Noble for me althought I get the feeling that Nobby will be going to HKR and we will be getting Justin.

The new coach is likely to be an Aussie but not UK based

I heard that Peter Gentle could be on the radar - wasn't he Salfords first choice for next year but turned them down ?

Yep, he's the favourite/got the job from what I understand.

noble without doubt the guy will get you results and is alot better then the other 2 mentioned but i woundt be suprised to see cas got for a unknown aussie like gentle but personally id like to see noble at cas think he would do wonders

i think kear as director of rugby - noble as head coach and lets give gary thornton the assistant coach role . 3 quality people in at the top of the club means that RW will not have to concern himself with the playing side of the club too much. I think that would be great for the club.
Thats not a dig at richard but I think a ceo needs a strong and knowledgable coaching/management team to take charge of that area .
Cas havent had that in recent years imo.

Brian Noble would be my choice too.

Uncle Nob Ed for me!

Not sure if any of those 3 are the right choices. Noble would be the best choice but he's used to working with a decent sized budget.

I'd choose the best candidate. The thing is, we don't know who has applied and who hasn't. This is all hearsay from the media, who let's face it, have been speculating about Morgan and Noble for months.

Adrian Vowles anyone?

I'd love to see Vowles back at Cas. However, I wouldn't want him to ruin his reputation and stature like Steady did

In order of preference!

1) John Kear....Unlike many, I'd happily give him the chance (1 to 2 years) and then judge him afterwards. Most seem to be happy to judge him before giving him a chance at Cas....not Wakey....judge him at Cas!
2) Brian Noble, yes he would be welcome at the Jungle.
3) Justin Morgan.....can come accross as a bit of a 'wide boy' for me, so I'm not too sure.
4) Andy Hay. I never really rated him as a player, I'd have to consult the players and other staff to see what they make of him.

How about a NZ born ex-loiner coach who just happens to have worked with the present Tigers coach recently.
2 + 2 = 5 anyone???

Delboy66(aye of the Tigers fanzine)

I think theres a lot going for Noble as his past record is excellent.

However, I get the impression he's waiting on a call from Australia for a crack at the NRL. I'd be worried about him leaving after 1 season (a la Crusaders).

It's a shame for you guys that Matterson is going. I think he's done a cracking job... is there no chance of you making him change his mind like Huddersfield did with Brown???

I think many Cas fans believe it is time for change. There is no doubt that Matterson has left a lasting legacy in some ways and the BoD have to be applauded for that too. Their investment into the youth system is paying dividends and that can only benefit CTRLFC in the long run.

Any coach coming in though will have to work to that current remit of focusing on youth, small number of overseas players and a tight budget until the new stadium is built.