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Widnes Chairman Steve O'Connor has spoken about the decision to part company with Steve McCormack one game into the Northern Rail Cup campaign.
"The players we have recruited for this season have actually played five games not just the one and it was hoped that with the squad we have we would have played more expansive and entertaining rugby than in 2008. Unfortunately this hasn't been the case and when I met with Steve Mac on Monday morning we had a very amicable discussion about matters but ultimately it was my decision to replace Steve.


"For the moment we are in no rush to appoint a new Head Coach and I am completely comfortable with John Stankevitch and believe the spell in charge will aid his development as a coach.

"We have not advertised the job as yet but have already had six or eight applicants including some of the names being mentioned in the media from both home and abroad. However, I envisage the process taking a number of weeks with the process including short-listing and interviewing. There will be five or six people involved in the selection process including people from outside the Club.

"This is an important decision for the Club. We need a leader who will take us forward and if this takes a while then so be it."

Sporting Director Terry O'Connor added, "John and I spoke to the players yesterday and they are aware of what they have to do now. It's not all down to the coach and the players have to realise they have let not only Steve, but the fans down. Being a professional player means that they have to make sacrifices and conduct themselves as a professional both on and off the field, it's not just about the 80 minutes on matchday."

John Stankevitch is looking forward to the challenge ahead, "I spoke to the players yesterday and outlined my position. Steve O'Connor has told me that he sees a long term future for me at the Club and whilst I want to be the Head Coach if that means continuing my development alongside a new Head Coach then so be it.

"Whilst a relatively young coach I have experience in this league and am confident that I can do well. I hope my personality will have an effect on the players and we have already had two good training sessions.

"Gateshead have recruited well over the close season and have a good young coach in Chris Hood. They will be coming down here looking to show our full time players that we are second best. Our players have to realise that every game we play the opposition will have this attitude and we have to be prepared to play from the off.

"For a number of games we have started slowly but this week I want the players to be fired up from the first whistle. I will look to make changes in the game day preparation and believe that these will have the desired affect."


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There will be five or six people involved in the selection process including people from outside the Club.


People from outside the club hmmmmmmmm
Widnes Chairman Steve O'Connor has spoken about the decision to part company with Steve McCormack one game into the Northern Rail Cup campaign.
"The players we have recruited for this season have actually played five games not just the one and it was hoped that with the squad we have we would have played more expansive and entertaining rugby than in 2008. Unfortunately this hasn't been the case and when I met with Steve Mac on Monday morning we had a very amicable discussion about matters but ultimately it was my decision to replace Steve.


"For the moment we are in no rush to appoint a new Head Coach and I am completely comfortable with John Stankevitch and believe the spell in charge will aid his development as a coach.

"We have not advertised the job as yet but have already had six or eight applicants including some of the names being mentioned in the media from both home and abroad. However, I envisage the process taking a number of weeks with the process including short-listing and interviewing. There will be five or six people involved in the selection process including people from outside the Club.

"This is an important decision for the Club. We need a leader who will take us forward and if this takes a while then so be it."

Sporting Director Terry O'Connor added, "John and I spoke to the players yesterday and they are aware of what they have to do now. It's not all down to the coach and the players have to realise they have let not only Steve, but the fans down. Being a professional player means that they have to make sacrifices and conduct themselves as a professional both on and off the field, it's not just about the 80 minutes on matchday."

John Stankevitch is looking forward to the challenge ahead, "I spoke to the players yesterday and outlined my position. Steve O'Connor has told me that he sees a long term future for me at the Club and whilst I want to be the Head Coach if that means continuing my development alongside a new Head Coach then so be it.

"Whilst a relatively young coach I have experience in this league and am confident that I can do well. I hope my personality will have an effect on the players and we have already had two good training sessions.

"Gateshead have recruited well over the close season and have a good young coach in Chris Hood. They will be coming down here looking to show our full time players that we are second best. Our players have to realise that every game we play the opposition will have this attitude and we have to be prepared to play from the off.

"For a number of games we have started slowly but this week I want the players to be fired up from the first whistle. I will look to make changes in the game day preparation and believe that these will have the desired affect."


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There will be five or six people involved in the selection process including people from outside the Club.


People from outside the club hmmmmmmmm


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Quote: -VIKINGMAN- "There will be five or six people involved in the selection process including people from outside the Club.


People from outside the club hmmmmmmmm'"


I found that a little strange too.

Who could they be talking about?

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Quote: Pepe "I found that a little strange too.

Who could they be talking about?'"


Let's face it.. the last time we were in a position to find a coach the people 'inside' the club advised on re-installing Steve Mac. I'm not surprised that he's gone about making sure that mistake doesn't happen again..

Like with pretty much everything he's done this 'advisory panel' smacks of pure professionalism on his part as well as common sense. If you don't feel like you have the knowledge.. bring in people that do.

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Quote: In EnemyTerritory "Let's face it.. the last time we were in a position to find a coach the people 'inside' the club advised on re-installing Steve Mac. I'm not surprised that he's gone about making sure that mistake doesn't happen again..

Like with pretty much everything he's done this 'advisory panel' smacks of pure professionalism on his part as well as common sense. If you don't feel like you have the knowledge.. bring in people that do.'"


Fair enough, but who?

And how does he know he can trust them anymore than his own backroom staff? icon_ask.gif

What does that also say of his opinion of the backroom staff too?

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He may look to Eamon McManus at Saints as they always get good coaches.

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Thing is Pepe, who are the backroom staff. From the sounds of things both Stuart Wilkinson and John Stankevitch have both put their names forward for the job. So I guess that resource might be running a little bit low..

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Quote: In EnemyTerritory "Thing is Pepe, who are the backroom staff. From the sounds of things both Stuart Wilkinson and John Stankevitch have both put their names forward for the job. So I guess that resource might be running a little bit low..'"


John Foran?

Pat Clusky?

Tim Holmes?

You've also got Steve O'Neil and Flymo there now too?





It's a damn site easier to attract the best coaches to Sintellens, so I doubt Eamon McManus would be the best man to offer advice, Vikingman?

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Quote: Pepe "John Foran?

Pat Clusky?

Tim Holmes?

You've also got Steve O'Neil and Flymo there now too?





It's a damn site easier to attract the best coaches to Sintellens, so I doubt Eamon McManus would be the best man to offer advice, Vikingman?'"



I just meant in terms of contacts in Australia, Widnes is still a real attractive job even if we are in the championship.

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Quote: -VIKINGMAN- "I just meant in terms of contacts in Australia, Widnes is still a real attractive job even if we are in the championship.'"


Oh right...

I thought we were talking about the interview panel for the job applicants?

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Quote: Pepe "John Foran?

Pat Clusky?

Tim Holmes? l

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I would have thought that three listed were about the last time that SOC took advice on the coaching position and would have included them in the 'insiders' list.
Even if they are on the panel I would not be that comfortable knowing that they were potentially going to be the people to decide, without having other more experienced and possibly more neutral panellists alongside them.
Quote: Pepe "
You've also got Steve O'Neil and Flymo there now too?
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Quote: In EnemyTerritory "I would have thought that three listed were about the last time that SOC took advice on the coaching position and would have included them in the 'insiders' list.
Even if they are on the panel I would not be that comfortable knowing that they were potentially going to be the people to decide, without having other more experienced and possibly more neutral panellists alongside them.'"


But, if he doesn't trust their opinions, it makes you wonder why he employs them?

The question is, who from outside he could trust more?

An ex coach perhaps?

Ray French?

Brian Smith?

An RFL official?

Until we find out who it is, it seems like a strange thing to do.

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Quote: Pepe "But, if he doesn't trust their opinions, it makes you wonder why he employs them?

The question is, who from outside he could trust more?

An ex coach perhaps?

Ray French?

Brian Smith?

An RFL official?

Until we find out who it is, it seems like a strange thing to do.'"


C'mon mate..There's a bit of a difference in hiring/trusting someone to look after the academy, work in the community etc than to be consulted when it comes to selecting someone for the most important position at the club. I'm a very good analyst (with a bright future!! he hopes) but would my CE consult me when it comes to hiring my boss. Probably not.

I get the impression that SOC has made an impact in RL circles and we know he has forged some good links with other chairman including Gary Hetherington etc I would expect it to be people of this calibre maybe.

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Quote: In EnemyTerritory "C'mon mate..There's a bit of a difference in hiring/trusting someone to look after the academy, work in the community etc than to be consulted when it comes to selecting someone for the most important position at the club. I'm a very good analyst (with a bright future!! he hopes) but would my CE consult me when it comes to hiring my boss. Probably not.'"

Yes, I never thought of it like that but we are talking about a great deal of experience in the back room staff - men who have been there and done that and have the shirt and badges to prove it - Ste O'Neil has even coached in SL.

Quote: In EnemyTerritory "I get the impression that SOC has made an impact in RL circles and we know he has forged some good links with other chairman including Gary Hetherington etc I would expect it to be people of this calibre maybe.'"


I'd be totally at a loss if Gary Hetherington turned out to be on the panel choosing our next coach. Would your company go to a rival company in order to appoint a new CEO?

As you have implied, Mr O'Connor has barely put a foot wrong and has brought a much needed professional approach to the club so far, so perhaps I should trust him on this.

I still find it very strange to invite someone from outside the club to have such an input for such an important job.

I suppose it may become clear when we find out who it is.

Good luck with you future by the way. icon_wink.gif

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Frank Endacott.. icon_wink.gif

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Quote: Pepe "

Ray French?

Brian Smith?

An RFL official?

'"


hopefully not a rfl official
who knows who them biased people will recommemd icon_lol.gif

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