Why All the Positivity? Written by Cambonbleu on Monday, 3rd Aug 2015 14:38 Please don't take the headline of this piece to be negative, it certainly isn't. Whilst the odd doom and gloom-monger still exists within the ranks, it is evident to the vast majority of Town fans that the aura that surrounds the club at the moment is the most positive it's been since the heady days of Premiership football. OK, we've had a few false dawns, especially at the beginning of the reign of 'he who must not be named' but, in my humble opinion, this is the most upbeat and together the club has been since we finished fifth in the Premier League in 2001. But why? What are the magic ingredients that have brought this situation about? I think it hinges on the following three factors: [b]1) Mick McCarthy and TC[/b] We have a management team who undoubtedly know what they're doing. Mick and Terry and all of the backroom staff have done a fantastic club since they have been at the helm. They have spent minimal money, but have a cracking eye for a player and it will be evident just how much you can get from an individual by creating a great atmosphere, being clear about the tasks you want them to undertake and then go out and let them perform and do their job properly. If you enjoy your job, you can perform well and there's no doubt that our boys have a good boss. How much would any of the players we've picked up on a free transfer over the last nearly three years be valued at now? Berra? Murphy? McGoldrick? Bru? Skuse? The list goes on! [b]2) Results[/b] Results last season were fantastic, a number of factors combined to ensure that we were in and around the promotion race for the majority of the season. Good results breed belief and there was a real togetherness surrounding the club as we went through the season with the common goal of achieving promotion. [b]3) Relationship with Fans[/b] I think this is the most important element. There have been so many occasions over the last few years where, with the Clegg/he who must not be named/PJ combos that the club has felt so far removed from its fan base that it lost its sense of community. A large number of fans felt alienated, and that coupled with poor results on the pitch around those times, meant that it wasn't always the proudest of times to admit you're the only Town fan in the room. The last two seasons have been great, especially last season where results were fantastic and brought excitement, goals and the play-offs. This has made a huge difference to how fans feel about their club but I think the most important factor has been the attitude of our captain, Luke Chambers. He has been the focal point for re-connecting the club to its fan base. Finally we have a captain who genuinely cares about the club and recognises how important the fans are to the club's success. He acts the right way, has galvanised the club's support to get behind the team and that is reflected in the way that the club and its players are perceived. Chambo is a real credit to our club. For the first time in a number of years, I go into the new season with more than hope that our club will have a successful season, I truly believe that we will be. COYB Please report offensive, libellous or inappropriate posts by using the links provided.
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