david in sweden Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 (edited) interesting interview from a former player who seems to have (at least temporarily) landed on his feet. Garry Monk is yet another example of an up-and-coming lad who DAJFU at youth level, but was denied a first team place by superior talent, and spent part of his early career with short-term loan-outs. Although he played first team games as a 16 y.o. apprentice for Torquay, he finished up as a Saints trainee, two years later. By the age 18, he was a regular for the Reserves (where he clocked up over 100 apps) despite time absent in - between on half-a-dozen " loan-outs " with lower League clubs to help gain experience. His time at Saints coincided with the reign of a number of legendary centre-backs (Monkou, Dean Richards, Claus Lunderkvam and Michael Svensson) meant he was called upon only 11 times during the period 1998-2003) and he surely would have had more game-time... had he not only been selected when filling in for one of the above ...on those rare occasions they might have been injured. Garry left Saints in 2003 and eventually signed for Swansea in 2004. Now at age 35, he has played for them in all 4 divisions at made over 200 apps. before becoming caretaker-manager in the Spring. Having watched the interview; I think that Swansea could do worse than give him a shot at managing the club he has already given so much. Good luck Garry - but not until Monday morning ! Edited 3 May, 2014 by david in sweden Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucks Saint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 interesting interview from a former player who seems to have (at least temporarily) landed on his feet. Garry Monk is yet another example of an up-and-coming lad who DAJFU at youth level, but was denied a first team place by superior talent, and spent part of his early career with short-term loan-outs. Although he played first team games as a 16 y.o. apprentice for Torquay, he finished up as a Saints trainee, two years later. By the age 18, he was a regular for the Reserves (where he clocked up over 100 apps) despite time absent in - between on half-a-dozen " loan-outs " with lower League clubs to help gain experience. His time at Saints coincided with the reign of a number of legendary centre-backs (Monkou, Dean Richards, Claus Lunderkvam and Michael Svensson) meant he was called upon only 11 times during the period 1998-2003) and he surely would have had more game-time... had he not only been selected when filling in for one of the above ...on those rare occasions they might have been injured. Garry left Saints in 2003 and eventually signed for Swansea in 2004. Now at age 35, he has played for them in all 4 divisions at made over 200 apps. before becoming caretaker-manager in the Spring. Having watched the interview; I think that Swansea could do worse than give him a shot at managing the club he has already given so much. Good luck Garry - but not until Monday morning ! He played in THAT final game at the Dell when MLT scored the winner v Arsenal. Top lad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Lolz Off course some of the Grumpy's who think it's embarrassing may have underestimated the current craze for Selfies. Not a fan of Selfies myself tbh but have to say the pics coming in to the Tag board are ROFL Join the fun and laugh for a change gang https://tagboard.com/sfcselfie/ @SouthamptonFC on the way to Swansea #sfcselfie pic.twitter.com/mCvcNlm6jd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrensup Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 The game is apparently being streamed here - http://sportsnationhd.com/view.php?pg=streams The quality is honestly near on HD on this site, it's incredible. Do we have to register? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Do we have to register? It's a free sign-up, but worth it, the quality is seriously fantastic. It'll paid members only next season though, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Do we have to register? Yeah. I did it a few weeks ago not a problem with any of that it was quick & simple. Over here the issue I had like always was the picture was as juddery as all the others we try & use like wizwig or hahasports. Mates in UK found it perfect. Meanwhile just for once Jordan Sibley is looking good Jordan Sibley @jordansibley Just arrived at the Liberty Stadium - the #sfcselfie campaign is getting lots of attention already! #saintsfc pic.twitter.com/yyCN5vKxxr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint-Armstrong Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Saints are also giving every supporter at Swansea a free red and white striped scarf! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Striped scarves. It's a sign I tall ya'. Quick everyone to the New Kit Thread! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Seriously though, respect to Swansea for allowing all of this stuff to be done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalek2003 Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Well, what a lovely feeling. We are 8th and barring a completely unlikely scenario will finish 8th. We have a World Cup around the corner with a good chance of a couple of Saints players flying out with the squad. Our opposition are safe so it all points to a nice friendly atmosphere, can't see the point in the players risking injury etc. In the meantime we can enjoy the dram at the top and the bottom of the league. Happy Days !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dalek2003 Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Striped scarves. It's a sign I tall ya'. Quick everyone to the New Kit Thread! Are we likely to go back to stripes ? hope so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Saints are also giving every supporter at Swansea a free red and white striped scarf! How long before Glasgow, Barry or Turkish slate the club for this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 How long before Glasgow, Barry or Turkish slate the club for this? They are far too busy basking in the attention elsewhere today to even notice something FUNNY going on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Retweeted by Southampton FC @dxnieljames 7m Beautiful! @SouthamptonFC pic.twitter.com/JRrx32tFQm Expand Reply Retweet Favorite Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneawol Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 SaintsFC team vs @SwansOfficial: Boruc, Clyne, Fonte, Lovren, Shaw, Wanyama, Cork, Schneiderlin, Davis, Lallana ©, Gallagher. substitutes : Gazzaniga (GK), Lambert, Ward-Prowse, Guly, Chambers, Hooiveld, Reed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goneawol Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 SWANS team v @SouthamptonFC: Vorm, Tiendalli, Amat, Williams ©, Davies, Britton, Shelvey, de Guzman, Hernandez, Routledge, Bony. subs: Tremmel, Taylor, Bartley, Fulton, Dyer, Emnes, Vazquez. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Finally - Cork, Morgan and Vic all in the same team! Glad to see Dyer not starting for them too, he was a menace at St Mary's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DuncanRG Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Well, that's defensive. Trying to choke midfield might be a smart tactic though. Shame Targett's not made the bench this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nta786 Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Finally - Cork, Morgan and Vic all in the same team! Glad to see Dyer not starting for them too, he was a menace at St Mary's. Can't wait for this game now just because of this lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Come on Saints, 3 points today nice way to celebrate what would have been Ted's 96th birthday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toon Saint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Finally - Cork, Morgan and Vic all in the same team! Glad to see Dyer not starting for them too, he was a menace at St Mary's. Mostly because Danny Fox was playing. Remember on the Guardian podcast one of the journo's called it the 'worst performance' they had ever seen from a player in the Premier League. He barely got out of our half but still seemed to be caught out of position everytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SNSUN Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 I've always thought Morgan's good enough and intelligent enough to play a more attacking role, irrespective of how good he is at tackling. With Cork and Vic both in there to do the dirty work, it gives Morgan license to get forward. It is a team that looks strong defensively but is creatively lacking though, Lallana aside. I predict an odd goal victory either way or a 0-0 draw. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Saint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Sensible move to put SRL on the bench, after JRod's incident... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Will this see Vic in the sweeper role just ahead of the back 4? I think both Morgan and Cork have good stuff to contribute further up - Cork won the penalty at Man City. I feel sorry for Swansea's midfield today Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Wonder where the goals will come from today though. Can't we get the Everton back 4 in on emergency loan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Big opportunity for Sam today, although I truly don't believe he's ready, he's just there as we have no other options. Pretty frustrating really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 The game is apparently being streamed here - http://sportsnationhd.com/view.php?pg=streams The quality is honestly near on HD on this site, it's incredible. Does this work on iPads? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardc Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Shame Reed didnt get a start - to see what he was like Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
igsey Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Wonder where the goals will come from today though. Can't we get the Everton back 4 in on emergency loan? I think if Clyne plays as well as he did last week, we'll be alright. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Does this work on iPads? Only for subscribers unfortunately. You also get all pay per view events included though so it's a f*cking good deal all round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 I was a big fan of Guly in the Championship but he is clearly not up to PL standards and I simply cannot understand why he is on the bench. Perplexing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pastor Patrón Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 I'd have thought Cork would be the one going forward not Schneiderlin. Would've been nice to see Ward Prowse get a start, he needs more game time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 I was a big fan of Guly in the Championship but he is clearly not up to PL standards and I simply cannot understand why he is on the bench. Perplexing. What's the alternative buddy? He's never actually done anything wrong at this level, he's done the job he's asked to do every single time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Only for subscribers unfortunately. You also get all pay per view events included though so it's a f*cking good deal all round. That's annoying. Any iPad streams out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicestersaint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 I was a big fan of Guly in the Championship but he is clearly not up to PL standards and I simply cannot understand why he is on the bench. Perplexing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_Tony Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Far too defensive, will be very surprised if we score today. 2-0 Swansea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dubai_phil Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 Far too defensive, will be very surprised if we score today. 2-0 Swansea So would you have played Guly or McQueen then? SRL has a knock & isn't fit enough for a full game Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SO16_Saint Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 that stream working for anyone?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 that stream working for anyone?? Nope. Just says "loading the player" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bananaman Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 good stream.. http://cricfree.tv/live-tennis-streaming-ch3.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy_D Posted 3 May, 2014 Share Posted 3 May, 2014 http://www.saintsweb.co.uk/showthread.php?50040-Swansea-(A)-Match-Thread#.U2T30Im9LCQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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