting sold off for financial reasons.

From a fan’s perspective, it’s heartbreaking, but an all-too-familiar feeling for Mariners fans. We’re hoping for a drastic turnaround in fortunes — and perhaps no change is more drastic than recruiting the fastest man in the world over 100 metre.

Could the grass finally be getting greener in Gosford?

Bolt’s arrival as he attempts to crossover from athletics to football could have a huge impact on a club rebuilding and potentially transform the club from regional underdog to national juggernaut.

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Bolt arrives on Saturday for an indefinite trial period.
The strategy to recruit Bolt goes beyond Mulvey who’s adamant young Australian talent is still the main focus of the Mariners, and the A-League as a whole. But he sees it as a “fantastic” opportunity for the club, despite the mixed feelings of football critics.

Central Coast seems like a good fit for Bolt, with its club culture built around being underdogs and exceeding expectations. As a team, they effectively have nothing to lose entering the season as the reigning wooden spooners.

67f9ca2901a7d916eb9cb02f8c82d5c7


The eight-time Olympic gold medallist has plenty to prove when it comes to being a footballer. But as one of the world’s greatest ever athletes, imagine the positive mental impact he could also have on the club and its players?

So will Bolt actually play? That decision lies in the new gaffer’s hands.

Bolt arrives in Sydney on Saturday and could start training with the team as early as next week. Eyes will be on the Central Coast Mariners more so than ever before.

Whether Bolt is on the bench, plays two minutes or 20 seconds, the world WILL watch.

It’s exciting times if you’re a Mariners fan. It’s going to be notoriety for a club that’s been struggling to find relevance over the past five years.

What about on the pitch — is anyone expecting Bolt to contribute to positive team results? Well no, I don’t think anyone is expecting Bolt to be the next Lionel Messi or even Bersart Berisha, although I wouldn’t rule out him doing spectacular things on his own.

It could even be the media circus around the man that boosts the Mariners’ performance — crowds could be bigger than ever and that will lift the playing group.

Even if Bolt’s time here in Australia is uncertain, and unlikely to be long, even a small stint with the club could be enough to engage a bored local audience for the upcoming season and beyond.

Call it a gimmick, a joke or whatever you like. As a Mariners fan I welcome Usain Bolt to the Central Coast and can’t wait to see what he’ll deliver the club.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/footba...k/news-story/296a4c412a56f3cae17b4034b4caf9ae
 

Ozhammer

Well-Known Member
. i've heard that re-turfing is on the cards in the short term ... but i also think the issue is deeper than the turf - we'll have to wait and see what is done and how it holds up

. if anybody remembers back to the CCS re-surfacing/reparation fiasco may remember that the cold months are not a good time to do such work ... hopefully it warms up soon
I heard that Pluim 1 is being returfed soon and the old turf is going to be given to CCM to use on the CoE pitch.
 
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BrisRecky

I'm an idiot savant without the pesky savant bit
For Mariners fans, Usain Bolt’s arrival is anything but a gimmick

  • August 16, 2018 1:18pm
  • by Lachie Robertson
ac9ac2f4915b00e644b2f372946416f2

Mariners fans are ready for a change — and what could be bigger than this?Source: Supplied
WE Central Coast Mariners fans are ready for change — and what could be bigger than this?

Usain Bolt is coming to the A-League and while it might seem like a joke or a gimmick to many, it might just prove the masterstroke to turn around our ailing club’s fortunes.

Following this club has been a hell of a ride so far.

6faf46d4e96c598816e0496c586033ed


As a 10-year-old, I was ecstatic to learn Central Coast would have a team in the inaugural 2005/06 A-League season and the feeling on the school playground was mutual.

Australia was finally going to have a premier football competition and finding a club to barrack for was easy for all the locals. Gosford finally had its own team to compliment the beautiful stadium built in 1999 as an NRL ground for the club merger between Manly Sea Eagles and North Sydney Bears.

The Northern Eagles would only last two years as an NRL team and the stadium was left somewhat abandoned for three years before the groundbreaking announcement of the A-League’s inception.

The Mariners quickly launched what would become one of the most dominant football teams of the A-League’s first decade. The stats speak for themselves: A-League Champions (2012/13), Premiers x 2 (2007/08, 2011/12), Runners up x 3 (2005/06, 2007/08, 2010/2011).

bd018d69c1233cb431aedd46aab2bc1a

The Mariners were one of the A-League’s most successful team in the first decade of the competition.
Ultimately, though. changes within the team — and behind the scenes — hurt the club.

Since Graham Arnold departed in 2013 the Mariners have struggled to find a long-term coach, They’re now trying to move forward with Mike Mulvey, a fourth coach in five years, at the helm.

It’s a concerning time for a club seemingly on the ropes.

Over the years Mariners home games were social occasions for school students and families alike. With the stadium located just minutes from my local high school, it was hard to miss a game.

But as seasons rolled over the games started losing core fans and the decline has continued in a worrying sign for the future of sport on the Central Coast.

From a personal point of view, Mariners games got harder to get excited for as times went on. The games lacked atmosphere. The team culture was once built on denying the critics and developing incredible young domestic talent like Mat Ryan, Mile Jedinak and co, but with the departure of Arnold — and later Lawrie McKinna as CEO — those qualities seemed to diminish.

6f2c10e140aef5931717a52eafccef2e

The glory days. Pedj Bojic, Bernie Ibini, Mat Ryan and Anthony Caceres pose with the A-League trophy.Source:
Other clubs are seemingly thriving, making high profile signings and retaining young talent, while the Mariners have spent the past couple of seasons just trying to survive.

There’s still plenty of talent in the team we see today but it often feels like an inevitable countdown until a star player moves to a rival team — and earns a man-of-the-match performance against the Mariners (like Roy O’Donovan and Matt Simon have done).

It’s disturbing to hear talk of players wanting to stay on the Central Coast but still getting sold off for financial reasons.

From a fan’s perspective, it’s heartbreaking, but an all-too-familiar feeling for Mariners fans. We’re hoping for a drastic turnaround in fortunes — and perhaps no change is more drastic than recruiting the fastest man in the world over 100 metre.

Could the grass finally be getting greener in Gosford?

Bolt’s arrival as he attempts to crossover from athletics to football could have a huge impact on a club rebuilding and potentially transform the club from regional underdog to national juggernaut.

66698a0ffc83291c87a54621842dcd84

Bolt arrives on Saturday for an indefinite trial period.
The strategy to recruit Bolt goes beyond Mulvey who’s adamant young Australian talent is still the main focus of the Mariners, and the A-League as a whole. But he sees it as a “fantastic” opportunity for the club, despite the mixed feelings of football critics.

Central Coast seems like a good fit for Bolt, with its club culture built around being underdogs and exceeding expectations. As a team, they effectively have nothing to lose entering the season as the reigning wooden spooners.

67f9ca2901a7d916eb9cb02f8c82d5c7


The eight-time Olympic gold medallist has plenty to prove when it comes to being a footballer. But as one of the world’s greatest ever athletes, imagine the positive mental impact he could also have on the club and its players?

So will Bolt actually play? That decision lies in the new gaffer’s hands.

Bolt arrives in Sydney on Saturday and could start training with the team as early as next week. Eyes will be on the Central Coast Mariners more so than ever before.

Whether Bolt is on the bench, plays two minutes or 20 seconds, the world WILL watch.

It’s exciting times if you’re a Mariners fan. It’s going to be notoriety for a club that’s been struggling to find relevance over the past five years.

What about on the pitch — is anyone expecting Bolt to contribute to positive team results? Well no, I don’t think anyone is expecting Bolt to be the next Lionel Messi or even Bersart Berisha, although I wouldn’t rule out him doing spectacular things on his own.

It could even be the media circus around the man that boosts the Mariners’ performance — crowds could be bigger than ever and that will lift the playing group.

Even if Bolt’s time here in Australia is uncertain, and unlikely to be long, even a small stint with the club could be enough to engage a bored local audience for the upcoming season and beyond.

Call it a gimmick, a joke or whatever you like. As a Mariners fan I welcome Usain Bolt to the Central Coast and can’t wait to see what he’ll deliver the club.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/footba...k/news-story/296a4c412a56f3cae17b4034b4caf9ae
OUTSTANDING pj simply OUTSTANDING
 

midfielder

Well-Known Member
For Mariners fans, Usain Bolt’s arrival is anything but a gimmick

  • August 16, 2018 1:18pm
  • by Lachie Robertson
ac9ac2f4915b00e644b2f372946416f2

Mariners fans are ready for a change — and what could be bigger than this?Source: Supplied
WE Central Coast Mariners fans are ready for change — and what could be bigger than this?

Usain Bolt is coming to the A-League and while it might seem like a joke or a gimmick to many, it might just prove the masterstroke to turn around our ailing club’s fortunes.

Following this club has been a hell of a ride so far.

6faf46d4e96c598816e0496c586033ed


As a 10-year-old, I was ecstatic to learn Central Coast would have a team in the inaugural 2005/06 A-League season and the feeling on the school playground was mutual.

Australia was finally going to have a premier football competition and finding a club to barrack for was easy for all the locals. Gosford finally had its own team to compliment the beautiful stadium built in 1999 as an NRL ground for the club merger between Manly Sea Eagles and North Sydney Bears.

The Northern Eagles would only last two years as an NRL team and the stadium was left somewhat abandoned for three years before the groundbreaking announcement of the A-League’s inception.

The Mariners quickly launched what would become one of the most dominant football teams of the A-League’s first decade. The stats speak for themselves: A-League Champions (2012/13), Premiers x 2 (2007/08, 2011/12), Runners up x 3 (2005/06, 2007/08, 2010/2011).

bd018d69c1233cb431aedd46aab2bc1a

The Mariners were one of the A-League’s most successful team in the first decade of the competition.
Ultimately, though. changes within the team — and behind the scenes — hurt the club.

Since Graham Arnold departed in 2013 the Mariners have struggled to find a long-term coach, They’re now trying to move forward with Mike Mulvey, a fourth coach in five years, at the helm.

It’s a concerning time for a club seemingly on the ropes.

Over the years Mariners home games were social occasions for school students and families alike. With the stadium located just minutes from my local high school, it was hard to miss a game.

But as seasons rolled over the games started losing core fans and the decline has continued in a worrying sign for the future of sport on the Central Coast.

From a personal point of view, Mariners games got harder to get excited for as times went on. The games lacked atmosphere. The team culture was once built on denying the critics and developing incredible young domestic talent like Mat Ryan, Mile Jedinak and co, but with the departure of Arnold — and later Lawrie McKinna as CEO — those qualities seemed to diminish.

6f2c10e140aef5931717a52eafccef2e

The glory days. Pedj Bojic, Bernie Ibini, Mat Ryan and Anthony Caceres pose with the A-League trophy.Source:
Other clubs are seemingly thriving, making high profile signings and retaining young talent, while the Mariners have spent the past couple of seasons just trying to survive.

There’s still plenty of talent in the team we see today but it often feels like an inevitable countdown until a star player moves to a rival team — and earns a man-of-the-match performance against the Mariners (like Roy O’Donovan and Matt Simon have done).

It’s disturbing to hear talk of players wanting to stay on the Central Coast but still getting sold off for financial reasons.

From a fan’s perspective, it’s heartbreaking, but an all-too-familiar feeling for Mariners fans. We’re hoping for a drastic turnaround in fortunes — and perhaps no change is more drastic than recruiting the fastest man in the world over 100 metre.

Could the grass finally be getting greener in Gosford?

Bolt’s arrival as he attempts to crossover from athletics to football could have a huge impact on a club rebuilding and potentially transform the club from regional underdog to national juggernaut.

66698a0ffc83291c87a54621842dcd84

Bolt arrives on Saturday for an indefinite trial period.
The strategy to recruit Bolt goes beyond Mulvey who’s adamant young Australian talent is still the main focus of the Mariners, and the A-League as a whole. But he sees it as a “fantastic” opportunity for the club, despite the mixed feelings of football critics.

Central Coast seems like a good fit for Bolt, with its club culture built around being underdogs and exceeding expectations. As a team, they effectively have nothing to lose entering the season as the reigning wooden spooners.

67f9ca2901a7d916eb9cb02f8c82d5c7


The eight-time Olympic gold medallist has plenty to prove when it comes to being a footballer. But as one of the world’s greatest ever athletes, imagine the positive mental impact he could also have on the club and its players?

So will Bolt actually play? That decision lies in the new gaffer’s hands.

Bolt arrives in Sydney on Saturday and could start training with the team as early as next week. Eyes will be on the Central Coast Mariners more so than ever before.

Whether Bolt is on the bench, plays two minutes or 20 seconds, the world WILL watch.

It’s exciting times if you’re a Mariners fan. It’s going to be notoriety for a club that’s been struggling to find relevance over the past five years.

What about on the pitch — is anyone expecting Bolt to contribute to positive team results? Well no, I don’t think anyone is expecting Bolt to be the next Lionel Messi or even Bersart Berisha, although I wouldn’t rule out him doing spectacular things on his own.

It could even be the media circus around the man that boosts the Mariners’ performance — crowds could be bigger than ever and that will lift the playing group.

Even if Bolt’s time here in Australia is uncertain, and unlikely to be long, even a small stint with the club could be enough to engage a bored local audience for the upcoming season and beyond.

Call it a gimmick, a joke or whatever you like. As a Mariners fan I welcome Usain Bolt to the Central Coast and can’t wait to see what he’ll deliver the club.

https://www.foxsports.com.au/footba...k/news-story/296a4c412a56f3cae17b4034b4caf9ae

PJ best post maybe ever on our site
 

BrisRecky

I'm an idiot savant without the pesky savant bit
Mrs Recky just saw Zelic and Basheer on the TWG video on FB bagging the Bolt trial ...and she said , “ if it was either Sydney or Victory, they would be singing the praises of the genius idea” ....couldn’t agree more
 

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