Quote: captaindan "Very well said.
But back to Longy. I don't know the chap personally, so can't comment on his private conduct. But until we stop giving bad role models a free ticket, then we will always struggle to enforce proper values. Publically, Sean Long has had his troubles and many of them have been splashed around the papers, add to that the point that he does not seem to have learned that times have changed and he really does not deserve any more chances as far as I am concerned.
Sad loss to the game as he did have some talent, but for fear of tainting some younger players with his attitude, not worth the risk. Best out of our game altogether and get a proper job.'"
Like you I don't know the bloke. I'm guessing that he has a fair degree of personal charm and charisma. Because how else does he keep getting job offers? By my reckoning he has worked for Salford/Fev/Wigan and London within the past 12 months.
I do find it strange that with his track record that clubs think he could be even remotely considered to be a positive role model. I was staggered that Wigan offered him a job. As I say, the bloke must have something positive going for him. And therefore, my guess is that he won't ever need to join the 'rat race'.
