No, I am not suggesting he replace JR. (Not yet anyway.) Looking for an explanation if anyone out there is ITK about the rules and procedures about his SFA hearing to determine if he is a "fit and proper person" to manage Livvie.
Per BBC, "if deemed unfit, it would be up to Livingston whether he continues in the manager's job or another role within the club."
So if it is Livvie's call, why the hearing? Clearly they think he is fit given he has been put in that position at least through to the end of the season.
Edit: apologies if already covered under the Ross Out or Jack Ross threads. I have not read these since Saturday and won't be.
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Thread: David Martindale
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26-01-2021 12:10 PM #1
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David Martindale
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26-01-2021 12:12 PM #2
It seems daft to have a hearing for someone they've already decided is fit and proper.
But this is the same kind of test that allowed Craig Whyte and Charles green to own Rangers I think....so take from that what you will.
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26-01-2021 12:16 PM #3
I don’t think it’s to determine fit and proper as a head coach but more of his role within football operations.
I hope he gets to continue, I quite like him.
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26-01-2021 12:21 PM #4
Wouldn't want him anywhere near Hibs for a variety of reason. Main one is his style of football is absolutely dreadful. Folk think Jack Ross style is bad (it isn't) but on his worse day his sides play like Brazil compared to Martindale.
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26-01-2021 12:23 PM #5This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Admittedly that’s about all I’ve seen of his Livi side though.
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26-01-2021 12:24 PM #6
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Shouldn't be a question. Guy has proven himself and some. How good does he have Livingston playing.
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26-01-2021 12:24 PM #7
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If he's not allowed to be a Manager due to the SFAs fit and proper nonsense, then they really need to take a look at Craig Thompson ffs.
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26-01-2021 12:25 PM #8This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
They seemed happy with Vladimir Romanov too.
He'll be fine.
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26-01-2021 12:33 PM #9
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Accepted as fit and proper.
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26-01-2021 12:33 PM #10
Anyone that can get Robinson scoring as many goals as he has deserves the job.
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26-01-2021 12:33 PM #11
Passed as a fit and proper person
Pretty happy for him to be honest and shows people can be rehabilitated.
I like listening to him too, very grounded
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26-01-2021 12:36 PM #12This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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26-01-2021 12:37 PM #13
Guy served his time. He appears genuinely remorseful and accepting of the impact of his actions, wouldn't appear to be at a high risk of re offending and he's unlikely to be working directly with vulnerable groups for long periods of time. No brainer that he should be allowed to continue in his role.
A criminal record follows people throughout their lives and it's a real stigma. There are obvious cases when it should be and is a barrier to certain types of employment. I don't think this is one of those cases. Now the SFA have made their decision he should be left in peace to get on with his life and not hounded about his past every 5 minutes.PM Awards General Poster of The Year 2015, 2016, 2017. Probably robbed in other years
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26-01-2021 12:37 PM #14
Good stuff. We all lose if folk aren't allowed to rehabilitate and move on with their lives.
Fair play to David for his incredible job so far at Livi.
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26-01-2021 12:38 PM #15This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
As for the notion that his style of football is 'absolutely dreadful' above, while Sunday's game against St Mirren was a thoroughly unpleasant watch, they actually play a lot more football this season than they did with Dykes leading the line last season. There's so much pace in their front line and midfield that they actually play some pretty efficient passing football this season. They're effective, they're solid at the back (only conceded 1 goal after the 60 minute mark in any game all season), and their work rate off the ball is incredible.Madness, as you know, is a lot like gravity. All it takes is a little push.
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26-01-2021 12:41 PM #16
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26-01-2021 12:43 PM #17This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteMadness, as you know, is a lot like gravity. All it takes is a little push.
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From what I’ve seen of them, which has been minimal, in their game against us then Celtic they looked alright and played better football than we do.
I’m sure they’re not fussed regardless of what other fans think of their football, they’ve got a very winnable final to look forward to
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Glad to see it's gone through OK anyway though.
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We’ve been playing dreadful hoofball for long spells including the majority of the 2nd half on Saturday.
Another poster has said he’s watched most of their games since Martindale was appointed and they’ve been playing good football but you’re labelling them as a hoofball team after watching them in a single game? A semi final at that where winning is all that matters?
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26-01-2021 12:51 PM #22
Playing devils advocate here but if he was foreign and was attempting to take over a club would as many folk be accepting of his past? If a foreign owner who had previously been convicted of being involved in serious organised crime and drug dealing would he be deemed fit and proper?
I'm not actually against him being allowed to manage Livingston just wondering if the fact he's Scottish and a manager as opposed to an owner helped him in this instance.Last edited by Since90+2; 26-01-2021 at 12:57 PM.
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He may have had some influence, but I’d suggest it was pretty limited seeing how much of an improvement he’s made since coming in.
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So where was his control? Has been an important feature in the club? Absolutely - he's been a brilliant coach that's been heavily involved in training regimes, player development etc. Pulling the strings? Not even close.Madness, as you know, is a lot like gravity. All it takes is a little push.
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