DFC Player updates 26/27

[Johndfc2]

Not sure about consolidation, if we get off to a good start I’m expecting the playoff at the minimum if not better. As for the first training session not really much to tell. Apart from a wheezing goalkeeper explaining why he doesn’t run much. Just spent time trying to identify players and put names to them. A lot of laps but not really much to see. so far..Gianluca not around as he’s on holiday until the 2nd of July so we’ll probably miss the Charlton match.Jez in particular looks in good shape and for me is improving all the time. High hopes for him. I believe there’s an open training session this next Saturday for which supporters are invited.

[Sleightly Deceptive]

Funnily enough, I asked a mate who used to be on here, whether Ben’s remit was consolidation, playoffs, or title. I think we should be told! I need to manage my expectations.

[Rixsto]

Not sure about consolidation, if we get off to a good start I’m expecting the playoff at the minimum if not better. As for the first training session not really much to tell. Apart from a wheezing goalkeeper explaining why he doesn’t run much. Just spent time trying to identify players and put names to them. A lot of laps but not really much to see. so far..Gianluca not around as he’s on holiday until the 2nd of July so we’ll probably miss the Charlton match.Jez in particular looks in good shape and for me is improving all the time. High hopes for him. I believe there’s an open training session this next Saturday for which supporters are invited.

Thanks for the update, will be taking my boy up to watch the open training session, he is looking forward to seeing the new squad.

[ozymandias]

SD, I think you need your little blue blanket at bed time.

[Spike]

So far, Ben comes across very well. His interviews are eloquent, positive and inspiring. His signings look very promising and morale seems high. He knows the club inside out and he has good experienced people working with him. I genuinely believe we've got this one right and personally I am more excited about the coming season than I have been for a good few years.

To answer the question someone asked earlier, Ben's remit must be to get promoted. Whether the club have said that or not, that's what it is. At the very least, we have to be in the mix.

[PeteSamson]

I said I was very happy when Ben was first appointed, and I see no reason to change my mind. My reasons at the time were in fact that he knew the workings of club after 8 years (?) at the academy, his brief foray into management at Margate. I have also enjoyed his intentions in his excellent positive interviews. Way, wY above those given by Ady.
In fact, now, I am seeing Ben as the natural long term successor we have needed to find , to take over the role from Tony Burman, given that Tony is now 68 (please forgive me Tony)!), including success on the field as manager.

COYD

[Sleightly Deceptive]

I said I was very happy when Ben was first appointed, and I see no reason to change my mind. My reasons at the time were in fact that he knew the workings of club after 8 years (?) at the academy, his brief foray into management at Margate. I have also enjoyed his intentions in his excellent positive interviews. Way, wY above those given by Ady.
In fact, now, I am seeing Ben as the natural long term successor we have needed to find , to take over the role from Tony Burman, given that Tony is now 68 (please forgive me Tony)!), including success on the field as manager.

COYD

Pretty much my feelings entirely. Just better formed!

[WillDfc42]

Wasn’t too sure where to put this but did anyone manage to get down to the open training session and if so how was it?

[Park Life]

Wasn’t too sure where to put this but did anyone manage to get down to the open training session and if so how was it?

Yes mate, 20+ players there and they did a good session considering the extreme heat.
Recognised most of them, a few I didn't but still getting familiar with the new players so not sure if there were any triallists involved as well.
Had a good chat with Skip after and the mood in the camp is good.
Brief chat with Ben, he is happy with his squad but still has the means to bring in a player(s) if he wanted.

[Trevor B]

Thanks for the updates Park Life

Yes mate, 20+ players there and they did a good session considering the extreme heat.
Recognised most of them, a few I didn't but still getting familiar with the new players so not sure if there were any triallists involved as well.
Had a good chat with Skip after and the mood in the camp is good.
Brief chat with Ben, he is happy with his squad but still has the means to bring in a player(s) if he wanted.

I renewed my season ticket and met Tony B. and we chatted for about 10 minutes and he seemed very pleased with Ben and the signings but stressed that with this almost new squad of players they will need time in training and the pre season games to gell together into a team.
They are all keen and fired up ready to show us fans that they have the desire to win games and be ready for the start of the season.

[Hitchin Dart79]

All I can say is I think
I can actually see what he is trying to do and I wish him all
the very best for the season ahead!

[WillDfc42]

Wasn’t too sure where to put this but did anyone manage to get down to the open training session and if so how was it?

Yes mate, 20+ players there and they did a good session considering the extreme heat.
Recognised most of them, a few I didn't but still getting familiar with the new players so not sure if there were any triallists involved as well.
Had a good chat with Skip after and the mood in the camp is good.
Brief chat with Ben, he is happy with his squad but still has the means to bring in a player(s) if he wanted.

Cheers mate.

[Park Life]

[The 5th Searcher]

I’m loving these interviews with Ben, he’s very open and informative with the questions. There’s no hesitating ummming & erring, he’s not constantly repeating himself.

It’s all clear as to what he’s planning & looking to do and he knows exactly what he wants and what he’s looking for from the players.

It’s excellent stuff and a real breath of fresh air compared to what we’ve had to put up with these last few seasons.

It would be good to get an interview with Flanners & Sawyer at some point as well on them coming back to the club again, their roles and what they are looking for and planning as well.

[WillDfc42]

Just had a look through our training video. Noticed Botti was absent I assume he’s on holiday. There was 2 young academy goalkeepers training who aren’t signed on (as far as i’m aware) but they’re still in the academy setup and Kai Jeffrey was also training with the first team (Academy centre back). Noticed one trialist, Luke Exall Holland & Blair’s supporters player of the season.

[Park Life]

Just had a look through our training video. Noticed Botti was absent I assume he’s on holiday. .

I'm sure that's correct, I think i read he's back July so any day now.

[Park Life]

[Pedro]

Seems a good lad, good to see confidence in a player.
I had to replay part as when Ben said ''Tonbridge as well" the caption came up with Tom Bonner!!
COYD