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Looks like a good player from this YouTube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_JF7UMoTh4

Seems like a ready-made replacement for Vigurs if he has indeed left for Oldham. And a two-year deal is interesting. Probably with a view to him impressing this coming season and being sold for a profit next year, based on the article stating his desire to play in England.]]>
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Looks like a good player from this YouTube video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_JF7UMoTh4

Seems like a ready-made replacement for Vigurs if he has indeed left for Oldham. And a two-year deal is interesting. Probably with a view to him impressing this coming season and being sold for a profit next year, based on the article stating his desire to play in England.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1007 Fri, 24 May 2013 15:16:42 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1007
Great news as Roy has said in the press that the contract extension offer has been on the table for a while. Stability allows us to carry on building the squad knowing the management will be in place for a couple more years. That'll quash the Del to Motherwell talk before it even starts too!

Derek Adams, the Manager who has orchestrated Ross County's rise from the Second Division to the SPL, has put pen to paper on an extended contract which keeps him at the Global Energy Stadium until the end of Season 2015/2016. The news has been warmly welcomed by all at the Dingwall Club, particularly in light of the praise and plaudits Adams' achievements have garnered bringing him to national attention.

Despite having picked up an unprecedented 3 Manager of the Month awards in County's first season as an SPL team, Chairman Roy MacGregor insisted very few realised the true value of the man who has brought such success to the Staggies;
"Derek's CV is an amazing read - he's brought this Club not only the greatest period in it's long history, but I think probably greater success than many could ever have imagined for us. Of course it is right that I highlight the First and Second Division titles and 2 Challenge Cups that he has brought to Dingwall as well as a top six finish in our debut season in the SPL and a Scottish Cup Final appearance, but even these amazing achievements don't tell the full story.
What Derek has brought to this Club more than anything is an ethos and a sense of belief and indeed purpose. He is one of the most focussed and driven people I have ever met, and his vision of what this Football Club could and should achieve has been at the very centre of everything that Ross County have achieved during his tenure as Manager. His dedication and attention to detail is what has enabled Derek to lead this Club forwards on and off the park.
I have spoken many times of the value of the inspirational leadership Derek has provided at the Club and this extended contract now gives us a period of stability as we look to build on the success he has brought to the Club."

Derek himself added,
"I am delighted to extend my stay at Ross County Football Club. We are one of the few Clubs in Scotland with access to quality training facilities right here at the Stadium, and having started my tenure in the Second Division we have been able to build not only a team and a squad but also a culture at the Football Club. Our successes have been built on this ethos, and I think this shows what can be achieved by building a team spirit and putting the players at the heart of the Football Club.
I am under no illusions as to the challenges that lie ahead in the coming seasons, but both I and my players relish them and I am delighted to be preparing for them with the added stability this extension to my contract gives us."]]>
Great news as Roy has said in the press that the contract extension offer has been on the table for a while. Stability allows us to carry on building the squad knowing the management will be in place for a couple more years. That'll quash the Del to Motherwell talk before it even starts too!

Derek Adams, the Manager who has orchestrated Ross County's rise from the Second Division to the SPL, has put pen to paper on an extended contract which keeps him at the Global Energy Stadium until the end of Season 2015/2016. The news has been warmly welcomed by all at the Dingwall Club, particularly in light of the praise and plaudits Adams' achievements have garnered bringing him to national attention.

Despite having picked up an unprecedented 3 Manager of the Month awards in County's first season as an SPL team, Chairman Roy MacGregor insisted very few realised the true value of the man who has brought such success to the Staggies;
"Derek's CV is an amazing read - he's brought this Club not only the greatest period in it's long history, but I think probably greater success than many could ever have imagined for us. Of course it is right that I highlight the First and Second Division titles and 2 Challenge Cups that he has brought to Dingwall as well as a top six finish in our debut season in the SPL and a Scottish Cup Final appearance, but even these amazing achievements don't tell the full story.
What Derek has brought to this Club more than anything is an ethos and a sense of belief and indeed purpose. He is one of the most focussed and driven people I have ever met, and his vision of what this Football Club could and should achieve has been at the very centre of everything that Ross County have achieved during his tenure as Manager. His dedication and attention to detail is what has enabled Derek to lead this Club forwards on and off the park.
I have spoken many times of the value of the inspirational leadership Derek has provided at the Club and this extended contract now gives us a period of stability as we look to build on the success he has brought to the Club."

Derek himself added,
"I am delighted to extend my stay at Ross County Football Club. We are one of the few Clubs in Scotland with access to quality training facilities right here at the Stadium, and having started my tenure in the Second Division we have been able to build not only a team and a squad but also a culture at the Football Club. Our successes have been built on this ethos, and I think this shows what can be achieved by building a team spirit and putting the players at the heart of the Football Club.
I am under no illusions as to the challenges that lie ahead in the coming seasons, but both I and my players relish them and I am delighted to be preparing for them with the added stability this extension to my contract gives us."]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1006 Thu, 23 May 2013 21:10:57 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1006
The only problem I can see is that is raises the expectations for the following season. Added onto that is the fact that we could lose almost all of our midfield, which has been magnificent this season.

On top of that, can we expect Dundee United, Aberdeen and Hibs to be as inconsistent as they were this season?

I think if we finish between 7th and 9th it would be considered a successful season? What does everyone else think?]]>
The only problem I can see is that is raises the expectations for the following season. Added onto that is the fact that we could lose almost all of our midfield, which has been magnificent this season.

On top of that, can we expect Dundee United, Aberdeen and Hibs to be as inconsistent as they were this season?

I think if we finish between 7th and 9th it would be considered a successful season? What does everyone else think?]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1005 Thu, 23 May 2013 14:10:50 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1005
The tickets are for Saturday 25th May @ 12:53 for 2 people. Sell for £20.
Good deal as it would cost you £79.40 for 2 or £39.70 for 1 at the moment.

We are selling due to change of plans.

Anybody interested please pm me.

I shall delete this topic after the weekend has passed.

Thank you for your time.]]>
The tickets are for Saturday 25th May @ 12:53 for 2 people. Sell for £20.
Good deal as it would cost you £79.40 for 2 or £39.70 for 1 at the moment.

We are selling due to change of plans.

Anybody interested please pm me.

I shall delete this topic after the weekend has passed.

Thank you for your time.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1004 Tue, 21 May 2013 15:52:15 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1004 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1003 Tue, 21 May 2013 08:11:01 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1003
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I was told at the beginning of the season that our budget was based on a 3000 average attendance so we more than achieved it.

Without doubt we are the number 1 team in the Highlands!!

More fans
More trophies
More points in the top six over the last 8 years (and we have only been in the league 1 year)
A better stadium, by a country mile
I could go on and on

As someone once said, you are only as good as your last result. We are number 1 and they are in our shadow!!!]]>
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I was told at the beginning of the season that our budget was based on a 3000 average attendance so we more than achieved it.

Without doubt we are the number 1 team in the Highlands!!

More fans
More trophies
More points in the top six over the last 8 years (and we have only been in the league 1 year)
A better stadium, by a country mile
I could go on and on

As someone once said, you are only as good as your last result. We are number 1 and they are in our shadow!!!]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1002 Mon, 20 May 2013 22:15:00 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1002 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1001 Mon, 20 May 2013 16:05:15 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1001
Share your favourite memories. My favourite Lawson goal was thon screamer against Partick Thistle in a 2-2 draw a few seasons back (I also have a hazy memory of a pretty good goal against Berwick Rangers at the end of 07/08 season but it's one of those which has increased in distance and audacity year on year, last I recall it was 47 yards and dinked into the top corner).

Mind that pass for Gardyne's equaliser at Easter Road? I do.


Share love and appreciation here.]]>
Share your favourite memories. My favourite Lawson goal was thon screamer against Partick Thistle in a 2-2 draw a few seasons back (I also have a hazy memory of a pretty good goal against Berwick Rangers at the end of 07/08 season but it's one of those which has increased in distance and audacity year on year, last I recall it was 47 yards and dinked into the top corner).

Mind that pass for Gardyne's equaliser at Easter Road? I do.


Share love and appreciation here.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1000 Sun, 19 May 2013 16:15:01 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=1000 To those that won't be with us next season I wish you well in everything you do as long as its not against County.
Happy days, bring on next season - onwards and upwards County onwards and upwards.]]> To those that won't be with us next season I wish you well in everything you do as long as its not against County.
Happy days, bring on next season - onwards and upwards County onwards and upwards.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=999 Thu, 16 May 2013 20:17:20 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=999
Could you recommend any good online youth football coaching websites, links, downloads etc? Looking to put a programme together for a schools initiative.

Many thanks!]]>
Could you recommend any good online youth football coaching websites, links, downloads etc? Looking to put a programme together for a schools initiative.

Many thanks!]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=998 Wed, 15 May 2013 13:36:03 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=998
It's been confirmed that we're heading back to Holland for pre-season and this time we'll be playing PEC Zwolle who play in the top league in Holland after winning promotion last year just like ourselves. The game will take place on 26th July on Friday night.

I was offshore last year so couldn't make it but a few of us have been talking for a while about going if County went abroad for pre-season again. I'm going to be onshore this time around so definitely keen. I know Spain, Jailender, SlatefordStag, StrathyStaggy and a few others were talking about going too if possible.]]>
It's been confirmed that we're heading back to Holland for pre-season and this time we'll be playing PEC Zwolle who play in the top league in Holland after winning promotion last year just like ourselves. The game will take place on 26th July on Friday night.

I was offshore last year so couldn't make it but a few of us have been talking for a while about going if County went abroad for pre-season again. I'm going to be onshore this time around so definitely keen. I know Spain, Jailender, SlatefordStag, StrathyStaggy and a few others were talking about going too if possible.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=997 Wed, 15 May 2013 10:04:10 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=997
Obviously it goes without saying that we want to beat ICT, and although we could still finish 6th lets be optimistic, so sticking to the most likely outcomes what do you want:]]>
Obviously it goes without saying that we want to beat ICT, and although we could still finish 6th lets be optimistic, so sticking to the most likely outcomes what do you want:]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=996 Tue, 14 May 2013 22:09:20 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=996 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=994 Tue, 14 May 2013 12:52:10 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=994 http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22507128

With the change of Managers in the Manchester camps, Im thinking/hoping it could be a 4 horse race for the title next season.

Id easily put money on Man Utd, Man City, and Chelsea winning it. Wenger has to push for it surely, id say he has the most to do. So Arsenal to...maybe even Tottenham?

Could be exciting next season, unless Moyes and Pellegrini (if the rumours are true) slot in with no problems and continue the Manchester dominance for another season....

Bookies odds are going to be interesting anyway.]]> http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22507128

With the change of Managers in the Manchester camps, Im thinking/hoping it could be a 4 horse race for the title next season.

Id easily put money on Man Utd, Man City, and Chelsea winning it. Wenger has to push for it surely, id say he has the most to do. So Arsenal to...maybe even Tottenham?

Could be exciting next season, unless Moyes and Pellegrini (if the rumours are true) slot in with no problems and continue the Manchester dominance for another season....

Bookies odds are going to be interesting anyway.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=993 Mon, 13 May 2013 19:36:22 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=993 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=992 Sat, 11 May 2013 22:24:03 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=992
If we win both of our remaining games by the narrowest of margins (two 1-0 wins) we would qualify provided that St. J. don’t beat Motherwell next Sunday by at least four clear goals (4-0, 5-0, 6-0, 5-1, 6-1, etc.). However, in the same scenario if St. J. scored five goals or more against Motherwell, a winning margin of at least three clear goals would be enough for them to finish third (5-2, 6-3, 7-4, etc.). However, this would also mean that two 1-0 wins for us would be enough even if St. J manage to beat Motherwell 3-0 or 4-1 next Sunday.

If we win one of our games 1-0 and win the other game 2-1, all of the above would apply, together with qualification for Europe even if St. J. beat Motherwell 5-2.

If we win both of our games 2-1 all of the above would apply together with qualification, even if St. J. beat Motherwell 6-3.

As has already been pointed out a draw tomorrow would be enough, provided that we beat ICT by at least three clear goals (3-0, 4-1, 5-2) and provided that St. J lose or draw against Motherwell.

Two 2-1 or 3-2 wins would be better for us than two 1-0 wins.

Our players undoubtedly have the capability and the collective mental strength to win both games.

Our destiny is indeed in our own hands.

We are all Ross County.

Believe.

The time is now………………………]]>
If we win both of our remaining games by the narrowest of margins (two 1-0 wins) we would qualify provided that St. J. don’t beat Motherwell next Sunday by at least four clear goals (4-0, 5-0, 6-0, 5-1, 6-1, etc.). However, in the same scenario if St. J. scored five goals or more against Motherwell, a winning margin of at least three clear goals would be enough for them to finish third (5-2, 6-3, 7-4, etc.). However, this would also mean that two 1-0 wins for us would be enough even if St. J manage to beat Motherwell 3-0 or 4-1 next Sunday.

If we win one of our games 1-0 and win the other game 2-1, all of the above would apply, together with qualification for Europe even if St. J. beat Motherwell 5-2.

If we win both of our games 2-1 all of the above would apply together with qualification, even if St. J. beat Motherwell 6-3.

As has already been pointed out a draw tomorrow would be enough, provided that we beat ICT by at least three clear goals (3-0, 4-1, 5-2) and provided that St. J lose or draw against Motherwell.

Two 2-1 or 3-2 wins would be better for us than two 1-0 wins.

Our players undoubtedly have the capability and the collective mental strength to win both games.

Our destiny is indeed in our own hands.

We are all Ross County.

Believe.

The time is now………………………]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=991 Sat, 11 May 2013 21:48:11 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=991 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=990 Sat, 11 May 2013 21:44:44 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=990 This post is aimed at the growing band of England-based County fans.
When the 2013/14 fixture list is published later in the summer, I intend to highlight the County games I will be attending. I hope to get a few of the other England-based County fans together in a co-ordinated effort to boost the support at away matches. So, please keep an eye on this topic if you are interested.]]> This post is aimed at the growing band of England-based County fans.
When the 2013/14 fixture list is published later in the summer, I intend to highlight the County games I will be attending. I hope to get a few of the other England-based County fans together in a co-ordinated effort to boost the support at away matches. So, please keep an eye on this topic if you are interested.]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=989 Sat, 11 May 2013 20:37:04 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=989
After last seasons tremendous showing, I didn't think it could get any better and would have been happy with survival this season.

Thank you everyone at the club. Makes me proud.

I was part of the original SOS and it makes me realise that the hard work and support from all us fans, when the club needed us most, has got us to where we are today!

PRIDE OF THE HIGHLANDS]]>
After last seasons tremendous showing, I didn't think it could get any better and would have been happy with survival this season.

Thank you everyone at the club. Makes me proud.

I was part of the original SOS and it makes me realise that the hard work and support from all us fans, when the club needed us most, has got us to where we are today!

PRIDE OF THE HIGHLANDS]]> http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=988 Sat, 11 May 2013 20:35:06 +0100 http://www.overthebridge.info/showthread.php?tid=988