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Superb. Liking the look of the coaching staff at the moment. All seem professional, highly regarded and experienced. Looking at the career paths of Smith, Cathro and Black and how they've worked to learn and develop is a stark contrast to those wasters Carver, Stone and Woodman.

 

EDIT: Just seen the above about Harper coaching Given. Sensational that one. Not even sure why we're appointed a goalkeeping coach then- should have just let Krul do it.

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In 2006, Smith moved to Vancouver to undertake a year-long secondment to research the biomechanics of goalkeeping and during this time he worked as a consultant to the Canadian Soccer Association.

 

:sweetjesus:

 

:carverlick: "whatever"

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In 2006, Smith moved to Vancouver to undertake a year-long secondment to research the biomechanics of goalkeeping and during this time he worked as a consultant to the Canadian Soccer Association.

 

:sweetjesus:

 

:carverlick: "whatever"

 

Bio-mechanics > DNA

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If this is the guy who taught Shay Given how to distribute the ball, don't expect Krul to improve.

 

He improved him considerably. Given went from a keeper whose kicking was embarrassing to a very passable kicker of the ball who actually picked out Shearers head consistently.

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With what has transpired so far, especially on Monday, I wonder what Cathro makes of all this. Defensive tactics, afraid to attack, scared to play Perez, De Jong, Aarons, etc. Surely as a well-regarded, young, up and coming coach who honed his skills in Valencia at the top level in Spain, he would have a different approach? Question is, how much is he listened to, or how long until Steve is moved upstairs and we finally have an exciting young manager in charge, if and when they choose to give him the reins?

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Aye, not scoring goals does not automatically equal defensive tactics. We were just shit all over the pitch.

 

Not pressing your opponents or showing any desire to play "front foot, fret-laden" football might not equal a defensive tactic, but does equal a distinct lack of opportunism, and a defeatist mentality. A young coach should not stand for that, if he had more of a say. I would at least be in Steve's ear about what's not working, and not picking the right players.

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