With preseason training now fully underway and the first of the friendlies now firmly on the horizon, the gaffer Tom Claisse wanted to share an update with you all on how things are progressing ahead of the new campaign
Hi Frickley Fans,
Thought I’d give you a little update on what’s been happening since the last game of the season.
Off the field, there has been a lot of hard work improving the infrastructure and making visiting the stadium a better experience for the most important people, you the fans. This club is sustainable and the things put in place have ensured this is still the case.
On the pitch, I have seen a lot of talk asking if we’ve signed anyone yet as nothing has been announced. I can assure you we are moving along nicely.
I haven’t stopped since the back end of last season to make this season a more competitive one. I’ve watched umpteen games, had people go and watch them for me and spoke to a lot of players.
Out of the players I’ve spoken to, some have opted to sign for clubs in the leagues above, which I understand as they want to play as high as they can.
Some we have been priced out of as there are clubs in this league offering big wages, in some cases wages that lads a couple of leagues above won’t be earning.
Some don’t think it’s the correct fit. For the latter, I won’t sign anybody that doesn’t want to come and fight for the Frickley shirt and for the correct reasons. Whether we had the best or worst budget in the league, these would still be my principals.
The club will announce news regarding signings in due course.
Training has been tough but enjoyable. We have a friend, who’s ex Special Forces, putting the lads through their paces alongside our own sessions, so it’s been a good mix. Myself and Lee are big believers in ball work as well so there’s been a lot of that too.
My staff have been working tirelessly in planning and preparations for the season ahead. Lee Crooks remains by my side for the season ahead.
Lewis Binns will also be staying with us in a Player / Coach role, following his long lay off through injury. I will help Binno along the way as his attitude and commitment to myself and this club has been first class.
The physio department will still be led by Bailey Land, who has worked really hard over the summer to make that side of the house much more professional.
I’ve also brought in Nick Leadbeater who will be joining the management team as a GK coach / analyst. Nick lives and breathes football and will be a fantastic asset to the staff.
We’ve got a good preseason schedule, which includes a trip to the seaside so the players, staff, club officials and fans can all meet after the game for a social.
Finally, we will be holding an open training session, details TBC, which I hope to see a lot of you at. Please come along and ask what questions you may have and watch how we deliver sessions.
Tom
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