McKirdy

[Pretty Boy]

A joke that has long ceased being funny.

So far out his depth it's unreal, you could have plucked a pissed up punter out the stand and they would have offered the same.

Send him on loan to Spartans next year as back up for Blair Henderson.

[The Modfather]

Did we pay money for him?

[Ozyhibby]

A joke that has long ceased being funny.

So far out his depth it's unreal, you could have plucked a pissed up punter out the stand and they would have offered the same.

Send him on loan to Spartans next year as back up for Blair Henderson.

Nah, he’s not good enough. Maybe a lowland league team would take him.


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[jakedance]

We could do with clearing out loads of them but today must be proof for everyone now that he’s not good enough to play at this level. We’d have been better keeping that American laddie.

[basehibby]

Today was McKirdy's chance to create a wee bit of folklore and to stake a claim to a place in next seasons team. Ultimately he failed to produce. Wasn't as awful as some will paint him but we needed a bit of brilliance and he could not produce it. Could see him returning to Swindon in a part swap for Williams - who Johnston is keen on and has a more established pedigree.

[CentreForward]

Seriously 300 grand or whatever it was wasted on this impostor when if we’d just given Laidlaw a chance around the first team you can guarantee that he would have scored some goals and would have cost us nothing. Who knows, that might have encouraged Laidlaw to stay but instead we’ve lost a guy who could possibly turn out to be a real talent!

[Willis1875]

Today was McKirdy's chance to create a wee bit of folklore and to stake a claim to a place in next seasons team. Ultimately he failed to produce. Wasn't as awful as some will paint him but we needed a bit of brilliance and he could not produce it. Could see him returning to Swindon in a part swap for Williams - who Johnston is keen on and has a more established pedigree.

Williams is out of contract and available for free but I agree we should be trying to punt him back to Swindon…I’d take their mascot in exchange

[JammyDoidger]

Never mind Mckirdy, Ewan Henderson doesn't even have the personality. Offers absolutely nothing.

[Since452]

I really like Lee Johnson as a manager but he has me banging my head off the wall continuing to give this guy minutes. No goals, no assists, no hope. Was there something in his contract saying he had to get X amount of time?

[Heisenberg]

Never mind Mckirdy, Ewan Henderson doesn't even have the personality. Offers absolutely nothing.

Henderson never has been and never will be good enough for a team at this level. Contributes absolutely **** all.

[Steven79]

Did we pay money for him?Apparently so....

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[500miles]

Never mind Mckirdy, Ewan Henderson doesn't even have the personality. Offers absolutely nothing.

At least he has a few goals and assists. McKirdy wishes he was Henderson.

[sleeping giant]

I feel for the guy but he's clearly not going to make it at Hibs.

[Hibees1973]

Tries hard apparently

Someone on here last week called him 'lively'.

Hilarious.

First one to go with Henderson and Cabraja just behind. Combined could save us around £9-£10k a week.

[Since452]

Someone on here last week called him 'lively'.

Hilarious.

First one to go with Henderson and Cabraja just behind. Combined could save us around £9-£10k a week.

Yup. First three I'd be looking to offload.

[lyonhibs]

A lively hairstyle and that's it. Not once has he shown whether he's a football player or not. Even Henderson the Lesser has done that on occasion

[Johnny Clash]

Really wanted hon to grab the winner then push on. He had a couple of half chances he could have converted into solid chances but was easily dealt with by a defender. We really need someone with the ability to convert half chances into goals!

[mcohibs]

I really like Lee Johnson as a manager but he has me banging my head off the wall continuing to give this guy minutes. No goals, no assists, no hope. Was there something in his contract saying he had to get X amount of time?

What is it you like about Lee Johnson as a manager out of interest? Seems an alright guy. As a manager though I’m struggling to name even a couple of redeeming qualities.

[Hibee Mac]

Can people stop hoping or pretending that he's going to offer something if we keep trying with him?

If did pay money for him as some say then that's an absolute disaster from the recruitment team.

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[1875Sean]

He will be a big wage but he can run about and close down! Can’t believe he got the amount of minutes he did ahead of others

[Brightside]

At least he has a few goals and assists. McKirdy wishes he was Henderson.

Both are awful.

[Since452]

What is it you like about Lee Johnson as a manager out of interest? Seems an alright guy. As a manager though I’m struggling to name even a couple of redeeming qualities.

He's improved us and also improved individual players

[jeffers]

Can people stop hoping or pretending that he's going to offer something if we keep trying with him?

If did pay money for him as some say then that's an absolute disaster from the recruitment team.

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We certainly did. I can’t remember the initial figure that was quoted, we ended up paying double it.

[Hibees1973]

He will be a big wage but he can run about and close down! Can’t believe he got the amount of minutes he did ahead of others

Yes.

Ethan Laidlaw didn't get a look in and he's now away. The amount of promise he has and Johnson didn't involve him beggars belief.

Maybe Laidlaw indicated he was never going to stay which is why Johnson never selected him, but we are seeing one with huge promise leave and has never kicked a ball for us and we have the likes of McKirdy/Henderson/Cabraja/Tavares, etc picking up a wage and likely to be very tough to move on at little cost to us.

Baffling.

[Hibs4185]

Poundland Jason Cummings.

Maybe even charity shop Jason Cummings

[Since452]

Poundland Jason Cummings.

Maybe even charity shop Jason Cummings

I don't think Cummings is the answer but he'd have loved it today. Twice the player McKirdy is.

[Hibs4185]

I don't think Cummings is the answer but he'd have loved it today. Twice the player McKirdy is.

Cummings would def have created more chances or created more nuisance today.

He may not be the answer but it shows how far we have fallen

[Green_one]

A lively hairstyle and that's it. Not once has he shown whether he's a football player or not. Even Henderson the Lesser has done that on occasion

I agree. I have simply never seen anything from this guy. He is lightweight, poorly skilled and has no pace. If he was to score, it would be a near miracle. I get that people wish he was better but he is well short of being up to this league. It’s hard to see how he was good elsewhere. Perhaps the style of play etc suited him For his and our sake get rid!!!

[Pretty Boy]

I agree. I have simply never seen anything from this guy. He is lightweight, poorly skilled and has no pace. If he was to score, it would be a near miracle. I get that people wish he was better but he is well short of being up to this league. It’s hard to see how he was good elsewhere. Perhaps the style of play etc suited him For his and our sake get rid!!!

He's only really had one good season elsewhere.

Look at his career stats and how much of a nomad he is. What you see is what you get. Hopeless.

[Northernhibee]

I feel for the guy but he's clearly not going to make it at Hibs.
Soon as he posted his “Chelsea, Nina, Golf, Hibs”, I lost any sympathy. This is the best story he’ll ever be able to take from his career when he’s washed up and telling his mates down the pub that he was a Hibs player once.

We shouldn’t have given him another chance, he should have been doing the washing up in hospitality after that.

[I'm Spartacus]

I posted elsewhere that LJ's biggest offence of the day was putting this guy on the park, an absolute shambolic decision. It made it 10 v 10.5

[makaveli1875]

He's a joke

[SHODAN]

If that shot is three yards lower he's a legend. Just sayin'.

[I'm Spartacus]

If that shot is three yards lower he's a legend. Just sayin'.

If that shot is 3 yards lower then it's still 3 yards too high.

[K-Zazu]

I actually think he’s one of the worst players I’ve ever seen play football

[cameronw-hfc]

If that shot is three yards lower he's a legend. Just sayin'.

It's also barely even a half chance. Folk are making out as if it's a sitter. If it goes in its our goal of the season by a mile. The header was worse but also not an easy chance. His all round play wasn't great though I don't think it helped he was collecting it off of the CBs at times. Had to be an instruction as he doesn't usually do that.

[JimBHibees]

It's also barely even a half chance. Folk are making out as if it's a sitter. If it goes in its our goal of the season by a mile. The header was worse but also not an easy chance. His all round play wasn't great though I don't think it helped he was collecting it off of the CBs at times. Had to be an instruction as he doesn't usually do that.

Seemed bizarre he was picking the ball up so deep. Wish he had been put out right.

[TheHarpy76]

This guy, would genuinely make my worst XI ever.
Absolutely hopeless.

[Hiber-nation]

Seemed bizarre he was picking the ball up so deep. Wish her had been put out right.

I'd have stuck him on the left and switched Youan to the right as we had nothing there after Cadden went off.

Anyway Harry is just not quite good enough, not as bad as some make out but just not to the required standard and hopefully we can get rid.

[Bobby's Cinema]

Another good opportunity for him today with no real meaningful contribution. 45mins against 10 men. A weak header by the post and a poor strike over the top.

Struggled to get himself into the game. When he did pick it up with his back from goal too often it is all far too safe and negative, doing nothing to advance the play.
No real link up with Nisbet/ Youan to speak of.

We could be giving far more opportunity to our own youngsters that would be more deserving of minutes.

[Since90+2]

I've genuinely never seen a player with less game intelligence than him. He just seems to run about aimlessly and his decision making is laughably bad.

[LunasBoots]

I genuinely want him yo do well and sometimes think there's a player in there, but at the same time I'm not sure he's cut out for this level, hopefully proved wrong, has more than Henderson mind you

[Nicho87]

If he didn’t change his hair and unique sock style he would be 97% have the fans majority saying he was terrible

But because he’s a bit of a character he seems to get more people give him chance after chance

0 assists 0 goals

Sell sell sell

[Ozyhibby]

This guy, would genuinely make my worst XI ever.
Absolutely hopeless.

I can’t think of a worse player in the league just now? And not one who has had as much game time as him. He’s def the worst Hibs player I can remember.


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[HIBS NUTS]

[QUOTE=Ozyhibby;7360954]I can’t think of a worse player in the league just now? And not one who has had as much game time as him. He’s def the worst Hibs player I can remember.


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Yip he’s terrible, most players have something they are good at, i can’t see anything.😳

[Paulie Walnuts]

Didn’t see the game today but don’t need to have to know he’s absolutely miles from being good enough.

Needs to go in the summer. A whole season and no goals? Abysmal. And let’s not pretend it’s cause he hasn’t had a run of starts as it would have been a travesty if he had been given that.

[Vault Boy]

Sell or release. Whatever is easier.

[Torto7062]

I had a text asking who the Poundland Riordan was 🤣🤣🤣

[Northernhibee]

Proof that people who say we need a player with “a bit of swagger” don’t have a clue what that actually is.

[Greencore]

I really wanted him to do well here. But after today I just don't see how he has the ability to make the first starting 11 or even bench regular

[Mantis Toboggan]

Sell or release. Whatever is easier.

Sell back to Swindon hopefully. His level.

[Dmas]

Didn’t see the game today but don’t need to have to know he’s absolutely miles from being good enough.

Needs to go in the summer. A whole season and no goals? Abysmal. And let’s not pretend it’s cause he hasn’t had a run of starts as it would have been a travesty if he had been given that.


I also don't think he is good enough but a lot of his appearances have came very late in the game even players better than him would have struggled to make any impact from 86 min sub apps for example, needs replaced though and lessons need learnt there was no way you would watch him and believe he would make it up here

[wookie70]

He had a couple of half chances to be a hero today. One a volley that never came close and another a weak header that a better player may have chested and got a shot in. He is nowhere near good enough imo and doesn't have age of his side to improve to any great extend

[Paulie Walnuts]

I also don't think he is good enough but a lot of his appearances have came very late in the game even players better than him would have struggled to make any impact from 86 min sub apps for example, needs replaced though and lessons need learnt there was no way you would watch him and believe he would make it up here

His average appearance is 41 mins long. He’s only had 3 appearances that could realistically be considered to have given him no time to do anything with them being 4, 5 and 6 mins. The other 25 appearances he’s been given decent lengths of time to do something with imo. If anything he’s been given significantly more opportunity than he’s done anything to deserve.

[JimBHibees]

I had a text asking who the Poundland Riordan was 🤣🤣🤣

Pretty good description :greengrin

[B.H.F.C]

Shocking signing. There can be absolutely no defence of him.

It’s not his fault we signed him but we can’t have him anywhere near the squad next season. He’s dreadful.

[Since452]

Rowan Vine was a better signing

[I'm Spartacus]

Rowan Vine was a better signing

Rowan Atkinson would have been a better signing :(

I called it the day he signed because he turned up dressed like a cartoon character, the usual, the .Net wolves round on you.

[Hiber-nation]

Rowan Vine was a better signing

McKirdy tries, Vine didn't. No comparison but McKirdy still has to be punted.

[SHODAN]

We seem to sign the "worst Hibs striker ever" every season and the "worst Hibs signing ever" every other season, either we're the only team in the world who's recruitment is consistently worse every year or some people just love their hyperbole.

Vine, Kuqi, Sinclair, Big Dave, even Bojang were far worse than McKirdy. Have a word.

[Northernhibee]

We seem to sign the "worst Hibs striker ever" every season and the "worst Hibs signing ever" every other season, either we're the only team in the world who's recruitment is consistently worse every year or some people just love their hyperbole.

Vine, Kuqi, Sinclair, Big Dave, even Bojang were far worse than McKirdy. Have a word.
All the names above made less appearances and scored the exact number of goals and assists as McKirdy.

It’s tough to argue that he isn’t in the company of Hurtado and Kuqi as one of the worst strikers we’ve ever signed, especially when you add his stinking attitude to the list of his attributes.

[Paulie Walnuts]

We seem to sign the "worst Hibs striker ever" every season and the "worst Hibs signing ever" every other season, either we're the only team in the world who's recruitment is consistently worse every year or some people just love their hyperbole.

Vine, Kuqi, Sinclair, Big Dave, even Bojang were far worse than McKirdy. Have a word.

They were worse, so in that regard you’re right (although I’d argue big Dave was actually better). The difference with McKirdy though is he’s been given a hell of a lot of minutes comparatively. Guys like Bojang, Jake Sinclair, Kuqi were ***** but we were pretty much never subjected to actually watching them and they cost very little compared to McKirdy

In terms of players we’ve signed who have had a significant amount of minutes, McKirdy is up there with the worst in the recent past imo.

[I'm Spartacus]

*Melkerson* "Hold my beer!" :)

[MWHIBBIES]

We seem to sign the "worst Hibs striker ever" every season and the "worst Hibs signing ever" every other season, either we're the only team in the world who's recruitment is consistently worse every year or some people just love their hyperbole.

Vine, Kuqi, Sinclair, Big Dave, even Bojang were far worse than McKirdy. Have a word.

Don't forget James Scott. Absolutely gash last season.

[1875Sean]

Don't forget James Scott. Absolutely gash last season.

He not get a hat trick on his last game? Not even in the same category as McKirdy

[MWHIBBIES]

He not get a hat trick on his last game? Not even in the same category as McKirdy

He got a hatrick in a friendly essentially, after 10 months of being utterly useless, overweight and a mandown when he was on the park. Dreadful signing.

[1875Sean]

He got a hatrick in a friendly essentially, after 10 months of being utterly useless, overweight and a mandown when he was on the park. Dreadful signing.

Still scored 4 goals in 16 appearances, wouldn’t want either next season but if I had to choose it would be Scott everyday of the week

[tamig]

He got a hatrick in a friendly essentially, after 10 months of being utterly useless, overweight and a mandown when he was on the park. Dreadful signing.

Thats nonsense. His form over his last few months was on the up. You crack on with your rubbish though.

[MWHIBBIES]

Thats nonsense. His form over his last few months was on the up. You crack on with your rubbish though.

Few months :faf:

He played 2 good games, the last 2 games. He was dreadful otherwise.

[1875Sean]

Few months :faf:

He played 2 good games, the last 2 games. He was dreadful otherwise.

2 more games than McKirdy

[MWHIBBIES]

2 more games than McKirdy

Absolutely yeah. But McKirdy didn't have the benefit of playing Dundee and St Johnstone in the bottom 6.

[1875Sean]

Absolutely yeah. But McKirdy didn't have the benefit of playing Dundee and St Johnstone in the bottom 6.

And you think we would have performed against them? Is your point here that McKirdy deserves more time or you just think he is better than Scott?

[MWHIBBIES]

And you think we would have performed against them? Is your point here that McKirdy deserves more time or you just think he is better than Scott?

They are both on the same level as two of the worst forwards we've ever had

[HIBS NUTS]

James scott was rotten, but better than mckirdy.
He is currently at exeter and has scored 1 goal in 11 appearances.

[CapitalGreen]

James scott was rotten, but better than mckirdy.
He is currently at exeter and has scored 1 goal in 11 appearances.

Feel sorry for James, his career has been blighted by injuries after a bright start at Motherwell. Came to us on the back on an injury hit season with Hull as a 20 year old and was subjected to some awful treatment from our fans.

[Haymaker]

Leigh Griffiths would have been a better option up front.

[PHeffernan]

Leigh Griffiths would have been a better option up front.

Only if we joined a pub league

[easty]

Feel sorry for James, his career has been blighted by injuries after a bright start at Motherwell. Came to us on the back on an injury hit season with Hull as a 20 year old and was subjected to some awful treatment from our fans.

We were subjected to some awful treatment from him.

[CapitalGreen]

We were subjected to some awful treatment from him.

No you weren’t, you were just watching a player who wasn’t good enough to play at our level.

[BILLYHIBS]

James Scott was outstanding in his last match for us but like McKirdy it was too little too late

Probably took him all that time to get up to speed

We are still waiting on McKirdy to get there and patience has now reached exasperation point

[Nicho87]

I would rather Curtis main than mckirdy

And I really don’t like main

[flash]

I would rather Curtis main than mckirdy

And I really don’t like main

Main has been great this season and was good at Motherwell too.

Aberdeen was the only place he really struggled.

[Pretty Boy]

I really don't get McKirdy.

Last nights POTY was billed a black tie event and most of the squad adhered to it. Even someone like Youan who wasn't in black tie was dressed in a way that suggests he understood the formality of the occasion. Most of the sponsors tables adhered to the dress code as well and among the ordinary punters there was a mix of black tie and guys in business suits and ties. I'd say 99% of people had made a real effort and respected Hibs request that people dress up. There was no ambiguity with 'smart' or the dreaded 'smart casual'. McKirdy turn up dressed like a bumble bee with a baseball cap on. Sorry but that just lacks any respect for his employer and is a total lack of professionalism. Part and parcel of a players job is attending these events and there should be an expectation that they meet the standards the club has asked for. It's something he has done before down south and I didn't find it funny or endearing then or now.

It's the same on the park with the sleeves pulled over his hands, shorts hitched away up, that stupid bandage on his calf and the socks rolled all the way down. It just screams someone who wants attention, any attention. I know people will argue none of that matters and it's an assassination on his character or whatever but it just seems to me it's the actions of someone who doesn't take their job very seriously. I know as fans we can be hypocrites and if he was banging in 15 goals a season no one would care about any of that, or at least it would be easier to shoot it down. He isn't doing that though and not doing that is far more a feature of his career than actually performing on the park. 4 clubs in 4 seasons is verging on journeyman stuff and there is every chance it will be 5 in 5 before the summer is out. 7 seasons in League Two in England and he hit double figures in terms of goals twice (11 & 24). The most he managed in any other season was 3.

For me McKirdy is just not a good enough player to be at Hibs and he's not the type of character I want either. So much praise heaped on Lewis Stevenson last night was about the way he conducts himself, his attitude to training, his self effacing nature, his quiet determination and his work ethic demanding more from others as well. That is a guy who has wrung out every bit of natural ability he has through sheer hard work. A guy who conducted himself brilliantly at an event like last night and conducts himself brilliantly every time he steps on the park for Hibs. You can carry a 'maverick' if they are producing the goods consistently, McKirdy isn't and there are minimal signs he is any way capable of doing so. Time to cut our losses and use his wage far more wisely.

[neil7908]

I really don't get McKirdy.

Last nights POTY was billed a black tie event and most of the squad adhered to it. Even someone like Youan who wasn't in black tie was dressed in a way that suggests he understood the formality of the occasion. Most of the sponsors tables adhered to the dress code as well and among the ordinary punters there was a mix of black tie and guys in business suits and ties. I'd say 99% of people had made a real effort and respected Hibs request that people dress up. There was no ambiguity with 'smart' or the dreaded 'smart casual'. McKirdy turn up dressed like a bumble bee with a baseball cap on. Sorry but that just lacks any respect for his employer and is a total lack of professionalism. Part and parcel of a players job is attending these events and there should be an expectation that they meet the standards the club has asked for. It's something he has done before down south and I didn't find it funny or endearing then or now.

It's the same on the park with the sleeves pulled over his hands, shorts hitched away up, that stupid bandage on his calf and the socks rolled all the way down. It just screams someone who wants attention, any attention. I know people will argue none of that matters and it's an assassination on his character or whatever but it just seems to me it's the actions of someone who doesn't take their job very seriously. I know as fans we can be hypocrites and if he was banging in 15 goals a season no one would care about any of that, or at least it would be easier to shoot it down. He isn't doing that though and not doing that is far more a feature of his career than actually performing on the park. 4 clubs in 4 seasons is verging on journeyman stuff and there is every chance it will be 5 in 5 before the summer is out. 7 seasons in League Two in England and he hit double figures in terms of goals twice (11 & 24). The most he managed in any other season was 3.

For me McKirdy is just not a good enough player to be at Hibs and he's not the type of character I want either. So much praise heaped on Lewis Stevenson last night was about the way he conducts himself, his attitude to training, his self effacing nature, his quiet determination and his work ethic demanding more from others as well. That is a guy who has wrung out every bit of natural ability he has through sheer hard work. A guy who conducted himself brilliantly at an event like last night and conducts himself brilliantly every time he steps on the park for Hibs. You can carry a 'maverick' if they are producing the goods consistently, McKirdy isn't and there are minimal signs he is any way capable of doing so. Time to cut our losses and use his wage far more wisely.

I think you are spot on and it doesn't surprise me in the slightest that he turned up looking like that.

I also don't think it's at all hypocritical to suggest that no one would be as bothered if he was scoring loads of goals for us.

He's basically falling at his job and then showing a poor attitude in effectively ignoring his employers wishes.

He's had plenty of minutes on the pitch - no excuses at this point. Unfortunately we'll need to take a big loss on him but we need to get rid.

[CockneyRebel]

I think you are spot on and it doesn't surprise me in the slightest that he turned up looking like that.

I also don't think it's at all hypocritical to suggest that no one would be as bothered if he was scoring loads of goals for us.

He's basically falling at his job and then showing a poor attitude in effectively ignoring his employers wishes.

He's had plenty of minutes on the pitch - no excuses at this point. Unfortunately we'll need to take a big loss on him but we need to get rid.


I have see photos elsewhere of other Hibs players appearing there in tee shirts etc. (Youan was one) so he was not the only one. IMO they should all have made the effort.
I reckon McKirdy has had enough chances on the pitch and just ain't good enough but I don't think he should be singled out on this occasion.

[I'm Spartacus]

I really don't get McKirdy.

Last nights POTY was billed a black tie event and most of the squad adhered to it. Even someone like Youan who wasn't in black tie was dressed in a way that suggests he understood the formality of the occasion. Most of the sponsors tables adhered to the dress code as well and among the ordinary punters there was a mix of black tie and guys in business suits and ties. I'd say 99% of people had made a real effort and respected Hibs request that people dress up. There was no ambiguity with 'smart' or the dreaded 'smart casual'. McKirdy turn up dressed like a bumble bee with a baseball cap on. Sorry but that just lacks any respect for his employer and is a total lack of professionalism. Part and parcel of a players job is attending these events and there should be an expectation that they meet the standards the club has asked for. It's something he has done before down south and I didn't find it funny or endearing then or now.

It's the same on the park with the sleeves pulled over his hands, shorts hitched away up, that stupid bandage on his calf and the socks rolled all the way down. It just screams someone who wants attention, any attention. I know people will argue none of that matters and it's an assassination on his character or whatever but it just seems to me it's the actions of someone who doesn't take their job very seriously. I know as fans we can be hypocrites and if he was banging in 15 goals a season no one would care about any of that, or at least it would be easier to shoot it down. He isn't doing that though and not doing that is far more a feature of his career than actually performing on the park. 4 clubs in 4 seasons is verging on journeyman stuff and there is every chance it will be 5 in 5 before the summer is out. 7 seasons in League Two in England and he hit double figures in terms of goals twice (11 & 24). The most he managed in any other season was 3.

For me McKirdy is just not a good enough player to be at Hibs and he's not the type of character I want either. So much praise heaped on Lewis Stevenson last night was about the way he conducts himself, his attitude to training, his self effacing nature, his quiet determination and his work ethic demanding more from others as well. That is a guy who has wrung out every bit of natural ability he has through sheer hard work. A guy who conducted himself brilliantly at an event like last night and conducts himself brilliantly every time he steps on the park for Hibs. You can carry a 'maverick' if they are producing the goods consistently, McKirdy isn't and there are minimal signs he is any way capable of doing so. Time to cut our losses and use his wage far more wisely.

This all started the day he signed, and I keep saying it, I got absolutely mauled on here for highlighting his clothing choice the day he signed for us, it seemed a complete joke, he was dressed like something from the Bash Street Kids, totally unprofessional and has set the tone for him to be a shambles.

You hear the Man United stories about Cantona turning up in a casual linen suit and Sir Alex not batting an eyelid because it was Eric. McKirdy isn't Cantona.

I'd get him in a short sleeved shirt. Hair zipped off. Socks up. And concentrate on the game. He's a complete joke character.

[JimBHibees]

I would rather Curtis main than mckirdy

And I really don’t like main

Without question

[GreenPJ]

This all started the day he signed, and I keep saying it, I got absolutely mauled on here for highlighting his clothing choice the day he signed for us, it seemed a complete joke, he was dressed like something from the Bash Street Kids, totally unprofessional and has set the tone for him to be a shambles.

You hear the Man United stories about Cantona turning up in a casual linen suit and Sir Alex not batting an eyelid because it was Eric. McKirdy isn't Cantona.

I'd get him in a short sleeved shirt. Hair zipped off. Socks up. And concentrate on the game. He's a complete joke character.

:agree: I think he will realise that when he is 30 and will be playing in EFL2 and whatever talent he had/has he didn't make anywhere near the most of. I want(ed) him to succeed, was desperate for him to get a goal but don't see it happening for him or us so would cut our losses this window. I think we will have no bother getting a transfer fee for him, whether it would be what we paid am not sure but we will get something back and I hope he can go down south and do what he did with Swindon previously for his own sake but don't think even a few goals in pre-season would change my opinion that parting company is the best decision for all.

[Smartie]

This all started the day he signed, and I keep saying it, I got absolutely mauled on here for highlighting his clothing choice the day he signed for us, it seemed a complete joke, he was dressed like something from the Bash Street Kids, totally unprofessional and has set the tone for him to be a shambles.

You hear the Man United stories about Cantona turning up in a casual linen suit and Sir Alex not batting an eyelid because it was Eric. McKirdy isn't Cantona.

I'd get him in a short sleeved shirt. Hair zipped off. Socks up. And concentrate on the game. He's a complete joke character.

Your Cantona point is spot on. There have been players in our history who we might have tolerated a bit of bampottery from (Latapy is one who we probably let do what he wanted to an extent, until even he crossed a line).

I want to like McKirdy and have wanted it to come good for him but everything about him screams "****hole, who we need rid of pronto" tbh.

[Steve-O]

Thats nonsense. His form over his last few months was on the up. You crack on with your rubbish though.

James Scott was utterly awful.

As is McKirdy.

[ScottB]

You can dress / act like a ‘bit of a character’ if you have the talent to back it up. Either way you make yourself stand out, clash with the general culture etc. if you’re a superstar, people will either make allowances for it or embrace it. If you’re poor, it just makes you an easy target.

All that comes up to a point though, I can think of plenty top performing sportsmen who dress or act in more ‘individual’ ways than the norm for their sports, but they’ll still turn up for a formal occasion in a respectful manner etc.

McKirdy, at the end of the day, is just an idiot who is constantly writing cheques his talent can’t cash. Hopefully some League 2 club down south will be willing to have him swan about thinking he’s an English Neymar and find it acceptable.

[Iain G]

James Scott was utterly awful.

As is McKirdy.

James Scott at least scored some goals!

[Ozyhibby]

I really don't get McKirdy.

Last nights POTY was billed a black tie event and most of the squad adhered to it. Even someone like Youan who wasn't in black tie was dressed in a way that suggests he understood the formality of the occasion. Most of the sponsors tables adhered to the dress code as well and among the ordinary punters there was a mix of black tie and guys in business suits and ties. I'd say 99% of people had made a real effort and respected Hibs request that people dress up. There was no ambiguity with 'smart' or the dreaded 'smart casual'. McKirdy turn up dressed like a bumble bee with a baseball cap on. Sorry but that just lacks any respect for his employer and is a total lack of professionalism. Part and parcel of a players job is attending these events and there should be an expectation that they meet the standards the club has asked for. It's something he has done before down south and I didn't find it funny or endearing then or now.

It's the same on the park with the sleeves pulled over his hands, shorts hitched away up, that stupid bandage on his calf and the socks rolled all the way down. It just screams someone who wants attention, any attention. I know people will argue none of that matters and it's an assassination on his character or whatever but it just seems to me it's the actions of someone who doesn't take their job very seriously. I know as fans we can be hypocrites and if he was banging in 15 goals a season no one would care about any of that, or at least it would be easier to shoot it down. He isn't doing that though and not doing that is far more a feature of his career than actually performing on the park. 4 clubs in 4 seasons is verging on journeyman stuff and there is every chance it will be 5 in 5 before the summer is out. 7 seasons in League Two in England and he hit double figures in terms of goals twice (11 & 24). The most he managed in any other season was 3.

For me McKirdy is just not a good enough player to be at Hibs and he's not the type of character I want either. So much praise heaped on Lewis Stevenson last night was about the way he conducts himself, his attitude to training, his self effacing nature, his quiet determination and his work ethic demanding more from others as well. That is a guy who has wrung out every bit of natural ability he has through sheer hard work. A guy who conducted himself brilliantly at an event like last night and conducts himself brilliantly every time he steps on the park for Hibs. You can carry a 'maverick' if they are producing the goods consistently, McKirdy isn't and there are minimal signs he is any way capable of doing so. Time to cut our losses and use his wage far more wisely.

I’m a bit surprised someone from Hibs didn’t send him home? Very disrespectful.


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[Since452]

At least Rowan Vine had a cracking beard.

[HH81]

To be fair it took Newell 12 months to get to the pace of our game.

Hope he is better next season.

[I'm Spartacus]

To be fair it took Newell 12 months to get to the pace of our game.

Hope he is better next season.

You hear this chat over the years about the pace of the game catching folk out, but how do the players train? The pace of play should be their daily way of life in how they play football*

*From someone who hasn't played SPL football :)

[HH81]

You hear this chat over the years about the pace of the game catching folk out, but how do the players train? The pace of play should be their daily way of life in how they play football*

*From someone who hasn't played SPL football :)

I reckon players in England speak and all think it's easier than it is.

Come up and think Jesus it's 100 miles an hour.

[BS44]

I reckon players in England speak and all think it's easier than it i
Come up and think Jesus it's 100 miles an hour.

I thought Milligan and the Hondurian guy took a few months to get to grips with the speed of the game up here, they both had slow starts at Hibs but turned out to be very decent players. Think Jeggo will turn out okay too.

McKirdy could play here a lifetime and never be good enough

[7Hero]

I really don't get McKirdy.

Last nights POTY was billed a black tie event and most of the squad adhered to it. Even someone like Youan who wasn't in black tie was dressed in a way that suggests he understood the formality of the occasion. Most of the sponsors tables adhered to the dress code as well and among the ordinary punters there was a mix of black tie and guys in business suits and ties. I'd say 99% of people had made a real effort and respected Hibs request that people dress up. There was no ambiguity with 'smart' or the dreaded 'smart casual'. McKirdy turn up dressed like a bumble bee with a baseball cap on. Sorry but that just lacks any respect for his employer and is a total lack of professionalism. Part and parcel of a players job is attending these events and there should be an expectation that they meet the standards the club has asked for. It's something he has done before down south and I didn't find it funny or endearing then or now.

It's the same on the park with the sleeves pulled over his hands, shorts hitched away up, that stupid bandage on his calf and the socks rolled all the way down. It just screams someone who wants attention, any attention. I know people will argue none of that matters and it's an assassination on his character or whatever but it just seems to me it's the actions of someone who doesn't take their job very seriously. I know as fans we can be hypocrites and if he was banging in 15 goals a season no one would care about any of that, or at least it would be easier to shoot it down. He isn't doing that though and not doing that is far more a feature of his career than actually performing on the park. 4 clubs in 4 seasons is verging on journeyman stuff and there is every chance it will be 5 in 5 before the summer is out. 7 seasons in League Two in England and he hit double figures in terms of goals twice (11 & 24). The most he managed in any other season was 3.

For me McKirdy is just not a good enough player to be at Hibs and he's not the type of character I want either. So much praise heaped on Lewis Stevenson last night was about the way he conducts himself, his attitude to training, his self effacing nature, his quiet determination and his work ethic demanding more from others as well. That is a guy who has wrung out every bit of natural ability he has through sheer hard work. A guy who conducted himself brilliantly at an event like last night and conducts himself brilliantly every time he steps on the park for Hibs. You can carry a 'maverick' if they are producing the goods consistently, McKirdy isn't and there are minimal signs he is any way capable of doing so. Time to cut our losses and use his wage far more wisely.

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

[Bronson]

His outfit last night was disrespectful imo. You can say its just clothes but to me that tells a lot about what he thinks of the club.

The sooner he’s gone the better. I suspect brian mcdermott will be as keen as anyone to see him out the door after his comments re players having the right personality

[flash]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Gies peace.

[Just_Jimmy]

If I'd turned up to a work event dressed like that, they'd send me home.

If it was marked as black tie or business wear, I would wear exactly that.

He should have been told to leave and come back dressed appropriately or not at all.

He's an absolute disgrace and the quicker he's away from hibs, the better.

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[Unseen work]

Couldn’t care less what he wore at a player event.

His style is always similar to that and he wore something like that for Swindon iirc. The way the world is you can’t really stop someone from dressing how they want.

[Unseen work]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Lennon let players off with far more than what they wear. He was all for a bit of compromise, the issue is McKirdy hasn’t delivered.

Re nicknames, that is just nonsense.

[Hiber-nation]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

LJ didn't turn up bladdered at a staff do and projectile vomit over the table like the disciplinarian I've highlighted.

[keep the faith]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

😂

[Cammy]

Only if we joined a pub league

You are wrong

[1van Sprou7e]

Right, at least someone post a pic of him at the POTY event

[Allant1981]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Cool story

[Cammy]

You hear this chat over the years about the pace of the game catching folk out, but how do the players train? The pace of play should be their daily way of life in how they play football*

*From someone who hasn't played SPL football :)

You are right, it may take 3 or 4 months to adjust but not the full season. Look at Youan as an example, he told us that we would see the real player in the second half of the season and we have. It takes players time to adjust but not a full season.

[Since452]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

That's me convinced. Get him out.

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

LJ didn't turn up bladdered at a staff do and projectile vomit over the table like the disciplinarian I've highlighted.

That’s mental


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[FitbaFolkKen]

Mckirdy turned up to the sponsors event in full golf gear, straight off the course, golf shoes on, grass etc…. Glove hanging out his back pocket. It’s not a great look when he was meeting sponsors.

He might not like these events but the ignoring the rules isn’t indicative of a workplace pulling in the same direction. It also shows that he is happy to
take shortcuts regardless of who is watching.

I want him to do well but I don’t think it’ll work out here. You perform well, like Youan, and folk say “at least he wore a black t-shirt” or they don’t care when he turns up 90 minutes late to an official function. If you are struggling you should toe the line and try and look like you care. Im not saying Mckirdy doesn’t care but his behaviour off the pitch doesn’t suggest he is trying particularly hard to impress.


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[007]

LJ didn't turn up bladdered at a staff do and projectile vomit over the table like the disciplinarian I've highlighted.

Is that what led to Leeann binning him?

[Smartie]

Mckirdy turned up to the sponsors event in full golf gear, straight off the course, golf shoes on, grass etc…. Glove hanging out his back pocket. It’s not a great look when he was meeting sponsors.

He might not like these events but the ignoring the rules isn’t indicative of a workplace pulling in the same direction. It also shows that he is happy to
take shortcuts regardless of who is watching.

I want him to do well but I don’t think it’ll work out here. You perform well, like Youan, and folk say “at least he wore a black t-shirt” or they don’t care when he turns up 90 minutes late to an official function. If you are struggling you should toe the line and try and look like you care. Im not saying Mckirdy doesn’t care but his behaviour off the pitch doesn’t suggest he is trying particularly hard to impress.


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He’s painting a target on his own back and making it easy for folk to draw a direct line between his perceived attitude issues and his poor performances.

If he wanted to he could end that in a flash and it wouldn’t take a lot of effort, surely?

[FitbaFolkKen]

He’s painting a target on his own back and making it easy for folk to draw a direct line between his perceived attitude issues and his poor performances.

If he wanted to he could end that in a flash and it wouldn’t take a lot of effort, surely?

100% - turn up last night to the dress code and don’t take the piss.

Bit of social media saying he is looking to do better next year and is going to work hard over the summer.

Plenty he could do to appease the fans and buy himself a bit more time to improve.


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[JimBHibees]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Really

[CapitalGreen]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Under Johnson’s management, “Nizzy” is in the best form of his career and has earned himself a recall to the Scotland squad.

[cameronw-hfc]

No being funny but I genuinely couldn't care how he dresses himself. Work hard over the summer, put on a bit of muscle and go again next year I say.

Although I understand I'm probably too much of a 'happy clapper' for some, I genuinely think folk just like having a go at him at this rate.

Before the hearts game he was getting praised for starting to look a bit better when he came on, one bad game(where everyone was utter crap) and he's back to being a disgrace.

I've said for a while I'll judge him on next year if he's here, too often players come from down south and need a year to adapt as Scottish Football is 100mph and compared to the English lower leagues you get next to no space at all.

[Bronson]

No being funny but I genuinely couldn't care how he dresses himself. Work hard over the summer, put on a bit of muscle and go again next year I say.

Although I understand I'm probably too much of a 'happy clapper' for some, I genuinely think folk just like having a go at him at this rate.

Before the hearts game he was getting praised for starting to look a bit better when he came on, one bad game(where everyone was utter crap) and he's back to being a disgrace.

I've said for a while I'll judge him on next year if he's here, too often players come from down south and need a year to adapt as Scottish Football is 100mph and compared to the English lower leagues you get next to no space at all.

Folk praised his little positive cameo cause they are desperate for him to do well. He’s given the club and supporters an abundance of f*** yous. From instagram swindon comments to ‘chelsea, golf, hibs in that order’ to wearing stinking tank tops to black tie events, it’s just contempt for the club and disrespect at this point

[Johnny Clash]

No being funny but I genuinely couldn't care how he dresses himself. Work hard over the summer, put on a bit of muscle and go again next year I say.

Although I understand I'm probably too much of a 'happy clapper' for some, I genuinely think folk just like having a go at him at this rate.

Before the hearts game he was getting praised for starting to look a bit better when he came on, one bad game(where everyone was utter crap) and he's back to being a disgrace.

I've said for a while I'll judge him on next year if he's here, too often players come from down south and need a year to adapt as Scottish Football is 100mph and compared to the English lower leagues you get next to no space at all.

I agree with this post. He definitely has talent and hopefully that will shine next season. He needs to graft over summer though and show us he’s determined to push himself to the limit for the club. Regards dressing up in a suit - I admire those with a bit of originality. ‘Suits are the choice of the oppressor!’ As Mick Jones from The Clash once said .

[Forza Fred]

The only thing he would wear in future that would annoy me would be a Hibs strip.

[BILLYHIBS]

The joke is wearing thin

Needs to shape up or ship out

Enough is enough

[WeAreHibs]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..

Does it aye?

[Hiber-nation]

Is that what led to Leeann binning him?

It was possibly on the charge sheet!

[SeanWilson]

Our manager calls players by their nicknames, ie Nizzy, Marsh etc, he's one of the lads... there is no authority whatsoever. Fergie, Lennon etc. would not have tolerated such behaviour, i think it is out of order TBH and shows serious weakness in Johnson's management skills..
😂😂😂 LJ is a clown but it’s got absolutely 0 to do with what he calls people in interviews

[Billy McKirdy]

Leave the lad alone, sure, he’s had an underwhelming first season but the time to judge him is when he gets a decent run of games and some goals.
I find the criticism he’s copping a form of bullying.

[flash]

😂😂😂 LJ is a clown but it’s got absolutely 0 to do with what he calls people in interviews

A rousing defence of the manager.

[Fuzzywuzzy]

Nothing is as formal as it used to be, especially since COVID. Folk will tru. Up funerals wearing jeans now. Formality is just something that seems to be on its way out. Sure, you've got the peaky blinders brigade that go to the races etc.

Mckirdy dresses like Timmy mallet, and?? Does it really make a difference to anyone's life what he wears? I've seen pictures of musk at formal events with a tshirt on.

Folk have a personality. Footballing ability has nothing to do with his personality. Or do me all have to confirm to the norm. Yes sir, no sir, three bags full sir.

Is he a good player? Not particularly. In his midtwenties his window for progression is getting smaller. Will he move on? Be beneficial for all if he did. He'll likely go on loan down south.

[Bristolhibby]

Nothing is as formal as it used to be, especially since COVID. Folk will tru. Up funerals wearing jeans now. Formality is just something that seems to be on its way out. Sure, you've got the peaky blinders brigade that go to the races etc.

Mckirdy dresses like Timmy mallet, and?? Does it really make a difference to anyone's life what he wears? I've seen pictures of musk at formal events with a tshirt on.

Folk have a personality. Footballing ability has nothing to do with his personality. Or do me all have to confirm to the norm. Yes sir, no sir, three bags full sir.

Is he a good player? Not particularly. In his midtwenties his window for progression is getting smaller. Will he move on? Be beneficial for all if he did. He'll likely go on loan down south.

I agree. When I first started work in 2004 I wore a suit and tie to work.

Last week I wore jeans and a polo shirt with trainers.

Last time I wore a tie was last year at my wife’s granny’s funeral.

J

[Bronson]

Leave the lad alone, sure, he’s had an underwhelming first season but the time to judge him is when he gets a decent run of games and some goals.
I find the criticism he’s copping a form of bullying.

I can only assume from your username and this post that you are his old boy

[.Sean.]

In a way I do kind of get the need for some people to stick up for him, but if your employer wants you to wear black tie to what is essentially a work event for them then you adhere to that and wear black tie dress, no turn up looking like you’ve been kicked through the charity shop on the way there. Wonder what his reason would be for turning up like that and making a show of himself if he was asked about it when his bosses, team mates and the supporters in attendance all managed to show some respect for the event and dress suitably.

If you want to dress like a clown on and off the pitch it’s fair to say it might be in your best interests for your performances to back it up

[Paulie Walnuts]

In a way I do kind of get the need for some people to stick up for him, but if your employer wants you to wear black tie to what is essentially a work event for them then you adhere to that and wear black tie dress, no turn up looking like you’ve been kicked through the charity shop on the way there. Wonder what his reason would be for turning up like that and making a show of himself if he was asked about it when his bosses, team mates and the supporters in attendance all managed to show some respect for the and dress suitably.

If you want to dress like a clown on and off the pitch it’s fair to say it might be in your best interests for your performances to back it up

Tend to agree.

His dress sense isn’t my cup of tea, but if he wants to dress like that in his spare time then crack on, that’s for him to decide. Sunday night wasn’t his spare time though and it shows a level of contempt for your employee imo.

[JoeT]

Nothing is as formal as it used to be, especially since COVID. Folk will tru. Up funerals wearing jeans now. Formality is just something that seems to be on its way out. Sure, you've got the peaky blinders brigade that go to the races etc.

Mckirdy dresses like Timmy mallet, and?? Does it really make a difference to anyone's life what he wears? I've seen pictures of musk at formal events with a tshirt on.

Folk have a personality. Footballing ability has nothing to do with his personality. Or do me all have to confirm to the norm. Yes sir, no sir, three bags full sir.

Is he a good player? Not particularly. In his midtwenties his window for progression is getting smaller. Will he move on? Be beneficial for all if he did. He'll likely go on loan down south.

Timmy Mallet😂. He has a new nickname

[Berwickhibby]

Timmy Mallet😂. He has a new nickname

At the ask the forwards/midfielders night at the stadium, the majority were in official Hibs attire except Harry and Joe Newell. Joe was at least well presented. I got one of the first questions of the evening which was to Harry “did you get dressed in the dark” although funny had a genuine point.

[Billy McKirdy]

I can only assume from your username and this post that you are his old boy

No relation, long term netter, seen my fair share of gash wearing the green and white but McKirdy (no relation) isn’t the worst I’ve seen, I’ve seen more than enough to see the potential within.
I wish supporters would lay off him, he always gives 100% when he comes on and as far as his dress sense is concerned that’s his business and nobody else’s.

[Pretty Boy]

In a way I do kind of get the need for some people to stick up for him, but if your employer wants you to wear black tie to what is essentially a work event for them then you adhere to that and wear black tie dress, no turn up looking like you’ve been kicked through the charity shop on the way there. Wonder what his reason would be for turning up like that and making a show of himself if he was asked about it when his bosses, team mates and the supporters in attendance all managed to show some respect for the event and dress suitably.

If you want to dress like a clown on and off the pitch it’s fair to say it might be in your best interests for your performances to back it up

That's where I am with it all. He can dress how he likes in day to day life, as can anyone.

The issue of formality being a bit old hat is neither here nor there though. I wear jeans and a polo shirt to work most days now. However if there is a requested dress code then it should be adhered to. I was at an industry awards night last year with a dress code of black tie. In a shocking move I wore black tie, had I pitched up in jeans and a polo shirt to that then my boss would have went through me and rightly so. Likewise I was invited to a wedding last summer with a dress code of 'goth and metal'. Normally I'd be in a kilt or a suit for a wedding but it was the couples day and they had requested a specific look for their event so I complied with their wishes. It's just basic decency and respect.

I hate the attitude of 'we pay your wages' aimed at players but McKirdy turning up at a sponsors night in full golf gear is just so poor. These guys part with a lot of money to sponsor players since the price hike this season. It's hardly been a roaring success for the club in terms of uptake so they really need everyone's help selling it. What message does turning up in golf gear send? I'd rather be on the golf course? I had to drag myself off the golf course to be here? Deep down no one really believes wearing a pair of dirty golf shoes with a glove hanging out your pocket is an acceptable way to turn up to such an event. If you try to argue otherwise then would him pitching up in sweaty gym clothes or damp swimming shorts and flip flops also be acceptable?

I sometime stand out at nights out or events because I do like to dress a bit more formally than most. I love an opportunity to get dressed up and there are times when people have passed comment about it and I really don't care. Good luck to anyone who has their own style day to day but I still stand by the point that if there is a dress code then, whilst you can add wee flourishes to make your look your own, it should be followed. Footballers largely have it easy in that regards now. Gone are the days of club blazers and ties and so on, even at events like the Ron Gordon memorial the squad wore tracksuits. Being asked to dress a certain way once or twice a year is hardly a hardship.

[Northernhibee]

Nothing is as formal as it used to be, especially since COVID. Folk will tru. Up funerals wearing jeans now. Formality is just something that seems to be on its way out. Sure, you've got the peaky blinders brigade that go to the races etc.

Mckirdy dresses like Timmy mallet, and?? Does it really make a difference to anyone's life what he wears? I've seen pictures of musk at formal events with a tshirt on.

Folk have a personality. Footballing ability has nothing to do with his personality. Or do me all have to confirm to the norm. Yes sir, no sir, three bags full sir.

Is he a good player? Not particularly. In his midtwenties his window for progression is getting smaller. Will he move on? Be beneficial for all if he did. He'll likely go on loan down south.

Sometimes we do have to confirm to the norm. That’s why football teams have a uniform strip, why we have laws, and in certain situations we have dress codes.

Nothing wrong with expressing your personality within those criteria is fine (as is questioning why they exist), but some degree of rules and social norms are part of day to day life.

[.Sean.]

That's where I am with it all. He can dress how he likes in day to day life, as can anyone.

The issue of formality being a bit old hat is neither here nor there though. I wear jeans and a polo shirt to work most days now. However if there is a requested dress code then it should be adhered to. I was at an industry awards night last year with a dress code of black tie. In a shocking move I wore black tie, had I pitched up in jeans and a polo shirt to that then my boss would have went through me and rightly so. Likewise I was invited to a wedding last summer with a dress code of 'goth and metal'. Normally I'd be in a kilt or a suit for a wedding but it was the couples day and they had requested a specific look for their event so I complied with their wishes. It's just basic decency and respect.

I hate the attitude of 'we pay your wages' aimed at players but McKirdy turning up at a sponsors night in full golf gear is just so poor. These guys part with a lot of money to sponsor players since the price hike this season. It's hardly been a roaring success for the club in terms of uptake so they really need everyone's help selling it. What message does turning up in golf gear send? I'd rather be on the golf course? I had to drag myself off the golf course to be here? Deep down no one really believes wearing a pair of dirty golf shoes with a glove hanging out your pocket is an acceptable way to turn up to such an event. If you try to argue otherwise then would him pitching up in sweaty gym clothes or damp swimming shorts and flip flops also be acceptable?

I sometime stand out at nights out or events because I do like to dress a bit more formally than most. I love an opportunity to get dressed up and there are times when people have passed comment about it and I really don't care. Good luck to anyone who has their own style day to day but I still stand by the point that if there is a dress code then, whilst you can add wee flourishes to make your look your own, it should be followed. Footballers largely have it easy in that regards now. Gone are the days of club blazers and ties and so on, even at events like the Ron Gordon memorial the squad wore tracksuits. Being asked to dress a certain way once or twice a year is hardly a hardship.Completely agree with the last paragraph and I feel similar but maybe that’s because 6 days a week I’m stuck in hi vis, boots and work trousers. Absolutely nothing wrong with liking to dress up for an occasion.

It’s actually not long ago Hibs had a tie in with I think it was Slaters? and the players were fitted with Hugo Hoss suits for matchdays, certainly under Mowbray and Collins. I’d happily see that return.

[Ozyhibby]

I agree. When I first started work in 2004 I wore a suit and tie to work.

Last week I wore jeans and a polo shirt with trainers.

Last time I wore a tie was last year at my wife’s granny’s funeral.

J

But if your boss asked you to wear a suit and tie again you would?


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But if your boss asked you to wear a suit and tie again you would?


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In fairness to McKirdy, he did have a full suit.

Just a vest type jumper underneath instead of shirt and tie

[wookie70]

I can't see the point of dress codes in general and hate getting dressed up. I dress for comfort and to do so for any other reason seems mad to me. Some of the scruffiest people I have met dressed in suits and I'd far rather judge people of their actions and personalities than what costume they are wearing. I'd also say that the world has been messed up more by those that dress formally than those in jeans and a tee shirt.

However, I would draw the line when it came to team sports. In some ways the players were asked to dress as a team. The strip for the night was black tie and there are opportunities there to add some of your own interpretation. You could wear tailored shorts with a complementary stupid knee bandage and still conform and be yourself. None of this really matters though. McKirdy has had plenty opportunities to show some talent. He has either been anonymous in his play of fluffed his lines when the big chances came along. I don't think he is the worst I have seen but he isn't very good and is far too lightweight for the game we play up here. He also doesn't appear to be getting the head down to get better and do all he can for the team when he isn't on the park. He'd be one of the first out the door for me and despite not rating Dan MacKay I think he would be a far better option than McKirdy

[Heisenberg]

In fairness to McKirdy, he did have a full suit.

Just a vest type jumper underneath instead of shirt and tie

Yeah I saw a picture of him in a full suit with the daft jumper underneath. Youan just had suit trousers and a black polo shirt on which isn’t close to being on the dress code either. Can’t say it bothers me that much.

The turning up in full golf gear to a sponsors event is pretty wild though, takes five minutes to change into something after a round 😂

[MrRobot]

No being funny but I genuinely couldn't care how he dresses himself. Work hard over the summer, put on a bit of muscle and go again next year I say.

Although I understand I'm probably too much of a 'happy clapper' for some, I genuinely think folk just like having a go at him at this rate.

Before the hearts game he was getting praised for starting to look a bit better when he came on, one bad game(where everyone was utter crap) and he's back to being a disgrace.

I've said for a while I'll judge him on next year if he's here, too often players come from down south and need a year to adapt as Scottish Football is 100mph and compared to the English lower leagues you get next to no space at all.

The obsession over his appearance is mental; the guy can dress whatever way he wants. Just looking to get offended over anything McKirdy related.

It’s fair to criticise his football, but not his dress style imo.

[J-C]

I can only assume from your username and this post that you are his old boy

I know Billy well and just has the same surname.

[Paulie Walnuts]

The obsession over his appearance is mental; the guy can dress whatever way he wants. Just looking to get offended over anything McKirdy related.

It’s fair to criticise his football, but not his dress style imo.

It’s absolutely fair to criticise it when it completely goes against the dress code of the event.

[Callum_62]

It’s absolutely fair to criticise it when it completely goes against the dress code of the event.

What was the dress code?

[Lago]

Sometimes we do have to confirm to the norm. That’s why football teams have a uniform strip, why we have laws, and in certain situations we have dress codes.

Nothing wrong with expressing your personality within those criteria is fine (as is questioning why they exist), but some degree of rules and social norms are part of day to day life.
Yip otherwise we have anarchy.

[overdrive]

Maybe Hibs will feature higher in his hierarchy of likes now that the manager of his beloved Chelsea is a part-time Hibs fan :greengrin

I would be embarrassed to wear some of the stuff he wears around the house on my own never mind in public, and especially at a black tie event. Is wearing shin guards not a requirement? There's no chance he's wearing any with his socks so low!

[MrRobot]

It’s absolutely fair to criticise it when it completely goes against the dress code of the event.

Why does that bother you so much though? Who in their time hasn’t tried to adapt a dress code to their own style?

Others weren’t in black tie; just because they’ve played better doesn’t mean it should be okay for them and not for others.

[Hibernian Verse]

What was the dress code?

Black Tie

[Since452]

I get the feeling he'll go back down south this summer then go online slating Scottish football despite not managing a single goal or assist. Just a hunch.

[Callum_62]

Black Tie

wasn't Youan in a polo shirt and CJ (surely) in fancy dress? :greengrin

[CockneyRebel]

The obsession over his appearance is mental; the guy can dress whatever way he wants. Just looking to get offended over anything McKirdy related.

It’s fair to criticise his football, but not his dress style imo.

Everyone is entitled to an opinion but folk only giving an opinion on McKirdy when others did not conform either. I mentioned Youan earlier as he went in a tee shirt but that detail seems to have been ignored (Youan getting a bye cos he's a better player?).

[jeffers]

Everyone is entitled to an opinion but folk only giving an opinion on McKirdy when others did not conform either. I mentioned Youan earlier as he went in a tee shirt but that detail seems to have been ignored (Youan getting a bye cos he's a better player?).

:agree: Feels a bit like that to me. It’s almost as if some enjoyed the evening less than they might have due to McKirdy’s attire.

[Alfred E Newman]

Completely agree with the last paragraph and I feel similar but maybe that’s because 6 days a week I’m stuck in hi vis, boots and work trousers. Absolutely nothing wrong with liking to dress up for an occasion.

It’s actually not long ago Hibs had a tie in with I think it was Slaters? and the players were fitted with Hugo Hoss suits for matchdays, certainly under Mowbray and Collins. I’d happily see that return.

That must have been a Bonanza for Slaters.😀

[Keith_M]

What was the dress code?


Black Tie


Then think yourselves lucky he didn't turn up wearing just a black tie.

[I'm Spartacus]

"All I see is a guy with pink hair running about a pitch. The way he looks doesn't inspire confidence with the mohican and socks at his ankles. If I'd gone 23 games without a goal I'd have a skinhead, black boots on and my socks pulled up."

Tam McManus.

[Hibbyradge]

Leave the lad alone, sure, he’s had an underwhelming first season but the time to judge him is when he gets a decent run of games and some goals.
I find the criticism he’s copping a form of bullying.

Criticism on here is not bullying in any form. What should fans post about a player who isn't performing even close to adequately, and who is publicly disrespectful to our club?

Also, how long should we wait for the goals before we post whatever you think is allowable?

[AgentDaleCooper]

Leave the lad alone, sure, he’s had an underwhelming first season but the time to judge him is when he gets a decent run of games and some goals.
I find the criticism he’s copping a form of bullying.

in what sense? even the likes of Lewis, Hanlon, O'Connor back in 2002/03 have come in for dogs abuse on here...then there's the likes of Zibi...but i wouldn't describe any of the criticism aimed at them bullying.

on top of this, McKirdy has actually been very disrespectful to the club on social media...and i know this isn't a big thing really, but wtf was he thinking dying his hair pink for the derby - it basically looked maroon. he does seem like a bit of an idiot.

[KeithTheHibby]

It’s absolutely fair to criticise it when it completely goes against the dress code of the event.

What was the dress code for the players? Would be good to see it seeing as you are so sure they had one.

[Springbank]

in what sense? even the likes of Lewis, Hanlon, O'Connor back in 2002/03 have come in for dogs abuse on here...then there's the likes of Zibi...but i wouldn't describe any of the criticism aimed at them bullying.

on top of this, McKirdy has actually been very disrespectful to the club on social media...and i know this isn't a big thing really, but wtf was he thinking dying his hair pink for the derby - it basically looked maroon. he does seem like a bit of an idiot.

I remember an Eddie Turnbull line that fits wee Harry - if brains were dynamite, son, you wouldnae have enough to blow yer ain nose

[Hibbyradge]

What was the dress code for the players? Would be good to see it seeing as you are so sure they had one.

Wearing a hat indoors is bad enough, but a baseball cap backwards is a hanging offence.

[Paulie Walnuts]

What was the dress code for the players? Would be good to see it seeing as you are so sure they had one.

It was a black tie event. It’s safe to say that would be the case for the players as well.

If your argument is that we haven’t seen a specific dress code that specifically references the players so the dress code may not have been in place for them but it was in place for everybody else then it’s a flimsy argument to say the least.

Yes Youan didn’t adhere to it either but there was at least an element of still looking fairly smart with what he had on. A black polo shirt, black trousers and black footwear.

[snedzuk]

Spool through the Alan Rennie photo album (link on fishy site) and its apparent Harry McKirkdy wasn't the only one not to get the 'black tie' bit.

Also, how cool does Elie Youan look - I mean, its ridiculous how good he looks. Harry needs to get some fashion tips from him.

[CockneyRebel]

It was a black tie event. It’s safe to say that would be the case for the players as well.

If your argument is that we haven’t seen a specific dress code that specifically references the players so the dress code may not have been in place for them but it was in place for everybody else then it’s a flimsy argument to say the least.

Yes Youan didn’t adhere to it either but there was at least an element of still looking fairly smart with what he had on. A black polo shirt, black trousers and black footwear.



And no black tie. Don't lynch McKirdy on his own. He's a daft shi*e but there's just too much unwarranted nastiness within this thread IMO.

[Hibiza]

His disregard for our club is shocking , not even a decent player , get rid .

[Mick O'Rourke]

[/B]


And no black tie. Don't lynch McKirdy on his own. He's a daft shi*e but there's just too much unwarranted nastiness within this thread IMO.
I agree
From this picture Harry posted it doesn't appear the other players are bothered about Harry's outfit.
Why should the fans?
They all seem to be enjoying themselves:greengrin
https://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/23556109.former-swindon-town-star-harry-mckirdy-wears-odd-outfit-hibs-awards/

Goodness me !
No like he wiz dressed as Rab C. Nesbitt:greengrin

[CL0762]

"All I see is a guy with pink hair running about a pitch. The way he looks doesn't inspire confidence with the mohican and socks at his ankles. If I'd gone 23 games without a goal I'd have a skinhead, black boots on and my socks pulled up."

Tam McManus.

Oh look there’s Tam slavering more pish in the papers talking the club down at any opportunity.

Seen him referenced elsewhere as a “Hibs legend” as well. Laughable.

Worst McKirdy’s done is not adhere to dress codes. Least he’s no pishing in doorways after a night out at the chicken dippers eh, Tam?

[Hibbyradge]

I agree
From this picture Harry posted it doesn't appear the other players are bothered about Harry's outfit.
Why should the fans?
They all seem to be enjoying themselves:greengrin
https://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/sport/23556109.former-swindon-town-star-harry-mckirdy-wears-odd-outfit-hibs-awards/

Goodness me !
No like he wiz dressed as Rab C. Nesbitt:greengrin

I wouldn't expect the players to pose for a photo with disapproving looks on their faces.

Maybe they're not bothered because if he dresses like a tit, he makes them look better.

[Hibbyradge]

Oh look there’s Tam slavering more pish in the papers talking the club down at any opportunity.

Seen him referenced elsewhere as a “Hibs legend” as well. Laughable.

Worst McKirdy’s done is not adhere to dress codes. Least he’s no pishing in doorways after a night out at the chicken dippers eh, Tam?

He's not talking the club down, quite the opposite. He's criticising a player who has done nothing for Hibs except disrespect them on social media.

[Hibbyradge]

Oh look there’s Tam slavering more pish in the papers talking the club down at any opportunity.

Seen him referenced elsewhere as a “Hibs legend” as well. Laughable.

Worst McKirdy’s done is not adhere to dress codes. Least he’s no pishing in doorways after a night out at the chicken dippers eh, Tam?

I think he actually has done that, or similar.

[ErinGoBraghHFC]

Oh look there’s Tam slavering more pish in the papers talking the club down at any opportunity.

Seen him referenced elsewhere as a “Hibs legend” as well. Laughable.

Worst McKirdy’s done is not adhere to dress codes. Least he’s no pishing in doorways after a night out at the chicken dippers eh, Tam?

Chicken dippers [emoji23] you’re spot on, though. Running out of patience with McKirdy and things like this don’t help but ffs a bit of perspective eh


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[matty_f]

"All I see is a guy with pink hair running about a pitch. The way he looks doesn't inspire confidence with the mohican and socks at his ankles. If I'd gone 23 games without a goal I'd have a skinhead, black boots on and my socks pulled up."

Tam McManus.

What a lot of pish that is as well, a hark back to an era where for some reason you had to be Pele to wear something a bit different.

[matty_f]

He's not talking the club down, quite the opposite. He's criticising a player who has done nothing for Hibs except disrespect them on social media.

And try to do well for us.

[blackpoolhibs]

I've tried to like him, iv'e even said there might be a player in there, but at the end of the day he's just not delivered anything for us in a whole season of pish from Hibs.

I also agree with others that he's no respect for the club, which wouldnt be a problem really had he produced 10 goals and a few assists.

I hope he leaves in the summer, and we recoup our money on him, and he then becomes someone elses problem.

[cameronw-hfc]

A lot still being made of Mckirdy and how he dresses and it not being appropriate for a black tie event, what about Youan in a polo?

(BTW fine with both, just shows people will have a go for anything if its someone they dislike)

[Mick O'Rourke]

I wouldn't expect the players to pose for a photo with disapproving looks on their faces.

Maybe they're not bothered because if he dresses like a tit, he makes them look better.

Lol .Was he wearing a bra !
Now we got two faced players posin fur photaes :greengrin
The players have been working with him for long enough now to know him.
This is just likely par for the course with Harry.
No golf pun intended !
I wouldn't get my nickers in a twist about his dress sense ! :aok:
Just hope he performs better for us next season,of course.
If he isnt away this close season.

[Hibbyradge]

And try to do well for us.

Every player tries to do well.

99.99% of them don't disrespect us on social media, however. He deserves criticism for those posts.

If it had just been once, fair enough, everyone is entitled to a second chance, but when he repeats it relatively soon after, it's no surprise that people's patience runs out.

Dressing the way he does is designed to draw attention to himself. Unfortunately for him, there's not much that's positive to look at.

[Paulie Walnuts]

A lot still being made of Mckirdy and how he dresses and it not being appropriate for a black tie event, what about Youan in a polo?

(BTW fine with both, just shows people will have a go for anything if its someone they dislike)

Youan dressed smart whilst not being black tie as such. McKirdy didn’t. It’s that simple.

[cameronw-hfc]

Youan dressed smart whilst not being black tie as such. McKirdy didn’t. It’s that simple.

In your opinion, it's his style. This isn't the 60s anymore where you need to be suit and tie to be smart.

It's not my style whatsoever, but nowadays dress sense is a lot more extravagant than before.

[Hibbyradge]

In your opinion, it's his style. This isn't the 60s anymore where you need to be suit and tie to be smart.

It's not my style whatsoever, but nowadays dress sense is a lot more extravagant than before.

I wonder if he'd be welcome at many weddings dressed "smart" like that. :dunno:

[matty_f]

I wonder if he'd be welcome at many weddings dressed "smart" like that. :dunno:

I guess the folk inviting him to the wedding would know him well enough to know how he dresses?

[Hibbyradge]

I guess the folk inviting him to the wedding would know him well enough to know how he dresses?

Gotcha.

[Ozyhibby]

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Feel like Jeggo is unlucky to be in here but McKirdy should be captain.


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[Smartie]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230530/7af18c57c5dc94e32cb2ceffd055c889.jpg

Feel like Jeggo is unlucky to be in here but McKirdy should be captain.


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Absolute nonsense that Jeggo's in there.

[Logie Green]

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Feel like Jeggo is unlucky to be in here but McKirdy should be captain.


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Should McKirdy not be on the bench?

[cameronw-hfc]

I wonder if he'd be welcome at many weddings dressed "smart" like that. :dunno:

Wouldn't care if someone showed up to my wedding like that tbf. Wouldn't be me but fair enough to anyone looking to buck the trend and try something different with their dress sense.

I've stuck up for him footballing wise and I'll admit I can't really do that any more, can only hope he has a better year next year, but I think slating his looks and dress sense like has been done to death on here at times is a bridge too far.

[JammyDoidger]

The club should have standards imo, Lee Johnson has banged on about it enough, everyone should be dressed smart for an event like that, I'm all for expressing yourself but there is a way you can do that and still be dressed appropriately, having said that if he banged in 20 this season people would be saying how much of a lad he is and what a breath of fresh air it is to have someone a bit different..if I was taking my Mrs with me and big Daz is dressed like that and I'm dressed like a daft wee boy I would feel a bit of a bam though😂, could be doing with looking up to guys like McGregor and Stevenson in terms of how to conduct yourself.

[Northernhibee]

Wouldn't care if someone showed up to my wedding like that tbf. Wouldn't be me but fair enough to anyone looking to buck the trend and try something different with their dress sense.

I've stuck up for him footballing wise and I'll admit I can't really do that any more, can only hope he has a better year next year, but I think slating his looks and dress sense like has been done to death on here at times is a bridge too far.
I wouldn’t consider ignoring a dress code for a formal world event as “dress sense”.

[cameronw-hfc]

I wouldn’t consider ignoring a dress code for a formal world event as “dress sense”.

https://twitter.com/DJFinn85/status/1663527678123679746?t=cyCO7sF4Btuws97ERoSbHw&s=19

Looks like he's in a suit here. Is it possible the shirt and jacket came off and he went with the vest as it was warm in there? Seen other pictures of players in shirts and no ties and jackets.

Point still stands, if that's his version of smart fairnplay to him. Said before I don't agree, but I won't knock him for it, I don't mind folk trying something different.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

https://twitter.com/DJFinn85/status/1663527678123679746?t=cyCO7sF4Btuws97ERoSbHw&s=19

Looks like he's in a suit here. Is it possible the shirt and jacket came off and he went with the vest as it was warm in there? Seen other pictures of players in shirts and no ties and jackets.

Point still stands, if that's his version of smart fairnplay to him. Said before I don't agree, but I won't knock him for it, I don't mind folk trying something different.

If your looking to do something different you don’t do it by following convention.
The underlying issue here Id guess is his performance or lack of. As a pro hell be more disappointed than others. Mon the Mavericks…

it might not work out for him but it would be foolish if we judge folks on their hair/style/dress-sense. Is the substance of folks that make the difference. This isn’t just about McKirdy. Do we want a team of Steve Davis’ ?

[Billy McKirdy]

in what sense? even the likes of Lewis, Hanlon, O'Connor back in 2002/03 have come in for dogs abuse on here...then there's the likes of Zibi...but i wouldn't describe any of the criticism aimed at them bullying.

on top of this, McKirdy has actually been very disrespectful to the club on social media...and i know this isn't a big thing really, but wtf was he thinking dying his hair pink for the derby - it basically looked maroon. he does seem like a bit of an idiot.

He’s a young immature laddie who doesn’t do himself any favours so I’ll give you that but I feel we need to get behind the kid, I still think he’ll do a job for us.
Put him on loan to get some game time and a chance to get the goals.

Maybe bullying is a bit strong but he has character and is a little bit different.
You could see how much the win against Celtic meant to him.

[Northernhibee]

If your looking to do something different you don’t do it by following convention.
The underlying issue here Id guess is his performance or lack of. As a pro hell be more disappointed than others. Mon the Mavericks…

it might not work out for him but it would be foolish if we judge folks on their hair/style/dress-sense. Is the substance of folks that make the difference. This isn’t just about McKirdy. Do we want a team of Steve Davis’ ?

Steve Davis has scored as many goals for Hibs as Harry McKirdy. That's your problem.

If someone's banging in the goals for Hibs or turning in top performances, they're naturally going to get a lot more wriggle room for playing up and making social media posts here and there or ignoring dress codes at work events. It's the nature of the world.

However if you're not performing, then it's wise to not rock the boat too much.

[The Modfather]

https://twitter.com/DJFinn85/status/1663527678123679746?t=cyCO7sF4Btuws97ERoSbHw&s=19

Looks like he's in a suit here. Is it possible the shirt and jacket came off and he went with the vest as it was warm in there? Seen other pictures of players in shirts and no ties and jackets.

Point still stands, if that's his version of smart fairnplay to him. Said before I don't agree, but I won't knock him for it, I don't mind folk trying something different.

Looks like he’s wearing his dads suit. He’ll maybe grow into it one day.

[oneone73]

He’s a young immature laddie who doesn’t do himself any favours so I’ll give you that but I feel we need to get behind the kid

He's 26, isn't he?

[Paulie Walnuts]

In your opinion, it's his style. This isn't the 60s anymore where you need to be suit and tie to be smart.

It's not my style whatsoever, but nowadays dress sense is a lot more extravagant than before.

I’m my opinion? Anyone who is claiming McKirdy was dressed smart on Sunday is at it.

[J-C]

https://twitter.com/DJFinn85/status/1663527678123679746?t=cyCO7sF4Btuws97ERoSbHw&s=19

Looks like he's in a suit here. Is it possible the shirt and jacket came off and he went with the vest as it was warm in there? Seen other pictures of players in shirts and no ties and jackets.

Point still stands, if that's his version of smart fairnplay to him. Said before I don't agree, but I won't knock him for it, I don't mind folk trying something different.


Did you see what the guy who posted it said, looks like a jakey, if he did indeed have a suit on then the rest of what he was wearing was brutal, jeezo man the entire development and U18 players all wore black suits and tie but no not our quirky cannae score McKirdy.

[bod]

Wait till he’s banging the goals in & every kid wants to look & dress like him 😝 gonna cost parents a fortune

[Billy McKirdy]

He's 26, isn't he?

He’s an immature 26 year old then 😁

[weecounty hibby]

He reminds me of the Miller brothers for some reason. I haven't seen anything from him in any game to suggest that he will be a success for Hibs

[Mick O'Rourke]

He’s an immature 26 year old then ��


There's something about Harry :clown: Exuberant and enthusiastic.
His crazy clothes ,hairstyles ,happy go lucky appearance ,odd behavior on social media ,spells some eccentricity.:hyper

That shell he was wearing at the do ,i must admit was a stoater and it didn't quite match the footwear :greengrin

He would have loved clothes shopping in Cockburn St or St Stephen St back in the day.
Some way out gear,man:rockin::cool2:

Lets hope next season, the threads about Harry are football related:greengrin

[Clarence]

He reminds me of the Miller brothers for some reason. I haven't seen anything from him in any game to suggest that he will be a success for Hibs

I thought that too. Similar slightly theatrical but ineffectual appearances off the bench. I recall my pal at the time saying that Greg Miller looked like he had just been let out of a cage for 10 minutes and just wanted to go a wee hit radge on the football field before he was locked back up again. I think Greg Miller actually may have scored though so that’s more than McKirdy achieved. Might be wrong though.

[duffers]

Was funny and the sort of character we needed when we seen photos of him at previous player of the year dinners, but now that people don’t rate him on the pitch, this sort of behaviour is unacceptable off it.

It’s obviously not worked out how any of us (including McKirdy) would have liked, and people can rightly question the signing (I personally still want him to have another crack at it next season), but people get far too worked up about silly stuff like this.

[MrRobot]

Was funny and the sort of character we needed when we seen photos of him at previous player of the year dinners, but now that people don’t rate him on the pitch, this sort of behaviour is unacceptable off it.

It’s obviously not worked out how any of us (including McKirdy) would have liked, and people can rightly question the signing (I personally still want him to have another crack at it next season), but people get far too worked up about silly stuff like this.

:agree:

[basehibby]

Nothing is as formal as it used to be, especially since COVID. Folk will tru. Up funerals wearing jeans now. Formality is just something that seems to be on its way out. Sure, you've got the peaky blinders brigade that go to the races etc.

Mckirdy dresses like Timmy mallet, and?? Does it really make a difference to anyone's life what he wears? I've seen pictures of musk at formal events with a tshirt on.

Folk have a personality. Footballing ability has nothing to do with his personality. Or do me all have to confirm to the norm. Yes sir, no sir, three bags full sir.

Is he a good player? Not particularly. In his midtwenties his window for progression is getting smaller. Will he move on? Be beneficial for all if he did. He'll likely go on loan down south.

I disagree with the bit in bold. Footballers' personalities often emerge on the pitch and are expressed through their style of play.

PS - what a fuss about nothing re McKirdy's gear at the POTY. Who cares?!? PPS - loving CJ's top hat and stick - tres drole!

[Onceinawhile]

in what sense? even the likes of Lewis, Hanlon, O'Connor back in 2002/03 have come in for dogs abuse on here...then there's the likes of Zibi...but i wouldn't describe any of the criticism aimed at them bullying.

on top of this, McKirdy has actually been very disrespectful to the club on social media...and i know this isn't a big thing really, but wtf was he thinking dying his hair pink for the derby - it basically looked maroon. he does seem like a bit of an idiot.

He didn't dye it pink for the Derby. It was pink for the rangers and celtic games.

[ekhibee]

He reminds me of the Miller brothers for some reason. I haven't seen anything from him in any game to suggest that he will be a success for Hibs

The only thing I can think of is that they were all *****.

[Since452]

He’s a young immature laddie who doesn’t do himself any favours so I’ll give you that but I feel we need to get behind the kid, I still think he’ll do a job for us.
Put him on loan to get some game time and a chance to get the goals.

Maybe bullying is a bit strong but he has character and is a little bit different.
You could see how much the win against Celtic meant to him.

He's 26. A fully grown man.

Personally couldn't care less what he wears just think he's way out his depth at this level on the football pitch.

[CL0762]

I think he actually has done that, or similar.

Has he? When was this? I seem to remember Thomas being part of a squad that was plastered all over the national papers pishing in doorways.

Definitely haven’t seen anything about McKirdy doing that, especially in an era where smart phones and social media are everywhere I’m stunned no one has caught McKirdy doing similar. Maybe I’m wrong though 😊

[Hibbyradge]

Has he? When was this? I seem to remember Thomas being part of a squad that was plastered all over the national papers pishing in doorways.

Definitely haven’t seen anything about McKirdy doing that, especially in an era where smart phones and social media are everywhere I’m stunned no one has caught McKirdy doing similar. Maybe I’m wrong though 😊

I think there was something about a golf trip but I may have that confused with something else.

[SHODAN]

I actually wouldn't mind giving him another chance next season. He's good fun; plus my Dad always has a wee chuckle to himself at how he looks like we just let one of the fans onto the pitch.

[MWHIBBIES]

"All I see is a guy with pink hair running about a pitch. The way he looks doesn't inspire confidence with the mohican and socks at his ankles. If I'd gone 23 games without a goal I'd have a skinhead, black boots on and my socks pulled up."

Tam McManus.

Absolute gammon opinion from a woeful pundit.

[SHODAN]

Absolute gammon opinion from a woeful pundit.

Didn't Tam bleach his hair when he was at us?

[ardecos]

Absolute gammon opinion from a woeful pundit.

wtf is a "gammon opinion"?

[Fuzzywuzzy]

wtf is a "gammon opinion"?

Angry white male

[Paulie Walnuts]

Absolute gammon opinion from a woeful pundit.

Agree.

That being said, he’s arrived at the correct opinion of McKirdy imo although for the wrong reasons.

[Lago]

wtf is a "gammon opinion"?
A "woke" phrase

[silverhibee]

Didn't Tam bleach his hair when he was at us?

He did, and he was hardly a prolific goal scorer for us either.

[MrSmith]

A "woke" phrase

I think ‘gammon’ is a response to the right wing mob weaponising ‘woke’.

[Keith_M]

So we've gone from Footballing Ability... to Dress Sense... and we're now on 'Woke' culture wars.


How many more strange turns is this thread gonna take?

:greengrin

[Wilson]

He did, and he was hardly a prolific goal scorer for us either.

Barely a footballer, never mind goal scorer.

[Billy McKirdy]

Barely a footballer, never mind goal scorer.

I seem to remember him doing a pole dance routine at Dens Park after scoring a rare goal, we haven’t seen what McKirdy will do when he does it yet, I think McManus should zip it

[Since452]

The only thing McKirdy should be judged on is his ability as a footballer. And as a striker, putting the ball in the net or assisting in goals, neither of which he's done yet.

[MrSmith]

I think he should stay to prove himself. Better midfielders and with Youan and Boyle, McKirdy might flourish in the middle. Fingers crossed.