It's nice to hear that games were played.

The assumption is that they were trumpeted through every available type of free media that they were available.

Waves at Leaguefan

Great words Oh wise one ,
I went to the first match and was massively impressed with
everything I saw .
I sadly missed the last one v Haven as the mind numbingly
strong opioids that I have to take were not doing thier job
and I was flat on my back .
I was however overjoyed by the reports from various friends .

It sounds like we have the right man for the job and a squad
of players that want to play and train , a breath of fresh air I'm
sure you'll agree .

I am hoping all being well to be at Batley this next week and
looking forward to a tougher test but still very winable .

I've never been a critic, but all the same, last year was disappointing. This sounds great, but not even being a local, I hadn't heard of friendly games arranged until this thread got started. Not that I would have got there, but...
Sounds hopeful for this year at least

Anyone who posts on here is giving a critique, it's just that some never come on to give a good one when it is deserved. I think everyone was disappointed last year to say the least. As for advertising games I for one saw it advertised on many social media platforms and also in the local rag and we all know that friendlies start in January so if interested enough we will find out.

Nobody seems to have a bad word to say about the new coach and players. What a turnaround from the dismal Paul March days. It's a new owner of the same high standard that Cougars need. I'm told that Fawcett is sending the team out in that terrible, old cast off Castleford kit that nobody could stand even when he first introduced it. The guy's a buffoon as well as the more serious descriptions that apply. Get them some decent kit in red green and white for goodness sake! Better still, do one and hand ownership over to somebody who knows how to run a rugby club.

Fair enough, but I try not to overdo social media, even when I have time to do so. Also, my local rag is more about Huddersfield, than Keighley nowadays. As I say, getting to games on a Sunday from here, by public transport, nigh impossible, especially as I no longer need a Metro card that takes me through Leeds to get to work.
But its nice to know when games are on, so I can follow scores, results and the like, that's all

Hey Churchill it sounds like you have a vendetta against Gary.
With what you said about the kit you haven't been down because you say from what I heard. Yes it isn't a nice kit but if you kept up with things you would know what kit the club will be playing in this season.
Why would they play friendlys in that?
New coach, virtually a new team, a reserve team and great results in friendlys what is Gary actually doing wrong?
With only around 8 reserve teams in the whole of the rugby league out of 30 plus teams were heading in the right direction even if we don't have a good season the club can't be blamed for trying.
Did you ever go down and speak to Gary when he asked the likes of you to speak face to face with him?

There you have it, Mr Churchill is the definition of keyboard warrior. I would agree so far Gary doesn't appear to have done anything wrong yet? Were only on 19th January!

Also i think weve played two fairly bad teams so far, if Batley are up for it i suspect a bit of a pasting im afraid. Still it all has a nice fresh feel this year and Im looking forward to going down more than last year, hopefully the same for some occasional match fans.

Quote: StephanieM "Fair enough, but I try not to overdo social media, even when I have time to do so. Also, my local rag is more about Huddersfield, than Keighley nowadays. As I say, getting to games on a Sunday from here, by public transport, nigh impossible, especially as I no longer need a Metro card that takes me through Leeds to get to work. But its nice to know when games are on, so I can follow scores, results and the like, that's all'" Stephanie, it's all there for you at www.keighleycougars.com I haven't seen the new-look team yet but am hatching a plan to get to Batley on Sunday. I hope I can get there because I'm encouraged by everything I've read so far, especially Tim's opening post on this thread. Could be the start of something good for Keighley at last!

Quote: StephanieM "Fair enough, but I try not to overdo social media, even when I have time to do so. Also, my local rag is more about Huddersfield, than Keighley nowadays. As I say, getting to games on a Sunday from here, by public transport, nigh impossible, especially as I no longer need a Metro card that takes me through Leeds to get to work. But its nice to know when games are on, so I can follow scores, results and the like, that's all'" Stephanie, it's all there for you at www.keighleycougars.com I haven't seen the new-look team yet but am hatching a plan to get to Batley on Sunday. I hope I can get there because I'm encouraged by everything I've read so far, especially Tim's opening post on this thread. Could be the start of something good for Keighley at last!

Exciting times again, looking forward to being able to get to plenty of games this season.

Thanks CDC, added it to my favourites list

What idiot announces a signing before he's signed?

Perhaps Eze (assuming that's the announcement you're referring to) gave significant confidence that he would go away and put pen to paper, a smart person could have made the mistake then of assuming contracts would be signed. Without knowing details I personally think it says more about Eze than it does about whoever announced the signing on the club's website. I'm not bothered particularly either way, it can't be changed and the club will just have to focus on what it can control and keep its eyes open for a player to fill the perceived gap. Also next time it would be even better if the club waited for a signed contract back before announcing a signing.
I'm still excited about the season ahead. Keep it going Cougars!

I think the only problem we'll have with Gary Fawcett this
season is can he afford to keep paying winning wages