TT INTERVIEW
James talks about the Stones
RELEGATION
For us as fans, last year didn’t go well on and off the pitch. Lack of results and probably some poor management. A possible takeover that was announced then fell through, all in all was a bit of a nightmare. So relegation probably was welcomed by many fans.
FORM
We have done pretty well so far. I think we all still have nightmares about last season, so even though you want your club to get as high as they can, I think we are very reluctant to go straight back up unless we have sufficient financial support with new owners.
HIGHLIGHTS
Tough one, not many to go from. For me it’s between our 3-2 win away at Weymouth or our 4-0 win at home to Worthing. Both great results.
KEY PLAYERS
Quite a lot of new players in our squad this year. Levi Amantchi up front is a threat and Connor Kelly has been a great inclusion. Sam Bone is a top player and many more. We have a fairly strong squad.
THE MANAGER/LINE-UP
George Elokobi, ex-Wolves player. It’s his first managerial experience and some people aren’t sure about him yet and some love the appointment. He’s a very positive manager, so will adapt depending on opposition, but will want 100% effort from all the squad. Like I’ve said before, I don’t like to predict the line up as I think it is a squad game and I think we have a strong squad.
AWAY FOLLOWING
I hope that we will have 100+ many of us have been many times before and we all love the place. We are staying the night so hopefully see some of your fans out in town after the game, whatever the result. If not will definitely see you all in the clubhouse before and after the game.
STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES
We can be very attacking but don’t always take our chances, which as you can imagine can be very frustrating. We’re strong at the back so I hope for a good game.
THE CUP DRAW
Lots of people were not happy having to make another trip down a week later. I’m happy to be able to come back the week later. As I said I love the place, so looking forward to it. I hope for two great games, with both fans getting on as we always have done.
PREDICTION
League game I think it will be a draw. 1-1 and the cup I think we might edge it 1-0.