Deek

[Iain G]

Why not? If Stubbs thinks he could score goals in this division against the dross we witnessed today, I'll be a happy man.

How many goals has he scored against dross since he left us last time?! He has scored five goals since he left us, he even played two games for Alloa. He would be ninth choice in an attacking role...

Cummings
Keatings
Malonga
Farid
Anier
Ferruz
Boyle
Carmichael
Riordan

[Stoney Hibee]

This forum really is not what it used to be! This thread has been going more than three days and it's only a 9 pager. Very disappointing😡

[J-C]

How many of these forward options are 100% fully fit, I would say 1. Young JC. Malonga looks like he has been carrying a knock for a few weeks now, did Keatings do his hamstring today.?


Keatings constant hamstring problems are a worry, as is the lack of any sign of Farid with nothing being mentioned by Stubbs. I feel Malonga has dropped down a few pegs as he's only getting the odd 10-15 mins per game and as you say SH, constantly looks to be carrying a knock and Feruz/Anier will probably not be match fit enough yet. Young JC even though he had that bad injury when at Hearts seems to be physically strong and rarely gets injured which is a good sign. If Deek can get up to speed quickly and show half of what he is capable of can get himself a short contract, he has bags of experience and knows where the goals are.

[tamig]

The fitness coach at Hibs would be better answering that, i don't see him train.

How long do you think.?

I'm no fitness guru but was it not the case that he wasn't really up to the fitness levels of the lower lower league levels - even though he managed a few games? I don't think he'd get away with that at this level and I'd imagine one of our injured -say- 70% fit strikers would still be fitter than Derek. I don't know the lad though but I think it's wishful thinking that folk seem to think he can suddenly attain a level of fitness he appears to have been nowhere near over the past 2/3 years. He would have to put in a shift of Rocky Balboa proportions.

[Iain G]

Keatings constant hamstring problems are a worry, as is the lack of any sign of Farid with nothing being mentioned by Stubbs. I feel Malonga has dropped down a few pegs as he's only getting the odd 10-15 mins per game and as you say SH, constantly looks to be carrying a knock and Feruz/Anier will probably not be match fit enough yet. Young JC even though he had that bad injury when at Hearts seems to be physically strong and rarely gets injured which is a good sign. If Deek can get up to speed quickly and show half of what he is capable of can get himself a short contract, he has bags of experience and knows where the goals are.

Mate, you're dreaming!

[bigwheel]

I genuinely would love to see Riordan playing regular football....and it's almost fun to see the romance involved of those who wish him to re-create his genius when he was here before. There are obviously some big fans and some who know him supporting this notion. I recall the wonder of Deeks at his best. I also recall the last half season he played for us. Scored very little goals and was very ineffective - strange as I seem to recall he had scored 8 or 9 early that season and then all but dried up. I also recall that he has singularly failed everywhere he has been since. Including trials at Alloa, Brechin etc etc. At East Fife last season he didn't do enough for them to want to retain him - and don't give me any nonsense about money, if he was anywhere near the Riordan that starred for us, they would have found the wages. One big issue for him is that he isn't strong enough to play up front, and if you play him off the front two he becomes bit of a luxury player - his role in any team is restricted by that.

Frankly, I'd rather we invested in the ANY of the players we currently have before we gave Riordan any game time. It's misty eyed dreams. And for me, if he had the discipline to get fully fit and performing again, he would not have left it until now. A talent that most can only dream of, wasted though poor choices and poor decisions.

Good luck Deek - why not do what O'Connor has done and get playing football at East of Scotland level - rather than play no football at all..

[erin go bragh]

I did see it right then, he just fell to the ground with no one within 5 yards of him.

I watched him come off and you can just tell when a player has got a bad one, he looked gutted.

Looked like his hamstring pinged when he tried to accelerate . You could tell it was a bad one , with the way he collapsed to the ground , then banging his hands on the turf .

GGTTH

[Hiber-nation]

Keatings constant hamstring problems are a worry, as is the lack of any sign of Farid with nothing being mentioned by Stubbs. I feel Malonga has dropped down a few pegs as he's only getting the odd 10-15 mins per game and as you say SH, constantly looks to be carrying a knock and Feruz/Anier will probably not be match fit enough yet. Young JC even though he had that bad injury when at Hearts seems to be physically strong and rarely gets injured which is a good sign. If Deek can get up to speed quickly and show half of what he is capable of can get himself a short contract, he has bags of experience and knows where the goals are.

That's got to be the biggest IF of all time. He's had years to knuckle down, settle in with a club and get fit again and it looks like he just hasn't had the desire to do it. Time has run out.

[Turkish Green]

How long is it likely to take Derek to get up to Championship fitness?

Reality would suggest never. He could not get himself Championship fit with Alloa. He could not get himself League 1 fit with Brechin and he could not get himself League 2 fit with East Fife. Sadly, the player that was is no more.

[J-C]

Mate, you're dreaming!


That's got to be the biggest IF of all time. He's had years to knuckle down, settle in with a club and get fit again and it looks like he just hasn't had the desire to do it. Time has run out.


You do realise my post was pure speculation, we know nothing of the facts re Riordan at the training ground, no has really any idea as to his level of fitness and what Stubbs may or may not be thinking but there is no denying that a Deek with half the talent he once had is still better than 3 quarters of our strikers.

[Frogga]

To be fair, the Derek Riordan that came back for a second spell wasn't that great. I can't believe people are considering taking him back when you consider how far his career has dropped since then. The closest he should get to playing for Hibs right now is Lewis' testimonial (if it happens) alongside GO'C. Saying that I'll always look back fondly at his time at the club and thank him for some great memories!

[marinello59]

To be fair, the Derek Riordan that came back for a second spell wasn't that great. I can't believe people are considering taking him back when you consider how far his career has dropped since then. The closest he should get to playing for Hibs right now is Lewis' testimonial (if it happens) alongside GO'C. Saying that I'll always look back fondly at his time at the club and thank him for some great memories!

Your first sentence, nonsense. Maybe you should look back at the stats for his second spell with us.

[heretoday]

Actually, I have just watched the internet compilations of Deek's goal action and I have completely changed my mind.


Get him signed, get him fit, get him off the bevvy and get him on the pitch.

He's got that quintessential something which we lack.

[Iain G]

You do realise my post was pure speculation, we know nothing of the facts re Riordan at the training ground, no has really any idea as to his level of fitness and what Stubbs may or may not be thinking but there is no denying that a Deek with half the talent he once had is still better than 3 quarters of our strikers.

Last time he was with us was about half his original talent, it may be speculation but its wild speculation.

[J-C]

Last time he was with us was about half his original talent, it may be speculation but its wild speculation.


So instead of picking up on my post, have a go at 2 thirds of the other posters who have posted on this thread and give me peace.

This is a thread re Riordan, I gave my views that IF and a big if Deek was to get fit enough then he'd be better than nearly all our strikers and that is with half his talent and as you pointed out he was half as good the last time and he was still good then.

Now do I believe he will get a chance, then no I don't as it's been too long for him away from the top flight, playing sixes with your mates is not the same thing, he's had enough chances to get a deal elsewhere. We are giving him training facilities and that's all as far as I'm aware but there's no harm in just wondering, what IF.

Too many people take too many post too seriously.

[Ronniekirk]

How many goals has he scored against dross since he left us last time?! He has scored five goals since he left us, he even played two games for Alloa. He would be ninth choice in an attacking role...

Cummings
Keatings
Malonga
Farid
Anier
Ferruz
Boyle
Carmichael
Riordan
Take away Cummings and you are left with a goal a piece from malonga and keatings.
keatings injured again ,no sign of Farid Anier wasn't even on bench ,Feruz still unknown quantity and needs game time and lacks eperience ,Carmichael isn't getting a game Boyle is. And has assets but I don't think he will be a prolific scorer .Malonga is only coming off bench .
If Stubbs thinks Deeks has something to offer in short term then let's leave it up to him to decide .

[steviehibsleith]

How many goals has he scored against dross since he left us last time?! He has scored five goals since he left us, he even played two games for Alloa. He would be ninth choice in an attacking role...

Cummings
Keatings
Malonga
Farid
Anier
Ferruz
Boyle
Carmichael
Riordan
After looking at that list my biggest question is where the hell does everyone think the money is coming from to right now have 8 attackers but lets get one more. 7700 at easter rd yesterday and personally speaking a Championship side with 8/9 attackers is wrong.

[alhibby]

Just listened to Stubbs on Sportsound, he was asked about Deek and said that he was offered training as he was waiting on a couple of clubs getting back to him with a possibility of signing, AS was then pressed on signing Deek if he impressed in training, he was fairly non commital, but certainly didnt say no

[Andy74]

So instead of picking up on my post, have a go at 2 thirds of the other posters who have posted on this thread and give me peace.

This is a thread re Riordan, I gave my views that IF and a big if Deek was to get fit enough then he'd be better than nearly all our strikers and that is with half his talent and as you pointed out he was half as good the last time and he was still good then.

Now do I believe he will get a chance, then no I don't as it's been too long for him away from the top flight, playing sixes with your mates is not the same thing, he's had enough chances to get a deal elsewhere. We are giving him training facilities and that's all as far as I'm aware but there's no harm in just wondering, what IF.

Too many people take too many post too seriously.

Says the guy who took to reporting people who disagreed with him.

[J-C]

Says the guy who took to reporting people who disagreed with him.

I reported someone who I thought was trolling another poster, get the facts right. :aok:

[Frogga]

Your first sentence, nonsense. Maybe you should look back at the stats for his second spell with us.

I wasn't that gutted when he left us for China and I don't remember the majority of Hibs fans getting too upset about it. Dissapointed yes, but not gutted as we were when he left the first time. I'm not saying he was bad in his second spell, just not as good as his first spell.

[marinello59]

I wasn't that gutted when he left us for China and I don't remember the majority of Hibs fans getting too upset about it. Dissapointed yes, but not gutted as we were when he left the first time. I'm not saying he was bad in his second spell, just not as good as his first spell.

You described him as not that great. Yet he managed to get himself back in to the Scotland squad with two of his three International caps being won during that second spell with us. There is an argument to be made that he faded a bit towards the end of his second period with us but he was still a class act for a lot of that time. His first goal after he returned at Hamilton is one of my favourite Hibee moments.

[Lago]

You described him as not that great. Yet he managed to get himself back in to the Scotland squad with two of his three International caps being won during that second spell with us. There is an argument to be made that he faded a bit towards the end of his second period with us but he was still a class act for a lot of that time. His first goal after he returned at Hamilton is one of my favourite Hibee moments.
Nostalgia is great but it doesn't win football matches.

[Frogga]

You described him as not that great. Yet he managed to get himself back in to the Scotland squad with two of his three International caps being won during that second spell with us. There is an argument to be made that he faded a bit towards the end of his second period with us but he was still a class act for a lot of that time. His first goal after he returned at Hamilton is one of my favourite Hibee moments.

I do agree with you to a large extent and maybe my choice of words wasn't great. I was just much more of a fan of the 1st spell Deek.

[silverhibee]

Reality would suggest never. He could not get himself Championship fit with Alloa. He could not get himself League 1 fit with Brechin and he could not get himself League 2 fit with East Fife. Sadly, the player that was is no more.

Alloa, injured for most of the time he was there, his first long term injury.

Brechin, and yet they offered him a contract.

East Fife. Played in every game bar one for them, scored 5 and got the same in assists, couple of MOTM awards, played the full 90 minutes in the games and the last game of the season in the play off's he done the 120 minutes, seemed his manager thought he was fit enough to get through the games, but what would he no eh, quote from The East Fife manager below.

Naysmith said: “I wish all the players well in their future careers. Derek played a part in turning our season around and I am sure he enjoyed being involved on a playing basis again.

:aok:

[marinello59]

Nostalgia is great but it doesn't win football matches.

Where did I say it did? I haven't commented on giving him another chance now.:greengrin

[bigwheel]

Alloa, injured for most of the time he was there, his first long term injury.

Brechin, and yet they offered him a contract.

East Fife. Played in every game bar one for them, scored 5 and got the same in assists, couple of MOTM awards, played the full 90 minutes in the games and the last game of the season in the play off's he done the 120 minutes, seemed his manager thought he was fit enough to get through the games, but what would he no eh, quote from The East Fife manager below.

Naysmith said: “I wish all the players well in their future careers. Derek played a part in turning our season around and I am sure he enjoyed being involved on a playing basis again.

:aok:

And you view that as a track record good enough to win a move to Hibs ???

[Lago]

Where did I say it did? I haven't commented on giving him another chance now.:greengrin
I was making a general observation based on a number of posts on this thread.:agree:

[marinello59]

I was making a general observation based on a number of posts on this thread.:agree:

Ah.:greengrin

[HoboHarry]

And you view that as a track record good enough to win a move to Hibs ???
How in the world would that win him a move to Hibs? Silver was summarising his performances last season and was quite right to do that. If DR wins a move to Hibs it will be because AS thinks he can still contribute based on what he has seen in training.....

[bigwheel]

How in the world would that win him a move to Hibs? Silver was summarising his performances last season and was quite right to do that. If DR wins a move to Hibs it will be because AS thinks he can still contribute based on what he has seen in training.....

I was asking a question....

[silverhibee]

And you view that as a track record good enough to win a move to Hibs ???

Where did i say anything in my post that that track record would get him a move back to Hibs, at no point in this thread have i said anything about Derek moving back to Hibs, I responded to a poster who seemed to have got the wrong information regarding his spells at 3 clubs in the lower leagues where the poster said he couldn't get fit but all 3 clubs offered him a contract and his last one at East Fife where he played almost nearly every game and done 120 minutes on a astro pitch in the play off's that he helped them get in to so i don't think there was any fitness issues at his last club, the full time training at Hibs will help him get fit quicker and with the wee bounce games in training will help with his match fitness. :aok:

And he is very grateful to Hibs and the manager for allowing him to use EM and train with the squad.

[Col2]

Listened to AS on radio earlier and it's clear that DR has a chance to impress. Stubbs will see him every day, his fitness, his finishing etc so it's down to him to do everything he can.

As we know football is funny old game and far stranger things have happened where a player supposedly out of the game, comes back and becomes a success again with his boyhood team.

As has been said 1000 times already it's a win win for Hibs/Stubbs and for DR.

I wish him all the best luck in the world and would love to see him back playing for us and making a contribution at least to get us out of this league.

[bigwheel]

Where did i say anything in my post that that track record would get him a move back to Hibs, at no point in this thread have i said anything about Derek moving back to Hibs, I responded to a poster who seemed to have got the wrong information regarding his spells at 3 clubs in the lower leagues where the poster said he couldn't get fit but all 3 clubs offered him a contract and his last one at East Fife where he played almost nearly every game and done 120 minutes on a astro pitch in the play off's that he helped them get in to so i don't think there was any fitness issues at his last club, the full time training at Hibs will help him get fit quicker and with the wee bounce games in training will help with his match fitness. :aok:

And he is very grateful to Hibs and the manager for allowing him to use EM and train with the squad.

I was simply wondering if you, felt that history was strong enough to aid a move back to Hibs...wasn't suggesting you had implied it was.

For me it's nowhere near strong enough...

It sounds like he is simply respecting and enjoying the facilities and hoping it helps him get a team...with little expectation of anything happening at Hibs

[Sammy7nil]

You will not find a bigger Deek fan than me, I thought he was. a genius who could do no wrong BUT his time at Hibs has come and gone there is no turning back the clock. Thanks for the fantastic memories :not worth:not worth:

[silverhibee]

I was simply wondering if you, felt that history was strong enough to aid a move back to Hibs...wasn't suggesting you had implied it was.

For me it's nowhere near strong enough...

It sounds like he is simply respecting and enjoying the facilities and hoping it helps him get a team...with little expectation of anything happening at Hibs

Correct.

And that is me bowing out of this thread and this will be my last post on it.

Can't be bothered with all the expert football managers who seem to know better than a real manager. Not directed at you. :aok:

He's One Of Our Own. Derek Riordan. Legend. 10.

[Haymaker]

He's One Of Our Own. Derek Riordan. Legend. 10.


This. 100%.

[FranckSuzy]

Correct.

And that is me bowing out of this thread and this will be my last post on it.

Can't be bothered with all the expert football managers who seem to know better than a real manager. Not directed at you. :aok:

He's One Of Our Own. Derek Riordan. Legend. 10.


This. 100%.

Or 01 :wink: :thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Or 01 :wink: :thumbsup:


We should have done the same as AC Milan and retired the #10 until a descendent of Deeks appears for the club.

[CropleyWasGod]

We should have done the same as AC Milan and retired the #10 until a descendent of Deeks appears for the club.
There are better and more revered number 10s in our history. Retiring the shirt as a tribute to Deek might have been seen as an insult to them.

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[The_Horde]

There are better and more revered number 10s in our history. Retiring the shirt as a tribute to Deek might have been seen as an insult to them.

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That's true.

But we'll never get a better number 01. :wink:

[hibeesboii]

Does anyone know is he still training with hibs? Or did he go to Shrewsbury for a trial? I may be wrong but think I read that on here.

[Bad Martini]

Football fans and romantic notions of returning heroes eh!

9th January 2011...one of the greatest moments in my nostalgic life :wink::greengrin ...wasn't me welling up either. Im hard as ****, drink blood and eat nails :greengrin

Back to the Riordan discussion.

I said it before, others have said it too. We are on the up. We are finding the net but we are where we are. There is nobody surely going to attempt to argue that Riordan (from a dead ball especially) does not have the prowess, with the ball at his feet, to slip a number of goals past the keepers in THIS league??? :confused:

Nobody is looking beyond this season. Nobody is talking long term. I personally wouldn't actually expect Riordan to look beyond this season for the same reasons; a return to the SPL is another matter.

BUT, in THIS league, I maintain Riordan could, with service and played properly, score goals. I wager he would totally boss the free-kicks and penalties and can whip in crosses and corners like nobodies business. As I said, look at this season and our situation on it's own merits.

IF he was match fit, played properly and most likely not every match, there is no reason why he could not score goals.

In regards what he done elsewhere; I'll go out on a limb here as one of Deek's strongest supporters over the years...his love of Hibs probably gives him that extra edge. It's probably also impossible to recapture for any other team, no matter how much you might want to.

Situation is unique for Riordan and for Deek. He now NEEDS to get his career moving again in some way, shape or form. Hibs NEED to get promotion. Who knows what could pan out if he stays here and gets fit. I do know such a combination of events and circumstances would motivate most all Hibs fans to get their erse into gear..........doesn't require rocket science to see this could actually work if things come together, fitness and sharpness was there.

All, in my most humble opnion mind.... :greengrin

[high bee]

How many goals has he scored against dross since he left us last time?! He has scored five goals since he left us, he even played two games for Alloa. He would be ninth choice in an attacking role...

Cummings
Keatings
Malonga
Farid
Anier
Ferruz
Boyle
Carmichael
Riordan

Call me sentimental but just seeing his name on a in that list makes me smile. Get him on a cheap deal, he is a fan and I'm sure would be happy to stay local. The shirt sales/extra gate on his first appearance would pay for the deal.

[blackpoolhibs]

There are better and more revered number 10s in our history. Retiring the shirt as a tribute to Deek might have been seen as an insult to them.

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In my lifetime watching Hibs, i can't remember a number 10 who scored as many goals and even created as many either.

Saying that i can't remember many number 10's either? :greengrin

I do agree with you about retiring the number.:agree:

[oneone73]

In my lifetime watching Hibs, i can't remember a number 10 who scored as many goals and even created as many either.

Saying that i can't remember many number 10's either? :greengrin

I do agree with you about retiring the number.:agree:

Quite apart from CWG 's - and my - hero, and of course the inimitable Russell Latapy, didn't Peter Cormack once grace the no 10 shirt?

[CropleyWasGod]

In my lifetime watching Hibs, i can't remember a number 10 who scored as many goals and even created as many either.

Saying that i can't remember many number 10's either? :greengrin

I do agree with you about retiring the number.:agree:
Leaving the goals aside....there's also Eddie Turnbull and, IIRC, Willie Hamilton.



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[Jonnyboy]

Quite apart from CWG 's - and my - hero, and of course the inimitable Russell Latapy, didn't Peter Cormack once grace the no 10 shirt?

He did indeed :agree:

[CentreLine]

Quite apart from CWG 's - and my - hero, and of course the inimitable Russell Latapy, didn't Peter Cormack once grace the no 10 shirt?

He sure did and remains a big footballing hero of mine. Every time I pulled on a strip I tried to have the right hand side of my shirt hanging over my shorts. Just because that's how PC wore his shirt. Far too many class players wore the number 10 for nonsense about retiring the number. Mind you the club can retire 01 any time it likes

[shetlandhibee]

:top marks
9th January 2011...one of the greatest moments in my nostalgic life :wink::greengrin ...wasn't me welling up either. Im hard as ****, drink blood and eat nails :greengrin

Back to the Riordan discussion.

I said it before, others have said it too. We are on the up. We are finding the net but we are where we are. There is nobody surely going to attempt to argue that Riordan (from a dead ball especially) does not have the prowess, with the ball at his feet, to slip a number of goals past the keepers in THIS league??? :confused:

Nobody is looking beyond this season. Nobody is talking long term. I personally wouldn't actually expect Riordan to look beyond this season for the same reasons; a return to the SPL is another matter.

BUT, in THIS league, I maintain Riordan could, with service and played properly, score goals. I wager he would totally boss the free-kicks and penalties and can whip in crosses and corners like nobodies business. As I said, look at this season and our situation on it's own merits.

IF he was match fit, played properly and most likely not every match, there is no reason why he could not score goals.

In regards what he done elsewhere; I'll go out on a limb here as one of Deek's strongest supporters over the years...his love of Hibs probably gives him that extra edge. It's probably also impossible to recapture for any other team, no matter how much you might want to.

Situation is unique for Riordan and for Deek. He now NEEDS to get his career moving again in some way, shape or form. Hibs NEED to get promotion. Who knows what could pan out if he stays here and gets fit. I do know such a combination of events and circumstances would motivate most all Hibs fans to get their erse into gear..........doesn't require rocket science to see this could actually work if things come together, fitness and sharpness was there.

All, in my most humble opnion mind.... :greengrin
:top marks

[BOB MARLEYS DUG]

Trained with the first team today.

[erin go bragh]

Trained with the first team today.

Was Deeks not training with the first team last week also ? Pretty sure I saw some pictures ( not from the bushes ,lol)

GGTTH

[Ronniekirk]

I think Stubbs had no intention of signing Deeks ,but if he is getting sharper day by day and starting to impress in Training and Keatings scan confirms he will be out for more than a month ,and Stubbs knows Farid isn't going to be Match Fit in that time either ,then he may at least mull over is a short term deal worth considering
I don't think Feruz is ready to be playing 90 minutes week in week out and Malonga has only been getting limited game time
If Deeks is due to go on Trial later this week or next to Shrewsbury then that would only be cancelled by Deeks if he thought he had chance of something at Hibs .So if anything is to happen it would need to be before he heads down to Shrewsbury you would think or that would be it .
However if Keatings and Farid are both going to be playing over next few weeks then I think that would defo rule out a deal for Deeks no matter how well he has done in Training

[Unseen work]

I think Stubbs had no intention of signing Deeks ,but if he is getting sharper day by day and starting to impress in Training and Keatings scan confirms he will be out for more than a month ,and Stubbs knows Farid isn't going to be Match Fit in that time either ,then he may at least mull over is a short term deal worth considering
I don't think Feruz is ready to be playing 90 minutes week in week out and Malonga has only been getting limited game time
If Deeks is due to go on Trial later this week or next to Shrewsbury then that would only be cancelled by Deeks if he thought he had chance of something at Hibs .So if anything is to happen it would need to be before he heads down to Shrewsbury you would think or that would be it .
However if Keatings and Farid are both going to be playing over next few weeks then I think that would defo rule out a deal for Deeks no matter how well he has done in Training

Would be naive of deek to cancel his trial down the road, I would go as far to say stubbs would tell him not too. Even if stubbs liked him but was still unsure,I think he is an honest enough guy to let him go for the trial and then come back here if it never worked to stay fit.

[shetlandhibee]

Would be naive of deek to cancel his trial down the road, I would go as far to say stubbs would tell him not too. Even if stubbs liked him but was still unsure,I think he is an honest enough guy to let him go for the trial and then come back here if it never worked to stay fit.
just sighned for shrewsbury yesterday! IMO good enuff reason to turn down a trial deeks,, stay and get fit,,,:aok::agree:

[.Sean.]

Trained with the first team today.
Any word on how he's doing?

[FranckSuzy]

just sighned for shrewsbury yesterday! IMO good enuff reason to turn down a trial deeks,, stay and get fit,,,:aok::agree:

Exactly my thoughts :agree: :wink:

[snooky]

Leaving the goals aside....there's also Eddie Turnbull and, IIRC, Willie Hamilton.

CR

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Has anyone mentioned Cropley yet?
Crivvens,we've had a conveyer belt of quality no.10s :greengrin

[cockneymike]

just sighned for shrewsbury yesterday! IMO good enuff reason to turn down a trial deeks,, stay and get fit,,,:aok::agree:

They also have a certain James Collins wearing the No9 shirt for them this year - no wonder they're looking at Deek then!

[GordonR]

They also have a certain James Collins wearing the No9 shirt for them this year - no wonder they're looking at Deek then!

Ian Black also signed for them this week.

[snedzuk]

Ian Black also signed for them this week.

Do they need their stand papered?

[Iain G]

I think Stubbs had no intention of signing Deeks ,but if he is getting sharper day by day and starting to impress in Training and Keatings scan confirms he will be out for more than a month ,and Stubbs knows Farid isn't going to be Match Fit in that time either ,then he may at least mull over is a short term deal worth considering
I don't think Feruz is ready to be playing 90 minutes week in week out and Malonga has only been getting limited game time
If Deeks is due to go on Trial later this week or next to Shrewsbury then that would only be cancelled by Deeks if he thought he had chance of something at Hibs .So if anything is to happen it would need to be before he heads down to Shrewsbury you would think or that would be it .
However if Keatings and Farid are both going to be playing over next few weeks then I think that would defo rule out a deal for Deeks no matter how well he has done in Training

Better giving Anier or Farruz or Malonga the games instead of signing Deek.

[scoopyboy]

Any word on how he's doing?

Well would be my answer Sean.

The "deal" as I understood it was only for last week but he is back this week, or at least he was yesterday.

[.Sean.]

Well would be my answer Sean.

The "deal" as I understood it was only for last week but he is back this week, or at least he was yesterday.
:aok:

[1875er]

Well would be my answer Sean.

The "deal" as I understood it was only for last week but he is back this week, or at least he was yesterday.

Deek was also sat in the Main stand on Saturday.

[blackpoolhibs]

Quite apart from CWG 's - and my - hero, and of course the inimitable Russell Latapy, didn't Peter Cormack once grace the no 10 shirt?


Leaving the goals aside....there's also Eddie Turnbull and, IIRC, Willie Hamilton.



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Sadly not that many it seems, a handful in nearly 70 years. What we'd give for another player like those mentioned above, although these days we'd be lucky to get a couple of seasons out them before he'd be off. :boo hoo:

[SlickShoes]

Deek was also sat in the Main stand on Saturday.

A few thousand other hibs supporters were as well

[Cod Boy]

Is there any chance that Deek might get a game as a trialist tomorrow in the development game

[bigwheel]

Is there any chance that Deek might get a game as a trialist tomorrow in the development game

There goes another 4 pages [emoji6]

[.Sean.]

Is there any chance that Deek might get a game as a trialist tomorrow in the development game
Is the game at home? If that was to be the case I'd go up.

[Ronniekirk]

Is there any chance that Deek might get a game as a trialist tomorrow in the development game

While I have posted a lot on this subject and am keeping an open mind especially with Keatings and Farid s injury situations I doubt he would play in that game .
feruz and anier will would need more game time you would think ,and Insall also .
if Deeks is due to go soon on Trial to other clubs , he would only play if Stubbs has indicated he wants to see how he does in a competitive match .

[mca]

Would Deek make a Good Coaching Role ?? or too young Just now !! etc etc.. ???

Would Like to see him Stay at Hibs.. in some capacity.. !!!

He has Hibs in his Blood.. :agree:

[Ray_]

There goes another 4 pages [emoji6]

So stay away from the thread and then then it needn't be such a drama.

[bigwheel]

So stay away from the thread and then then it needn't be such a drama.


oh shut up...it was a joke - nothing wrong with this thread.

[andrew70]

Is the game at home? If that was to be the case I'd go up.

Away to Hamilton mate, contemplating going myself. 6pm ko may not allow me the time to get through though.

[rcarter1]

Deeks is a genius, and needs inspiration to carry out his work. Lets get Aberdeen out the way and draw Hearts in the next round of the LC.
Riordan - you may fire when ready… :greengrin

[scott7_0(Prague)]

Deeks is a genius, and needs inspiration to carry out his work. Lets get Aberdeen out the way and draw Hearts in the next round of the LC.
Riordan - you may fire when ready… :greengrin

Never thought i would see Deek and Genius in the same sentence, but there you go.

[jdships]

Never thought i would see Deek and Genius in the same sentence, but there you go.

thumbsup:
Is that the same as " Legend " ? :greengrin

[Bostonhibby]

thumbsup:
Is that the same as " Legend " ? :greengrin
[emoji106] The legendary Hibernian genius Derek Riordan. He's an evergreen and if Stubbs thinks he has something to add I'd take him back in a heartbeat.

Might even negotiate a weekend pass and travel up for his latest debut. Would get a few fans back.

[PatHead]

Deeks is a genius, and needs inspiration to carry out his work. Lets get Aberdeen out the way and draw Hearts in the next round of the LC.
Riordan - you may fire when ready… :greengrin

Sorry to burst your bubble but Hearts are getting knocked out by Kilmarnock so it can't happen.

[rcarter1]

Sorry to burst your bubble but Hearts are getting knocked out by Kilmarnock so it can't happen.

I knew there was a flaw to my plan.. Scottish Cup then! Final maybe. :greengrin

[jdships]

[emoji106] The legendary Hibernian genius Derek Riordan. He's an evergreen and if Stubbs thinks he has something to add I'd take him back in a heartbeat.

Might even negotiate a weekend pass and travel up for his latest debut. Would get a few fans back.


Glad to know you enjoy simple pleasures. :thumbsup:
For me I'd rather have a couple of pints Guinness :wink::greengrin

[Franck Stanton]

Sorry to burst your bubble but Hearts are getting knocked out by Kilmarnock so it can't happen.

cannae see that happening to be honest, can you see Garry "Medals" c [oops] Lock trying his best to beat the team he loves ? Reckon Killie [hertz reserves] will not even try a leg. Muppets the lot o' them.

[Billy Whizz]

Was talking to one of our key players yesterday. Didn't want to put him in a position where he had to comment on trial players. I said I'd heard Derek was training with Hibs. He said he was, was looking in good shape and still had it!

[Jim44]

Was talking to one of our key players yesterday. Didn't want to put him in a position where he had to comment on trial players. I said I'd heard Derek was training with Hibs. He said he was, was looking in good shape and still had it!

So if AS doesn't sign him, will his judgement be challenged?:greengrin

[Onceinawhile]

cannae see that happening to be honest, can you see Garry "Medals" c [oops] Lock trying his best to beat the team he loves ? Reckon Killie [hertz reserves] will not even try a leg. Muppets the lot o' them.

Think you're getting your garry's mixed up given that locked has a Scottish cup winners medal...

[Mr White]

Think you're getting your garry's mixed up given that locked has a Scottish cup winners medal...

Nope he was injured in 98. So if he's got a medal it's because one of his team mates game him theirs I would think.

[Smartie]

Gary Locke is a cretin but does anyone seriously think that he wouldn't want Kilmarnock (who put food on his table) to beat the team that sacked him?

He'll have his (hopeless) team up for that one without a shadow of a doubt.

[JimBHibees]

Nope he was injured in 98. So if he's got a medal it's because one of his team mates game him theirs I would think.

Yep they let him pick up the cup in a suit he had been injured earlier that season.

[Ronniekirk]

Was talking to one of our key players yesterday. Didn't want to put him in a position where he had to comment on trial players. I said I'd heard Derek was training with Hibs. He said he was, was looking in good shape and still had it!

Only confirms what Silverhibee has been saying for a while .But the question for Stubbs would be is he better than what we have at our disposal at present ,and if so ,can we afford to give him a short term deal .

[Billy Whizz]

Only confirms what Silverhibee has been saying for a while .But the question for Stubbs would be is he better than what we have at our disposal at present ,and if so ,can we afford to give him a short term deal .

Ronnie, think a lot will boil down to how our injured players are getting on.

[rcarter1]

Only confirms what Silverhibee has been saying for a while .But the question for Stubbs would be is he better than what we have at our disposal at present ,and if so ,can we afford to give him a short term deal .

Its an exciting one, and I for one would move heaven and earth to be there if he were to play. I say this for the reason that unlike most of our previous managers, Stubbs will make a good decision. If he signs, I could only imagine its because he's looking the part. I can't see Riordan if this were to be the situation turning up only half hearted.

[.Sean.]

Already dreaming of him coming from the bench after 70 on Saturday with the score at 0-0 :hyper

[Haymaker]

Already dreaming of him coming from the bench after 70 on Saturday with the score at 0-0 :hyper

Same here mate.

[rcarter1]

Same here mate.

How about a mid week winner?

[Ronniekirk]

Ronnie, think a lot will boil down to how our injured players are getting on.
Tend to agree ,but Farid is still a risk ,even if he gets fit he needs to get match fit and stay injury free .Keatings only stretched scar tissue and won't play on Saturday and there has to an ongoing risk his hamstring could go again .Anier not played yet so not sure about him .
Think Feruz will get more game time week on week if he is showing up well in Training and in Development games ,but again we still don't know what he has to offer but there is an opening for him to make an impression .
But a fit motivated Deeks off the Bench as teams are tiring ,must be something exercising Stubbs mind at present .
when is he due to go to Shrewsbury on Trial ?

[Sammy7nil]

Already dreaming of him coming from the bench after 70 on Saturday with the score at 0-7 :hyper

Sorted that for you :wink:

[Billy Whizz]

Tend to agree ,but Farid is still a risk ,even if he gets fit he needs to get match fit and stay injury free .Keatings only stretched scar tissue and won't play on Saturday and there has to an ongoing risk his hamstring could go again .Anier not played yet so not sure about him .
Think Feruz will get more game time week on week if he is showing up well in Training and in Development games ,but again we still don't know what he has to offer but there is an opening for him to make an impression .
But a fit motivated Deeks off the Bench as teams are tiring ,must be something exercising Stubbs mind at present .
when is he due to go to Shrewsbury on Trial ?

Think we need to forget Farid for a while. Don't think he's started training, then will have to go through a preseason, think that's why we signed Anier.
Keatings is injury prone unfortunately, similar problems at Hearts. Leaves us with Jason and Dom, Feruz plus the untried Insall. Not sure how it's going with Derek, but he's got to be in Stubbs thoughts if he's doing well in training. Think he's Stubbs sort of player, a natural footballer and comfortable on the ball.
I haven't seen Derek play for a few years, so I can't comment on his current physical situation and fitness

[Haymaker]

How about a mid week winner?

Any winner! :hyper

[cmcd]

Any winner! :hyper

Im sorry folks but (in my opinion) DR is no longer good enough If im wrong i will hold my hands up and say so

[BoomtownHibees]

Im sorry folks but (in my opinion) DR is no longer good enough If im wrong i will hold my hands up and say so

Have you seen him play lately?

[rcarter1]

Im sorry folks but (in my opinion) DR is no longer good enough If im wrong i will hold my hands up and say so

The good news is that Alan Stubbs is proving that he can assess players abilities to a good standard. If he signs, Im happy to trust Stubbs judgement.

[StevieBoyKdy]

I bet Derek is trying his heart out to impress.my favourite player I would say and think if he proves he is fit or could get fit within a few weeks. He won't blow the budget. Surely worth a wee deal on pennies. Best finisher I've seen I'd say. Good luck either way it goes Deek.

[Northernhibee]

Have you seen him play lately?

Which is kind of my point.

[Allant1981]

Have you seen him play lately?

No cause he has hardly kicked a ball in years

[Iain G]

Already dreaming of him coming from the bench after 70 on Saturday with the score at 0-0 :hyper

Assume game finished nil nil then ;-)

[BoomtownHibees]

Which is kind of my point.

Wasn't asking you

[BoomtownHibees]

No cause he has hardly kicked a ball in years

Or you

[Northernhibee]

Wasn't asking you

Don't post on a public message board then! :bye::yamlaugh:

[BoomtownHibees]

Don't post on a public message board then! :bye::yamlaugh:

I quoted the person I was asking bright spark

[Northernhibee]

I quoted the person I was asking bright spark

Don't care, if you're going to greet when someone replies to a post on a public message board then I suggest not bothering at all. :aok:

[BoomtownHibees]

Don't care, if you're going to greet when someone replies to a post on a public message board then I suggest not bothering at all. :aok:

Ok big man

[matty_f]

Can we keep this thread to dewy-eyed reminiscence and hopeful optimism with the odd-realistic/cynical comment please.

There's no need for a Deek thread to turn into squabbles, we've had enough of them to know how they go by now.

[SaulGoodman]

So when he signs what squad number will he get?

01? :hyper:

[Stuarty27]

I'd give my right baw to watch Deek play at Easter Road again....

[green.and.white]

The club would treble the money spent on wages through shirt sales and printing! Get it done Hibs!

[matty_f]

The club would treble the money spent on wages through shirt sales and printing! Get it done Hibs!

Would be lucky if they raised a third, never mind treble.

[Allant1981]

Or you

So we shouldnt reply on a fans forum, aye ok then

[Northernhibee]

So we shouldnt reply on a fans forum, aye ok then

Calm down big man :wink:

Sorry, but can't see Deek bringing more than 500 extra fans to the first game and that would soon dissipate. I just can't see this ever being a good idea as we are already good for strikers.

[scoopyboy]

Calm down big man :wink:

Sorry, but can't see Deek bringing more than 500 extra fans to the first game and that would soon dissipate. I just can't see this ever being a good idea as we are already good for strikers.

We aren't good for strikers when it comes to a game cos hardly any are available.

[J-C]

Calm down big man :wink:

Sorry, but can't see Deek bringing more than 500 extra fans to the first game and that would soon dissipate. I just can't see this ever being a good idea as we are already good for strikers.


Farid where? when? Keatings, injured hamstring again but not seriously, Anier the invisible striker not even in development team, Malonga always looks to be carrying a knock and seems out of favour right now as he's been overlooked last 2 games and on the bench. That leaves us with Cummings, Malonga and Feruz, not exactly bulging with strikers right now.

[BoomtownHibees]

So we shouldnt reply on a fans forum, aye ok then

Why would you reply when somebody else was being asked a question. Do you do that when you are out as well? Standing at a "public" bar when you hear someone being asked a question do you just jump in and put your tuppence worth in?

[Hibbyradge]

Derek Riordan has scored 5 goals in the last 4 years.

Every other fans forum in the world would see the equivalent word to "underwhelmed" appearing regularly if their team was rumoured to be signing him.

[Hibbyradge]

Why would you reply when somebody else was being asked a question. Do you do that when you are out as well? Standing at a "public" bar when you hear someone being asked a question do you just jump in and put your tuppence worth in?

I do, sometimes. Loads of people join in conversations with strangers in public bars.

[J-C]

I do, sometimes. Loads of people join in conversations with strangers in public bars.


If you did that with me I'd tell you to **** off and mind your own business.

[Hibbyradge]

If you did that with me I'd tell you to **** off and mind your own business.

Really?

Do you never speak to people you don't know in pubs?

[BoomtownHibees]

I do, sometimes. Loads of people join in conversations with strangers in public bars.

So you hear 2 people talking at the bar and you just go over and decide to answer for one of them? Strange.

[J-C]

Really?

Do you never speak to people you don't know in pubs?


Yes but I'd never interrupt a conversation by butting in and giving my tuppence worth, it's just ignorant.

There are times and circumstances to speak with people in a pub and a private conversation isn't one of them, watching football, rugby etc are all fine and dandy and you can yap away all you want, but if I'm having a quiet drink with my wife and you stick your big ugly face between us trying to join in, I'd be none too happy.

[Hibbyradge]

Yes but I'd never interrupt a conversation by butting in and giving my tuppence worth, it's just ignorant.

There are times and circumstances to speak with people in a pub and a private conversation isn't one of them, watching football, rugby etc are all fine and dandy and you can yap away all you want, but if I'm having a quiet drink with my wife and you stick your big ugly face between us trying to join in, I'd be none too happy.

I agree with that, except I'm not sure why you've become so aggressive. :dunno:

I'd never dream of joining in a private conversation, but a conversation on an open football forum could never be described as private and that was my point.

[rcarter1]

Derek Riordan has scored 5 goals in the last 4 years.

Every other fans forum in the world would see the equivalent word to "underwhelmed" appearing regularly if their team was rumoured to be signing him.

Its a poor stat for sure, and if we were talking about some Joe Random it would be hard to see past it. But, Derek Riordan is not IMO a typical 'professional' footballer. I think he needs to play from the heart. Perhaps he wasn't training hard, or trying hard in games. I believe that a final chance to play for Hibs could bring out his best. If Stubbs sees evidence that his best could be good enough, then we could see one of the most unlikely returns of a prodigal son in the clubs history. Im crossing fingers and toes that he does, because a successful Riordan playing for Hibs would be a real boost to morale.

[bigwheel]

Why would you reply when somebody else was being asked a question. Do you do that when you are out as well? Standing at a "public" bar when you hear someone being asked a question do you just jump in and put your tuppence worth in?


I don't think the spirit of a forum is that only the person quoted can answer a point...that's what PM's are for? If it's on the forum - surely, it's fair game for anyone to respond to.

[Spike Mandela]

Derek Riordan has scored 5 goals in the last 4 years.

Every other fans forum in the world would see the equivalent word to "underwhelmed" appearing regularly if their team was rumoured to be signing him.

4 of them this calendar year in 11 games for East Fife. Maybe he's due an Indian Summer in his career? It's happened before with others.

[BoomtownHibees]

I don't think the spirit of a forum is that only the person quoted can answer a point...that's what PM's are for? If it's on the forum - surely, it's fair game for anyone to respond to.

The question I asked was in direct response to a point another poster made and I ask a direct question to that particular poster. If I had just made a point then fair play, it's an open forum for people to respond however it was a question asked to that particular poster.

[bigwheel]

The question I asked was in direct response to a point another poster made and I ask a direct question to that particular poster. If I had just made a point then fair play, it's an open forum for people to respond however it was a question asked to that particular poster.

My point still stands...if it's in open forum, even directed to one poster - it's open for people to have a view on...

[sleeping giant]

Deary me :greengrin

[BoomtownHibees]

My point still stands...if it's in open forum, even directed to one poster - it's open for people to have a view on...

They can have a view all they want. I was interested in when that poster had last seen Deek play. Why others would want to jump in on that seems strange considering their responses.

[J-C]

I do, sometimes. Loads of people join in conversations with strangers in public bars.


Really?

Do you never speak to people you don't know in pubs?


I agree with that, except I'm not sure why you've become so aggressive. :dunno:

I'd never dream of joining in a private conversation, but a conversation on an open football forum could never be described as private and that was my point.

You stated you speak to random people regularly in pubs, then change your tone in the last post.

I wasn't getting aggressive, not got the time or inclination to do so on a public forum, I was just pointing out that if you just randomly came up and butted into my conversation I wouldn't be happy.

BoomtownHibey asked a certain poster a question, he even quoted that poster and 2 other members stuck their nose in and started answering his post, he even stated the fact that the post was a question for someone else. A big problem on this forum is that people think they can post anything they wish, even when the conversation has nothing to do with them, keyboard warriors is what they are generally called and it does become very tedious.

Back to the Riordan debate please as that is what the thread is about.

[Hibbyradge]

The question I asked was in direct response to a point another poster made and I ask a direct question to that particular poster. If I had just made a point then fair play, it's an open forum for people to respond however it was a question asked to that particular poster.

I realise that this conversation isn't aimed at me, but that's the whole point.

If you don't like people joining in discussions, you're not going to enjoy hibs.net or any other fans forum, not to mention Facebook, Twitter etc.

It's a public forum. It's social media. People join in. They answer questions. They take sides in arguments.

You won't stop that and complaining about it is futile.

You'll just get more folk joining in. :wink:

[Betty Boop]

Come on now boys ! :greengrin

[Platinum Scotty]

maybe a new thread, perhaps titled "feel free to comment all you like", would allow folks to move on and leave the "Deek" thread to be about Deek maybe?

[Allant1981]

Why would you reply when somebody else was being asked a question. Do you do that when you are out as well? Standing at a "public" bar when you hear someone being asked a question do you just jump in and put your tuppence worth in?

We arent in a public bar are we, its a forum. This is what happens on a forum. If you dont like it then dont post

[BoomtownHibees]

You stated you speak to random people regularly in pubs, then change your tone in the last post.

I wasn't getting aggressive, not got the time or inclination to do so on a public forum, I was just pointing out that if you just randomly came up and butted into my conversation I wouldn't be happy.

BoomtownHibey asked a certain poster a question, he even quoted that poster and 2 other members stuck their nose in and started answering his post, he even stated the fact that the post was a question for someone else. A big problem on this forum is that people think they can post anything they wish, even when the conversation has nothing to do with them, keyboard warriors is what they are generally called and it does become very tedious.

Back to the Riordan debate please as that is what the thread is about.

Spot on

[Eyrie]

The question I asked was in direct response to a point another poster made and I ask a direct question to that particular poster. If I had just made a point then fair play, it's an open forum for people to respond however it was a question asked to that particular poster.

In an open forum everyone is surely entitled to comment on any post that they read, otherwise no-one would be able to respond to the original post in a thread.


Back to Riordan. The consensus is that at the moment half our strikers aren't match fit, so I'm not sure why adding another one who hasn't even had a proper pre-season would improve matters. Too many people are basing their opinions on what the player in question did for us several years ago and not on his current form.

I'd love to see Riordan get back to playing at his best, and preferably for us, but I'm realistic enough to accept that the former means he needs the right opportunity even at a lower level and the latter is a very long shot given our current expectations.

[BoomtownHibees]

We arent in a public bar are we, its a forum. This is what happens on a forum. If you dont like it then dont post

I posted a specific question to a specific poster. What part of the can't you get in to your head?

Anyway, back on topic for me. Sign him up.

[J-C]

We arent in a public bar are we, its a forum. This is what happens on a forum. If you dont like it then dont post


So if you post something and I ask you personally about that post, then why would someone feel the need to jump in and answer said question instead of you?

[Allant1981]

You stated you speak to random people regularly in pubs, then change your tone in the last post.

I wasn't getting aggressive, not got the time or inclination to do so on a public forum, I was just pointing out that if you just randomly came up and butted into my conversation I wouldn't be happy.

BoomtownHibey asked a certain poster a question, he even quoted that poster and 2 other members stuck their nose in and started answering his post, he even stated the fact that the post was a question for someone else. A big problem on this forum is that people think they can post anything they wish, even when the conversation has nothing to do with them, keyboard warriors is what they are generally called and it does become very tedious.

Back to the Riordan debate please as that is what the thread is about.

So i was being a keyboard warrior because i gave my opinion on something, away and dont talk nonsense, its a forum for putting your opinion on, this is the whole point of a forum to have a discussion about things

[matty_f]

Can we get back on track before we need to close the thread please?

[FranckSuzy]

Love Deek and would be delighted if he got a first team start.

Sorry for butting in :greengrin

[Hibbyradge]

You stated you speak to random people regularly in pubs, then change your tone in the last post.



I do speak to folk I don't know in pubs.

If I'm standing at the bar, I'll strike up, or join in conversations with folk, particularly when there's sport etc on TV.

Last night for example, a guy ordered a pint of Stella and was told it was off. He opted for Kronenburg instead. he was speaking to the barman, not me, but I said to him that the Heineken was a nice pint and we had a wee conversation about the merits of various drinks.

I thought everyone did things like that.

However, as you say, back to the Deek story.

If Stubs signs him, I'll trust his judgement.

But he won't.

[sleeping giant]

I do speak to folk I don't know in pubs.

If I'm standing at the bar, I'll strike up, or join in conversations with folk, particularly when there's sport etc on TV.

Last night for example, a guy ordered a pint of Stella and was told it was off. He opted for Kronenburg instead. he was speaking to the barman, not me, but I said to him that the Heineken was a nice pint and we had a wee conversation about the merits of various drinks.

I thought everyone did things like that.

However, as you say, back to the Deek story.

If Stubs signs him, I'll trust his judgement.

But he won't.

Exactly . Its how people meet other people.

[BoomtownHibees]

I do speak to folk I don't know in pubs.

If I'm standing at the bar, I'll strike up, or join in conversations with folk, particularly when there's sport etc on TV.

Last night for example, a guy ordered a pint of Stella and was told it was off. He opted for Kronenburg instead. he was speaking to the barman, not me, but I said to him that the Heineken was a nice pint and we had a wee conversation about the merits of various drinks.

I thought everyone did things like that.

However, as you say, back to the Deek story.

If Stubs signs him, I'll trust his judgement.

But he won't.

So if the barman says to the guy "what would you like" and you jumped in and said "give him Heineken". Would that be fair game?

[Kato]

I'd give my right baw to watch Deek play at Easter Road again....

I wouldn't as I gave my left the last time.

[matty_f]

So if the barman says to the guy "what would you like" and you jumped in and said "give him Heineken". Would that be fair game?

No, but if he jumped in and said "This thread is about Derek Riordan", it would.

[matty_f]

Was it Deek ?

:thumbsup: that's better!

[J-C]

Deek will have lost his sharpness but his skills and talent will still be there, I remember watching Best when he was here and although nearing the end of his career, he was still miles ahead of everyone else football brain wise.

Someone posted they'd spoken to a key player and he said Deek look fit and still had it, Stubbs has also seen fit to invite him back for an extra weeks training as it was only for an initial week.

Deek could not be seen as a real striker now, in fact he always played deeper in the 2 striker role, so sitting in the hole making things happen could be his position and a pay per play may also be an option. As someone said, maybe getting another chance at Hibs will see him train and try harder then he has done for the past 2-3 years but our current problems with strikers may make this a possibility.

[lord bunberry]

I wouldn't as I gave my left the last time.
That's the problem with the hibs support these days, no commitment. Hearts fans gave their brains for the club last season. Admittedly it was a small gesture and no one really noticed, but the commitment was there.

[scoopyboy]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?

[B.H.F.C]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?

You used to be able to in the lower leagues. In fact, did East Fife not field Riordan as a trialist prior to actually signing him?

[J-C]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?


I think only div1 and 2 and in cup games.

[Blaster]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?

I would just give him a deal until January just now and see how that works out

[My_Wife_Camille]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?

I asked my mates the very same question last week as I remember Neil McCann playing as a trialist for Dundee not so long ago. Apparently you can only do so in League 1 and 2 now though

[KeithTheHibby]

Derek Riordan has scored 5 goals in the last 4 years.

Every other fans forum in the world would see the equivalent word to "underwhelmed" appearing regularly if their team was rumoured to be signing him.

Very selective stats. How many games has he played?

[Northernhibee]

They can have a view all they want. I was interested in when that poster had last seen Deek play. Why others would want to jump in on that seems strange considering their responses.

Send a PM then and I mean that in a genuine term rather than trying to stir trouble - otherwise you'll have people commenting on a public forum, it's a shame that the thread on Deek has come to this.

Out of interest to other posters out there - what other strikers out there are still free agents? Still some cracking players without clubs - if we are going to look at a short term deal to cover injuries then I'm sure we could find some other players who have done more in recent seasons.

[Lago]

So if you post something and I ask you personally about that post, then why would someone feel the need to jump in and answer said question instead of you?
It happens all the time, its a forum and I am doing it right now.

[Bad Martini]

I dont give a toss who buts in on this point - I am STILL of the opinion he gets fit and still has "it" (which I Cant really see him losing frankly), Deek is worth signing.

That was my opinion long before this thread existed and will be my opinion long after it's been closed for bickering about **** thats nowt to do with the debate :greengrin:na na:

MEANTIME, Deek Deek Deek Deek.....:aok::thumbsup:

[Haymaker]

Has he signed yet? :hyper

[Northernhibee]

Carlton Cole is still a free agent, worth offering a deal to the winter - gets to use our training facilities, works under a really good coach and covers our injuries just now? Don't know if he'd take a step down but was surprised by Vaz Te so you never know

[nellio]

Carlton Cole would be superb but I doubt we could afford him?

[Northernhibee]

Carlton Cole would be superb but I doubt we could afford him?

It's a super long shut but you never know on a deal to the January window - it's worth exhausting avenues like that before going for someone who as much of a club hero as he is hasn't done much as of late. Stranger things have happened.

[steviehibsleith]

4 of them this calendar year in 11 games for East Fife. Maybe he's due an Indian Summer in his career? It's happened before with others.
Indian summer or perhaps the fact he was playing those four goals came in the fourth tier of Scottish football against part timers.

[high bee]

Carlton Cole would be superb but I doubt we could afford him?

Would be worth approaching him IMO. If he has no other offers then being put in the shop window while getting a small wage off us til Jan has to be more appealing than having no income or game time.

[jacomo]

I'd give my right baw to watch Deek play at Easter Road again....

Shouldnae have said that...

A fair step up from a bath of beans.

[.Sean.]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?
I was going to suggest this, as far as I know they can.

[mutley]

Surely it couldn't hurt to put Deeks out in a development game as a trialist to see how he gets on, is that allowed ? That way we could get an idea of how he is playing, but if we lose miserably then it's no hardship as it won't hurt our league position


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[West hamBERNIAN]

Would be worth approaching him IMO. If he has no other offers then being put in the shop window while getting a small wage off us til Jan has to be more appealing than having no income or game time.
I'd be very surprised if he were to do well even in the Scottish championship. He's been a great character at west ham but as a player he was terrible about three years ago. He's rubbish in the air and worse on the ground. If farid could get/stay fit he'd be a far better player.

[Stuarty27]

Does anyone know if Deek is even still training?

[Alex Trager]

Waw.

Some people are extremely precious and up tight in this world.

I often feel like they are all members of Hibs.net.

Someone told me that someone told them that he was invited to the game the morn

[bigwheel]

I'd be very surprised if he were to do well even in the Scottish championship. He's been a great character at west ham but as a player he was terrible about three years ago. He's rubbish in the air and worse on the ground. If farid could get/stay fit he'd be a far better player.

Wow. That is some view...you do realise he has played 7 times for England ? how many premiership games has Farid played ?

[Kato]

Does anyone know if Deek is even still training?

Finishes at 7pm.

[erin go bragh]

Can Hibs field a trialist tomorrow?

You heard something Scoops ? Spill the beans , lol

GGTTH

[scoopyboy]

You heard something Scoops ? Spill the beans , lol

GGTTH

Nothing regarding him playing as a trialist, I was just wondering it was within the rules.

[West hamBERNIAN]

Wow. That is some view...you do realise he has played 7 times for England ? how many premiership games has Farid played ?

Honestly mate, he is absolute torture. Buses really do turn quicker. Between him and Kevin Nolan west ham had two of the worst players in the premiership for two years running. His seven caps were when he was a young lad who looked as though he had some potential, don't get me wrong, after leaving Chelsea I thought he'd be great at west ham and for a couple of years looked the part. After relegation I think most west ham thought he'd be the player to fire us back up, in the end we needed Ricardo Vaz Te who was a different class to Carlton.

[snooky]

I'd be very surprised if he were to do well even in the Scottish championship. He's been a great character at west ham but as a player he was terrible about three years ago. He's rubbish in the air and worse on the ground. If farid could get/stay fit he'd be a far better player.

He'd fit right in then :wink:

[staunchhibby]

As far as i know deek is still training with us.

[West hamBERNIAN]

He'd fit right in then :wink:

He was only on about 40k/week I suppose. :thumbsup:

[4 Front Teeth]

Most people would surely agree that if we got Deek super fit.... he would be super good. I wonder how much it would cost to get Ricky Hatton's trainer in for a couple of months (or an equivalent)? Surely we would end up with a player worth a couple of million??!

Seriously,check out before and after training camp pictures of Hatton or other boxers.

(The trainer could sort out goc at the same time😈)

[Thegreenside]

I'd be very surprised if he were to do well even in the Scottish championship. He's been a great character at west ham but as a player he was terrible about three years ago. He's rubbish in the air and worse on the ground. If farid could get/stay fit he'd be a far better player.

What a load of nonsense

[Hibbyradge]

Very selective stats. How many games has he played?

Good point.

He's also only played 38 competitive games in the last 4 years.

[West hamBERNIAN]

What a load of nonsense

Lol well that's not very nice. Why? Do you think that a player who has been utter kite in the English premier would do well here because he played at a higher level?

[Haymaker]

What a load of nonsense

As a Hammers fan I have to say Carthorse Cole was utter gash in the last few years. Was never that good to start with.

[West hamBERNIAN]

As a Hammers fan I have to say Carthorse Cole was utter gash in the last few years. Was never that good to start with.

:agree::agree::agree::agree::thumbsup:

[lord bunberry]

As a Hammers fan I have to say Carthorse Cole was utter gash in the last few years. Was never that good to start with.
He' must be the least talented millionaire ever. You have to admire him for that.

[cmcd]

Have you seen him play lately?

Yes Saw him play for East Fife at the tale end of last season and he was nowhere near the player we all remember

[Sammy7nil]

He' must be the least talented millionaire ever. You have to admire him for that.

Ask Sunderland fans about Fletch :cb

[BoomtownHibees]

Yes Saw him play for East Fife at the tale end of last season and he was nowhere near the player we all remember

Maybe with better players around him he can get back to that.

[cmcd]

Maybe with better players around him he can get back to that.

Time will tell

[Unseen work]

What is going on in this thread?!

Carlton Cole not being good enough

Deek should be offered a deal

I can't believe what u read sometimes.

I loved deek, but that was about 5 years ago when he was half decent, wish the fans supported the current players as much as they do deek.

[West hamBERNIAN]

He' must be the least talented millionaire ever. You have to admire him for that.

Nope, I'd credit his agent with that. He's f in useless at everything. Actually hes okay at Twitter. :rolleyes:

[West hamBERNIAN]

What is going on in this thread?!

Carlton Cole not being good enough

Deek should be offered a deal

I can't believe what u read sometimes.

I loved deek, but that was about 5 years ago when he was half decent, wish the fans supported the current players as much as they do deek.

In a lot/most people's minds deek is a legend, they'll have to earn that kind of support. When it comes Carlton I really don't think he's good enough for Kilmarnock. I've seen a lot of him and think he's garbage like anybody else that's seen him play in 2/3 years.

[Unseen work]

In a lot/most people's minds deek is a legend, they'll have to earn that kind of support. When it comes Carlton I really don't think he's good enough for Kilmarnock. I've seen a lot of him and think he's garbage like anybody else that's seen him play in 2/3 years.

Understand both points your making mate.
For me riordan will always be a legend, based on his first spell and half of his second. The last year or just under with us he was very poor, I remember him playing left wing however. For me we need better more energetic players than deek who has done nothing for years.
Carlton Cole I agree is useless for West ham, but it's a massive drop playing against cahill and Terry to some part time players hibs play. I don't think he would ever be the type to look amazing, but I think he would score alot and trouble defences.
I wouldn't want him tho, if we can afford him we could afford another 3 quality players you would imagine

[CL0762]

I'm on the fence with it, part of me wants him back because it's Deek.

However the other part is wondering why we're looking at a 32 year old free agent who has played 30 odd games in 4 years.

However, sometimes players are just made for a certain club and on that, if Stubbs thinks he's worth a deal then by all means sign him up.

[MrSmith]

I'm on the fence with it, part of me wants him back because it's Deek.

However the other part is wondering why we're looking at a 32 year old free agent who has played 30 odd games in 4 years.

However, sometimes players are just made for a certain club and on that, if Stubbs thinks he's worth a deal then by all means sign him up.

Sometimes players just simply don't fit in other clubs! Seeks should've been a one club man!

[Niffy]

Maybe not, maybe just remember the good times.
I mind Keith Wright starting to get pelters near the end.

[keep the faith]

I'm on the fence with it, part of me wants him back because it's Deek.

However the other part is wondering why we're looking at a 32 year old free agent who has played 30 odd games in 4 years.

However, sometimes players are just made for a certain club and on that, if Stubbs thinks he's worth a deal then by all means sign him up.

Is it not a case that we are giving him training facilities at his agents request?

I get the feeling that's about it unless he blows Stubbs away with his performance at training.

[Keith_M]

If the SFA ever allow temporary substitutions, I'd bring on Deeks to take every corner and any Free Kicks within 30 yards of the opposition goal.

[J-C]

Is it not a case that we are giving him training facilities at his agents request?

I get the feeling that's about it unless he blows Stubbs away with his performance at training.

I think the first week that was the case but I'm led to believe that Stubbs invited him back for another weeks training, if anyone knows any different then please correct me.

[Baldy Foghorn]

I think the first week that was the case but I'm led to believe that Stubbs invited him back for another weeks training, if anyone knows any different then please correct me.

True, maybe AS is seeing something that is making him think he may be able to do a job for us still (and DR was meant to go on a trial with Shrewsbury, but did the extra week training with us)

[West hamBERNIAN]

Understand both points your making mate.
For me riordan will always be a legend, based on his first spell and half of his second. The last year or just under with us he was very poor, I remember him playing left wing however. For me we need better more energetic players than deek who has done nothing for years.
Carlton Cole I agree is useless for West ham, but it's a massive drop playing against cahill and Terry to some part time players hibs play. I don't think he would ever be the type to look amazing, but I think he would score alot and trouble defences.
I wouldn't want him tho, if we can afford him we could afford another 3 quality players you would imagine
Yeah I know what you mean but I've literally seen nothing from him in years to suggest he has it for any league, but you never know. He still reckons he should be playing in the premiership so you could imagine the wages he'll be after. Probably why he's still available. He'll end up at a struggling championship team and I reckon he'll be rubbish.
With riordan I didn't ever see him to be as bad as ppl made out, May have had a couple of bad games that I missed but most of the criticisms were he wasn't tracking back. That's how I remember it anyway. I've said all along if Stubbs reckons he's still got it I'll be delighted. :thumbsup:

[scoopyboy]

I think the first week that was the case but I'm led to believe that Stubbs invited him back for another weeks training, if anyone knows any different then please correct me.

No need to correct you, you are 100% correct.

[Ronniekirk]

No need to correct you, you are 100% correct.

But will he ba back next week .You would think he would of seen enough by now to decide if a short term deal is worth offering
Anier not match fit so he will be able to compare them in training and gauge where Deeks is Billy Whizz said one of the players he had been speaking to said Deeks was showing he still had it in a Training so I guess we will find out next week one way or other

[Blaster]

Maybe announce it after the cup tie as it will bring many more fans along on the Saturday

If Petrie resigns too it could be close to a sell out with all these fans waiting to come back once he goes. 😜

[Ronniekirk]

Maybe announce it after the cup tie as it will bring many more fans along on the Saturday

If Petrie resigns too it could be close to a sell out with all these fans waiting to come back once he goes. 

To be honest you wouldn't know Petrie was there now ,Leeann has Transformed the Club ,but unfortunately Transformed it at a time when Petrie had allowed the club to steadily decline under his Stewardship and Managerial appointments to its lowest ebb What we are now seeing is that the erosion of the core fan base isn't going to turned around quickly
I don't think Deeks signing and Petrie going would make that big a difference ,it's clearly a combination of second year in the Championship ,trailing Rangers by nine points so early , keeping prices high and having to watch us struggle to break teams down at home .
I now think only us going on a long unbeaten run ,and winning by playing good football and scoring goals is the only way to get the fans back .However I will be interested to see what size of the Hibs support is at the Aberdeen game .

[Blaster]

To be honest you wouldn't know Petrie was there now ,Leeann has Transformed the Club ,but unfortunately Transformed it at a time when Petrie had allowed the club to steadily decline under his Stewardship and Managerial appointments to its lowest ebb What we are now seeing is that the erosion of the core fan base isn't going to turned around quickly
I don't think Deeks signing and Petrie going would make that big a difference ,it's clearly a combination of second year in the Championship ,trailing Rangers by nine points so early , keeping prices high and having to watch us struggle to break teams down at home .
I now think only us going on a long unbeaten run ,and winning by playing good football and scoring goals is the only way to get the fans back .However I will be interested to see what size of the Hibs support is at the Aberdeen game .

My tounge was firmly in my cheek mate

[4 Front Teeth]

Maybe announce it after the cup tie as it will bring many more fans along on the Saturday

If Petrie resigns too it could be close to a sell out with all these fans waiting to come back once he goes. 😜

Remember all the fans that were going to come back once Miller left.........

[J-C]

Do any of the ITK guys know if Deek is back again this week training with us, initially it was only for 1 week but AS asked him back last week, after another game where the strikers missed chances, I was wondering if AS was maybe keen to sign Deek up, he knows how to find the net at least.

[MrRobot]

I think we need to remember that in his previous stints at other clubs, he has been playing with a lower standard of tema than Hibs are. Lets face it, we create plenty chances but often find ourselves not putting these chances away. Riordan is a natural goalscorer, I fully believe that with the chances we create, he would score still.

Either way, I'll trust Stubbs' judgement on this.

[HappyHanlon]

#BringHimHome :hyper:hyper:hyper:hyper:hyper:hyper:hyper

:not worth:not worth:not worth

[Bad Martini]

Reading between the lines on this and taking into account what Stubbs ACTUALLY said, there is a small glimmer of hope. It's 100% down to Deek which is fair enough.

Anyone doubting him and his ability will surely be assured Stubbs isn't going to risk his own reputation and utlimately any feathers being taken out his own cap by reinstating a fans favourite for no good reason, bearing in mind he has no emotional connection to Hibs and Deek of yesteryear and he is here to do a job?

Surely folk can see that?

So, if Deek does the biz, Stubbs does let him into the team in some way, that will be for the right reasons. How can anyone possibly see a negative in this (other than your own personal judgement being different from that of Stubbs, albeit his many years in the game and your many years playing fitba management games on a console or computer :greengrin)

**** it, Im with the footie manager brigade. Doon with these professional fitba managers :greengrin:aok::na na:

[CockneyRebel]

Sometimes players just simply don't fit in other clubs! Seeks should've been a one club man!

I don't think there was anything stopping him from being a one club man - his choice.

[Bad Martini]

I don't think there was anything stopping him from being a one club man - his choice.

As I recall Tony Mowbray put the contract on hold whilst he assessed our top scorer and best player...the rest is history. Can't sign a contract if it's not there to be signed now can he?

However, that is VERY old water under the bridge is it not?

[bigwheel]

I'd be very surprised if he were to do well even in the Scottish championship. He's been a great character at west ham but as a player he was terrible about three years ago. He's rubbish in the air and worse on the ground. If farid could get/stay fit he'd be a far better player.



Carlton Cole heading for Celtic??

[Billy Whizz]

Getting the thread back on topic:wink:

For some of our younger posters, left foot, right foot, and a few more headers than I can remember. Worth a wee watch, how effortlessly he scores at times:greengrin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQ3ihnxWNU

[eastmainsmsh]

Wonder if deek will train with view to a deal in Jan feel players will move on

[Ronniekirk]

Getting the thread back on topic:wink:

For some of our younger posters, left foot, right foot, and a few more headers than I can remember. Worth a wee watch, how effortlessly he scores at times:greengrin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQ3ihnxWNU

I don't qualify as a young poster but always worth watching a natural talent doing what he does best Scoring goals .
To get the thread back up to date ,Is he still Training ,or has he departed on Trial else where .

[erin-go-bragh87]

Getting the thread back on topic:wink:

For some of our younger posters, left foot, right foot, and a few more headers than I can remember. Worth a wee watch, how effortlessly he scores at times:greengrin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQ3ihnxWNU

The man was put on this earth to do one thing. Score goals for Hibs. Who cares what's gone on elsewhere! While I see where the people against him coming back are coming from, I don't see how any Hibs supporter could watch that video and not think he's worth one last chance if Stubbs thinks he's fit enough.

[Pretty Boy]

Getting the thread back on topic:wink:

For some of our younger posters, left foot, right foot, and a few more headers than I can remember. Worth a wee watch, how effortlessly he scores at times:greengrin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQ3ihnxWNU

The goal against Aberdeen from 2004 is one of my favourite goals ever. Great touch to put it past the defender then hits it on the volley right across the keeper. Amazing technique.

That was the day I think a lot of fans realised Mowbray had put a pretty decent team together, Aberdeen had started that season well and had a few experienced heads and we went up there and matched them before beating them with a great goal. Fantastic time to be a Hibs fan.

[Billy Whizz]

I don't qualify as a young poster but always worth watching a natural talent doing what he does best Scoring goals .
To get the thread back up to date ,Is he still Training ,or has he departed on Trial else where .

No idea Ronnie, just thought I'd look this video up, you forget how profilic he was, and he seemed to pass the ball into the nett, everything was so effortlessly. Worth the 8 mins or so to watch it. Fairly cheered me up tonight

[SouthsideHarp_Bhoy]

No idea Ronnie, just thought I'd look this video up, you forget how profilic he was, and he seemed to pass the ball into the nett, everything was so effortlessly. Worth the 8 mins or so to watch it. Fairly cheered me up tonight

Makes me feel bad.

How far we've fallen, how good he was, what he might have done if he'd stayed with us. Loads of regrets.

But wow, a huge number of those goals are absolutely top drawer, what a talent he was.

Given the glaring weakness of our current team at scoring goals, I can't help but think he's worth another go.

Sign him up!

[hhibs]

Remember all the fans that were going to come back once Miller left.........

If you really believe you can compare the "damage" the manager Miller did compared to the collapse of the club under the stewardship of Rod Petrie then I think you need to have a serious rethink.

[shetlandhibee]

:top marks
The man was put on this earth to do one thing. Score goals for Hibs. Who cares what's gone on elsewhere! While I see where the people against him coming back are coming from, I don't see how any Hibs supporter could watch that video and not think he's worth one last chance if Stubbs thinks he's fit enough.
and was it just coincidental(riordans been in training that 10 days) after hendersons free kick on saturday, stubbs said to be honest liams been doing that for 10 days now in training..its a no nbrainer for me.. and imho think he would sighn for free till jan to prove hes worth a longer(short term deal) GGTTH

[SaulGoodman]

If you really believe you can compare the "damage" the manager Miller did compared to the collapse of the club under the stewardship of Rod Petrie then I think you need to have a serious rethink.

This thread has nothing to do with Rod Petrie.

Derek Riordan. Goal Machine. Hibs hero. Sign him up.

[Haymaker]

He signed yet? :hyper

[cmcd]

This thread has nothing to do with Rod Petrie.

Derek Riordan. Goal Machine. Hibs hero. Sign him up.

Dream on

[SaulGoodman]

Dream on

Is that not what I'm doing?

[high bee]

Just watched the video of his goals, after seeing those again I'd stick him out there if he was on crutches. The guy only needs a sniff at goal and he can score from anywhere. If he has half that ability left then get him signed.

[My_Wife_Camille]

Getting the thread back on topic:wink:

For some of our younger posters, left foot, right foot, and a few more headers than I can remember. Worth a wee watch, how effortlessly he scores at times:greengrin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spQ3ihnxWNU
Posted this before Billy, it's more or less the same video but also has his goals from his final season too. That chip over Forster at Celtic Park :not worth



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ACdH__eWRc

[Allant1981]

Some cracking goals in those clips

[The_Horde]

Posted this before Billy, it's more or less the same video but also has his goals from his final season too. That chip over Forster at Celtic Park :not worth



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ACdH__eWRc

Quite possibly the best goal I've ever seen hibs score.

I actually think Deeks would nearly take up my top 10. The left footed raker against celtic at parkhead is class too.

[Dashing Bob S]

Quite possibly the best goal I've ever seen hibs score.

I actually think Deeks would nearly take up my top 10. The left footed raker against celtic at parkhead is class too.

Amazing goalscoring, but best just enjoyed rather than used as a reason to resign a guy who hasn't been anything like that player in a long time.

[Beefster]

I saw Keith Wright in the Tranent Co-op last week. Looks quite fit. Sign him up.

[Peevemor]

I saw Keith Wright in the Tranent Co-op last week. Looks quite fit. Sign him up.

Apparently since this thread started, Mixu's been seen doing a lot of jogging round Arthur's Seat.

[Ronniekirk]

Dream on

The dream lives on, have heard from a very Trustworthy Reliable source that he is back Training with Hibs this week .So he must be doing something right ie teaching Henderson how to take free kicks .
Let's see what this week brings as Keatings still recovering and neither striker scored at the weekend Anier still not quoted and Feruz still settling in and is work in progress

[Golden Bear]

Much as we would like to, we can't turn the clock back to Derek's glory days in a Hibs jersey.

[Jack Hackett]

Much as we would like to, we can't turn the clock back to Derek's glory days in a Hibs jersey.

Yes we can......It's called YouTube

[Bostonhibby]

If you really believe you can compare the "damage" the manager Miller did compared to the collapse of the club under the stewardship of Rod Petrie then I think you need to have a serious rethink.

:agree: I think Miller did a good job given the times we were in - that was some damage he caused when he took us to the League cup win so soon after we nearly ceased to exist. Only one manager has managed it in the 24 years since.

[rcarter1]

:agree:
:agree: I think Miller did a good job given the times we were in - that was some damage he caused when he took us to the League cup win so soon after we nearly ceased to exist. Only one manager has managed it in the 24 years since.

IMO our most under rated manager ever. I accept that he was a defensive minded tactician and therefore not the prettiest to watch, but generally his record was good. The football, in spite of the defensiveness, was far more entertaining (in my memory) than Fenlon/Butcher type stuff. The 4-0 defeat to Hearts which (I think?) contributed to his departure, was remarkable for the fact that up till then, such a scale of defeat was almost unheard of. For the first few years of his reign, Hibs rarely lost games by more than 1 or two goals. If we had followed his foundations with a manager that knew what he was doing, we could have been a really decent side.

[scoopyboy]

I saw Keith Wright in the Tranent Co-op last week. Looks quite fit. Sign him up.

Do keep up Beefster.

The Store is history, it's ASDA now.:greengrin

[scoopyboy]

Posted this before Billy, it's more or less the same video but also has his goals from his final season too. That chip over Forster at Celtic Park :not worth



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ACdH__eWRc

Can nobody manage to put all his goals on a disc, I would love a copy.

[Billy Whizz]

Can nobody manage to put all his goals on a disc, I would love a copy.

Could put it on a memory stick for you

[DH1875]

If he's back in this week and he has given up the chance of going on trial at other clubs then reckon there must be a chance of him getting a deal with us :)