In a sensational development it's been announced that the new Fossetts Farm stadium will include room for a running track.
It what's thought to be a homage to the London 2012 Olympic legacy and a cheap* joke at W*** H**'s expense, the ground is to include room for a running track by leaving an entire stand unbuilt.
By building a three sided ground there will also be room for a golf course, a swimming pool or probably just some more houses.
More to follow
*25% off the build price
Showing posts with label Southend. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Southend. Show all posts
Tuesday, 15 February 2011
Wednesday, 9 February 2011
Ferdinand attracting interest from agent
Kane Ferdinand's agent has put a cluster of Championship sides on high alert after the agent announced told Southend through Sky Sports - rather than the more usual methods of communication like e-mail or telephone - that he'd turned down a contract offer from Southend.
The 18-year-old cousin of Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has managed to establish himself in the Shrimpers first team with some mature displays at the heart of their midfield.
In recent weeks Roots Hall has been busy with scouts eager to see Bilel Mohsni, although Ferdinand's agent has been quick to claim the scouts are watching his client.
Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest are reportedly among the teams his agent has asked if they would be interested should the midfielder opt to further his wage packet to a higher level.
Indeed, the interest of this agent has prompted the League Two outfit to put a professional deal to the Under-19 Republic of Ireland international.
Under the terms of his scholarship contract, if Ferdinand fails to sign a professional contract by mid-March he will be able to walk away for free.
As Ferdinand's agent Matthew Southall might as well have said: "Kane has done very well over the last few weeks for me. He has shown his versatility and maturity and settled into the team well, which should earn me a fair bit more commission.
"I have asked one or two clubs to make enquiries which I expect to bump up what Southend are offering. At the moment, he is a Southend United player and is happy to be playing regularly but that won't stop me trying and make him move and hopefully we can ramp up his contract offer over the coming weeks."
The 18-year-old cousin of Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has managed to establish himself in the Shrimpers first team with some mature displays at the heart of their midfield.
In recent weeks Roots Hall has been busy with scouts eager to see Bilel Mohsni, although Ferdinand's agent has been quick to claim the scouts are watching his client.
Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest are reportedly among the teams his agent has asked if they would be interested should the midfielder opt to further his wage packet to a higher level.
Indeed, the interest of this agent has prompted the League Two outfit to put a professional deal to the Under-19 Republic of Ireland international.
Under the terms of his scholarship contract, if Ferdinand fails to sign a professional contract by mid-March he will be able to walk away for free.
As Ferdinand's agent Matthew Southall might as well have said: "Kane has done very well over the last few weeks for me. He has shown his versatility and maturity and settled into the team well, which should earn me a fair bit more commission.
"I have asked one or two clubs to make enquiries which I expect to bump up what Southend are offering. At the moment, he is a Southend United player and is happy to be playing regularly but that won't stop me trying and make him move and hopefully we can ramp up his contract offer over the coming weeks."
Tuesday, 21 September 2010
SOUTHEND UNITED ACCUSED OF FIXING RESULTS
The world of Southend United was plunged into CONTROVERSY once more when the club was accused of FIXING RESULTS.
The games in question are believed to be last Saturday's home game and the previous week's encounter at Northampton.
A Southend Afternoon Echo exclusive investigation can now EXCLUSIVELY reveal that these results were not a 3-2 defeat to Morecambe (or even Morecombe, who Craig Easton believed he was playing against) and a 2-1 loss at Northampton as previously believed.
Instead the Southend Afternoon Echo can WORLD EXCLUSIVELY report that "The Blues are currently unbeaten in the last three League games".
These EXPLOSIVE claims came in an e-mail received by the Southend Afternoon Echo at 5:59 PM on 21 September 2010 from the club amusingly entitled EAST ON....AQUA AEROBICS, SPEEDOS AND GOLF! After club captain Craig Easton reveals about how "GUTTED" everyone was at the result against "Morecombe" (sic), the e-mail refers to an article entitled HOSPITALITY OFFER where this outrageous 3 match unbeaten claim is made - a claim that is likely to either shock football to it's very core or be as shocking as Barry Corr.
In DAMNING footage obtained by the Southend Afternoon Echo Sportsdesk, the Roots Hall scoreboard is CLEARLY shown failing to record Morecambe's (or possibly Morecombe's) THREE goals as it does it's best to persuade shocked on-lookers that both teams were firing blanks.
Fans wanting to book their Executive Suite at this very special rate are then urged to call Junior Garrod on 01702 304128 or alternatively email your enquiry to junior.garrod@southend-united.co.uk
The games in question are believed to be last Saturday's home game and the previous week's encounter at Northampton.
A Southend Afternoon Echo exclusive investigation can now EXCLUSIVELY reveal that these results were not a 3-2 defeat to Morecambe (or even Morecombe, who Craig Easton believed he was playing against) and a 2-1 loss at Northampton as previously believed.
Instead the Southend Afternoon Echo can WORLD EXCLUSIVELY report that "The Blues are currently unbeaten in the last three League games".
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| The explosive e-mail |
In DAMNING footage obtained by the Southend Afternoon Echo Sportsdesk, the Roots Hall scoreboard is CLEARLY shown failing to record Morecambe's (or possibly Morecombe's) THREE goals as it does it's best to persuade shocked on-lookers that both teams were firing blanks.
Fans wanting to book their Executive Suite at this very special rate are then urged to call Junior Garrod on 01702 304128 or alternatively email your enquiry to junior.garrod@southend-united.co.uk
Monday, 16 August 2010
Southend to play in stilettos
The Southend Afternoon Echo Sportsdesk can exclusively reveal that Southend United will be playing against Port Vale in stilettos. The revelation follows the success of the white socks that were introduced to give the team a more authentic "Essex look".
Now the club are taking it one stage further by combining it with stilettos. As boss Paul Sturrock explained*: "the stiletto is even more associated with Essex than white socks, plus they give more grip than studded boots."
"As Anthony Grant seems to have trouble standing up in boots, we're hoping he can stop bruising himself when he falls to the floor every time he's tackled, by wearing stilettos.
The 6 inch heels should give more purchase than the usual studs he wears, and will make tackling more interesting. I'm looking forward to it."
The club is also apparently looking at playing around a couple of Alan McCormack's old discarded handbags.
* Please note the Southend Echo Sportsdesk accepts no liability over the accuracy of any Paul Sturrock's statements. To be honest we might as well make it all up, because we haven't got a clue what he's saying either, but he doesn't half say it in a lovely Scottish accent.
Now the club are taking it one stage further by combining it with stilettos. As boss Paul Sturrock explained*: "the stiletto is even more associated with Essex than white socks, plus they give more grip than studded boots."
The 6 inch heels should give more purchase than the usual studs he wears, and will make tackling more interesting. I'm looking forward to it."
The club is also apparently looking at playing around a couple of Alan McCormack's old discarded handbags.
* Please note the Southend Echo Sportsdesk accepts no liability over the accuracy of any Paul Sturrock's statements. To be honest we might as well make it all up, because we haven't got a clue what he's saying either, but he doesn't half say it in a lovely Scottish accent.
Thursday, 5 August 2010
Southend set to announce squad numbers
With the transfer embargo just hours/days/months away from being lifted ahead of the new season, Southend United are set to announce the new squad numbers for the 2010/2011 season.
With only one player remaining from 12 months ago, it's set to be all change with every number except for 7 up for grabs. And whilst some of the key numbers have still - according to the club's official website - to be assigned, it seems that the likes of Sean Clohessy, Peter Gilbert, Craig Easton, Barry Corr and Sofiene Zaaboub have all already been handed numbers.
Of those given numbers, the biggest story is the coveted number 12 shirt. The Blue Voice were believed to be keen on becoming the official 12th man, but instead the 12 shirt appears to have been handed to the manager's son, the oddly named Blair Sturrock.
An unnamed, made-up, club spokesman explained the decision: "The Blue Voice were keen to be the 12th man and the club were keen for the number 12 shirt to represent the club's support. We're confident that the reception that will greet Blair - who's already been written off as useless by many and only signed because of who his father is - when he finally makes his Southend debut, will achieve just that."
"I mean what says loyal supporters better than booing a player before he's even kicked a ball for us? So whenever I hear 'coming on for Southend United, number 12 Blair Sturrock, boooooo' I will instantly think of the fans."
With only one player remaining from 12 months ago, it's set to be all change with every number except for 7 up for grabs. And whilst some of the key numbers have still - according to the club's official website - to be assigned, it seems that the likes of Sean Clohessy, Peter Gilbert, Craig Easton, Barry Corr and Sofiene Zaaboub have all already been handed numbers.
Of those given numbers, the biggest story is the coveted number 12 shirt. The Blue Voice were believed to be keen on becoming the official 12th man, but instead the 12 shirt appears to have been handed to the manager's son, the oddly named Blair Sturrock.
An unnamed, made-up, club spokesman explained the decision: "The Blue Voice were keen to be the 12th man and the club were keen for the number 12 shirt to represent the club's support. We're confident that the reception that will greet Blair - who's already been written off as useless by many and only signed because of who his father is - when he finally makes his Southend debut, will achieve just that."
"I mean what says loyal supporters better than booing a player before he's even kicked a ball for us? So whenever I hear 'coming on for Southend United, number 12 Blair Sturrock, boooooo' I will instantly think of the fans."
Tuesday, 20 July 2010
Ron elected to League Board
Southend Chairman Ron Martin has been elected to the Football League Board.Whilst the move will come as a shock to many who will question the wisdom of appointing a man whose club may be wound up before the season, the Southend Afternoon Echo has learnt there were good reasons behind Ron Martin's appointment.
With no London clubs in the division (except Barnet, and if you've ever tried to get there on the Northern Line you'll know they are hardly London) Southend, who will be in town anyway for their weekly appointment at the debtors' section of the High Court, were the natural choice.
The move also negates any concerns over claiming back SUFC's share of Board Members 'travel expenses.
It is unknown whether Mr Martin put himself forward for this prestigious role, or whether he was nominated in his absence when no-one else wanted to do it and someone had the bright idea of giving the role to the bloke who was still on holiday.
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Bin Martin: Ron issues Bin Laden style video tape
A tape said to be from the bunker of Martin Dawn chairman, Ron Martin, has been aired on www.southendunited.co.uk, a web-site with known links to Martin Dawn.
Directly addressing supporters losing the faith, the tape is seen by analysts as a direct response to rumours that have been circulating for months that the club was as good as dead. In it Martin offers words of hope and vows to continue the struggle.
The authenticity (of his answers) remains unverified.
Martin, whose health has been in question, has seemingly been laying low of late, reportedly hiding from creditors who seek him high and low. It is believed that he is hiding with his head in the sand.
The authenticity (of his answers) remains unverified.
Martin, whose health has been in question, has seemingly been laying low of late, reportedly hiding from creditors who seek him high and low. It is believed that he is hiding with his head in the sand.
Monday, 8 March 2010
Breaking News: Assistant Manager Sacked!!!!
'Drastic times call for drastic measures' appears to be the message coming out of the chairman's office at Roots Hall.
With the spectre of relegation looming over the South East Essex club, the Southend United Chairman took the highly unusual step of sacking not the manager, but rather his experienced assistant. The move has caught many by surprise in Southend, who have been struggling for much of this year without seemingly any concern from up high.
However another away defeat on Saturday - the team has yet to pick up a point on the road this calendar year - appears to be the final straw for the assistant, if not the manager. The team now lies firmly ensconced in the relegation zone and the historic ground-breaking success of six years earlier seemingly set to unravel.
Relegation is likely to be financially disastrous for the club, and if the chairman - who despite overseeing consecutive promotions and second tier football remain deeply unpopular - couldn't afford to sack a manager who remains popular from his playing days, he couldn't afford not to take any action either.
So with his hands financially tied - although many would suggest by his own doing - Chairman Vic Jobson had nowhere else to turn but to sack Ronnie Whelan's assistant manager, Theo Foley in an attempt to break out of the downward spiral that threatens to send the club to the bottom of the bottom tier of the Football League and a depression that could last a generation.
With the spectre of relegation looming over the South East Essex club, the Southend United Chairman took the highly unusual step of sacking not the manager, but rather his experienced assistant. The move has caught many by surprise in Southend, who have been struggling for much of this year without seemingly any concern from up high.
However another away defeat on Saturday - the team has yet to pick up a point on the road this calendar year - appears to be the final straw for the assistant, if not the manager. The team now lies firmly ensconced in the relegation zone and the historic ground-breaking success of six years earlier seemingly set to unravel.
Relegation is likely to be financially disastrous for the club, and if the chairman - who despite overseeing consecutive promotions and second tier football remain deeply unpopular - couldn't afford to sack a manager who remains popular from his playing days, he couldn't afford not to take any action either.
So with his hands financially tied - although many would suggest by his own doing - Chairman Vic Jobson had nowhere else to turn but to sack Ronnie Whelan's assistant manager, Theo Foley in an attempt to break out of the downward spiral that threatens to send the club to the bottom of the bottom tier of the Football League and a depression that could last a generation.
Monday, 22 February 2010
Hiatus Appeal Latest
Most of you will already be aware of the news of the hiatus in wages in January that has shocked the world.
News spread quickly, much of it by modern social networking sites, such as Alan McCormack's facebook account, whilst others will have only found out later by more traditional means such as the Southend Afternoon Echo.
News of this has hit many hard, with many people's belief in Ron Martin in particular badly hit. Whilst people come to terms with the scale of this, we ask you to think of this hardest hit. If you could spare some loose change, you could make a difference in the lives of those less well off than yourself.
What your money could buy:
£7.99 - buys a KFC bargain bucket to feed the malnourished Anthony Grant as he recovers from injury
£1.99 - would get some Werther's Orginals for Dougie Freedman to suck on whilst on the bench (300g pack, so should last for multiple games)
£5 (and upwards)- a proper footballer's haircut for Scott Spencer
£3.50 (approx) - a pint for Alan McCormack at Varsity/Mayhem etc to help ease the pain
Undisclosed (but quite possibly free) - Matthew Paterson
£1 - a novelty comb for Adam Barrett to remind him of better times
Please give generously.
Donate now by clicking here
News spread quickly, much of it by modern social networking sites, such as Alan McCormack's facebook account, whilst others will have only found out later by more traditional means such as the Southend Afternoon Echo.
News of this has hit many hard, with many people's belief in Ron Martin in particular badly hit. Whilst people come to terms with the scale of this, we ask you to think of this hardest hit. If you could spare some loose change, you could make a difference in the lives of those less well off than yourself.
What your money could buy:
£7.99 - buys a KFC bargain bucket to feed the malnourished Anthony Grant as he recovers from injury
£1.99 - would get some Werther's Orginals for Dougie Freedman to suck on whilst on the bench (300g pack, so should last for multiple games)
£5 (and upwards)- a proper footballer's haircut for Scott Spencer
£3.50 (approx) - a pint for Alan McCormack at Varsity/Mayhem etc to help ease the pain
Undisclosed (but quite possibly free) - Matthew Paterson
£1 - a novelty comb for Adam Barrett to remind him of better times
Please give generously.
Donate now by clicking here
Tuesday, 9 February 2010
Green light for Blue Flag?
The Third Division side's pitch was last night unveiled in front of the national TV cameras as amongst the finalists for this year's Blue Flag awards. The Blue Flag awards are handed out yearly to beaches that meet a strict quality control criteria.
As usual Colchester is lagging behind it's more illustrious neighbour in the south of the county, as a number of Southend beaches have already been awarded this honour, including the Three Shells beach, East Beach and Shoebury Common Beach.
It is hoped that the awarding of the internationally recognised honour will boost tourism in the north of the county, which has yet again seen disappointingly few people turn up this year to the newly opened beach. Even the addition of perennial seaside favourites, the donkeys - Clive Platt and Kayode Odejayi foremost amongst them - have failed to boost visitor numbers, with attendances in North Essex remaining embarrassingly low.
The sight of a blue flag fluttering above the stands would provide a big boost for Colchester fans deprived of entertainment and who, because of manager Aidy Boothroyd's hoof-ball tactics, already spend an inordinate amount of time starting up in the air.
The move is however not without controversy, as debate has ensued over whether the Care in the Community pitch is a beach, or as some critics claim a ploughed field. Others have claimed that the presence of so much rubbish in Tesco's carrier bags on the Weston Care in the Community pitch also make it unworthy of such an award.
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