Lewis and Paul

[truehibernian]

It’s heartbreaking the state the club and squad are in just now, but despite all that, let’s make Wednesday as near a full home support for these two lads, two utterly fantastic servants to the club who have more passion, desire, and love for the club and supporters than the rest of the squad combined.

Regardless of Wednesday’s result, let’s show them how proud and grateful we all are of two true Hibernian modern day legends and keep the angst, boos, and vitriol for another day.

Get along to give them a great send off if you can 👍

[Hibby70]

"Thanks Paul and Lewis, the rest of you can gtf"

That's the flag sorted.

[Baldy Foghorn]

It’s heartbreaking the state the club and squad are in just now, but despite all that, let’s make Wednesday as near a full home support for these two lads, two utterly fantastic servants to the club who have more passion, desire, and love for the club and supporters than the rest of the squad combined.

Regardless of Wednesday’s result, let’s show them how proud and grateful we all are of two true Hibernian modern day legends and keep the angst, boos, and vitriol for another day.

Get along to give them a great send off if you can 👍

Think Today's debacle will unfortunately put paid to a big attendance

[truehibernian]

Think Today's debacle will unfortunately put paid to a big attendance

Yep, my worry too - but if folk can see past results and the manager (very hard admittedly) and get along to show their appreciation it would be fantastic.

[supermcginn]

Another humiliation on Hanlon's record today, good riddance.

[hibee_girl]

I really hope people turn up for them on Wednesday, they deserve a good send off.

[Glory Lurker]

Will they let folk just come in at full time?

[Alfred E Newman]

It’s heartbreaking the state the club and squad are in just now, but despite all that, let’s make Wednesday as near a full home support for these two lads, two utterly fantastic servants to the club who have more passion, desire, and love for the club and supporters than the rest of the squad combined.

Regardless of Wednesday’s result, let’s show them how proud and grateful we all are of two true Hibernian modern day legends and keep the angst, boos, and vitriol for another day.

Get along to give them a great send off if you can 👍

It’s an admirable sentiment but it’s not going to happen. The best reward for them is the fact they are getting away from this shambles.

[hibsbollah]

It’s heartbreaking the state the club and squad are in just now, but despite all that, let’s make Wednesday as near a full home support for these two lads, two utterly fantastic servants to the club who have more passion, desire, and love for the club and supporters than the rest of the squad combined.

Regardless of Wednesday’s result, let’s show them how proud and grateful we all are of two true Hibernian modern day legends and keep the angst, boos, and vitriol for another day.

Get along to give them a great send off if you can 👍

Well said.

[Paul1642]

Another humiliation on Hanlon's record today, good riddance.

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)

[K-Zazu]

Another humiliation on Hanlon's record today, good riddance.

Yip, should have been away a couple of years ago part of the problem.

[truehibernian]

It’s an admirable sentiment but it’s not going to happen. The best reward for them is the fact they are getting away from this shambles.

That it might be but wee Lewy running the show in a League Cup final, his sclaff volley at Ibrox 😜 Paul’s equaliser at Tynie, and that glorious day in May mean despite all the tears and tantrums I’m heading along to ensure they get my own wee round of applause 👏

[B.H.F.C]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)

I agree with your general point to an extent. I would say that the hero status comes from the medals they have as well though. That makes them part of a pretty elite group.

I don’t feel the sadness about them leaving that other folk talk about but I do appreciate their efforts.

[hibee_girl]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)

Lewis is the only man in the club's history to have won both cups. He deserves his hero status.

[LewysGot2]

Lewis is the only man in the club's history to have won both cups. He deserves his hero status.

This

The end.👏

[Baldy Foghorn]

Lewis is the only man in the club's history to have won both cups. He deserves his hero status.

:top marks

[lugz]

There is no chance of a big crowd on Wednesday, the club would struggle to give away tickets for it. If anything it'll be smaller than today with ST holders not bothering.

[Exuberance1875]

They both don’t deserve to go out like this. Club should hang their heads in shame

[Paul1642]

I agree with your general point to an extent. I would say that the hero status comes from the medals they have as well though. That makes them part of a pretty elite group.

I don’t feel the sadness about them leaving that other folk talk about but I do appreciate their efforts.

True but this still comes down to the longevity IMO. They have also been mainstay members of the 1st team during a very long period of crap football including a certain cup final, relegation and failure to promote until the 3rd attempts.

At risk of become overly negative about 2 loyal players I’m gonna leave it at that and acknowledge their best moments. Stevensons MOTM in the 2007 league cup final and Hanlon injury time equaliser vs hearts to keep us in the Scottish cup on route to winning it. They go with my best wishes.

[Steve20]

Another humiliation on Hanlon's record today, good riddance.

If you’re trying to claim Hanlon is a problem and it’s good riddance to him, then you are a ****. Hanlon and Stevenson are both part of the greatest day in recent history of our club and for if you’re having a go at him, then you should hold your head in shame.

The rest of the impostors that played today, by all means carry on. They’re garbage and I include the ridiculously overrated Joe Newell in that.

But do NOT disrespect players that brought the holy grail back to Easter Road.

[Mcbizz1998]

If you’re trying to claim Hanlon is a problem and it’s good riddance to him, then you are a ****. Hanlon and Stevenson are both part of the greatest day in recent history of our club and for if you’re having a go at him, then you should hold your head in shame.

The rest of the impostors that played today, by all means carry on. They’re garbage and I include the ridiculously overrated Joe Newell in that.

But do NOT disrespect players that brought the holy grail back to Easter Road.

Hanlon hasn’t been good enough for several years, that’s obvious to anyone with eyes. Anthony stokes is a creepy ****bag, that’s also obvious.

Being part of the 2016 doesn’t mean people aren’t allowed to notice things and are ****’s for pointing it out.

[7Hero]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)

So they are not heroes because they won the Scottish cup ? and Lewis isn't a hero even though he won 2 cups, which nobody else has done ?

poor post

[Hiber-nation]

It's a shame they're going when we're in such a total mess. But that's football. They will both be philosophical about the whole thing. Hopefully they'll be back at ER with other clubs next season and they'll get a great reception.

[eastmainsmsh]

Let them take the team on Wed and play youngsters

[supermcginn]

So they are not heroes because they won the Scottish cup ? and Lewis isn't a hero even though he won 2 cups, which nobody else has done ?

poor post
Are you just ignoring their roles in the 3 worst results in club history? Among numerous other humpings from poor teams?

[Paul1642]

Let them take the team on Wed and play youngsters

That’ll do wonders for their chances at ever becoming managers and the confidence of our youth players if we get pumped. I’m sure David Gray will be delighted too.

[HibbyAndy]

Are you just ignoring their roles in the 3 worst results in club history? Among numerous other humpings from poor teams?


Look at me look at me :hilarious:hilarious

[supermcginn]

Look at me look at me :hilarious:hilarious

Nice comeback, I notice you had no reply to bare facts. It's time for the club to move on there's no point pretending both were world beaters.

[Contador]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)

Agree with this 100%. No question they are club legends for 2016 but they have been involved in their fair few humiliations at the same time, which shan’t be listed.

We’ve one third place finish in 18 years. A shocking statistic for a club of our size in this country, and unfortunately both players have been at the club for a significant chunk of that.

[scoopyboy]

Nice comeback, I notice you had no reply to bare facts. It's time for the club to move on there's no point pretending both were world beaters.

So I take once Paul and Lewis leave the building everything will be fine and everything will smell of roses

[HibbyAndy]

Nice comeback, I notice you had no reply to bare facts. It's time for the club to move on there's no point pretending both were world beaters.


I don't think i ever pretended them to be world beaters ?

Both absolute legends is what i would call them to be fair

[dp00]

Hope they get a good send off they deserve it

Tbf I read Stevensons interview with the Hibs Observer and I don’t know it felt a bit off so wonder if there is more to them leaving that meets the eye

Deserve a great send off and I think it’s is prob the best time for both of them


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[Paul1642]

So I take once Paul and Lewis leave the building everything will be fine and everything will smell of roses

Not necessary and I don’t think anyone’s saying that, but you could ask that about Marshall, Rocky, Newell or anyone else in the team. Pretty much the whole team aren’t good enough right know and need replaced. Replace them with quality players (and a quality manager) and we will compete for 3rd and trophy’s. Recruit poorly and we will be right back where we currently are in 12 months with an even angrier fan base. It’s really that simple.

It’s a separate opinion from your view on their overall time at the club, but does anyone here truly believe that Hanlon and / or Stevenson are of a good enough quality right now let alone in several months time to play in a side competing for 3rd place. If the answer is no (which to clearly is imo) then it’s the right decision to move them on because anyone not at that standard needs to go.

Every thread on this website right now is calling for the whole club to be overhauled from to bottom and this is part of this process.

[Smartie]

It’s sort of fitting that the first season we have when the pair of them are largely left out, our defending goes absolutely to ****.

[DH1875]

They should hang fire. The new manager might want to keep them about the place.

[Halifaxhibby]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.



If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.


I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)



Both great servants to the club and should be honoured appropriately….but the pair of them were passed it last season…taxi to Kirkcaldy!!!!….that was always there level.

[I'm Spartacus]

Another humiliation on Hanlon's record today, good riddance.

Nah I'm not having this, there's abject failure running through the club from the suits making the decisions and he's had to be part of stemming that.

Paul & Lewis, thanks for everything you have done for us, sorry your bosses have made a total **** of it, but allowed you to take the blame while they **** about in the lounges while you've taken the abuse from the stands.

[PHeffernan]

Time for Stevenson to move on at 36 but there is easily another season in Hanlon at 34 and had he been paired with Fish all of this season we would have finished 5th.
I thought he was Hibs best player today, calm whilst other players lost the plot which is nuts given it's him that's being binned.

[He's here!]

It’s heartbreaking the state the club and squad are in just now, but despite all that, let’s make Wednesday as near a full home support for these two lads, two utterly fantastic servants to the club who have more passion, desire, and love for the club and supporters than the rest of the squad combined.

Regardless of Wednesday’s result, let’s show them how proud and grateful we all are of two true Hibernian modern day legends and keep the angst, boos, and vitriol for another day.

Get along to give them a great send off if you can 👍

'A full home support'? You're dreaming I'm afraid. Even if they charged a quid a head they'd still struggle to fill the place. People are too scunnered with how pathetic we are to bother with any more of this.

[hibee_girl]

Time for Stevenson to move on at 36 but there is easily another season in Hanlon at 34 and had he been paired with Fish all of this season we would have finished 5th.
I thought he was Hibs best player today, calm whilst other players lost the plot which is nuts given it's him that's being binned.

He was our best player today.

[B.H.F.C]

He was our best player today.

When we’re saying that a centre half and captain was our best player in a game that we lost four goals and absolutely chucked it, I think it kind of sums up where we are just now.

[MWHIBBIES]

Didn't the tornadoes lose 6 goals in 3 different finals? They cant be legends either.

Paul and Lewis utter club legends. Lewis' achievements unlikely to ever be matched.

[TrinityHibby]

Think Today's debacle will unfortunately put paid to a big attendance

Sad but true….I’ve been a season ticket holder for 25 years and have rarely missed a home game. After what I witnessed this afternoon and having just listened to our head coach I won’t be attending on Wednesday. Lewis and Paul thanks for everything #legends 💚💚

[Bobby's Cinema]

Harsh but to some degree true. He certainly can’t single handedly be blamed for any of the many humiliations he’s been involved in but at the same time shouldn’t get an entirely free pass.

I go against the grain big time here in terms of the Hanlon / Stevenson love fest but they only accumulated so many apps for Hibs because they were never good enough to take a step up but good enough not to be punted.

If either of them was a better player there’s every chance they would have left us when the opportunity came, just like every other good player we’ve had in decades.

I massively appreciate their years of service and they have undoubtedly been good servants to the club, but I don’t regard them as great players for us. Their hero status comes only from their longevity. I also think we would be in a better place if we had moved them both on last summer (not that either are the main cause of our current woes)
Don't think that needed to be said? The point in bold is a very unfair one to level at two guys that have spent their career at Hibs going through the same highs and lows as we have. Not all about longevity either - their commitment and effort always stood out, give their all and I'll miss watching them. Will be there at the end to say thanks and applaud them off :flag:

[HendoDelivered]

Time for Stevenson to move on at 36 but there is easily another season in Hanlon at 34 and had he been paired with Fish all of this season we would have finished 5th.
I thought he was Hibs best player today, calm whilst other players lost the plot which is nuts given it's him that's being binned.

You cant possibly know that mate.

[CapitalGreen]

It’s sort of fitting that the first season we have when the pair of them are largely left out, our defending goes absolutely to ****.

We have conceded more goals this season when Stevenson and Hanlon have played than when they haven’t.

[hibee_girl]

When we’re saying that a centre half and captain was our best player in a game that we lost four goals and absolutely chucked it, I think it kind of sums up where we are just now.

I know, it sounds mad. He was also one of the few who looked like they actually cared today.

[BILLYHIBS]

Didn't the tornadoes lose 6 goals in 3 different finals? They cant be legends either.

Paul and Lewis utter club legends. Lewis' achievements unlikely to ever be matched.

Two different finals

2-6 was Bob Shankly

Pretty much hoping that more Scottish Cup and League Cups will be incoming in the not too distant future and one player will be fortunate enough to win both or maybes even add a League title

Who knew ?

[He's here!]

Don't think that needed to be said? The point in bold is a very unfair one to level at two guys that have spent their career at Hibs going through the same highs and lows as we have. Not all about longevity either - their commitment and effort always stood out, give their all and I'll miss watching them. Will be there at the end to say thanks and applaud them off :flag:

They deserve plaudits for the long service they've given Hibs and always gave their best. They've more than held their own in some strong Hibs sides. The problem has been that when the team has been mediocre or (like the current team) dreadful they're not strong enough players to dig us out of a hole.

[shamo9]

I hope Stevenson starts against Motherwell. Obita hasn't been great lately, several defensive errors.

I also think Stevenson's 100 percent commitment, lead by example style would lift a few players who are low on confidence or disinterested.

[Cod Boy]

I hope Stevenson starts against Motherwell. Obita hasn't been great lately, several defensive errors.

I also think Stevenson's 100 percent commitment, lead by example style would lift a few players who are low on confidence or disinterested.

I think Lewis will be captain on Wednesday

[shamo9]

I think Lewis will be captain on Wednesday

Fingers crossed. I would hope if the players won't play for Montgomery they will at least have enough respect to play for Lewis.

Hibs getting embarrassed in his final game at Easter Road would be deeply depressing.

[LaMotta]

Whilst its time to go for both, I think quite honesty if both had played more this season then results & performances would have been better than what we have seen.

[NC1875]

Whilst its time to go for both, I think quite honesty if both had played more this season then results & performances would have been better than what we have seen.

We’d have been bullied like we always have when they play.

Time for a fresh start.

[MWHIBBIES]

We’d have been bullied like we always have when they play.

Time for a fresh start.

:faf:

Yeah, we always got bullied when these key players in cup wins played. Always.

[NC1875]

:faf:

Yeah, we always got bullied when these key players in cup wins played. Always.

We won the cup 8 years ago.


Paul’s still being bullied all this time later.

[LaMotta]

We’d have been bullied like we always have when they play.

Time for a fresh start.

Like when we beat Aberdeen comfortably 2-0 at Pittodrie earlier this season with Hanlon and Stevenson both playing the full 90 minutes each? :wink:

Or how about when they both played in our best performance of the season against Luzern at Easter Road?

[Not In The Know]

How many appearances is Lewis in now? Was it not just under 600. If him not getting on yesterday stops him making 600 that would be another shocker from the boss to add to the long list.

[BILLYHIBS]

How many appearances is Lewis in now? Was it not just under 600. If him not getting on yesterday stops him making 600 that would be another shocker from the boss to add to the long list.
They announced prematch yesterday he is on 599 so hopefully Wednesday

[MWHIBBIES]

How many appearances is Lewis in now? Was it not just under 600. If him not getting on yesterday stops him making 600 that would be another shocker from the boss to add to the long list.

He's on 599. The only thing Monty did right yesterday was not bringing him on.

[Broken Gnome]

He's on 599. The only thing Monty did right yesterday was not bringing him on.

Exactly.

Can only hope the circumstances on Wednesday are SLIGHTLY better and makes it a more appropriate chance to do it.

[SickBoy32]

Exactly.

Can only hope the circumstances on Wednesday are SLIGHTLY better and makes it a more appropriate chance to do it.

The circumstances are that Obita was rank rotten yesterday and should be duly dropped, Stevenson to start for #600 👍

Laughable that we’re going to let Hanlon leave to go to a better side (Killie) and play some European matches, whilst we trudge around Montrose in the LC groups.

Club is in some state

[hibee_girl]

He's on 599. The only thing Monty did right yesterday was not bringing him on.

:agree:

I stayed to the end just in case he brought Lewis on but I’m glad he never.

Hopefully he gets it on Wednesday night.

[HibbyAndy]

:agree:

I stayed to the end just in case he brought Lewis on but I’m glad he never.

Hopefully he gets it on Wednesday night.

If he doesn't that's a sacking offence alone

[MWHIBBIES]

:agree:

I stayed to the end just in case he brought Lewis on but I’m glad he never.

Hopefully he gets it on Wednesday night.

He should start last 2 matches. Obita was a disgrace yesterday.

[lucky]

I’ve total respect for Hanlon and Stevenson but I’m not going on Wednesday. They are club legends.

Hibs are in a worst state now than anytime in the last 20 years. Watching them is just not enjoyable. We have a manger who is clueless and CEO and major shareholders who are only interested in money, £32 for dead rubber was a joke. The crowd on Wednesday will be way below the 8000 or so that turn up yesterday.

[LaMotta]

The circumstances are that Obita was rank rotten yesterday and should be duly dropped, Stevenson to start for #600 👍

Laughable that we’re going to let Hanlon leave to go to a better side (Killie) and play some European matches, whilst we trudge around Montrose in the LC groups.

Club is in some state

Spot on :agree:

[Not In The Know]

they announced prematch yesterday he is on 599 so hopefully wednesday

phew!

[Hibs90]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

[dp00]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

If that is true then things are worse than anyone could imagine


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[Hiber-nation]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

That is actually disgusting.

[scoopyboy]

That is actually disgusting.

At one point there was a question whether they were even getting a table

[Tambo]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

That's not a good way to treat two long term serving players if true.

[Northernhibee]

If that’s true whoever thought of that needs sacked.

[we are hibs]

Hardly a shock though is it? Not many competent people at Easter Road these days. Just a Cold, heartless business these days rather than a football club.

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[Hiber-nation]

At one point there was a question whether they were even getting a table

Words fail me.

[Stokesy's on fire]

Who decided it was time up for these two?

[Baldy Foghorn]

At one point there was a question whether they were even getting a table

Scandalous. Club only values Money

[Mikey_1875]

Shameful treatment of two legends from Kensell.

[Allant1981]

Can't make tomorrow but hopefully they get a decent round of applause, good players who gave their all for the club and 100% the right time for them to go

[snedzuk]

Maybe Lewis should start then be subbed after 1 minute instead of the other way around.

[snedzuk]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

Entitled "Omnishambles at Easter Rd" - how is this happening..

[Just Alf]

If true, I'm speechless and truly want all those currently involved in management positions within the club to be emptied sharpish

[Carheenlea]

If that’s true whoever thought of that needs sacked.

He probably will be - surely only a matter of time before that position is refreshed as part of the structural review.

[Hibs90]

Apparently Hanlon said in a presser that it wasn't his choice to leave

[dp00]

You know that something like this wouldn’t have happened in dempsters time


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[Broken Gnome]

First reply to that Instagram story touts Dylan Kerr for the job.

Half time at Rugby Park 2013. What a 15 minutes.

[I'm Spartacus]

Apparently Hanlon said in a presser that it wasn't his choice to leave

:dunno: Sad times.

[jeffers]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

Aye that’s absolutely true. I think they “politely” declined.

[1875M]

Who decided it was time up for these two?

Montgomery and Sergio, particularly Sergio didn’t rate Hanlon apparently.

Also, if that’s true about being charged for a table for their final home game, that epitomises everything that is currently wrong with this club at the moment.

[Carheenlea]

Montgomery and Sergio, particularly Sergio didn’t rate Hanlon apparently.

Also, if that’s true about being charged for a table for their final home game, that epitomises everything that is currently wrong with this club at the moment.

Now that they’re gone who’s to say that a new manager or even the director of football wouldn’t be averse to finding a place for them at the club?

[Northernhibee]

If that’s true - and I say that because I don’t want it to be - I’m absolutely repulsed by that.

Both Lewis, Paul, and their families should have the freedom of Easter Road. They’ve given so much to this club and been so modest throughout.

That’s utterly ****ing disgusting if it’s true and I really truly hope there’s been a miscommunication somewhere.

[hibee_girl]

If that’s true - and I say that because I don’t want it to be - I’m absolutely repulsed by that.

Both Lewis, Paul, and their families should have the freedom of Easter Road. They’ve given so much to this club and been so modest throughout.

That’s utterly ****ing disgusting if it’s true and I really truly hope there’s been a miscommunication somewhere.

Would you be surprised though?

It’s their own foundation that is putting together a farewell programme for them. That’s something the club should be doing.

[Northernhibee]

Would you be surprised though?

It’s their own foundation that is putting together a farewell programme for them. That’s something the club should be doing.

Scary thing is I’m not at all.

[Paulie Walnuts]

I remember having a discussion a while ago about how I feel like we’ve lost all sense of what Hibs are. I can’t remember the whole conversation, but I think it was just about silly wee things, like the fact that hospitality was probably within reach of alot of people as a treat, now it’s just ridiculously priced etc. I said I felt like Hibs were losing their community/family club aspect.

Things like this are exactly the kind of reason for that.

[Northernhibee]

I remember having a discussion a while ago about how I feel like we’ve lost all sense of what Hibs are. I can’t remember the whole conversation, but I think it was just about silly wee things, like the fact that hospitality was probably within reach of alot of people as a treat, now it’s just ridiculously priced etc. I said I felt like Hibs were losing their community/family club aspect.

Things like this are exactly the kind of reason for that.

It was trying to charge for bairns to get a happy birthday message on the screen that gave me that feeling. Pretty sure it was a fortune too.

HSF try to get kids tickets, mascot packages and so forth so Hibs is accessible to all. These pricks see it as an opportunity.

[Paulie Walnuts]

It was trying to charge for bairns to get a happy birthday message on the screen that gave me that feeling. Pretty sure it was a fortune too.

HSF try to get kids tickets, mascot packages and so forth so Hibs is accessible to all. These pricks see it as an opportunity.

Yup, I think that may have been one of the things as well. Was a while ago, so I can’t remember all the bits and pieces.

We just feel like a completely soulless entity these days.

[ChuckNor]

The story is 100% true. Disgusting.

I seen someone post that Sergio was the one who had it in for Paul. This is also true. NM listening to Sergio and starting Triantis ahead of others cost him top six.

[3pm]

Go on HSL....pick up the tab.

[Glory Lurker]

Go on HSL....pick up the tab.

I'm increasingly not wanting another penny of HSL funds to go into this joke shop.

[Paulie Walnuts]

The story is 100% true. Disgusting.

I seen someone post that Sergio was the one who had it in for Paul. This is also true. NM listening to Sergio and starting Triantis ahead of others cost him top six.

Sergio sounds like a grade A weapon that were well rid of.

[Northernhibee]

I'm increasingly not wanting another penny of HSL funds to go into this joke shop.

This isn’t Hibs any longer.

[OsloHibs]

End of an era.. of which we'll most likely never see again.
All the best Paul & Lewis. #Legends

[hibee_girl]

Lewis’ wife just posted some reels on her insta saying ‘before it gets emotional tomorrow’

It’s already emotional! 🥺😭

[Jim44]

It’s actually a disgrace and embarrassment for a once great and proud club. We have a deep propensity for shooting ourselves in the foot……… and if that’s not enough we turn to the other foot and shoot that as well. I’m scunnered with Hibs.

[MWHIBBIES]

I think it's quite fitting that Lewis and Paul, who were often the only bright spots during gash times under Calderwood, Fenlon and Butcher, go out during a time like this.

2 guys who deserved 15 years of good stuff from their employer, and got about 4.

[silverhibee]

And the club have just delivered the last kick in the teeth to the both of them for there last game.

Shame on this club.

[Trinity Hibee]

It will never change how they are seen by the fans and the 2 of them will know that. One or two ********s on the board can’t change that

[SteveHFC]

The story is 100% true. Disgusting.

I seen someone post that Sergio was the one who had it in for Paul. This is also true. NM listening to Sergio and starting Triantis ahead of others cost him top six.

Club should be ashamed of theirselves.

[K-Zazu]

I think everyone needs to take a chill pill or 2

[Vault Boy]

Lewis’ wife just posted some reels on her insta saying ‘before it gets emotional tomorrow’

It’s already emotional! 🥺😭

Those videos hit like a train 🥲

[THESHIP]

I remember having a discussion a while ago about how I feel like we’ve lost all sense of what Hibs are. I can’t remember the whole conversation, but I think it was just about silly wee things, like the fact that hospitality was probably within reach of alot of people as a treat, now it’s just ridiculously priced etc. I said I felt like Hibs were losing their community/family club aspect.

Things like this are exactly the kind of reason for that.

I said the exact same thing at the time and got ripped to shreds on here. Absolutely disgusted at this but not surprised at all.

The heart and soul has been well and truly snatched from the club.

[7Hero]

https://hanlonstevensonfoundation.co.uk/2024/05/heroes-programme/

If you are attending todays match please donate to receive your limited edition programme, it looks cracking - HSF have squeezed a huge amount in see the link above.

Also first 500 sold in the Club shop receive a free Signed Poster by Paul and Lewis - these available from 6pm.

Please note that they will not be available anywhere else and have sold out online already.

If you are in Hospitality HSF will be selling programme outside west at 5pm and all other stands will be selling before they open at 645pm.

The Hanlon Stevenson Foundation (HSF) is a Scottish Registered Charity (SC 049330) formed in May 2019.

The initial funding for HSF was provided by donations from Paul Hanlon and Lewis Stevenson as part of the proceeds from their respective Testimonial Years. Funding thereafter has continued with a wide range of initiatives and fundraising events.

The purpose of HSF is primarily youth related with a view to assisting less privileged children HSF is self-funded, and all monies received are donated to selected charities and other projects.

All proceeds from this souvenir Programme will be used to buy mascot and season ticket packages at Hibernian FC for next season.

[marinello59]

It’s going to be an emotional night saying good bye to the two of them. I hope plenty stay behind tonight to give them the applause they deserve. I have a feeling we will see at least one of them return to ER in another clubs colours, that will be another emotional trigger.
Best of luck to them both for the future.

[NYHibby]

Lewis played in the first game I attended after moving to Scotland in 2007. As someone roughly the same age, in a weird way, him still being in the team made me feel not old.

[hibby rae]

Michael Stewarts latest Instagram story he says that the club offered Lewis and Paul's families etc a table at their final home game but tried to charge them for it..

https://www.instagram.com/mstewart_23/reel/C69CDAPqsds/?hl=en

I'm really starting to despise the hierarchy at the club. They've torn it to shreds. I wish now we had never sold to the Gordons.

Stewart hits the nail on the head with every point there.

[Tambo]

A 43 minute video has not long been uploaded on YouTube titled Lewis Stevenson: MyStory.

Just about to watch it now.

[Northernhibee]

A 43 minute video has not long been uploaded on YouTube titled Lewis Stevenson: MyStory.

Just about to watch it now.

Genuinely would have him in my all time list of the greatest Hibbys. There have been more talented (and that’s not to say he’s anything other than a very good player, in fact criminally under rated by some) but in terms of achievement, character, and application he’s close to unparalleled.


Unashamedly love the guy, he’s a superb human being and a fantastic servant to the club.

[JohnM1875]

A 43 minute video has not long been uploaded on YouTube titled Lewis Stevenson: MyStory.

Just about to watch it now.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD4DUJJphdQ&t=1040s

What a man, honestly. Love the guy

[.Sean.]

Presuming they both start which I think is a given considering Gray will pick the team, how surreal is it going to be when him and Hanlon are inevitably subbed off tonight 😢

[HibbyAndy]

Genuinely would have him in my all time list of the greatest Hibbys. There have been more talented (and that’s not to say he’s anything other than a very good player, in fact criminally under rated by some) but in terms of achievement, character, and application he’s close to unparalleled.


Unashamedly love the guy, he’s a superb human being and a fantastic servant to the club.


Well said :top marks

[04Sauzee]

Still not sure I'm ready for this tonight 😭

[HendoDelivered]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FD4DUJJphdQ&t=1040s

What a man, honestly. Love the guy

The most humble human being. Legend.

[Tambo]

Can't imagine the emotions both will be feeling tonight, I'm sure both will be back at Easter Road in the stands.

****ing love a goal from either tonight.

[erin go bragh]

With NM now no longer here, could there be a one year offer to Hanlon from the new manager.

[erin go bragh]

Rough dot count looks like under a thousand tickets available in the Home end 👏

[Allant1981]

With NM now no longer here, could there be a one year offer to Hanlon from the new manager.

He isn't good enough any longer to push us on imo, we need better than all of our current CHs

[hibsbollah]

This is a thread for two legends, really not worth getting involved in more of this Mackay nonsense

[Pedantic_Hibee]

This is a thread for two legends, really not worth getting involved in more of this Mackay nonsense

Agreed

[supermcginn]

With NM now no longer here, could there be a one year offer to Hanlon from the new manager.

No. And rightfully so.

[jeffers]

I actually feel quite emotional watching that video. What an amazing human being Lewis Stevenson is. It will be a sad day when leaves the club. Paul too.

[ManlyOz]

Brilliant video of Lewis, sad way to end time at Hibs. Heard he’s signed for Raith so could be back at ER next season 😁

[JohnM1875]

Both start, obviously.

[Mango Man]

I honestly think Stevenson would still be a very useful squad player for us, fit as a fiddle and the ultimate pro, I think Obita has had more bad games this season than Stevenson has had in his whole career.

Going to miss him massively, an actual Legend.

:flag:

[MWHIBBIES]

I honestly think Stevenson would still be a very useful squad player for us, fit as a fiddle and the ultimate pro, I think Obita has had more bad games this season than Stevenson has had in his whole career.

Going to miss him massively, an actual Legend.

:flag:
There will be a lot worse back up defenders than those 2 playing for clubs around us next season.

[DaveF]

That'Stevenson interview is wonderful.

A truly humble man 🇳🇬

[HibbyAndy]

That'Stevenson interview is wonderful.

A truly humble man 🇳🇬

:agree: What an honest humble down to earth human being he really is , My god he will be missed in every capacity when he's gone


One of hibs greatest ever players , A wee guy fae Kirkcaldy that is the only hibs player to have won the Scottish and League cup :top marks


Top bloke Lewis :aok:

[DH1875]

Surprised one of them not been subbed off yet to give them individual applause.

[Vault Boy]

Thank you, thank you. 💚

[GreenNWhiteArmy]

Part of me wants them both to stay another year. Especially given Paul said he never wanted to leave but also appreciate everybody has their time to leave

[Northernhibee]

Thank you. It was an absolute pleasure.

[HIBERNIAN-0762]

Tears in my eyes at the end there 😔😪 👌👍💚💚

[Liam89]

Reverse the decision, let them both stay as long as they want :boo hoo:

[GreenCastle]

Reckon they will go and play at Raith then return to Hibs in future as staff.

[tonyrougier123]

End of an era 💚💚💚💚

[Unseen work]

Actually felt emotional them getting subbed.

We’ll need to recruit some fantastic centre halves to make getting rid of Hanlon as back up seem a good decision

[Hibee Mac]

That's the last two remaining players of the Scottish Cup winning team now gone, truly is the end of an era. Thank you to both for everything you've done for the club.

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[MartinfaePorty]

I've got some dust in my eyes...

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[Hibee Daft]

Thank you!

[One Day Soon]

:agree: What an honest humble down to earth human being he really is , My god he will be missed in every capacity when he's gone


One of hibs greatest ever players , A wee guy fae Kirkcaldy that is the only hibs player to have won the Scottish and League cup :top marks


Top bloke Lewis :aok:

Just love him. He just embodies what you wish all our players were like.

[1875M]

Legends. Not the best players but underrated and undervalued. No fuss, no whinging, no controversies, just 2 honest, hard working pro’s who understand what it means to play for Hibs.

[Glory Lurker]

And that's that. 😭

[Northernhibee]

There goes two of the greatest ever Hibbys to pull on the green and white.

[Vault Boy]

Alright, now I’m in bits. It just won’t be the same without them.

[The_Exile]

Proper 'end of an era' stuff this.

[Donegal Hibby]

Going to be so strange without both of them next year , really wish they weren't going 😢

[oconnors_strip]

An end of an era for Hibs, Paul, Lewis and fans 😢

Glad I wore waterproof mascara

[Tricla]

Thank you for everything the pair of you. Thank you.

[hibee-boys]

Incredible servants to the club, thank you for all your efforts boys👏💚

[Baader]

Fantastic servants to this football club. Consummate professionals and classy men. Legends both.

[Dashing Bob S]

The best

[David_D]

My son got really upset at them going round the pitch as they have been in the team since he started watching Hibs. Even wants me to take him see Paul Hanlon next season as is one of his favourite players.

[Hiber-nation]

Lewis running across to take up position and applauding the East before kick off was one of these rare moments.

And Paul was outstanding.

Thank you, thank you, thank you.

:flag:

[Northernhibee]

Really think we’re making a mistake releasing Paul in particular.

[USA_Hibee]

😭😭😭

[DaveF]

Really think we’re making a mistake releasing Paul in particular.

I think so too. As it stands we need 3 centre halves, assuming we keep Rocky. Seems like madness.

[joe breezy]

I was close to greeting when Sunshine On Leith was playing especially 🫣🥹[emoji172]
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[Irish_Steve]

I loved it when Newell (I think) threw the ball to Lewis for the penalty. Lewis immediately threw it away again lol

[LaMotta]

Whilst its time to go for both, I think quite honesty if both had played more this season then results & performances would have been better than what we have seen.


We’d have been bullied like we always have when they play.

Time for a fresh start.


Like when we beat Aberdeen comfortably 2-0 at Pittodrie earlier this season with Hanlon and Stevenson both playing the full 90 minutes each? :wink:

Or how about when they both played in our best performance of the season against Luzern at Easter Road?

Add the pair of them to another clean sheet and comfortable win tonight. I'm more convinced than ever that if Monty had use them both this season then he would still be in a job and Hibs would be in the top six.

[Jim44]

I remember many moons ago, my sister in law, who was the Principal Teacher of PE at Balwearie High School in Kirkcaldy, telling me about this young pupil, Lewis Stevenson, in her department who was a great guy and terrific footballer and was about to sign a contract with Hibs. She hoped he would make the grade. I bet the photos at the end of tonight’s game brought her a great sense of pride and a few tears to her eyes.

[worcesterhibby]

I'm still getting over the fact he never married my daughter..imagine Lewis as your son in law ! Legends both..thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you as the Proclaimers would say.

[Bobby's Cinema]

Honestly caught off guard with emotions watching that ending, started about ten minutes to go when we were singing Hanlon's name and he had his hands on his head knowing it was coming to an end.

Great reception they got. Memorable contribution they have made to our club :not worth

[RossScott1991]

Win. Clean sheet. And 90th min sub was just perfect.

Thank you both for being honest Hibs players.

[FastEddieFelson]

Really think we’re making a mistake releasing Paul in particular.

Does feel like a mistake with Hanlon. He was fantastic tonight.

[B.H.F.C]

I think so too. As it stands we need 3 centre halves, assuming we keep Rocky. Seems like madness.

I think the issue is that we just need to create space in the squad.

With the amount of daft contracts we have handed out over the last few years it’s not easy to free space up to get new players in. I think Hanlon has struggled at times when he’s come in to the team this season but I’d still have him ahead of Rocky. Unfortunately Rocky still has a contract so I think we’re doing the right thing in making space to give us an opportunity of going out and improving the team.

[JohnM1875]

I think the issue is that we just need to create space in the squad.

With the amount of daft contracts we have handed out over the last few years it’s not easy to free space up to get new players in. I think Hanlon has struggled at times when he’s come in to the team this season but I’d still have him ahead of Rocky. Unfortunately Rocky still has a contract so I think we’re doing the right thing in making space to give us an opportunity of going out and improving the team.

One position we absolutely do not need to create space is CB though. We have one first team CB for next season and Hanlon is easily twice the player.

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

Two absolute legends. Got quite emotional when they came off and during Sunshine of Leith at the end. Wish them all the best for whatever the future holds.

[B.H.F.C]

One position we absolutely do not need to create space is CB though. We have one first team CB for next season and Hanlon is easily twice the player.

Two. Rocky and Harbottle.

You’d usually look at having four I think. I’m not saying either should play but they are contracted so we probably need to plan on the basis they will be there. If you give Hanlon another contract that’s you sitting with three and maybe only have space for one when I think we need a completely new partnership.

[Jim44]

I don’t know the details of their ‘retirement’ but maybe they both realised that game time for them with Hibs next season, might be thin on the ground and welcomed the opportunity to see out their playing careers as actively and fully on the pitch as possible with another club.

[LunasBoots]

Need more players that get the club like Paul and Lewis, all the best in whatever you do next lads.

[JJP]

Wish they weren’t leaving.

[LewysGot2]

Thank you SDG for orchestrating the most fitting send off for them. Completely appropriate. Both start, both perform, take them off not in a disrespectful manner so that they can get the spotlight, oh and a 3-0 win. So glad SDG was in charge tonight.

[sleeping giant]

Thank you SDG for orchestrating the most fitting send off for them. Completely appropriate. Both start, both perform, take them off not in a disrespectful manner so that they can get the spotlight, oh and a 3-0 win. So glad SDG was in charge tonight.

Exactly how I felt tonight.
Couple of people in tears around me. What an emotional night. Seeing how emotional their families were nearly set me off.

[wookie70]

Wish they weren’t leaving. Maybe they won't. SDG gave a hint that a new manager may want to have a rethink. For me I think Lewis is at best a squad player and the years have eventually caught up. Paul has at least a couple of years left imo and was excellent tonight.
This is from BBC and what SDG said about the two legends. - "[Their future] is 100% up to the new manager. The players have shown tonight they are more than capable of playing at this level but that is not a question for me to answer."

[Mikey_1875]

Although there was a bit of bashing of the club before hand I thought the tributes at the game tonight were perfect. Two legends and all you can really do is thank them for their wonderful service and iconic moments throughout the years.

[Baader]

Thank you SDG for orchestrating the most fitting send off for them. Completely appropriate. Both start, both perform, take them off not in a disrespectful manner so that they can get the spotlight, oh and a 3-0 win. So glad SDG was in charge tonight.

Yes. SDG gets it. Previous manager would've probably had them benched bringing them on when we go 1-0 down or something and we'd have lost. That's about the level of confidence I had in Montgomery.

Would hope the new manager reviews this decision as think Hanlon certainly could play on and be an asset to the squad. I wouldn't trust Monty's opinion on anything football related as he was a disaster of an appointment.

[KNBE]

To echo a comment seen elsewhere, that felt to me tonight what Easter Road should feel like. Sad about the circumstances, but it felt like Hibs again.

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[CL0762]

2 of the best professionals we could’ve ever hoped to represent the club.

Never in the headlines acting up, never bothered their arse with social media.

2 incredibly humble men who care about 2 things. Their families and their club.

I didn’t cry when we lifted the cup but there was tears in my eyes watching them walk around the pitch with their loved ones tonight.

Thank you Paul, Thank you Lewis. We’ll never see your likes again.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Usually after a season like we've had most of the crowd bugger off before the players come back out for their final home game post match walk round the pitch. Not a bit of it tonight, it might not have been a big crowd but most folk stayed to watch Paul and Lewis walk round the pitch and that says a lot.

In their interview with Hibs TV they both said what a great club Hibs is if you just give the fans something to cheer about. Everybody at the club should be made to sit and watch that interview on Monday morning because that's exactly right. If the folk running this club can get it performing there actually will be 15,000 or more in the ground for the last game of the season applauding the team round the pitch and not the 6000 or whatever it was tonight, most of whom only stayed because of Hanlon and Stevenson ..... and nothing else.

[shamo9]

Okay, sentimentality aside for one second...

Hanlon has another year in him and it's a mistake to let him go. No one can convince me otherwise.

[Jones28]

SDG’s post game comments were interesting, and very much suggested it was Montgomerys decision to let them both go and a new manager could well decide otherwise.

[Since90+2]

Two great professionals and both seem like absolute gentleman.

I'm sure they'll go on to be successful outside football too when they call that it a day.

[JimBHibees]

I don’t know the details of their ‘retirement’ but maybe they both realised that game time for them with Hibs next season, might be thin on the ground and welcomed the opportunity to see out their playing careers as actively and fully on the pitch as possible with another club.

Suppose it could change however clearly they will have discussed alternative options and will possibly have committed to another team and they seem like the sort of guys who will keep their word.

[JimBHibees]

2 of the best professionals we could’ve ever hoped to represent the club.

Never in the headlines acting up, never bothered their arse with social media.

2 incredibly humble men who care about 2 things. Their families and their club.

I didn’t cry when we lifted the cup but there was tears in my eyes watching them walk around the pitch with their loved ones tonight.

Thank you Paul, Thank you Lewis. We’ll never see your likes again.

Great post yes was emotional seeing them walking round with Sunshine on leith being sung.

[Blaster]

Okay, sentimentality aside for one second...

Hanlon has another year in him and it's a mistake to let him go. No one can convince me otherwise.

I agree. I’d hope that he’d be our 3rd choice because we sign two starters but I also think he could do a job for another season.

[weecounty hibby]

NZers say that good people make good All Blacks. Well those two have proven that good people make good Hibbies as well. I couldn't make it last night but I have been pretty emotional this morning watching the videos, in particular their after match interview. Two humble, down to earth guys living all of our dreams, picked up trophies as Hibs players and have given everything for the club. Paul in particular could easily stay another year with us

[Broken Gnome]

Was terrified Lewis was going to be sent off after that early booking...

That was a great moment around the time of the substitution - perfectly timed after Paul's tackle and the impromptu standing ovation that got. He's as good a footballing centre half as we've had in 20 odd years, and we'll miss him.

No one has any time for the Daily Record obviously, but nice touch that both got 10 in the match ratings.

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[THESHIP]

If it was up to me, both would still be at the club next season. It’s hardly surprising that in a season where both have rarely played together, the defence has been nothing short of abysmal. All good things must come to an end at some point but I definitely think they still have at least another season in them.

They proved their worth last night by solidifying the defence and helping us keep a clean sheet. As John McGinn says, they are underrated and under appreciated and you don’t know what you’ve got till it’s gone!

LEGENDS 💚

[Ronniekirk]

Got my Hibs Mojo back last night Think will now go to Livingston game and let’s take a big support for thier last ever game for the Hibees 💚💜

[Brightside]

An absolute sin that so many couldn’t be arsed going last night. 2 proper Hibs heroes deserved so much more.

[jeffers]

An absolute sin that so many couldn’t be arsed going last night. 2 proper Hibs heroes deserved so much more.

Best game of the season for me last night. Was so glad I was there. The vitriol that’s been directed at both players over the years is an utter disgrace. We were lucky to have them.

[GreenGray]

What I’m wondering after last night is whose decision is it to let them leave?

Presumably Montgomery wanted them gone, but he’s not here now. Who at the club is standing by the decision?

Personally think it’s a mistake letting Hanlon go.


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[Jones28]

I havent shed a tear over a player leaving since Gary O'connor left for Loco Moscow in 2006 when I was 12.

I still think theres a real chance they might stay under different management.

[Garymcl]

I for one will be at Livi on Sunday (was always going )but would encourage as many Hibbys to get there to give both these legends a brilliant send off if it’s to be there last game in a green jersey :flag:

[Paul1642]

Got my Hibs Mojo back last night Think will now go to Livingston game and let’s take a big support for thier last ever game for the Hibees 💚💜

Amazing what one game can do. I have a feeling there will be a few people there last night who will have changed their mind and will renew their season ticket. I only watched in TV but last night felt good.

[FastEddieFelson]

Best game of the season for me last night. Was so glad I was there. The vitriol that’s been directed at both players over the years is an utter disgrace. We were lucky to have them.

last night really was the highlight of the season

[blackpoolhibs]

Sat watching the game last night with Boltonhibs, who's never been either players biggest fan, and even he shed a tear at the end when David Gray made that double substitution. :boo hoo:

[BoltonHibee]

Sat watching the game last night with Boltonhibs, who's never been either players biggest fan, and even he shed a tear at the end when David Gray made that double substitution. :boo hoo:

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[Ronniekirk]

Amazing what one game can do. I have a feeling there will be a few people there last night who will have changed their mind and will renew their season ticket. I only watched in TV but last night felt good.
Only my third game this year But I drove through myself from Paisley as these two deserved people to be there showing thier appreciation
I heard Lewis beeing interviewed after the game saying he had been worried thst with the way things were there would hardly be any fans there

[jacomo]

Maybe they won't. SDG gave a hint that a new manager may want to have a rethink. For me I think Lewis is at best a squad player and the years have eventually caught up. Paul has at least a couple of years left imo and was excellent tonight.
This is from BBC and what SDG said about the two legends. - "[Their future] is 100% up to the new manager. The players have shown tonight they are more than capable of playing at this level but that is not a question for me to answer."


It will be if we give SDG the job on a permanent basis. I see no reason not to.

[heretoday]

I wish I had been there.
It's good to recognise servants of the club.
They have both seen incredible highs and lows in their time with Hibs - as indeed we all have.
When I stood with my father along the terrace wall in 1963 I thought I was in heaven.
I have had occasion to rein back on that in recent years but looking at men like Hanlon and Stevenson restores that faith.

[NAE NOOKIE]

Best game of the season for me last night. Was so glad I was there. The vitriol that’s been directed at both players over the years is an utter disgrace. We were lucky to have them.

I would say that any criticism over the years was over their ability, not their attitude. Hanlon could be bullied and Stevenson was limited going forward, especially in his latter years.

But I can honestly say that in 49 years as a match going Hibs fan I have never and never will see a more committed or more courageous player than Lewis Stevenson. In 600 games never shirked a tackle, 50/50, 70/30 all the same to Lewis ... heart of a bloody lion.

[Aldo]

Watched the All access clip with a tear in my eye.

Two very humble professional football players who see it as an honour to play for the club.

Thank you both for the memories.

[hibee]

An absolute sin that so many couldn’t be arsed going last night. 2 proper Hibs heroes deserved so much more.

I enjoyed the game without them, it was great to hear everyone behind the team encouraging them without hearing people booing or criticising every pass.

Lewis made reference to it a few times in his interviews so I guess all the players are aware that when the fans are on their side it’s much easier to play well rather than being a bag of nerves that you’ll be next for the abuse if you misplace a pass.

[21.05.2016]

Emotional night saying farewell to two guys who have given absolutely everything for the club the last 20 years. Model professionals and two thoroughly decent guys.

Thanks for the memories boys. The scenes from Hanlons equaliser at Tinpot will live with me forever and led to the greatest day ever.

[HendoDelivered]

So very touching when they were getting subbed, all the players ran over and hugged them, made me feel emotional actually. Rarely see moments like that in football. A true “you had to be there” moment that will live with me forever I think.

[HendoDelivered]

Good interview from Lewy on the Hibs Observer:

Lewis Stevenson spoke to the media after Hibs' 3-0 win over Motherwell - his 600th and final appearance for the club at Easter Road. Here's everything he had to say...

So, was there no chance of you taking the penalty?

“(Laughs) Nah, I didn’t want to take it. Maybe if it was the last minute and we were still 3-0 up, I might’ve taken it. But we wanted to win the game and that was a good start to get."

It can't be an easy question to answer, but how did that feel tonight?

“The boys were saying it honestly felt like a movie with the fog! It felt really nice. I didn’t really know what to expect after the last 48 hours, it’s been pretty mental at the club. I was a bit worried it was just going to peter out to nothing, but the boys put on a performance – not just for us, for everyone, because we all needed it. The appreciation we got at the end, the support… thank you to the fans, they’ve been through everything with us, it was an emotional night."

READ MORE: What David Gray said after Hibs bounce back from Dons rout

Those were some special scenes at the end...

“It was nice. There’s boys who have been here a while and that shows a glimpse of how special this club can be. Me and Paul spoke after the game and said: ‘Listen, that can galvanise people, galvanise the club.’ Hopefully, things start going in the right direction because if people get a glimpse of that slight bit of success at this club, it’s a special place to play football. The fans want something to cheer about, and if we can do that on the pitch it’s a special place to be."

Could those scenes be an eye-opener for the new guys?

“Totally. The last few years have been a rollercoaster and I feel really bad because there’s boys in that changing room that give everything for this club. The staff are unbelievable, on and off the field, they put everything into this club and things just haven’t clicked. We’ve been unlucky at times and made a lot of excuses, but it’s an amazing club and fanbase. Believe me, I do think it’s going in the right direction, it feels like a massive club, it’s just the performances on the pitch that aren’t quite getting there. I’m sure we’ll get it right at some point. Me and Paul might not be here, but we’ll be the biggest supporters and we want this club to do well."

Despite the recent struggles, is this still a great job for any manager?

“It’s an amazing job. I was speaking to someone and saying it’s tough because the fans expect a way of playing. In Scotland, the last 20 years the team that has finished third, it’s probably not been pretty football, it’s attritional and knowing how to win games, counter-attack. Sometimes you need to watch games and grind results out, because in this league it genuinely seems to be the way to get success. When you do that, you can build up. Dave knows this league really well. He’s played in it, managed in it a few times, and he’s got a decent record when he’s been manager. He put on a rousing, emotional speech today and the boys gave everything. We’ll see what happens."

What was Dave's speech like?

“It was nice. He spoke about me and Paul, and that’s probably the closest I was to tearing up! It was nice, he’s got that in his locker. He’s done it when he’s been manager before. It’s a mark of the man that he comes in and does such a professional job, he’s been chucked under the bus at times. It’s tough for him but I do wish him very well with whatever the club decides to do."

Would it be wrong to overlook him when considering a new manager?

“I don’t think they will do that. He’s shown it day in, day out. With all the managers he’s worked underneath, he’s probably learned things from every single one of them. I do think he’s going to be a manager if he keeps getting these small chances, but at some point someone has to give him a job somewhere. It’s only been one game this time, but I know he’s going to be a great manager."

The managers who have succeeded here recently all had experience of the Scottish game - is that a coincidence?

"The club does try different things and sometimes there’s an expectation here to try and play nice football, attacking free-flowing football. It’s hard in this league, at times. Generally, the team that finishes third is hard to beat, takes their chances, doesn’t make mistakes. There maybe needs to be a bit of give from the fans, as well, that if they want success then sometimes that’s what they need to expect."

Will it be weird going back into training as normal in the morning after a night like this?

“Aye, it’s a strange one. I’m just thankful Dave let me play tonight. To be fair, even with the old manager that was going to be the plan, so I appreciate there was a bit of sentiment still in football. Jordan is unbelievable and I hold my hands up to him. It’s a difficult place to play and he’s been one of the shining lights. I’ve no complaints and I totally understand the club’s position – I’m 36 and they need to move on at some point. I can probably say this now: I think with Paul it’s a big mistake. He’s shown the last few games how good he can be. A left centre-half is very hard to come by, and he’s still playing as well as he’s ever done. Anyone watching that game, any potential suitors, he’s going to be getting a few offers next season."

Is he still a Premiership centre-back?

“100 per cent. Outside the Old Firm – and obviously he’s not going to go to Hearts – there’ll be plenty teams looking at him."

Could a fresh challenge put a spring in his step?

“He’s maybe playing with nothing to lose. But even the Aberdeen game there, we got beat 4-0 and I still think he was the best player on the pitch. Maybe I’m being biased – he’s my old pal and I’ve played a lot of games with him – but he’s still got a lot to offer, and I’m sure somebody’s going to get a good left centre-half, which are hard to come by."

[Glory Lurker]

Is Lewis still into decent music? I mind him getting slagged early in his career for his choice of tunes.

[Bridge hibs]

I watched a good story about Stevenson on youtube yesterday, Gavin Ritoo talks to him in Kirkaldy outside the house where he was brought up and where he had his kick abouts etc, really good watch and I cant believe I hadnt seen it (might have been recent) I also didnt know Stevenson was at St Johnstone and hibs nabbed him from there 🤔

[PatHead]

I see Lewis has signed for Raith. All the best (except if you are playing Hibs)

[JimBHibees]

I watched a good story about Stevenson on youtube yesterday, Gavin Ritoo talks to him in Kirkaldy outside the house where he was brought up and where he had his kick abouts etc, really good watch and I cant believe I hadnt seen it (might have been recent) I also didnt know Stevenson was at St Johnstone and hibs nabbed him from there 🤔

Yes enjoyed that. Do remember he came from Saints