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Title: Email from Grant
Post by: mushRTID on May 13, 2024, 05:29:00 pm
He is just something else isn't he. We are lucky to have him. Let's go Grant!

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I would like to thank you for your tremendous support on Friday night.
 
It was incredible to walk out and see the stands packed with supporters, even for the warm-up. The noise you generated all night long was brilliant and kept us pushing for the winner until the end.
 
The support we received all season was really heartening. You stuck with us when results were not what we hoped and powered us forward in the brilliant end to the season.
 
We are gutted we did not deliver the result on Friday night and that feeling of defeat was very hard to take. To see so many people upset will be a major motivating factor for us going forward.
 
We will dust ourselves down and quickly begin to focus fully on next season. Planning has been going on in the background for several months but we now put that in place in earnest and I hope you will be excited about what we deliver.
 
When I spoke after the game, to both the players and then to you via the media, I made it clear that I want to win the league next season. The players were told in no uncertain terms that if they have any thoughts other than that, they will not be required here.
 
I want you to be on board with that level of passion and commitment too. Drive us on as you have so brilliantly done over the last few months and we can achieve great things together.
 
Thank you so much to those that have bought 2024/25 Season Memberships already. It means so much to all of us at the club.
 
I hope that more of you will consider doing the same. These last few months have shown much more what we are all about and what we want to produce on a more consistent basis next season.
 
It feels like we have brought the club and supporters back in alignment over this past year.

Let’s continue that together and get the club back where it belongs.

 
Thank you.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: big fat yorkshire pudding on May 13, 2024, 05:40:21 pm
Great email and exactly what we need to do. I sincerely hope he means it.

He must not like me though I didn't get it (off to cry).
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: philsky on May 13, 2024, 05:46:50 pm

I got the email.

Used the money I saved for the Wembley trip to buy my first season ticket since SOD was in charge.

Just a small gesture.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: karldew on May 13, 2024, 05:48:58 pm
Should of signed it off

#LeagueOneAgainOleOle
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: GazLaz on May 13, 2024, 05:50:03 pm
#Going4It
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: idler on May 13, 2024, 05:55:19 pm
Mine came at 17:09 but only just read it. A great gesture that makes you really feel part of the club. I can’t see that happening at many other clubs.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: grayx on May 13, 2024, 06:33:33 pm
Well i think folk can stop worrying about Grant leaving. Hes on a mission here.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: DRFCSouth on May 13, 2024, 07:42:59 pm
I think I'm re-iterating what has been said before, but, there is a lot of trust in Grant, even when things seem to be going a bit wrong.

Just need to have a squad fit to challenge next season.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Arsenal Of The North on May 13, 2024, 07:47:09 pm
As long as Grant is backed, I believe he will stay here for a while, his wife said he loved his time previously here and persuaded him to come back, it would take a seriously good offer I believe for his head to be turned now.

Let’s hope Terry does the right thing and back Grant to build an unstoppable team 
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: pib on May 13, 2024, 08:00:33 pm
People might think this sort of thing isn’t important, but IMO it really is.

If you’re trying to build something you have to bring people with you, and he gets that. Always has done.

I think he’s part of the reason why the crowd on Friday exceeded even those in previous play-off campaigns.

He’s a powerful personality and knows how to get people onside. I can only imagine what it’s like playing for him. I’d run through brick walls for the guy if I played for him.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Fal on May 13, 2024, 08:01:06 pm
Great email and exactly what we need to do. I sincerely hope he means it.

He must not like me though I didn't get it (off to cry).

Must hate me too, I didn’t get one either!
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Bentley Bullet on May 13, 2024, 08:15:06 pm
I haven't had one either. He'd better not ring me for advice in future, that's all I can say.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: ian1980 on May 13, 2024, 08:24:08 pm
I got the email this afternoon and do you know what, I’m getting on the McCann promotion train.

Getting our 3x season tickets next week when back from holiday.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Chris the Rover on May 13, 2024, 08:35:54 pm
I have just read mine. What an inspiring message. If that doesn’t convince wavering supporters to get on board, nothing will. We are blessed to have him as our manager.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: keyser_soze on May 13, 2024, 08:40:44 pm
Perhaps not reading the room here but seem to remember him say something similar about wanting loyalty from his players last time just before he buggered off :)

I got the email, great to read. Certainly the club is in a stronger place 12 months after his arrival.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: RoversInSpain on May 13, 2024, 08:43:46 pm
Great email to now draw a final line under 23/24, no more to be discussed. Everything we talk about should be about looking ahead to 24/25, it could be rather good.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Colin C No.3 on May 13, 2024, 08:59:57 pm
Has ANY manager EVER ‘spoken’ to the fan base with such a believable passion & commitment?

Granted (no pun intended) we’ve moved on from the ‘Green ‘Un’ in the way that a manager can ‘address’ the fans but, Grant has used the media he has at his disposal to ‘lay it all on the line’.

I’m ‘in’.

I was from the first day he was appointed.

You have my unwavering support Grant McCann.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: DRFC_AjA on May 13, 2024, 09:02:25 pm
This was one of those things that in theory was easy (click send to all) but in reality how many other managers or clubs have done this. A small thing that means a lot. What a guy what a club  :scarf:
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: karldew on May 13, 2024, 09:30:14 pm
Get him a 3-4 year deal sorted rather than the rolling contract?
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: idler on May 13, 2024, 09:55:44 pm
Great email and exactly what we need to do. I sincerely hope he means it.

He must not like me though I didn't get it (off to cry).

Must hate me too, I didn’t get one either!
For anybody that hasn’t got one are you registered to receive emails from the club? I don’t think that the club are allowed to send emails unless you are signed up for them.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: big fat yorkshire pudding on May 13, 2024, 10:01:01 pm
Great email and exactly what we need to do. I sincerely hope he means it.

He must not like me though I didn't get it (off to cry).

Must hate me too, I didn’t get one either!
For anybody that hasn’t got one are you registered to receive emails from the club? I don’t think that the club are allowed to send emails unless you are signed up for them.

Yep, had a different one from them just earlier and usually get them, assume it's gremlins in their system somewhere.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Bentley Bullet on May 13, 2024, 10:04:50 pm
I've heard the the good looking supporters are getting theirs later.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: IDM on May 13, 2024, 10:10:20 pm
I've heard the the good looking supporters are getting theirs later.

Fook me, I’ll never get one then..
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Jonathan on May 13, 2024, 10:16:22 pm
The achievements of O’Driscoll and Penney will always stand up for themselves. But I have never known a manager forge the connection with the fans that McCann has. It’s a real talent and he must feel the love here. It’s not just a catchy song, it’s a movement.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Bentley Bullet on May 13, 2024, 10:25:08 pm
The general consensus is, if anyone can, McCann can.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: IDM on May 13, 2024, 10:31:31 pm
The general consensus is, if anyone can, McCann can.

Now that’s just bad manners..
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Nudga on May 13, 2024, 10:32:03 pm
The achievements of O’Driscoll and Penney will always stand up for themselves. But I have never known a manager forge the connection with the fans that McCann has. It’s a real talent and he must feel the love here. It’s not just a catchy song, it’s a movement.

He's very clever isn't he. He makes us feel like we're a big part of HIS team.
Always mentions the fans, especially when we've traveled miles to watch.
What SOD did was special but he never really connected with the fans, he didn't seem to have the need to.
But I believe GM feels that connection.
I think he felt it away at Hull.
I hope grant wants to become a legend here before he moves onto bigger things. I believe that he thinks he owes us a promotion. And he will deliver, I've got no doubts about that.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Ryaldinhio on May 13, 2024, 11:04:46 pm
The achievements of O’Driscoll and Penney will always stand up for themselves. But I have never known a manager forge the connection with the fans that McCann has. It’s a real talent and he must feel the love here. It’s not just a catchy song, it’s a movement.

He's very clever isn't he. He makes us feel like we're a big part of HIS team.
Always mentions the fans, especially when we've traveled miles to watch.
What SOD did was special but he never really connected with the fans, he didn't seem to have the need to.
But I believe GM feels that connection.
I think he felt it away at Hull.
I hope grant wants to become a legend here before he moves onto bigger things. I believe that he thinks he owes us a promotion. And he will deliver, I've got no doubts about that.

I was thinking about this other day and I think he wants to get us to the championship. As much for the club as personal. It seems he feels he owes us one but also what would that do for his and cliffs CV. Then if he gets us up there and a new owner comes in who knows? Ive no issues with TB and I am extremely thankful for the backing he us giving but there is a plan for him to raise the stock and sell, he has been quite open about this. Just want to say raising the stock is not about TB making money but leaving the club in a good position.

Look at Brentford, Luton, Huddersfield etc.

Luton L2 2018
Luton Prem 2023
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: GazLaz on May 14, 2024, 06:11:59 am
The achievements of O’Driscoll and Penney will always stand up for themselves. But I have never known a manager forge the connection with the fans that McCann has. It’s a real talent and he must feel the love here. It’s not just a catchy song, it’s a movement.

He's very clever isn't he. He makes us feel like we're a big part of HIS team.
Always mentions the fans, especially when we've traveled miles to watch.
What SOD did was special but he never really connected with the fans, he didn't seem to have the need to.
But I believe GM feels that connection.
I think he felt it away at Hull.
I hope grant wants to become a legend here before he moves onto bigger things. I believe that he thinks he owes us a promotion. And he will deliver, I've got no doubts about that.

I was thinking about this other day and I think he wants to get us to the championship. As much for the club as personal. It seems he feels he owes us one but also what would that do for his and cliffs CV. Then if he gets us up there and a new owner comes in who knows? Ive no issues with TB and I am extremely thankful for the backing he us giving but there is a plan for him to raise the stock and sell, he has been quite open about this. Just want to say raising the stock is not about TB making money but leaving the club in a good position.

Look at Brentford, Luton, Huddersfield etc.

Luton L2 2018
Luton Prem 2023

It reminds me of Robins going back to Cov.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Pancho Regan on May 14, 2024, 10:26:52 am
A brilliant gesture from Grant.
He really does know how to communicate with the fans and keep them onside.

Stirring stuff. just what we wanted to hear.

I'm in!
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: adamtherover on May 14, 2024, 03:55:21 pm
Grant...  you had me at "hello!" :-)
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Nudga on May 14, 2024, 04:00:06 pm
Is it August yet? I'm bored already.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: WheatleyRover on May 14, 2024, 05:22:01 pm
I got my email also, but my mate hasn't got one yet.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Fal on May 14, 2024, 05:45:55 pm
What I love about Grant is his level head, when we were losing our shit during this mass winning run and constant talk about play offs whenever he was asked by the media he was like “Not thinking about that, it’s just another game and we want to take 3 points”. You could tell that attitude was pushed onto the players as they never got carried away either.

He is probably the only manager since the O’Driscoll days where I listen and believe everything he says. To come out and feel bad that he didn’t give us promotion just shows how much the clubs means to him.

He knew he was under constant pressure at Hull and Posh and was a string of bad results away from the sack. However here he knows we will give him time when things aren’t going great, he has a connection with the fans with the style of football he plays and his honesty.

For me he has definitely learned is better to he in a job that he’s happy in rather than moving elsewhere for the money and pressure.

The way we play also suits a striker like Marquis and Ironside, both else haven’t scored the same amount in a season like they have here.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: ravenrover on May 14, 2024, 06:10:10 pm
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Nudga on May 14, 2024, 06:11:42 pm
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have

I got one and I haven't renewed my Flexi ticket yet
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: idler on May 14, 2024, 06:15:05 pm
I wondered if it went to everyone who was there on Friday plus members that they had contact details for.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Lesonthewest on May 14, 2024, 06:36:44 pm
It's a shame we as fans can't get the message back to him that we, as supporters, appreciate everything he is doing here, not just the management team, but everything he is putting together to make us more ambitious & proffesional behind the scenes, as well as on the pitch. Top top manager, & I'm sure most are 100% behind him.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: Bentley Bullet on May 14, 2024, 06:45:15 pm
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have
I've renewed my season ticket, and went the other night but haven't had an Email.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: drfchound on May 14, 2024, 07:11:34 pm
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have

I have renewed already and I got the email.
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: ravenrover on May 14, 2024, 09:10:45 pm
It's a shame we as fans can't get the message back to him that we, as supporters, appreciate everything he is doing here, not just the management team, but everything he is putting together to make us more ambitious & proffesional behind the scenes, as well as on the pitch. Top top manager, & I'm sure most are 100% behind him.
He's on twitter/X as is Cliff.
I have already thanked them
Title: Re: Email from Grant
Post by: The Loan Arranger on May 14, 2024, 09:25:51 pm
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have

I have renewed already and I got the email.

Same here!
Is the e mail sent to those who have renewed their season membership? I see in the e mail it thanks those who have
I've renewed my season ticket, and went the other night but haven't had an Email.

Same here!!