Servette v Hibs friendly 12th of January

[A Hi-Bee]

We, are doomed ah tell ye, doomed.
:greengrin

[Silky]

Heard from a player that it was 3 sessions a day although Monty said 2 on tv

Great. Another slaver as a manager!

[greenlex]

Great. Another slaver as a manager!

2 training sessions then a session on the peave = 3

[Since90+2]

I'm not sure a game against Wolves would have done us any good anyway. Let's be honest, they would likely have hammered us.

[Bridge hibs]

Great. Another slaver as a manager!

****ing hell, this place is full of moon howlers today🤣🤣

[Silky]

****ing hell, this place is full of moon howlers today🤣🤣

I was being ironic. 🤣. But I do agree, there are loads out there. Could be the player who's slavering about 4 sessions. I'm not there, so who knows!🤣

[Bridge hibs]

I was being ironic. 🤣. But I do agree, there are loads out there. Could be the player who's slavering about 4 sessions. I'm not there, so who knows!🤣The sooner we get Foleys millions the better, then again Im not too sure 😀

Im away to practice my howling 🫣

[Brooster]

Not sure what you are getting at . Only repeating what the manager said on a video

What I'm getting at is .....it was Wolves who cancelled the game, nothing to do with us not having enough players.

[BoomtownHibees]

What I'm getting at is .....it was Wolves who cancelled the game, nothing to do with us not having enough players.

Why would Monty blame it on us no having enough players? Unless we had another game lined up and it wasn’t Wolves he was talking about

[Bridge hibs]

What I'm getting at is .....it was Wolves who cancelled the game, nothing to do with us not having enough players.

With several players coming back from injury and not fully fit the decision was taken to shelve the second game against the Premier League side this weekend.

Montgomery said: “We were due to play two games over here but we didn’t have enough players to do that. So what we did is we mixed the teams up tonight, some young boys, some trial players.

[Paulie Walnuts]

What I'm getting at is .....it was Wolves who cancelled the game, nothing to do with us not having enough players.

Not the case though.

Montgomery has confirmed we never had enough players.

[Chipper1875]

What I'm getting at is .....it was Wolves who cancelled the game, nothing to do with us not having enough players.

I understand it wasn’t wolves we were playing. I’d be surprised if Montgomery wasn’t being truthful

[Glory Lurker]

This trip really seems a bit of a fart in a spacesuit, although it's hopefully impressing on the right people at the club just how much we have to have a successful window. It's a pity we've probably spent a transfer fee on it.

[A Hi-Bee]

I think we may be doomed.
Too much sunshine, for starters.
Can lead to Moon howling.
:greengrin

[Brooster]

I understand it wasn’t wolves we were playing. I’d be surprised if Montgomery wasn’t being truthful

That's fair enough, if a different opponent had been lined up.

[Hibees1973]

With several players coming back from injury and not fully fit the decision was taken to shelve the second game against the Premier League side this weekend.

Montgomery said: “We were due to play two games over here but we didn’t have enough players to do that. So what we did is we mixed the teams up tonight, some young boys, some trial players.

Why do we not have enough players to play 2 games that were planned in advance and part of the training camp.

We have signed loads in the last two to three years. Montgomery has now found out there are lots players signed who have are either been punted out on loan or not deemed good enough. What he should have said is we don't have enough good players.

[B.H.F.C]

Why do we not have enough players to play 2 games that were planned in advance and part of the training camp.

We have signed loads in the last two to three years. Montgomery has now found out there are lots players signed who have are either been punted out on loan or not deemed good enough. What he should have said is we don't have enough good players.

I think the squad is pish. But we have 4 away on international duty plus a number of players returning for injury who aren’t available to play. Look at the bench in our last game. We don’t presently have numbers available.

[Rumble de Thump]

Why do we not have enough players to play 2 games that were planned in advance and part of the training camp.

We have signed loads in the last two to three years. Montgomery has now found out there are lots players signed who have are either been punted out on loan or not deemed good enough. What he should have said is we don't have enough good players.

I think he was best to stick with what he said i.e. the facts. He gave a very simple explanation of the situation, which was very easy to understand.

[Smartie]

I think the squad is pish. But we have 4 away on international duty plus a number of players returning for injury who aren’t available to play. Look at the bench in our last game. We don’t presently have numbers available.

Montgomery also has to balance telling the truth with antagonising his employers.

[B.H.F.C]

Montgomery also has to balance telling the truth with antagonising his employers.

To be fair, I think he has been fairly honest. He’s said why we’re not playing two games. I don’t think he needs to tell us the squad isn’t up to much, I know a few will disagree with that point.

[CB Hibs 68]

Montgomery also has to balance telling the truth with antagonising his employers.

I haven’t looked through the whole thread so apologies.What was the Hibs team that played against Servette.? I assume that the trialists were playing but who else.?Only asking cos that might inform my view of how utterly depressed I should be

[Brooster]

I haven’t looked through the whole thread so apologies.What was the Hibs team that played against Servette.? I assume that the trialists were playing but who else.?Only asking cos that might inform my view of how utterly depressed I should be

I don't think the teams have been published but it looks like the 2nd half team faired better.

[JimBHibees]

That's fair enough, if a different opponent had been lined up.

Knowledge of Wolves replay would have been known likely another opponent lined up but maybe decision taken on the back of how some possibly returning from fitness came out Servette game. Just guessing.

[Scotty Leither]

Giving a player a run out just because he was kicking about training on his own screams “amateur hour” to me I’m afraid.

No money is going to be spent until this proposed investment goes through, that much is clear.

[greenlex]

Giving a player a run out just because he was kicking about training on his own screams “amateur hour” to me I’m afraid.

No money is going to be spent until this proposed investment goes through, that much is clear.

No it doesn’t. The guy has a decent pedigree but unfortunately a poor reputation. No harm in seeing where he is at. Nothing amateur about that.

[J-C]

Giving a player a run out just because he was kicking about training on his own screams “amateur hour” to me I’m afraid.

No money is going to be spent until this proposed investment goes through, that much is clear.

That player has a very good rep and played in a good Leeds team a few years ago in the Championship, he's lost his way a bit so we decided to have a look at him to see what he can bring, where is the harm in that, it's not cost us anything taking him over as he was already there.

Feels like people are just looking for anything to have a dig at the club nowadays.

[blackpoolhibs]

That player has a very good rep and played in a good Leeds team a few years ago in the Championship, he's lost his way a bit so we decided to have a look at him to see what he can bring, where is the harm in that, it's not cost us anything taking him over as he was already there.

Feels like people are just looking for anything to have a dig at the club nowadays.

I dont think i'm having a go at the club when i personally think it does look a bit amateurish.

This guy hardly plays, has a bit of an attitude problem and of course he's hardly the type of player we need in our midfield if we are to continue to play the way we are.

Also if we are looking at him, it looks to me we are not very close with targets we might already be looking at, yes its still early in the window, but even as someone who's not played at that level, i know the type of player we should be signing.

Only last week Monty was talking about getting the right types in, he hardly fits any of the criteria he wanted.

Is this post a dig at the club, or just concern at what is said and what is actually done?

[shetlandhibee]

I dont think i'm having a go at the club when i personally think it does look a bit amateurish.

This guy hardly plays, has a bit of an attitude problem and of course he's hardly the type of player we need in our midfield if we are to continue to play the way we are.

Also if we are looking at him, it looks to me we are not very close with targets we might already be looking at, yes its still early in the window, but even as someone who's not played at that level, i know the type of player we should be signing.

Only last week Monty was talking about getting the right types in, he hardly fits any of the criteria he wanted.

Is this post a dig at the club, or just concern at what is said and what is actually done?:top marks:agree:

[Rumble de Thump]

I dont think i'm having a go at the club when i personally think it does look a bit amateurish.

This guy hardly plays, has a bit of an attitude problem and of course he's hardly the type of player we need in our midfield if we are to continue to play the way we are.

Also if we are looking at him, it looks to me we are not very close with targets we might already be looking at, yes its still early in the window, but even as someone who's not played at that level, i know the type of player we should be signing.

Only last week Monty was talking about getting the right types in, he hardly fits any of the criteria he wanted.

Is this post a dig at the club, or just concern at what is said and what is actually done?

Inviting a player to train with the squad, especially when we're short on fit players, doesn't tell us anything about how far along we are with signing our targets. There is absolutely nothing negative about it but some people really want there to be.

[Keith_M]

****ing hell, this place is full of moon howlers today🤣🤣


Surely if Wolves have gone home, there can't be much howling going on?

:dunno:

[Bridge hibs]

Surely if Wolves have gone home, there can't be much howling going on?

:dunno:They are among us I tell ye, they are here 😄

[Mrimbetween]

So what's the next game then ?? TIA

[ancient hibee]

I dont think i'm having a go at the club when i personally think it does look a bit amateurish.

This guy hardly plays, has a bit of an attitude problem and of course he's hardly the type of player we need in our midfield if we are to continue to play the way we are.

Also if we are looking at him, it looks to me we are not very close with targets we might already be looking at, yes its still early in the window, but even as someone who's not played at that level, i know the type of player we should be signing.

Only last week Monty was talking about getting the right types in, he hardly fits any of the criteria he wanted.

Is this post a dig at the club, or just concern at what is said and what is actually done?

It’s a problem. I believe we’re one short in the poker school and two short for the drag queen fashion show.

[Bridge hibs]

So what's the next game then ?? TIA

Forfar in the cup

[blackpoolhibs]

It’s a problem. I believe we’re one short in the poker school and two short for the drag queen fashion show.
:rotflmao:

[xbar81]

seems a bit far for a friendly . I'd rather our players went somewhere cold and toughened up ready for the next half of the season (which includes the cup btw)

[Bridge hibs]

seems a bit far for a friendly . I'd rather our players went somewhere cold and toughened up ready for the next half of the season (which includes the cup btw)

Yeah next year I heard we have arranged 2 games at the North Pole v Polar bear Athletic select and Penguin City Fc

Other than that we will spend the rest of the time in tropical Scotland

[Carheenlea]

I’ve not really been keeping much of a close eye on this trip, but what’s the general consensus as to the success of this winters training camp on a rating of 1 - 10?

With 1 being a complete waste of time and 10 being an absolute rip-roaring success?

[xbar81]

Yeah next year I heard we have arranged 2 games at the North Pole v Polar bear Athletic select and Penguin City Fc

Other than that we will spend the rest of the time in tropical Scotland

:aok::agree::thumbsup:

[Silversand]

Yeah next year I heard we have arranged 2 games at the North Pole v Polar bear Athletic select and Penguin City Fc

Other than that we will spend the rest of the time in tropical ScotlandPenguin City play in the Antarctic, common mistake. Hopefully no one has booked up for this [emoji33]

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[Chipper1875]

I’ve not really been keeping much of a close eye on this trip, but what’s the general consensus as to the success of this winters training camp on a rating of 1 - 10?

With 1 being a complete waste of time and 10 being an absolute rip-roaring success?

For me that will
Be judged by results on the park.

[Bridge hibs]

Penguin City play in the Antarctic, common mistake. Hopefully no one has booked up for this [emoji33]

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I know but they are going to be at the North Pole training camp for a week. We were due to play The Wolves but were concerned there could be trouble with the Polar Bears and Penguin teams

[Paulie Walnuts]

For me that will
Be judged by results on the park.

Yup.

If we return and there’s an upturn in our performances and results then it’ll have been worth it. If there’s not then it could be argued it was a waste of more money.

At this point in time it’s impossible to say.

[xbar81]

Yup.

If we return and there’s an upturn in our performances and results then it’ll have been worth it. If there’s not then it could be argued it was a waste of more money.

At this point in time it’s impossible to say.

we'll learn something from getting hammered you think?

Already got that issue at home :rolleyes:

[greenlex]

we'll learn something from getting hammered you think?

Already got that issue at home :rolleyes:

The team in the second half didn’t. I’m sure there were a few lessons learned and overall taking players away to a 24/7 camp will have done them the world of good. Excellent opportunity to see how they react and bond. I’m sure there will be players who have gone up in the managements estimation on and off the park and possibly more importantly some who have regressed.
Paul Sturrock took his players down the pit. I’m sure it didn’t help with set pieces but was worthwhile none the less.

[xbar81]

The team in the second half didn’t. I’m sure there were a few lessons learned and overall taking players away to a 24/7 camp will have done them the world of good. Excellent opportunity to see how they react and bond. I’m sure there will be players who have gone up in the managements estimation on and off the park and possibly more importantly some who have regressed.
Paul Sturrock took his players down the pit. I’m sure it didn’t help with set pieces but was worthwhile none the less.

ok get your point.

It is however quite a long way away. Guess needed to be somewhere warm

[blackpoolhibs]

The team in the second half didn’t. I’m sure there were a few lessons learned and overall taking players away to a 24/7 camp will have done them the world of good. Excellent opportunity to see how they react and bond. I’m sure there will be players who have gone up in the managements estimation on and off the park and possibly more importantly some who have regressed.
Paul Sturrock took his players down the pit. I’m sure it didn’t help with set pieces but was worthwhile none the less.

Lets hope we see lots of goals not coal in the 2nd half of the season.:wink:

[Smartie]

I’ve not really been keeping much of a close eye on this trip, but what’s the general consensus as to the success of this winters training camp on a rating of 1 - 10?

With 1 being a complete waste of time and 10 being an absolute rip-roaring success?

Can't really answer this question... but did the infamous Dubai trip that led to Boyle being in hot water and Stokes getting his jotters not then lead into the best half season of football from Hibs in living memory?

[BILLYHIBS]

Anyone know who scored for Hibs ?

[Paulie Walnuts]

Can't really answer this question... but did the infamous Dubai trip that led to Boyle being in hot water and Stokes getting his jotters not then lead into the best half season of football from Hibs in living memory?

Was that not Portugal?

[Smartie]

Was that not Portugal?

I think it was, actually.

Cheers.

Just shows though - that a dodgy trip abroad might not necessarily have a negative impact on the second half of the season.

Possibly the opposite.

[matty_f]

Yup.

If we return and there’s an upturn in our performances and results then it’ll have been worth it. If there’s not then it could be argued it was a waste of more money.

At this point in time it’s impossible to say.

I don't think results will tell us either way, as we don't know what would have happened if we didn't go, or what else impacts on the results - for example if w don't sign anyone when we know this is a sixth placed squad as things stand the lack of recruitment would be a much bigger factor in the results than a week in Dubai, simply linking one thing to results and assessing its value on that doesn't make any sense (and that works the other way, is we sign three cracking players and romp the second half of the season, it's not going to be because of a week in the sun with the players that are already here).

[Paulie Walnuts]

I don't think results will tell us either way, as we don't know what would have happened if we didn't go, or what else impacts on the results - for example if w don't sign anyone when we know this is a sixth placed squad as things stand the lack of recruitment would be a much bigger factor in the results than a week in Dubai, simply linking one thing to results and assessing its value on that doesn't make any sense (and that works the other way, is we sign three cracking players and romp the second half of the season, it's not going to be because of a week in the sun with the players that are already here).

Yeah that’s probably fair.

[babahibs]

Yup.

If we return and there’s an upturn in our performances and results then it’ll have been worth it. If there’s not then it could be argued it was a waste of more money.

At this point in time it’s impossible to say.

It could also be argued that whatever point you're trying to make here is nonsense.
As in, makes no sense.

[Paulie Walnuts]

It could also be argued that whatever point you're trying to make here is nonsense.
As in, makes no sense.

Aye, cool mate.

[HH81]

Anyone know who scored for Hibs ?

Sure read somewhere that it was an og.

[BILLYHIBS]

Sure read somewhere that it was an og.

👍

Thanks

[JimBHibees]

Can't really answer this question... but did the infamous Dubai trip that led to Boyle being in hot water and Stokes getting his jotters not then lead into the best half season of football from Hibs in living memory?

Think that was Europe not Dubai. Swiss or Austria maybe

[J-C]

Think that was Europe not Dubai. Swiss or Austria maybe

Portugal possibly.

[Brightside]

Anyone know who scored for Hibs ?

Doidge. We also played the game after a training session. Purpose to see how they play when tired etc and how it affects their thinking. I wouldn’t worry too much about the game. If we get beat by Forfar then it’s time to worry.

[superfurryhibby]

I suppose our jaunt to Dubai says that we can't be that skint? It also blows any Hibs claims to be a "green" club right out the water, and let's not mention human rights and the UAE.

[flash]

I suppose our jaunt to Dubai says that we can't be that skint? It also blows any Hibs claims to be a "green" club right out the water, and let's not mention human rights and the UAE.

Also heard we didn't plant any trees over there to offset our carbon footprint.

[Callum_62]

Also heard we didn't plant any trees over there to offset our carbon footprint.Disgrace

Also heard Kensell was, incredibly, still topping up his tan using an in room sunbed

Petrie out.

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[J-C]

I suppose our jaunt to Dubai says that we can't be that skint? It also blows any Hibs claims to be a "green" club right out the water, and let's not mention human rights and the UAE.

Something else to have a go at the club for, jeez.

[SickBoy32]

Something else to have a go at the club for, jeez.

Not sure the poster said anything incorrect there to be honest?

On the one hand we've got the manager saying he hopes the Doig transfer goes through, for financial reasons - and on the other we're jetting an underperforming squad out to a luxury resort half way round the globe? A very odd use of apparently dwindling resources IMO - particularly when the squad needs so much improvement.

[Rumble de Thump]

Not sure the poster said anything incorrect there to be honest?

On the one hand we've got the manager saying he hopes the Doig transfer goes through, for financial reasons - and on the other we're jetting an underperforming squad out to a luxury resort half way round the globe? A very odd use of apparently dwindling resources IMO - particularly when the squad needs so much improvement.

Why would the head coach not want more money from Doig being sold? And the intention of a training camp is surely that it improves the squad. Why else would any clubs do it?

[J-C]

Not sure the poster said anything incorrect there to be honest?

On the one hand we've got the manager saying he hopes the Doig transfer goes through, for financial reasons - and on the other we're jetting an underperforming squad out to a luxury resort half way round the globe? A very odd use of apparently dwindling resources IMO - particularly when the squad needs so much improvement.
It was the "green" but I was referring to.

[superfurryhibby]

It was the "green" but I was referring to.

"As the Greenest Club in Scotland, we’re proud to be supporting Scotland’s Climate Week 2023

Why it Matters: Traveling less by car has a significant impact, not just on our environment but also for you. It's a win-win situation! Whether you choose to clear your head with a bike ride, save money on fuel by walking, or wheeling or cycling to nearby destinations or share a ride with a mate – there are countless ways to contribute positively to our planet and your wellbeing.

That’s why we’re challenging Hibees to travel less by car during Climate Week and travel to Easter Road by walking, wheeling, cycling, taking public transport or car sharing instead

As a club, we embrace sustainable travel, exemplified by our recent transition to an all-electric vehicle fleet. In support of this initiative, we've taken the step of setting up eight charging stations for employee use — six located at HTC and two at Easter Road. Additionally, we're actively urging our fans to join us in this eco-conscious endeavor (spelling....) by introducing a commercial charging station at Easter Road, accessible to the wider community."


Aye, I suppose it's all bollox, just lip service and we shouldn't really take club statements and initiatives seriously then?

I won't lose sleep over it, but the Dubai trip stuck in my craw, for the reasons I mentioned.

[Alex Trager]

"As the Greenest Club in Scotland, we’re proud to be supporting Scotland’s Climate Week 2023

Why it Matters: Traveling less by car has a significant impact, not just on our environment but also for you. It's a win-win situation! Whether you choose to clear your head with a bike ride, save money on fuel by walking, or wheeling or cycling to nearby destinations or share a ride with a mate – there are countless ways to contribute positively to our planet and your wellbeing.

That’s why we’re challenging Hibees to travel less by car during Climate Week and travel to Easter Road by walking, wheeling, cycling, taking public transport or car sharing instead

As a club, we embrace sustainable travel, exemplified by our recent transition to an all-electric vehicle fleet. In support of this initiative, we've taken the step of setting up eight charging stations for employee use — six located at HTC and two at Easter Road. Additionally, we're actively urging our fans to join us in this eco-conscious endeavor (spelling....) by introducing a commercial charging station at Easter Road, accessible to the wider community."


Aye, I suppose it's all bollox, just lip service and we shouldn't really take club statements and initiatives seriously then?

I won't lose sleep over it, but the Dubai trip stuck in my craw, for the reasons I mentioned.

Ofc it is a total non sense to say they things and act like that.

It’ll be some amount of trees they plant to offset they emissions.

[JohnM1875]

Suppose if we get into Europe next season we just don’t bother with the away leg if it’s abroad and needs a flight?

I get the Dubai trip was optional, but if the club think they can offset it and think it’ll help with the second half of the season then I honestly don’t see what people are fizzing at.

[MrRobot]

Suppose if we get into Europe next season we just don’t bother with the away leg if it’s abroad and needs a flight?

I get the Dubai trip was optional, but if the club think they can offset it and think it’ll help with the second half of the season then I honestly don’t see what people are fizzing at.

Because some people just want to find anything to nit pick at unfortunately.

[Since452]

Because some people just want to find anything to nit pick at unfortunately.

I don't think anyone would "nit pick" if we were performing on the park. People are just becoming highly frustrated at the mismanagement on the football front over a long period of time and many see Dubai as a bit of a jolly for an underperforming squad. They could fly a rocket to the moon for a kick about while asking me to car share to Easter Road if we were challenging for 3rd and playing good football and seeing season on season progression under this regime.

[JasonC1875]

Because some people just want to find anything to nit pick at unfortunately.

Nail. Head. Etc…

[CapitalGreen]

I don't think anyone would "nit pick" if we were performing on the park. People are just becoming highly frustrated at the mismanagement on the football front over a long period of time and many see Dubai as a bit of a jolly for an underperforming squad. They could fly a rocket to the moon for a kick about while asking me to car share to Easter Road if we were challenging for 3rd and playing good football and seeing season on season progression under this regime.

Your first sentence is exactly the point, people don’t actually give a **** about the travel they are just lashing out because they struggle to cope with supporting a football team that doesn’t win every week.

[Bridge hibs]

Your first sentence is exactly the point, people don’t actually give a **** about the travel they are just lashing out because they struggle to cope with supporting a football team that doesn’t win every week.Yep, cant remember reading complaints from folk when we were travelling to our euro fixtures. If we were third in the league or thereabouts we wouldn't hear a peep about going to Dubai or wherever

[Smartie]

I disagree that folk are "lashing out" because we're not winning.

Folk are more environmentally aware than they were a few decades ago and quite a lot of individuals are trying to "do their bit". The fact that Hibs make noises about also "doing their bit" will chime with some of our fans in a positive way. Everything in superfurryhibby's post is laudable from Hibs and very much to be commended.

The Dubai trip just seems to be a bit inconsistent with that message and there are folk who will be questioning that.

There aren't demonstrations outside ER with gorilla suits etc. There are mumbles and moans that folk would make irrespective of how the team are doing. They maybe just sound louder because they are alongside other mumbles and moans about the state of our football team.

Most folk are comfortable with the team travelling around the country by coach, flying to European away games etc - these are necessary functions of a football team our size. It's reasonable to question how necessary the Dubai trip is for several reasons (economic in our current situation for one) but also how it sits alongside green credentials we are happy to boast about when it suits.

[Rumble de Thump]

"As the Greenest Club in Scotland, we’re proud to be supporting Scotland’s Climate Week 2023

Why it Matters: Traveling less by car has a significant impact, not just on our environment but also for you. It's a win-win situation! Whether you choose to clear your head with a bike ride, save money on fuel by walking, or wheeling or cycling to nearby destinations or share a ride with a mate – there are countless ways to contribute positively to our planet and your wellbeing.

That’s why we’re challenging Hibees to travel less by car during Climate Week and travel to Easter Road by walking, wheeling, cycling, taking public transport or car sharing instead

As a club, we embrace sustainable travel, exemplified by our recent transition to an all-electric vehicle fleet. In support of this initiative, we've taken the step of setting up eight charging stations for employee use — six located at HTC and two at Easter Road. Additionally, we're actively urging our fans to join us in this eco-conscious endeavor (spelling....) by introducing a commercial charging station at Easter Road, accessible to the wider community."


Aye, I suppose it's all bollox, just lip service and we shouldn't really take club statements and initiatives seriously then?

I won't lose sleep over it, but the Dubai trip stuck in my craw, for the reasons I mentioned.

Were they charter flights?

[WhileTheChief..]

Because some people just want to find anything to nit pick at unfortunately.

Total BS

Although posts like that do give you lot someone else to moan at I suppose. It’s what you guys do best.

[superfurryhibby]

I disagree that folk are "lashing out" because we're not winning.

Folk are more environmentally aware than they were a few decades ago and quite a lot of individuals are trying to "do their bit". The fact that Hibs make noises about also "doing their bit" will chime with some of our fans in a positive way. Everything in superfurryhibby's post is laudable from Hibs and very much to be commended.

The Dubai trip just seems to be a bit inconsistent with that message and there are folk who will be questioning that.

There aren't demonstrations outside ER with gorilla suits etc. There are mumbles and moans that folk would make irrespective of how the team are doing. They maybe just sound louder because they are alongside other mumbles and moans about the state of our football team.

Most folk are comfortable with the team travelling around the country by coach, flying to European away games etc - these are necessary functions of a football team our size. It's reasonable to question how necessary the Dubai trip is for several reasons (economic in our current situation for one) but also how it sits alongside green credentials we are happy to boast about when it suits.

Exactly this.

[flash]

Total BS

Although posts like that do give you lot someone else to moan at I suppose. It’s what you guys do best.

Did your wee alarm go off again?

[CapitalGreen]

I disagree that folk are "lashing out" because we're not winning.

Folk are more environmentally aware than they were a few decades ago and quite a lot of individuals are trying to "do their bit". The fact that Hibs make noises about also "doing their bit" will chime with some of our fans in a positive way. Everything in superfurryhibby's post is laudable from Hibs and very much to be commended.

The Dubai trip just seems to be a bit inconsistent with that message and there are folk who will be questioning that.

There aren't demonstrations outside ER with gorilla suits etc. There are mumbles and moans that folk would make irrespective of how the team are doing. They maybe just sound louder because they are alongside other mumbles and moans about the state of our football team.

Most folk are comfortable with the team travelling around the country by coach, flying to European away games etc - these are necessary functions of a football team our size. It's reasonable to question how necessary the Dubai trip is for several reasons (economic in our current situation for one) but also how it sits alongside green credentials we are happy to boast about when it suits.

There is literally posts on this thread and others saying they wouldn’t care if we were winning.

[Brightside]

I'm sure those that are unhappy about the flights will also be cancelling any foreign trips for holidays. Nobody really cares and claiming its cause you are more environmentally friendly is a stretch unless you are going to back that up with how you live your live in a carbon neutral way. The club do more than most ergo can say Greenest Club in Scotland.

[superfurryhibby]

I'm sure those that are unhappy about the flights will also be cancelling any foreign trips for holidays. Nobody really cares and claiming its cause you are more environmentally friendly is a stretch unless you are going to back that up with how you live your live in a carbon neutral way. The club do more than most ergo can say Greenest Club in Scotland.


You must care enough to respond?

The point is that the club are talking nonsense about their green credentials, you must agree?

You would do well to also note the concerns raised around the cost, at a time when the club are apparently (according to some) struggling with funds for transfers and of course the appalling human rights abuses that take place in UAE.

I don't see anyone making any claims around their own green credentials though, maybe you need to revisit that one :confused:

[CapitalGreen]

You must care enough to respond?

The point is that the club are talking nonsense about their green credentials, you must agree?

You would do well to also note the concerns raised around the cost, at a time when some claim the club are apparently (according to some) struggling with funds for transfers and of course the appalling human rights abuses that take place in UAE.

I don't see anyone making any claims around their own green credentials though, maybe you need to revisit that one :confused:

When do you reckon the training camp was arranged?

[superfurryhibby]

When do you reckon the training camp was arranged?

Who knows, why do you ask?

[babahibs]

[QUOTE=superfurryhibby;7549497]You must care enough to respond?

The point is that the club are talking nonsense about their green credentials, you must agree?

How is it nonsense?

[Brightside]

You must care enough to respond?

The point is that the club are talking nonsense about their green credentials, you must agree?

You would do well to also note the concerns raised around the cost, at a time when the club are apparently (according to some) struggling with funds for transfers and of course the appalling human rights abuses that take place in UAE.

I don't see anyone making any claims around their own green credentials though, maybe you need to revisit that one :confused:

"You would do well" I think I'm ok.

I don't think I need to revisit anything. Hibs claim to be the Greenest Club in Scotland. Unless thats not the case there really isn't anything to talk about. And believe it or not taking a flight can be turned into carbon neutral pretty quickly.

[CapitalGreen]

Who knows, why do you ask?

Because it was likely arranged with finances committed to it well in advance of a January transfer window where fans feel we need to sign a lot of new players. I doubt the club were making a decision at the start of January on whether to spend money on a training camp or new players.

[greenlex]

"You would do well" I think I'm ok.

I don't think I need to revisit anything. Hibs claim to be the Greenest Club in Scotland. Unless thats not the case there really isn't anything to talk about. And believe it or not taking a flight can be turned into carbon neutral pretty quickly.

It’s entirely possible to still be the greenest club in Scotland despite taking the squad to Dubai.

[B.H.F.C]

Because it was likely arranged with finances committed to it well in advance of a January transfer window where fans feel we need to sign a lot of new players. I doubt the club were making a decision at the start of January on whether to spend money on a training camp or new players.

Montgomery mentioned just before they went that it was arranged before he came in.

[jacomo]

"You would do well" I think I'm ok.

I don't think I need to revisit anything. Hibs claim to be the Greenest Club in Scotland. Unless thats not the case there really isn't anything to talk about. And believe it or not taking a flight can be turned into carbon neutral pretty quickly.


There’s nothing carbon neutral about flying.

Hibs might be offsetting this trip, but they haven’t said so, so I assume not.

It is absolutely legitimate to question why our club has gone to Dubai for a winter training camp, for all sorts of reasons.

[Rumble de Thump]

There’s nothing carbon neutral about flying.

Hibs might be offsetting this trip, but they haven’t said so, so I assume not.

It is absolutely legitimate to question why our club has gone to Dubai for a winter training camp, for all sorts of reasons.

We've already been told why.