Jordan Smith

[EVENTUALLY]

He'll never have an easier day than he did today.

[MacGruber]

He'll never have an easier day than he did today.

True, but what he had to do he done well. Very solid with ball at feet and good distribution throughout. Good handling for the shots that were straight at him. Nothing spilled and very sharp off his line couple times - especially beating Wilson to the through ball with the headed clearance. Looked confident and assured. I'd slaughtered him after the first Aberdeen game but he's been solid since. Humble pie time again for me. Season for eating anyway

[Iain G]

True, but what he had to do he done well. Very solid with ball at feet and good distribution throughout. Good handling for the shots that were straight at him. Nothing spilled and very sharp off his line couple times - especially beating Wilson to the through ball with the headed clearance. Looked confident and assured. I'd slaughtered him after the first Aberdeen game but he's been solid since. Humble pie time again for me. Season for eating anyway

Looking like a good bit of work from David Marshall to get him onboard 😁

[Ozyhibby]

He'll never have an easier day than he did today.

He’s been solid which is all you need from a back up goalie. I expect a goalie will be arriving early in the window and Bursic going back to his club.


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[Pretty Boy]

Could whoever got his gloves today confirm what brand they are? As a glove geek it's been bothering me for ages.

[Unseen work]

No wonder we’ve improved since he came in.

He's not flash but he’s pretty solid and seems a calming presence

Was stunned at how good his distribution was at times, there was a throw and a clipped ball to Cadden into their half on a six pence

Seems to be loving it, chuffed for him

[Hibby70]

Could whoever got his gloves today confirm what brand they are? As a glove geek it's been bothering me for ages.

He could have worn Primark Winter Woolie Mittens for all the saves he needed to make today.

[Bridge hibs]

Could whoever got his gloves today confirm what brand they are? As a glove geek it's been bothering me for ages.

GluPro ?

28380 28381

[Broken Gnome]

Two months ago most of this board would've had nightmares at the thought of Bursic or Smith at Tynecastle. Seemed an accident destined to happen.

Not a hint of a goalkeeping issue today. Well done Jordan.

[TrinityHFC]

Could whoever got his gloves today confirm what brand they are? As a glove geek it's been bothering me for ages.

He wears GluPro.

[Pretty Boy]

Cheers guys. Curiosity satisfied.

[Cabbage-Patch]

He's been superb last 3-4 games and given Gray a conundrum now. I have no doubt a keeper is on the radar in January but do we go out and sign a new number 1 and terminate Bursiks loan or do we get a short term option in (another loan?) And wait until summer to sign a new permanent number 1?

[Northernhibee]

We definitely need another goalie in January as Bursik is so poor - but whoever comes in will need to be patient and earn the gloves. Wouldn’t be taking them off Smith just now.

[He's here!]

Two months ago most of this board would've had nightmares at the thought of Bursic or Smith at Tynecastle. Seemed an accident destined to happen.

Not a hint of a goalkeeping issue today. Well done Jordan.

That sums up how solid he's looked since he came into the team (bar the early wobble at home to Aberdeen). It can be underestimated how big a part a keeper plays when it comes to inspiring confidence among his team-mates.

Prior to him getting the nod the general consensus on here seemed to be that he was 'even worse than Bursic' without any real evidence to back that up. I like the look of him. Keepers don't need to be flashy, just reliable and it would seem unjust if he were to make way for a new keeper in January.

[IanM]

Shout out to the big man.. brimming with Confidence. His handling superb as well as his distribution.. we need someone in to challenge him but just a big well done Smithy

[Since452]

Not sure we need another keeper. Smith has been fine.

[Dashing Bob S]

Not sure we need another keeper. Smith has been fine.

Agreed. Definitely come onto a game. Has looked solid and safe in recent games.

[LaMotta]

I love him. Fills me full of confidence, looks to get on with rest of the team, really vocal, good handling, English Championship experience with a huge club.

[B.H.F.C]

Thought he got a wee bit lucky at the sending off yesterday. Was a weak effort that he parried in to a dangerous area. Six weeks ago Armstrong would have tapped that in rather than ending up sent off.

Still think he’s been a big improvement on Bursik. Still need to see over a longer period before we know if capable of being number one longer term for me.

[Unseen work]

Thought he got a wee bit lucky at the sending off yesterday. Was a weak effort that he parried in to a dangerous area. Six weeks ago Armstrong would have tapped that in rather than ending up sent off.

Still think he’s been a big improvement on Bursik. Still need to see over a longer period before we know if capable of being number one longer term for me.

Better than Bursik parrying it into our net 🤣

I actually thought Iredale seemed to take an age to clear it and thought he was going to let Armstrong in

[dp00]

His distribution is really good with his hands and feet and it makes a difference to keeping the tempo up


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[Paulie Walnuts]

Not sure we need another keeper. Smith has been fine.

We still need someone even if it’s a back up to Smith. Bursik can’t play for us again.

[Donegal Hibby]

We still need someone even if it’s a back up to Smith. Bursik can’t play for us again.

Best for all parties I think if Bursik goes back and as to a keeper we should be trying to take in one that’s better than we have .. actually hoping on Clark signing tbh .

[hibsbollah]

Just looking at his stats this morning; second best save percentage in the league, he’s saving 75% of his shots over his 7 league games (only behind Schmeichel who has a ridiculous 93% and noones getting near that).

Just for comparison, Jack Butland has 66%, Craig Gordon has 65%, and even Mitov at Aberdeen who was talked about only has 69%. Bursik near the worst with 59%.

Since he’s come in after the Dundee debacle he’s doing exceptionally well, tough fixtures too (Sheep twice Celtc and hearts away). Smaller sample size than the other keepers of course but you cant start much better than that.

[Heisenberg]

We still need someone even if it’s a back up to Smith. Bursik can’t play for us again.

100% agree. Bursik is done, he was a bag of nerves before being dropped so coming back in he’d be even worse. Definitely need another option and send him back from his loan.

[JimBHibees]

Just looking at his stats this morning; second best save percentage in the league, he’s saving 75% of his shots over his 7 league games (only behind Schmeichel who has a ridiculous 93% and noones getting near that).

Just for comparison, Jack Butland has 66%, Craig Gordon has 65%, and even Mitov at Aberdeen who was talked about only has 69%. Bursik near the worst with 59%.

Since he’s come in after the Dundee debacle he’s doing exceptionally well, tough fixtures too (Sheep twice Celtc and hearts away). Smaller sample size than the other keepers of course but you cant start much better than that.

Think he has been excellent recently

[Northernhibee]

Think he has been excellent recently

Yep, he’s first choice keeper for me. For the rest of the season he keeps the gloves as long as he’s turning in performances like he’s had.

[BILLYHIBS]

All we ask for is a safe pair of hands and he has been safe since Aberdeen home

Keeps the gloves

[Smartie]

Just looking at his stats this morning; second best save percentage in the league, he’s saving 75% of his shots over his 7 league games (only behind Schmeichel who has a ridiculous 93% and noones getting near that).

Just for comparison, Jack Butland has 66%, Craig Gordon has 65%, and even Mitov at Aberdeen who was talked about only has 69%. Bursik near the worst with 59%.

Since he’s come in after the Dundee debacle he’s doing exceptionally well, tough fixtures too (Sheep twice Celtc and hearts away). Smaller sample size than the other keepers of course but you cant start much better than that.

Even to the subjective eye I think he’s looked the part.

Confidence has grown as he’s settled into the role.

We always want competition for places but on current form he absolutely does not need replaced.

[cameronw-hfc]

Just looking at his stats this morning; second best save percentage in the league, he’s saving 75% of his shots over his 7 league games (only behind Schmeichel who has a ridiculous 93% and noones getting near that).

Just for comparison, Jack Butland has 66%, Craig Gordon has 65%, and even Mitov at Aberdeen who was talked about only has 69%. Bursik near the worst with 59%.

Since he’s come in after the Dundee debacle he’s doing exceptionally well, tough fixtures too (Sheep twice Celtc and hearts away). Smaller sample size than the other keepers of course but you cant start much better than that.



He still doesn't fill me with confidence YET, although if we sign a new keeper Jordan should keep the spot until he loses it via performances, he's earned that right.

I wonder if he's actually a half decent keeper that for various reasons just hasn't had the opportunities to show it over his career as he's well liked and rated at Forrest. Was shaky at the start and probably the reason I'm still a bit unsure, but since Aberdeen he's been excellent for us.

Even improved at crosses recently by coming and collecting a few and staying where he is when he can't. Seems to be a good talker also.

[Onion]

Think he's done an excellent job, considering his dodgy start (Dons 3-3) and has made the No 1 jersey his own. I'm really hoping Hibs find a top notch keeper in January, but Smith can take pride in his role in steadying a really Ricky ship.

[JohnM1875]

I'm fine with him continuing in goals going forward, said as much the other week. I don't know how to explain it without sounding daft, but I do feel slightly less convinced after the Killie game, even though he kept a clean sheet. He kinda spilled an easy shot or two and did one absolutely bizarre throw out that almost lost possession.

Going to put that down to the conditions though!

[Northernhibee]

I'm fine with him continuing in goals going forward, said as much the other week. I don't know how to explain it without sounding daft, but I do feel slightly less convinced after the Killie game, even though he kept a clean sheet. He kinda spilled an easy shot or two and did one absolutely bizarre throw out that almost lost possession.

Going to put that down to the conditions though!

Could easily have been nerves - sell out crowd, managing a narrow lead in difficult conditions.

The more he plays in those environments, the better he’ll become.

[coldingham hibs]

A couple of superb saves today that probably got us a point. I’ve been really impressed with him since the Aberdeen game, his distribution is very good & he appears to have a great attitude. Don’t think he had any chance with the goals today.

[hibsbollah]

A couple of superb saves today that probably got us a point. I’ve been really impressed with him since the Aberdeen game, his distribution is very good & he appears to have a great attitude. Don’t think he had any chance with the goals today.

I thought he was excellent. Some incredible distribution over 60-70 metres to feet too. Someone told me Faddy said on tv that a better keeper would have saved the 2nd? Didnt look like that to me…

[tonyrougier123]

I like this goalie, steady enough. Love the route one distribution, although showed today he can mix it up.

[Pretty Boy]

Kept us in it today. Had 2 very good saves at 2-0 and another couple in the 2nd half.

No way was he to blame for the 2nd goal as was suggested by the pundits. It was a great header that was always swinging away from him.

Still a position we need to address because we simply can't go back to Bursik in the case of injury. The difference a competent goalkeeper is making us huge.

[LaMotta]

As each week passes I like him more and more.

[Allant1981]

Another good game from him today, I didn't think he had a chance with any of the goals, crap defending for all of them

[Ozyhibby]

Kept us in it today. Had 2 very good saves at 2-0 and another couple in the 2nd half.

No way was he to blame for the 2nd goal as was suggested by the pundits. It was a great header that was always swinging away from him.

Still a position we need to address because we simply can't go back to Bursik in the case of injury. The difference a competent goalkeeper is making us huge.

I wouldn’t say to blame for 2nd goal but I do feel he could have done better with it. I do like his kicking game.
Still think we need better in this window.


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[Nicho87]

His long balls to Boyle were fantastic

[Brightside]

He’s a totally fine keeper. No need to replace him.

[JohnM1875]

He’s our number one for the season and he’s actually a good keeper. More than happy with him. Some save down to his left in the second half.

[A Hi-Bee]

He done good again today.

[Irish_Steve]

Good to see a goalie not afraid to go route one, sometimes it's just what you need.

Some cracking saves today, definitely keep us in the game.

Mind you, he nearly stuffed up as he went to pick the ball up for a goal kick as der Hun were about to take a corner

[H18 SFR]

Good to see a goalie not afraid to go route one, sometimes it's just what you need.

Some cracking saves today, definitely keep us in the game.

Mind you, he nearly stuffed up as he went to pick the ball up for a goal kick as der Hun were about to take a corner

Beaton clearly initially signalled for the goal kick in fairness to the GK.

[HIBS NUTS]

He’s been good , but we need two decent keepers not one.

[bingo70]

Kept us in it today. Had 2 very good saves at 2-0 and another couple in the 2nd half.

No way was he to blame for the 2nd goal as was suggested by the pundits. It was a great header that was always swinging away from him.

Still a position we need to address because we simply can't go back to Bursik in the case of injury. The difference a competent goalkeeper is making us huge.

Genuinely interested in your thoughts on this PB as i know you take an interest in the position, do you not think there’s an argument he went with the wrong hand?

I thought at the game he had no chance, I was surprised the pundits were blaming him, when it’s slowed down though, i can see what they mean.

[yerauldda]

A good goalie and clearly a well liked member of the team.

[Helensburghhibs]

Turning our to be a really solid goalie and now not a priority imo.

[JimBHibees]

As each week passes I like him more and more.

Agree really like him

[Pretty Boy]

Genuinely interested in your thoughts on this PB as i know you take an interest in the position, do you not think there’s an argument he went with the wrong hand?

I thought at the game he had no chance, I was surprised the pundits were blaming him, when it’s slowed down though, i can see what they mean.

I thought with the height on the ball the top hand was the right hand to go with.

It's one that he might like back again but that's purely because like any keeper he will be his own worst critic. It's not one I would say he is at fault for, if he keeps it out then it's a top, top save.

[LaMotta]

Agree really like him

One thing is for sure that he is streets ahead of Bursik.

[1875M]

Solid at this level. Clearly took a game or two to get used to things. Hasn’t played first team football in a while before Hibs. Re-assess in the summer and bring in someone to challenge him but he’s done nothing wrong and clearly liked by the players which is important

[He's here!]

Solid at this level. Clearly took a game or two to get used to things. Hasn’t played first team football in a while before Hibs. Re-assess in the summer and bring in someone to challenge him but he’s done nothing wrong and clearly liked by the players which is important

They obviously trust him. You didn't get that sense with Bursik. The team feels more together with him in it.

[Ribs1875]

He's stood up to it. I'd be comfortable with keeping him for the duration of the season.

[Cat Stanton]

Did better today. But he still gives me the fear, especially all the crosses he won't come for.

[JohnM1875]

Did better today. But he still gives me the fear, especially all the crosses he won't come for.

Think that'll be an instruction more than anything else.

Think he's a good keeper and I'm happy for him. He looked so lost after conceding the third against Aberdeen in the 3-3 game. Thought that would be it for him. But he's (rightly) kept his place and keeps making important saves.

[Unseen work]

I like him.

Couple of decent saves

Good distribution too.

Think he should do better with the second goal though, he’s a good hand to it

[He's here!]

Did better today. But he still gives me the fear, especially all the crosses he won't come for.

Craig Gordon barely leaves his line. Ever. Yet he's deemed a top keeper.

[JohnM1875]

I like him.

Couple of decent saves

Good distribution too.

Think he should do better with the second goal though, he’s a good hand to it

Aye? From where I was sitting in the west upper it looked like he did well to even get a hand on it. Will need to watch the highlights when out.

[Libby Hibby]

Good keeper.

Has to be something in the pipeline for Clark to leave Hertz, not saying he’s coming to us, after not making the bench today.

[dp00]

Think we could spend our money on other positions that need it more , he is a decent keeper at this level


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[NAE NOOKIE]

He's beginning to look like a solid keeper, his distribution is excellent and he's got it in him to make some decent saves, as he did today getting down smartly to at least two goal bound shots.

As for the second Sevco goal .... it was poor defending both to let their player cross unchallenged and then to allow the header. At first I thought he had pulled off a superb save ... he might think he should have done better, but IMO he did well just to get a hand to it .... I haven't seen a replay of it, but that was my impression from the FF upper.

[Greenbeard]

Think we could spend our money on other positions that need it more , he is a decent keeper at this level


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After today there's few would argue with that.

[Pretty Boy]

Did better today. But he still gives me the fear, especially all the crosses he won't come for.

I'm delighted he's stopped coming for crosses. He was all over the place when he was coming for them. Much better now he is playing the percentages.

It never done someone like Shay Given any harm or even Andy Goram who became far less inclined to leave his line as he gained experience and was all the better for it.

(I'm not putting Smith on their level btw but good keepers have stayed on their line down the years and still been more than competent).

[LaMotta]

I'm delighted he's stopped coming for crosses. He was all over the place when he was coming for them. Much better now he is playing the percentages.

It never done someone like Shay Given any harm or even Andy Goram who became far less inclined to leave his line as he gained experience and was all the better for it.

(I'm not putting Smith on their level btw but good keepers have stayed on their line down the years and still been more than competent).

:agree: There is plenty of youtube footage of Goram being utterly pathetic at crosses in his time at Hibs and Rangers. Read somewhere that Richard Gough eventually told him to just stay on his line at Rangers and he improved greatly after that overall.

[linlithgowhibbie]

Beaton clearly initially signalled for the goal kick in fairness to the GK.

So did the lino so I'm baffled as to why it was changed to a corner,

[Tambo]

Has played very well in the past few games, don't think many or any of the goals since Aberdeen he can be at fault.

Has been showing Bursik how to be a goalie and save the ball.

[BroxburnHibee]

Think we could spend our money on other positions that need it more , he is a decent keeper at this level


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I agree with that but he needs backup. Bursik is never gonna do it.

[snedzuk]

So did the lino so I'm baffled as to why it was changed to a corner,

It was against Rangers.

[Pretty Boy]

I agree with that but he needs backup. Bursik is never gonna do it.

We have to remember Bursik is only on loan as well. Boruc is out of contract in the summer, Murray Johnson is currently warming the bench at a terrible Airdrie side and Freddie Owens is on loan in the Lowland League.

We definitely need a goalkeeper, whether that be in the next 3 weeks or in the summer. Smith has the gloves for now and deservedly so but a decent bit competition next season is good for everyone and right now we don't have that.

[Donegal Hibby]

Just after watching some highlights and thought Smith made a couple of good saves today to his credit .. his shot save stats must be quite good …

Their goal he got a hand too , I’ve heard it said a few times that he should have done better with it though I’m not so sure about that .. anyone think he should have ? .

[hibsbollah]

Just after watching some highlights and thought Smith made a couple of good saves today to his credit .. his shot save stats must be quite good .

I posted them previously; hes 2nd in the league with 75.7% save rate behind Schmeicel. That will have dropped very slightly after todays 6 saves from 9 shots on target. The Dundee Utd boy is slightly behind him in 3rd, also playing very well. Very impressive numbers.

[Unseen work]

Aye? From where I was sitting in the west upper it looked like he did well to even get a hand on it. Will need to watch the highlights when out.

Yeah was quite central seeing it back.

More annoyed at miller allowing the ball to come in the box so easily, and the centre halves for not picking up Igamane though!

[Donegal Hibby]

I posted them previously; hes 2nd in the league with 75.7% save rate behind Schmeicel. That will have dropped very slightly after todays 6 saves from 9 shots on target. The Dundee Utd boy is slightly behind him in 3rd, also playing very well. Very impressive numbers.

Thanks mate .. yeah certainly is impressive . I thought the one he got down low to after one of our players failed to clear it was very good .

[ballengeich]

Just after watching some highlights and thought Smith made a couple of good saves today to his credit .. his shot save stats must be quite good …

Their goal he got a hand too , I’ve heard it said a few times that he should have done better with it though I’m not so sure about that .. anyone think he should have ? .
Whether he could have done better or not the main fault lay with the defenders who didn't stop the cross and left the scorer with a free header.

[MacGruber]

Thanks mate .. yeah certainly is impressive . I thought the one he got down low to after one of our players failed to clear it was very good .

It was an outstanding stop and a bit brushed over - think more praise would have come to a.n. other goalie with a reputation

[Donegal Hibby]

It was an outstanding stop and a bit brushed over - think more praise would have come to a.n. other goalie with a reputation

Some save in fairness . He’s one of three players that we signed that’s really surprised me in being a lot better than I thought they were going to be. Deserves a lot of credit does Smith since coming into the team .

[MacGruber]

Some save in fairness . He’s one of three players that we signed that’s really surprised me in being a lot better than I thought they were going to be. Deserves a lot of credit does Smith since coming into the team .

He really does, especially with the start he made in the first Aberdeen game, couple of errors there. Great turnaround from him, another with character. Has been solid since with some big saves thrown in. Very good distribution aswell and clears with right and left. Has brought a confidence to the defence.

[He's here!]

:agree: There is plenty of youtube footage of Goram being utterly pathetic at crosses in his time at Hibs and Rangers. Read somewhere that Richard Gough eventually told him to just stay on his line at Rangers and he improved greatly after that overall.

If you can show me footage of Goram being regularly pathetic with crosses at Hibs I'll be surprised. He was only 5ft 10in but his all-round game was superb and his consistency was remarkable. Best keeper we've ever had.

[LaMotta]

If you can show me footage of Goram being regularly pathetic with crosses at Hibs I'll be surprised. He was only 5ft 10in but his all-round game was superb and his consistency was remarkable. Best keeper we've ever had.

Just a few examples here off the top of ma heed from a time when games weren't on the telly every week:

Steve Archibald Tynie game - fumbles cross for late Hearts consolation at 5:20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n6IOWOeELY

4-1 defeat to Hearts at ER - Gary Mackay goal at 2:25
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=hibs+hearts+1991

2-1 Defeat St Johnstone in the cup - costs us a goal at 1:35

https://x.com/TheHibsAreHere/status/1482006582137434112?t=B4aCc5Kwf1btW38vhu2L4A&s=19

And one for Rangers against us for good measure - Kevin Harper winner for us at 14:15
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiQWgc7iL9E

Another one later in his Huns career v Dun Utd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6sb8vcw1C0

Little focus on these types of mistakes at the time, but these days they'd be well remembered with social media. He was magnificent, but it just proves you don't have to be great at coming for crosses to be a good goalkeeper.

[Cat Stanton]

Just after watching some highlights and thought Smith made a couple of good saves today to his credit .. his shot save stats must be quite good …

Their goal he got a hand too , I’ve heard it said a few times that he should have done better with it though I’m not so sure about that .. anyone think he should have ? .

Header was going to his left, but he tried to stop it with his right hand for some reason. Didn't think it looked great at the time, and having just seen highlights on Sportscene, it still doesn't look great.

Obviously also utterly shambolic defending.

[The Hibee Harp]

Header was going to his left, but he tried to stop it with his right hand for some reason. Didn't think it looked great at the time, and having just seen highlights on Sportscene, it still doesn't look great.

Obviously also utterly shambolic defending.

Yep, thought at the time he went with the wrong hand.

[O'Rourke3]

A taller keeper might have got a better touch but there's not a lot more he could have done. I don't think he could have reached the ball standing(left hand) so he did the best he could.
Since he's come in he's making some unspectacular but very decent saves. Nothing is going through him which was a regular occurance with Bursic.

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[Northernhibee]

He’s passed his audition to be #1 keeper for the rest of the season - hopefully he takes the remaining sixteen games as an audition to keep the gloves into next season.

He’s been excellent so far - I wouldn’t be shocked if we see him as first choice going forward.

[He's here!]

Just a few examples here off the top of ma heed from a time when games weren't on the telly every week:

Steve Archibald Tynie game - fumbles cross for late Hearts consolation at 5:20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n6IOWOeELY

4-1 defeat to Hearts at ER - Gary Mackay goal at 2:25
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=hibs+hearts+1991

2-1 Defeat St Johnstone in the cup - costs us a goal at 1:35

https://x.com/TheHibsAreHere/status/1482006582137434112?t=B4aCc5Kwf1btW38vhu2L4A&s=19

And one for Rangers against us for good measure - Kevin Harper winner for us at 14:15
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiQWgc7iL9E

Another one later in his Huns career v Dun Utd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6sb8vcw1C0

Little focus on these types of mistakes at the time, but these days they'd be well remembered with social media. He was magnificent, but it just proves you don't have to be great at coming for crosses to be a good goalkeeper.

Your memory's better than mine! Those clips do remind me that he often used to opt for punching the ball away which is always a risk.

What I would say is that even by the late 80s mini highlights of all the top flight games were being shown so if Goram and crosses was a frequent issue it would have commanded more attention, but I just don't recall it being hearts in the mouth time every time a ball came into our box. And that was at a time when I was probably going to almost every game.

Same as every keeper tho, one mistake can be more damaging than, say, a striker passing up a couple of chances. My memory of the Archie game at Tynie was of him being otherwise rock solid as we played most of the match with 10 men.

What an eejit Houchen was in that cup game!

[Hibernian Verse]

I posted them previously; hes 2nd in the league with 75.7% save rate behind Schmeicel. That will have dropped very slightly after todays 6 saves from 9 shots on target. The Dundee Utd boy is slightly behind him in 3rd, also playing very well. Very impressive numbers.

73.9% now.

He's a good keeper for our level and his distribution is excellent. How he was behind Bursik for so long only SDG can answer.

[B.H.F.C]

He’s passed his audition to be #1 keeper for the rest of the season - hopefully he takes the remaining sixteen games as an audition to keep the gloves into next season.

He’s been excellent so far - I wouldn’t be shocked if we see him as first choice going forward.

I’m at a point where I’m not concerned by having him in goals. At the same time, my feeling is that he’s the short term answer and we will still be looking to bring in a number one. That may be for the summer though. We do need to make sure we don’t find ourselves in the position of having to put Bursik back in at any point this season though.

[He's here!]

73.9% now.

He's a good keeper for our level and his distribution is excellent. How he was behind Bursik for so long only SDG can answer.

There seemed to be a commonly held view on here that he was 'even worse' than Bursik without many having actually seen him play.

I guess confidence may have been an issue for him when you look at his career trajectory. His many years at Forest indicate he was highly rated but he seemed to fall off the radar subsequently.

Hibs well and truly revived Jim Leighton's career after his confidence fell off a cliff and it's good to see Smith enjoying his football with us.

[hibsbollah]

73.9% now.

He's a good keeper for our level and his distribution is excellent. How he was behind Bursik for so long only SDG can answer.

More likely Craig Samson; although Gray will have watched him too he would probably have deferred to Samson’s advice on who was performing best in training.

[500miles]

73.9% now.

He's a good keeper for our level and his distribution is excellent. How he was behind Bursik for so long only SDG can answer.

I wouldn't be surprised if Bursik is better in training. His problem appears to be focus and Smith is glued to his line in a way that will be evident when working on set pieces and crossing in training.

[Bushwoof]

Thought he was superb yesterday - as much to thank as anyone for getting us a point. I suppose we need to see that over a longer period, but if that's his standard then we don't need to look for a new #1. I don't think Zander Clark is any better.

[04Sauzee]

73.9% now.

He's a good keeper for our level and his distribution is excellent. How he was behind Bursik for so long only SDG can answer.

73.9 Vs Bursic 59.2 that's some difference.

I'm surprised to see the Motherwell gk's stats so high as every time I have seen him he looks dreadful.

[Oranje39]

I think Smiths distribution is excellent and has made a number of good stops that some of our previous goalkeepers would have let in. I was sceptical after the first Aberdeen game but glad to say he's proved me wrong.

[Dashing Bob S]

Smith (and Busheri) are no longer the main issues for us. We still need more creativity, drive and leadership in midfield. Gray is well aware of this, that’s why he wanted to break the bank for McCowan.

[Se7enUp]

Just a few examples here off the top of ma heed from a time when games weren't on the telly every week:

Steve Archibald Tynie game - fumbles cross for late Hearts consolation at 5:20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n6IOWOeELY

4-1 defeat to Hearts at ER - Gary Mackay goal at 2:25
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=hibs+hearts+1991

2-1 Defeat St Johnstone in the cup - costs us a goal at 1:35

https://x.com/TheHibsAreHere/status/1482006582137434112?t=B4aCc5Kwf1btW38vhu2L4A&s=19

And one for Rangers against us for good measure - Kevin Harper winner for us at 14:15
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiQWgc7iL9E

Another one later in his Huns career v Dun Utd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6sb8vcw1C0

Little focus on these types of mistakes at the time, but these days they'd be well remembered with social media. He was magnificent, but it just proves you don't have to be great at coming for crosses to be a good goalkeeper.

Pretty sure he also made a mess of the goal when we beat them in the league cup semi on our wat to 🏆

[Shrekko]

Just a few examples here off the top of ma heed from a time when games weren't on the telly every week:

Steve Archibald Tynie game - fumbles cross for late Hearts consolation at 5:20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3n6IOWOeELY

4-1 defeat to Hearts at ER - Gary Mackay goal at 2:25
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=hibs+hearts+1991

2-1 Defeat St Johnstone in the cup - costs us a goal at 1:35

https://x.com/TheHibsAreHere/status/1482006582137434112?t=B4aCc5Kwf1btW38vhu2L4A&s=19

And one for Rangers against us for good measure - Kevin Harper winner for us at 14:15
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiQWgc7iL9E

Another one later in his Huns career v Dun Utd
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6sb8vcw1C0

Little focus on these types of mistakes at the time, but these days they'd be well remembered with social media. He was magnificent, but it just proves you don't have to be great at coming for crosses to be a good goalkeeper.

Good shout here - Goram made numerous gaffes at Hibs and many were to do with poor handling of crosses. For some reason they seem to have been airbrushed from the minds of many of our fans. I think it became less of an issue at Rangers as he had such great protection from his centre half’s.

Don’t get me wrong - he did have stunningly good games for us and was generally really good but I do not remember Jim Leighton having nearly as many blunders for us as Andy had.

I think a lot of people judge him on his later career away from Hibs and assume he was better than he was here.

[Iain G]

Good shout here - Goram made numerous gaffes at Hibs and many were to do with poor handling of crosses. For some reason they seem to have been airbrushed from the minds of many of our fans. I think it became less of an issue at Rangers as he had such great protection from his centre half’s.

Don’t get me wrong - he did have stunningly good games for us and was generally really good but I do not remember Jim Leighton having nearly as many blunders for us as Andy had.

I think a lot of people judge him on his later career away from Hibs and assume he was better than he was here.

He was very very good for us though and that shouldn't be forgotten either, and that's why we got £1m for him.

[Shrekko]

He was very very good for us though and that shouldn't be forgotten either, and that's why we got £1m for him.

Yeah he was generally excellent - no doubt about it.

[marinello59]

Pretty sure he also made a mess of the goal when we beat them in the league cup semi on our wat to 🏆

He did. After we won the cup he said to Ally McCoist that if he had stayed at Hibs he would have had a winners medal. Who replied if you had stayed at Hibs the rest of would have had a winners medal. :greengrin

[marinello59]

After seeing him at Kelty I didn't think he would make many starts for us. Happy to have been proved wrong, he's made some vital saves during this run including the two at Aberdeen.

[allezsauzee]

Good shout here - Goram made numerous gaffes at Hibs and many were to do with poor handling of crosses. For some reason they seem to have been airbrushed from the minds of many of our fans. I think it became less of an issue at Rangers as he had such great protection from his centre half’s.

Don’t get me wrong - he did have stunningly good games for us and was generally really good but I do not remember Jim Leighton having nearly as many blunders for us as Andy had.

I think a lot of people judge him on his later career away from Hibs and assume he was better than he was here.

I think in not remembering Jim Leighton's mistakes you might be doing your own airbrushing. I would say handling crosses was a weaker point for both keepers but I don't think either were particularly bad, just not as brilliant as they were at shot stopping. Both were magnificent servants for us but what tips it in favour of Goram for me was that he could make saves that you genuinely would not believe were possible.

[LaMotta]

Your memory's better than mine! Those clips do remind me that he often used to opt for punching the ball away which is always a risk.

What I would say is that even by the late 80s mini highlights of all the top flight games were being shown so if Goram and crosses was a frequent issue it would have commanded more attention, but I just don't recall it being hearts in the mouth time every time a ball came into our box. And that was at a time when I was probably going to almost every game.

Same as every keeper tho, one mistake can be more damaging than, say, a striker passing up a couple of chances. My memory of the Archie game at Tynie was of him being otherwise rock solid as we played most of the match with 10 men.

What an eejit Houchen was in that cup game!

I could be wrong but I think that may have ended Houchen's career with us??

[LaMotta]

Good shout here - Goram made numerous gaffes at Hibs and many were to do with poor handling of crosses. For some reason they seem to have been airbrushed from the minds of many of our fans. I think it became less of an issue at Rangers as he had such great protection from his centre half’s.

Don’t get me wrong - he did have stunningly good games for us and was generally really good but I do not remember Jim Leighton having nearly as many blunders for us as Andy had.

I think a lot of people judge him on his later career away from Hibs and assume he was better than he was here.


He was very very good for us though and that shouldn't be forgotten either, and that's why we got £1m for him.

Agree with both these posts:agree::agree:

[LaMotta]

I think in not remembering Jim Leighton's mistakes you might be doing your own airbrushing. I would say handling crosses was a weaker point for both keepers but I don't think either were particularly bad, just not as brilliant as they were at shot stopping. Both were magnificent servants for us but what tips it in favour of Goram for me was that he could make saves that you genuinely would not believe were possible.

Leighton did have few howlers too - i think more so with some woeful clearances that cost us goals. There was a derby when he had a nightmare and handed Hearts a goal like that at Easter Road. Again an excellent keeper for us overall.

Whilst he was well liked, I think Marciano got a tough time from some fans after some mistakes, but for me he was up there with Goram and Leighton. I really like what I've seen of Smith so far. Not saying he's at those levels but he's been really competent and is at a good age for a keeper (30) where he will continue to improve.

[He's here!]

I think in not remembering Jim Leighton's mistakes you might be doing your own airbrushing. I would say handling crosses was a weaker point for both keepers but I don't think either were particularly bad, just not as brilliant as they were at shot stopping. Both were magnificent servants for us but what tips it in favour of Goram for me was that he could make saves that you genuinely would not believe were possible.

The introduction of the passback rule in the early 90s was a problem for Leighton who was uneasy with the ball at his feet. Goram was the more comfortable footballer. He also kicked extremely well ball to hand, getting great distance, and scored a goal that way IIRC. Both were terrific shot stoppers with Leighton excelling in penalty shoot-outs.

[He's here!]

I could be wrong but I think that may have ended Houchen's career with us??

My memory is that in a later game he was getting stick and gave the Hibs fans the finger.

[Chorley Hibee]

My memory is that in a later game he was getting stick and gave the Hibs fans the finger.

Raith Rovers away in a League Cup tie (which we lost).

[He's here!]

Good shout here - Goram made numerous gaffes at Hibs and many were to do with poor handling of crosses. For some reason they seem to have been airbrushed from the minds of many of our fans. I think it became less of an issue at Rangers as he had such great protection from his centre half’s.

Don’t get me wrong - he did have stunningly good games for us and was generally really good but I do not remember Jim Leighton having nearly as many blunders for us as Andy had.

I think a lot of people judge him on his later career away from Hibs and assume he was better than he was here.

Both Goram and Leighton played in Hibs sides of fluctuating quality but the keeper who was arguably even more important to us was Roughie. He played in pretty awful Hibs teams throughout his years at ER and basically kept us clear of relegation.

[Liam89]

Yep, thought at the time he went with the wrong hand.

Someone who's played in goals might have a better opinion than me but I'm sure I've seen this debate before.

Isn't it trained in keepers that the most efficient way to dive is opposite hand first?

[hibsbollah]

Someone who's played in goals might have a better opinion than me but I'm sure I've seen this debate before.

Isn't it trained in keepers that the most efficient way to dive is opposite hand first?

The higher the shot is going, the more advantageous it is to switch to your top hand (or opposite hand as you call it). Thats because the top hand starts from a lower point and the apex of where you make the save is higher, giving you better reach and there will be more power. Obviously with a shot away and to your left down low you'd always want to go with your bottom (left)hand because its hanging down there anyway! With a shot away to your left but higher, say at chest or neck area, it becomes a judgement call whether you switch to top (right) hand, and coaches will tell you (and probably disagree!) at what point you switch. With a shot above your head, top hand saves almost always give you more reach. Top hand saves are also harder to do.

I've watched the 2nd goal at the weekend a couple of times and personally I think Smith did everything right, it was just a perfectly placed header. Others will disagree!

[HIBS NUTS]

The higher the shot is going, the more advantageous it is to switch to your top hand (or opposite hand as you call it). Thats because the top hand starts from a lower point and the apex of where you make the save is higher, giving you better reach and there will be more power. Obviously with a shot away and to your left down low you'd always want to go with your bottom (left)hand because its hanging down there anyway! With a shot away to your left but higher, say at chest or neck area, it becomes a judgement call whether you switch to top hand, and coaches will tell you (and probably disagree!) at what point you switch. With a shot above your head, top hand saves almost always give you more reach. Top hand saves are also harder to do.

I've watched the 2nd goal at the weekend a couple of times and personally I think Smith did everything right, it was just a perfectly placed header. Others will disagree!
Smith done fine, it was the horrendous defending that was at fault for that goal, especially millers lack of closing down.

[truehibernian]

I thought he had an excellent match, positioning spot on, very good saves at vital points in the game, distribution good, good communication between him and the defence. He’s come on leaps and bounds. The header had power and accuracy - taller keeper may have got a hand to it, but I wouldn’t fault him for their 2nd. The faults lay with Miller allowing them the freedom of Leith and our centre halves not getting tight and day dreaming first 20 minutes.

[Pretty Boy]

The higher the shot is going, the more advantageous it is to switch to your top hand (or opposite hand as you call it). Thats because the top hand starts from a lower point and the apex of where you make the save is higher, giving you better reach and there will be more power. Obviously with a shot away and to your left down low you'd always want to go with your bottom (left)hand because its hanging down there anyway! With a shot away to your left but higher, say at chest or neck area, it becomes a judgement call whether you switch to top (right) hand, and coaches will tell you (and probably disagree!) at what point you switch. With a shot above your head, top hand saves almost always give you more reach. Top hand saves are also harder to do.

I've watched the 2nd goal at the weekend a couple of times and personally I think Smith did everything right, it was just a perfectly placed header. Others will disagree!

I agree, he's in a position to get a dive away and the header is just too good. Maybe a really top level keeper saves it but it's a save people would talk about. The video below at 2.04 features a save from David De Gea that was voted save of the season and it really is top class. The ball in that clip looks somewhat closer to De Gea than what the header on Sunday was to Smith:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UY1DJTWr2k

[hibsbollah]

I agree, he's in a position to get a dive away and the header is just too good. Maybe a really top level keeper saves it but it's a save people would talk about. The video below at 2.04 features a save from David De Gea that was voted save of the season and it really is top class. The ball in that clip looks somewhat closer to De Gea than what the header on Sunday was to Smith:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UY1DJTWr2k

:agree: You can almost see him realising his bottom hand wouldn’t do the job and so changes his mind, reactions in that timeframe just ridiculous.

[Jones28]

I might just be making this up but his distribution looks to have really come on. His throwing and kicking seems to be pretty accurate and the improvised throw-in over the head of the Rangers player to Iredale/Cadden on Sunday showed a real desire to get things moving from the back.

I like Smith, his redemption arc has been really good to watch and he's making multiple solid saves in most games. It would be a shame for him if he was replaced in January, I'd like to see him keep the gloves until the end of the season at least.

[HIBS NUTS]

I might just be making this up but his distribution looks to have really come on. His throwing and kicking seems to be pretty accurate and the improvised throw-in over the head of the Rangers player to Iredale/Cadden on Sunday showed a real desire to get things moving from the back.

I like Smith, his redemption arc has been really good to watch and he's making multiple solid saves in most games. It would be a shame for him if he was replaced in January, I'd like to see him keep the gloves until the end of the season at least.
Like most players, if he keeps performing well he keeps the gloves, if he starts making mistakes, he’s replaced.
Unfortunately there is currently, no competent replacement at the club.
So we need another goalkeeper.
Murray Johnstone is back, but I suspect he will go back out on loan.

[HIBS NUTS]

His distribution has been really good.👍

[overdrive]

I might just be making this up but his distribution looks to have really come on. His throwing and kicking seems to be pretty accurate and the improvised throw-in over the head of the Rangers player to Iredale/Cadden on Sunday showed a real desire to get things moving from the back.

I like Smith, his redemption arc has been really good to watch and he's making multiple solid saves in most games. It would be a shame for him if he was replaced in January, I'd like to see him keep the gloves until the end of the season at least.

I thought the same at the weekend. He was struggling to kick the ball past the half way line in his first few games.

[Paulie Walnuts]

I agree, he's in a position to get a dive away and the header is just too good. Maybe a really top level keeper saves it but it's a save people would talk about. The video below at 2.04 features a save from David De Gea that was voted save of the season and it really is top class. The ball in that clip looks somewhat closer to De Gea than what the header on Sunday was to Smith:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UY1DJTWr2k

Said the same at the time. Don’t think it’s out of the question that some goalkeepers could save it, but it’s definitely not a mistake for me.

[Jones28]

Like most players, if he keeps performing well he keeps the gloves, if he starts making mistakes, he’s replaced.
Unfortunately there is currently, no competent replacement at the club.
So we need another goalkeeper.
Murray Johnstone is back, but I suspect he will go back out on loan.

I don't disagree at all, we need a competent back up, Bursic is not the answer.

My point was that Smith is looking more assured with each game and I don't think he looks like he will start chucking them in for no reason.

I think it would be harsh on Smith at this point in time to sign a number 1 and relegate him back to the bench.

[hibsbollah]

Just looking at the first few pages of this thread, my word :tumble:

A salutary lesson in how quickly things can change and players can surprise you.

[LaMotta]

Jordan Clifford Smith must be in with a shout of an England call up soon. Superglue gloves.

[HIBERNIAN-0762]

An excellent performance today, well done Jordan 👍👌💚

[Bob Box Fish]

Fair play to him , got his chance and took it

[B.H.F.C]

Thought that was his best game for us today. Not much in the way of saves but his handling and decision making was superb.

[04Sauzee]

Thought that was his best game for us today. Not much in the way of saves but his handling and decision making was superb.

First half I thought he was hesitant coming off his like and collecting the ball and making the defenders put it out for a corner. The taking out the air at the corner at the end was fantastic though.

[LaMotta]

First half I thought he was hesitant coming off his like and collecting the ball and making the defenders put it out for a corner. The taking out the air at the corner at the end was fantastic though.

He def was once you are right, but I'm sure it was only once. Happiest I've been with a Hibs goalie in years.

[Forza Fred]

He has most certainly made a difference since he came in.

[ChicoM1875]

Just looking at the first few pages of this thread, my word :tumble:

A salutary lesson in how quickly things can change and players can surprise you.

Aye, a few bell ends on here like. Written off after 1 game. Not given a chance. Somebody called Del Boy said he was the worst Hibs keeper EVER (yes, block capitals used). After a game. I like him.

[Ribs1875]

He seems to be a good short term option, and may even prove he could be a long term option.

[Pretty Boy]

I thought he was weirdly hesitant a couple of times in the first half today which hasn't been a feature of his game at all.

Very good in the 2nd half though. A great take from the corner at the end to relieve a bit of pressure.

[Jones28]

I can see why some want to sign a new goalkeeper but let’s not pretend he hasn’t been integral to this run we’ve been on.

Very happy to see him keep the gloves.

My only criticism today would be his distribution, usually it’s pretty good.

[Unseen work]

I wonder if he’s a really good communicator, organiser etc as the defence just seem so much calmer and better organised since he’s came in

Change of shape would have helped too and Iredale coming in

But he seems to have a calm presence

[Pretty Boy]

I wonder if he’s a really good communicator, organiser etc as the defence just seem so much calmer and better organised since he’s came in

Change of shape would have helped too and Iredale coming in

But he seems to have a calm presence

He seems a confident guy.

I always remember Alex Ferguson saying of his decision to change keeper for the FA Cup final replay that 'Les Sealey wasn't anywhere near as good a goalkeeper as Jim Leighton but he thought he was and that's what we needed'.

Confidence is everything for a keeper and Smith is just making consistently good decisions right now because he's sure in himself. When keepers lose confidence they start making bad decisions and that means mistakes.

[WhileTheChief..]

Aye, a few bell ends on here like. Written off after 1 game. Not given a chance. Somebody called Del Boy said he was the worst Hibs keeper EVER (yes, block capitals used). After a game. I like him.

Nah.The criticism at the time was well justified, as is the praise he gets now.

If anything, it shows that negative vibes on here can have a hugely positive impact on players' performances.

Rocky first, now Smith. Who's next?? :greengrin

[Allant1981]

One bad game which ironically set us on this cracking run of results but has looked a good addition since, still not sure why some are shouting for a new keeper this window, smith has shown that he is more than capable

[Allant1981]

Nah.The criticism at the time was well justified, as is the praise he gets now.

If anything, it shows that negative vibes on here can have a hugely positive impact on players' performances.

Rocky first, now Smith. Who's next?? :greengrin

He was no where near as bad as some on here were making out

[Since452]

Smith is fine.

[tamig]

I can see why some want to sign a new goalkeeper but let’s not pretend he hasn’t been integral to this run we’ve been on.

Very happy to see him keep the gloves.

My only criticism today would be his distribution, usually it’s pretty good.

He had a couple of wayward kicks today but other than that I thought his distribution was really good.

[hibsbollah]

Nah.The criticism at the time was well justified, as is the praise he gets now.

If anything, it shows that negative vibes on here can have a hugely positive impact on players' performances.

Rocky first, now Smith. Who's next?? :greengrin

Since Rocky came back into the team, hes had something like 8 and a half games of good or very good mistake-free performances out of 13, so overwhelmingly good. Smith is near the top of the save percentage table and an eye test says his distribution and decision making is good too.

Theyre both just good players.

[WhileTheChief..]

Since Rocky came back into the team, hes had something like 8 and a half games of good or very good mistake-free performances out of 13, so overwhelmingly good. Smith is near the top of the save percentage table and an eye test says his distribution and decision making is good too.

Theyre both just good players.

Agreed. But it would have been hard to make that argument a few months ago.

Same for most of the team and SDG really. Things have been tremendous recently, but we were really crap back when a lot of the criticism was flying around.

In October / November I couldn't see any way back for us and thought we'd finish bottom 2. Now I think we'll finish top 4.

[hibsbollah]

Agreed. But it would have been hard to make that argument a few months ago.

Same for most of the team and SDG really. Things have been tremendous recently, but we were really crap back when a lot of the criticism was flying around.

In October / November I couldn't see any way back for us and thought we'd finish bottom 2. Now I think we'll finish top 4.

Yeah, its mad. Id be a filthy liar if i said i saw this unbeaten run coming. This team has proper character about it.

[LEaston87]

Hes the best keeper we’ve had since Marciano and Bogdan. Much better than Marshall was at Hibs

[Carheenlea]

In the 13 games he’s played since his taking over the No 1 shirt he’s conceded 15 times.

It feels like it should be less than that with our excellent run, but there is no doubt he’s turning out to be pretty dependable: Dealt with cross balls and deliveries comfortably this afternoon, and having a defence in front of you that looks more robust certainly helps with confidence. I guess you can say the same for the defence with having confidence in their keeper, so works both ways.

[1875Sean]

Hes the best keeper we’ve had since Marciano and Bogdan. Much better than Marshall was at Hibs

Calm down

[JohnM1875]

I like him and he's made the number one spot his on merit. He makes saves and that's all I want from my keeper.

Could have come for a few balls into the box today though. I quite like his ****housery as well.

[Nicho87]

Good distribution generally today his kicking wasn’t as strong

However his punch for the cross second half was good and generally what you want as goalie

No thrills. He has convinced gray he doesn’t need to prioritise a goalie this window

Well done smith

[LaMotta]

Calm down

Don't think he needs to calm down, I think he's bang on.

[Glory Lurker]

As much part of our upturn as anyone else. Not a position we need to be looking at.

[TrinityHFC]

Don't think he needs to calm down, I think he's bang on.

I think given what we’ve had since he’s right.

[LEaston87]

Calm down

Whos been a better Hibs goalkeeper since? He has his weaknesses but still much improved over Marshall and Macey

[LaMotta]

I think given what we’ve had since he’s right.


Whos been a better Hibs goalkeeper since? He has his weaknesses but still much improved over Marshall and Macey

:agree::agree:

[hibsbollah]

Hes the best keeper we’ve had since Marciano and Bogdan. Much better than Marshall was at Hibs

Agree.

[Donegal Hibby]

Smudge has done very well since coming into the team .

[Northernhibee]

Credit to the much aligned Craig Samson too, he’s got his #1 goalie on top form.

[whiskas]

After his first game I feared for the worst. Shown remarkable mental resiliency to make the jersey his own and show his ability. A steady Eddie and today it was like his gloves had velcro on them, handling was impeccable and he dealt well with a really awkward corner in the 1st half.

[Glory Lurker]

Loved his "C'mon the Hibees!" on the post-match social clip. We're building a belief.

[DickieDastardly]

Smith can do the basics well, which Bursik definitely couldn’t.
Not sure we’ll see many world class/spectacular saves from him, but the defence look a lot more settled since he took over the gloves and at the moment that is good enough for me.

[JohnM1875]

Smith can do the basics well, which Bursik definitely couldn’t.
Not sure we’ll see many world class/spectacular saves from him, but the defence look a lot more settled since he took over the gloves and at the moment that is good enough for me.

I actually think he's made a few really good saves the past few weeks. The saves in question have been after deflections as well, which makes them better for me.

I do think we'll try for a new number 1 in the summer, but I have to admit, I'd be happy if we go into nxt season with Smith in goal.

He must easily have one of the best save percentages in the league?

[Shrekko]

Humble pie from me on Smith - he is 100% the best we’ve had since Rocky.

A wee bit glued to his line at times but has a lot of really good qualities and been a really steadying influence.

[SHODAN]

Smith is fine, nothing special, which will absolutely do me just fine after Bursik. Reminds me of Oxley.

[JohnM1875]

Humble pie from me on Smith - he is 100% the best we’ve had since Rocky.

A wee bit glued to his line at times but has a lot of really good qualities and been a really steadying influence.

Surely humble pie for 99% of us though? He looked shaky in the league cup game then had almost as bad of a league debut as you could hope for!

Love the fact that he's shown a big set of balls to move on from that though and actually be a class keeper. We'd be so ****ed if he turned out to be **** as well.

[beensaidbefore]

I can see him being something like Nick Colgan. A Mr Reliable. We've had some honking keepers here over the years and he's shown to be a hell of a lot better than the majority. Shaky start but he's proven a lot of us wrong already. I think we should stick with him.

[hibsbollah]

I actually think he's made a few really good saves the past few weeks. The saves in question have been after deflections as well, which makes them better for me.

I do think we'll try for a new number 1 in the summer, but I have to admit, I'd be happy if we go into nxt season with Smith in goal.

He must easily have one of the best save percentages in the league?

2nd best in the league, 74.5% only behind Schmeicel who is way ahead of everyone.

[Hibs4185]

Smith and Rocky coming into the team have been the difference from the disappointing start. Imagine where we’d be without the Bursic howlers.

Kicking was a bit iffy yesterday but I’ll take that all day long compared to where we were.

[LaMotta]

His mum Carol is on X thanking Hibs fans fans for support of him and saying how much he loves it at Hibs. Tremendous stuff.

[worcesterhibby]

His mum Carol is on X thanking Hibs fans fans for support of him and saying how much he loves it at Hibs. Tremendous stuff.

lovely to hear that :thumbsup:

[The Spaceman]

I like him - he's solid enough and doesn't give me palpatations when the ball heads into our box which is a big upgrade from Bursik.

He has stepped in during a really difficult time/under a real spotlight and has stepped up. Is he going to be bailing us out week-after-week like Craig Gordon has for Hearts over the years? Unlikely, but you can tell our defenders look a lot more confident with Smith between the sticks. At the very worst, he is a good No.2 in the medium-term I reckon.

[Glass half full]

After his first league game, he looked like a keeper that hadn't played. I hoped he could get us through to January.

With a run of games, he's better than I first thought. His distribution can be quick and accurate which is helping us counter.

He's taken his chance - as have a few others! - and I think he deserves to keep the gloves for the remainder of the season then we get in some competition for him in the summer.

[Donegal Hibby]

Like the guy ….

https://x.com/HibernianFC/status/1885788210841985525?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcam p%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Etweet

[hibsbollah]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

[JimBHibees]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

Refuse to believe Preston has any friends never mind Hibs supporting ones 😁 has clearly made that up

[Allant1981]

I like him - he's solid enough and doesn't give me palpatations when the ball heads into our box which is a big upgrade from Bursik.

He has stepped in during a really difficult time/under a real spotlight and has stepped up. Is he going to be bailing us out week-after-week like Craig Gordon has for Hearts over the years? Unlikely, but you can tell our defenders look a lot more confident with Smith between the sticks. At the very worst, he is a good No.2 in the medium-term I reckon.

He is showing he is a decent number 1 imo

[Unseen work]

His mum Carol is on X thanking Hibs fans fans for support of him and saying how much he loves it at Hibs. Tremendous stuff.

Was about to post similar.

Her comments are brilliant

[CallumLaidlaw]

Was about to post similar.

Her comments are brilliant

Yep very wholesome and lovely to see.


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[Aldo]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

Still chucking them in [emoji1787][emoji1787] aye nae worries Preston.

Nothing like a good old negative comment about the Hibs from the Heartsound love in crew.

[expresso]

His goal kicks have got longer too for some reason?

[Eyrie]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

Particularly since it was Obita at fault for turning sideways rather than staying square.

[SHODAN]

Yep very wholesome and lovely to see.


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[CentreLine]

He is showing he is a decent number 1 imo

While Preston can be a bit of a number two 🤔

[Hibiza]

His goal kicks have got longer too for some reason?

Porridge ? 😀

[Allant1981]

While Preston can be a bit of a number two 🤔

😀😀

[overdrive]

He seemed to be limping at FT. Hope it’s nothing serious.

[sleeping giant]

Happy with him for main keeper.
He must be absolutely chuffed with how the move worked out for him.
Delighted for the guy.

[tamig]

Smith is fine, nothing special, which will absolutely do me just fine after Bursik. Reminds me of Oxley.

He’s not really anything like Mark Oxley. Oxley found it difficult to make routine saves and any shots on target. Smith is far more reliable than Oxley ever was.

[Ozyhibby]

Still have my reservations but it’s unlikely a new keeper is coming in on Monday so we have to hope his form continues and he doesn’t get injured.


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[Ozyhibby]

He’s not really anything like Mark Oxley. Oxley found it difficult to make routine saves and any shots on target. Smith is far more reliable than Oxley ever was.

He is a much better keeper than Oxley. Everything went through Oxley.


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[Bostonhibby]

Happy to see the guy performing a helluva lot better than I expected. He has the gloves on merit.

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[Paul1642]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

We’ve averaged 0.8 goals conceded per game over the last 10 games and 1.1 conceded per game over the 13 games since he came into the team, which includes 6 conceded to the old firm.

Chucking them in right enough.

[Pretty Boy]

Still have my reservations but it’s unlikely a new keeper is coming in on Monday so we have to hope his form continues and he doesn’t get injured.


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I'm more than happy with Smith but it's what is on the bench that worries me. We are a pulled hamstring or a broken finger away from bringing in a guy who looked destroyed by the time he was dropped. Probably a risk we are willing to take at this stage I suppose.

We definitely need a keeper in the summer though. No slight on Smith but our contracted options are him, Johnson and Owens. Based on that I can't see how anyone can argue we don't need to sign a goalie. It has to be someone coming in to compete for the gloves as well otherwise you'd be as well just risking one of the young lads. We made that mistake this summer; signed a stop gap and a career back up and stuck with it until it became madness not to. We got a wee bit serendipity with Smith performing the way he has and good on him but we need that competition going forward.

I always say Marciano played his best football for us when he had Bogdan breathing down his neck. Competition is good for all positions and a good goalkeeper should be on the shopping list for the summer.

[LaMotta]

Was about to post similar.

Her comments are brilliant


Yep very wholesome and lovely to see.


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This is just one of many 😀
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[hibsbollah]

This is just one of many 😀
28498

Wow, wholesome nice content on twitter.
Wonders will never cease :greengrin

[LaMotta]

Wow, wholesome nice content on twitter.
Wonders will never cease :greengrin

:hilarious

[A Hi-Bee]

Could see how much it means to him at the end of the game going round, giving it up them.

[stu in nottingham]

It's interesting looking back at some of the early judgements on Jordan Smith - many of them after just one game after he hadn't played in a long time.

I guess I had the advantage of seeing him play for Forest quite a few times. I always felt he was a very decent goalie and I'm happy for him that he hasn't let the damning criticism stop him from really coming onto a game with Hibs. A good character too, more power to him.

[The_Exile]

He seems solid enough now and thankfully not a position I feel we need to worry about strengthening any time soon, not often we say that about our goalies! We do need depth though, we've got a good enough 12 or 13 players in the squad but could do with some solid competition throughout the team.

[Paul1642]

It's interesting looking back at some of the early judgements on Jordan Smith - many of them after just one game after he hadn't played in a long time.

I guess I had the advantage of seeing him play for Forest quite a few times. I always felt he was a very decent goalie and I'm happy for him that he hasn't let the damning criticism stop him from really coming onto a game with Hibs. A good character too, more power to him.

I was wrong about him based on his career so far and one appearance vs Kelty.

Just like I was wrong on Nicky Cadden and Iredale. I’m starting to think I just need to stop judging signings before they get a run in the team. We don’t need a superstar as a keeper to do well. Safe hands who the defence have confidence in are more than enough and we have that in Smith.

[Bostonhibby]

It's interesting looking back at some of the early judgements on Jordan Smith - many of them after just one game after he hadn't played in a long time.

I guess I had the advantage of seeing him play for Forest quite a few times. I always felt he was a very decent goalie and I'm happy for him that he hasn't let the damning criticism stop him from really coming onto a game with Hibs. A good character too, more power to him.Funny isn't it, my good friend's a forest ST holder and he wasn't very complimentary!

I'm delighted for Jordan, we really needed a keeper to step up.

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[stu in nottingham]

Funny isn't it, my good friend's a forest ST holder and he wasn't very complimentary!

I'm delighted for Jordan, we really needed a keeper to step up.

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Ah well, football is a game of opinions, that's Forest supporters for you! Seriously, my mates who are Forest supporters generally thought he was decent and a little bit unlucky. In fact he has a little group of people here now who are checking in on his progress with me!

I do think that Hibs also need another new keeper who can challenge for the gloves. They are Jordan's to lose though. He's done very little wrong and a heck of a lot right since that shaky initial game.

[stu in nottingham]

I was wrong about him based on his career so far and one appearance vs Kelty.

Just like I was wrong on Nicky Cadden and Iredale. I’m starting to think I just need to stop judging signings before they get a run in the team. We don’t need a superstar as a keeper to do well. Safe hands who the defence have confidence in are more than enough and we have that in Smith.

I totally agree with you. I like goalies who just stop the ones they are supposed to.

[1875M]

Give me a steady Eddie, 7/10 every week kind of goalkeeper who makes saves he’s supposed to make over someone who’s a 2/10 one week then 10/10 the next. We still need another quality keeper in, if Smith gets injured, we’re goosed. I would say MJ but his performances haven’t filled anyone with coincidence recently apparently at Airdrie.

[cubehindthegoal]

Ah well, football is a game of opinions, that's Forest supporters for you! Seriously, my mates who are Forest supporters generally thought he was decent and a little bit unlucky. In fact he has a little group of people here now who are checking in on his progress with me!

I do think that Hibs also need another new keeper who can challenge for the gloves. They are Jordan's to lose though. He's done very little wrong and a heck of a lot right since that shaky initial game.

Happy for him to be one of two goalies competing for the gloves next season … but the other goalie we don’t have yet, and I do hope he is even better, as I want us to improve all positions. But happy for Smith to be the other one challenging, and good luck to him, deserves the chance next season I think.

[jakedance]

It’s been a long time since we’ve had a top class keeper who wins us points. We’ve had a few decent keepers but I’d argue the case as far back as Leighton. Smith has been solid but it’s still an area where I’d like to sign better.

[Cooshed Kid]

I think Roughie may be a free agent.

[Viva_Palmeiras]

When the other commentator was trying to credit Smith for the uptick in our fortunes, Alan Preston said ‘hes still chucking them in, ive got lots of mates who are hibs fans and they have no confidence in him’ and referenced his mistake setting up the wall a few weeks back.

Quality analysis as usual.

was that aberdeen game or previous - if the former he’s been punting this narrative consistently.

all we can do is make the stats and performances sufficient to ram down the throats of these Jambo-oriented twunts.

[hibsbollah]

was that aberdeen game or previous - if the former he’s been punting this narrative consistently.

all we can do is make the stats and performances sufficient to ram down the throats of these Jambo-oriented twunts.

I dunno why but he was doing co commentary on the ross county game,or maybe he just got the comment in during open all mics. I believe he’s yogis cousin and he probably does have hibs mates. Hopefully they make fun of him behind his back, hide the keys to his rover, stuff like that.

[yerauldda]

I really like him. Gives the back line confidence and that’s all you can ask for from a keeper at our level. The stick for the free kick v Well the other week was OTT.

[GreenNWhiteArmy]

Another top performance. At least 3 top saves

[Paul1642]

Another top performance. At least 3 top saves

Posted it in the Mach thread, but I think that was our first clean consecutive clean sheets since September 2023.

Sounds like he saved it at the end :)

[Northernhibee]

Love the guy.

[HendoDelivered]

If only we had him in goal from the start of the season!

[jakeshibs]

Fantastic this evening
:flag:

[cammy1969]

Is it not time we put to bed the myth we need a no1 smith mad been 7.5/10 every week after his really bad game when he 1st came in


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[Musselbound]

Very solid tonight and 2 or 3 big saves. Let's hope he can stay fit for the rest of the season.

[Paulie Walnuts]

Has done excellently since he came in, especially after a bit of a horror show against Aberdeen to turn it around has shown a lot of character. Massive, massive improvement from Bursik :agree:

[Unseen work]

Two absolutely brilliant saves today

All round really good performance and came up trumps when we needed him

[ehf]

Excellent tonight - really like him.

[AFKA5814_Hibs]

If only we had him in goal from the start of the season!

We'd be third. Burisk cost us so many points. Smith has been brilliant since he's came into the team (apart from that one goal v Aberdeen).

[scoopyboy]

Plucked from League 2 in England and has barely played a game in 5 YEARS!

I think that gives us a fair insight into his ability.

Whoever is responsible for Bursik and him should be out of a job.

Changed your mind about Smith?😂😂😂

[Silky]

Changed your mind about Smith?😂😂😂

That was a belter of a take. Must be in line for post of the year, surely!

[sleeping giant]

Really chuffed for him.

[hibsbollah]

Has done excellently since he came in, especially after a bit of a horror show against Aberdeen to turn it around has shown a lot of character. Massive, massive improvement from Bursik :agree:

Youve managed to throw 2 negative points in there, hes played 12 games since Aberdeen and Bursik is history. Try and enjoy it.

[TrinityHFC]

That was a belter of a take. Must be in line for post of the year, surely!

The sort of post that’s just dictated by disliking people at the club and trying to reinforce it at any opportunity.

Almost always worth taking a step back and seeing how things go over a longer period.

[superfurryhibby]

Best keeper at Hibs since Marciano, by a long distance. He’s been a good signing.

[Donegal Hibby]

Some of his saves tonight were excellent . In a good way the biggest surprise this season.

[GreenCastle]

Getting better every week.

What a guy - keep up the good work.

[JJP]

Some brilliant saves tonight. Very impressed.

[BILLYHIBS]

Played very well tonight his positioning was spot on barely had to move for some saves but lost count of the number of times he kicked the ball out of the park

Is our number one even if the BK’s bring in a supergoalie the gloves are his

[Not In The Know]

He’s a bit wonky, but not really done anything to warrant being worse than any keeper we’ve had in a few years. Crack on Smudge. 👍

[worcesterhibby]

Played very well tonight his positioning was spot on barely had to move for some saves but lost count of the number of times he kicked the ball out of the park

Is our number one even if the BK’s bring in a supergoalie the gloves are his

i watched every minute, I think it was once he kicked the ball straight out.

[Baader]

Looking pretty solid now. Dealt with what he faced well tonight. Must be loving it here now. Amazing what a bit confidence does to anyone playing sport.

[BILLYHIBS]

i watched every minute, I think it was once he kicked the ball straight out.

Once is one too many at our level 😂

[Onceinawhile]

That was a belter of a take. Must be in line for post of the year, surely!

My post further back is even worse tbf.

Glad to be wrong. Good game the day. Never really looked troubled.

[SaulGoodman]

Every goalie that’s ever existed has kicked the ball out of play at some point. They’re not robots.

[wookie70]

MOTM for me tonight. What came his way he dealt with really well and he looks really assured and confident between the sticks

[Pretty Boy]

He clearly loves it here. Was just about in with the crowd at FT. His mum loves us too. We're not such a bad lot really (even allowing for the wild takes by idiots like me early on in his Hibs career).

[HarpOnHibee]

Been a solid pair of hands for us overall with his only real bad game being his first. More than happy for him to maintain his place between the posts on the form he's in.

[LaMotta]

Best keeper at Hibs since Marciano, by a long distance. He’s been a good signing.

:agree:

I'd be thinking about getting his contract extended. Only a year left at the end of the season.

[IanM]

Jordan’s mum (Carol) already becoming a hibs mum on Twitter.. we need to sign her as well

[Iain G]

Youve managed to throw 2 negative points in there, hes played 12 games since Aberdeen and Bursik is history. Try and enjoy it.

Some posters just can't seem to enjoy being a Hibs supporter 🤷🏻

[Cooshed Kid]

He's performing really well now. I thought he was maybe too small but he's proved a safe pair of hands, banking a lot of credit for the inevitable day when he has a moment he would like to forget. Well done, mate. Keep it up.

[Northernhibee]

:agree:

I'd be thinking about getting his contract extended. Only a year left at the end of the season.

Even if we were to go out and find a new Marciano/Bogdan, he’d be a really excellent backup. No brainer to extend.

[JimBHibees]

Excellent tonight - really like him.

Me too getting better each week and clearly loves being here. Another very good character to have about the place

[Carheenlea]

Another very good performance and he looked to be enjoying himself hugely on the pitch as acknowledged the support at the end.

Despite the way the game was playing out at no point did I have that sense of foreboding that would certainly have been evident earlier in season and I felt confident confident we’d get the win, even if we had to go to extra time. A lot of that is down to Jordan Smith; but a defence that has become one where they have a lot of trust and confidence in each other certainly helps, and again, Smith has contributed towards that

[lyonhibs]

The save immediately after we went 1 up was absolutely top drawer

[The Modfather]

A good solid option, we’ve done worse. Thought his save at the end looked like a mistake before being able to catch the rebound. Same with a save against Killie, I think it was that wasn’t punished. Maybe the Armstrong red card challenge. He seems to be one of those keepers who when he does make a mistake, which isn’t that often, doesn’t get punished, which is no bad thing.

[hibsbollah]

The save immediately after we went 1 up was absolutely top drawer

:agree: Not only just the actual save, which was tricky as it bounced right in front of him, but the big hand he got on it diverted it away from another Ayr player steaming in for the rebound.

[Ribs1875]

He reminds me a bit like Marciano. Doesn't come of his line often enough for my liking. If we finish high in the league he is number one next season for me. He might even end up attracting interest from down south.