BryanC Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 After walking away from the game under a big black cloud of disillusionment after the Bears relegation from Super League, I made the big (for me) step of coming back to the 'yeds as they were (almost literally) playing on my doorstep. It would have been rude to not support the bold move out of the OL postcode by the club. I have to thank from the bottom of my heart every one of you, (not only on the pitch, but in the stands), that has pulled on the red and white in recent seasons. My heart goes out to all of you. I'm not going to name you lot on the terraces individually (you probably know who you are), but mates I knew 19 years ago when I decided to turn my back and walk away, have welcomed me back into the fold (no pun intended) with open arms, and it has been so good to be remembered. This was a fantastic season and today felt on a par with that legendary game at Old Trafford all those years ago. A momentous game in the club's history. This squad is special, and has given me so many good times this season. (I'll get to the point eventually, just bear with me). All you who have decided to stay away (for whatever reasons), there's only one loser. Trust me. I know. After coming back this year, I'm gutted for missing all the good (and probably mostly bad) times that the people that I now stand shoulder to shoulder with at Bower Fold have "enjoyed" (is that the right word?). The players? Words fail me. If you saw their response under the sticks in front of their loyal fans this afternoon, you'd understand. I just haven't got the words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldham Forever Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Love this post, well said! Wonderful and emotional day for all concerned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutsiderLookingIn Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 I am like a wrung out rag....it may have been a rollercoaster.....but what a spectacularly thrilling ride this season has been! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Naylor Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Words fail me. If you saw their response under the sticks in front of their loyal fans this afternoon, you'd understand. I just haven't got the words. Blummin eck Bryan, what a post! I blubbed a bit and had to go and show your thoughts to my Mrs who did the same. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southampton Leyther Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Well done Oldham! A terrific achievement. Always great to see the Lancashire sides doing well. With us Leythers going up to Super League it is down to you and Swinton now to dominate the Championship and make sure those Yorkies know that Lancashire will always be the top dogs! I must admit that before the season started I had you down to finish bottom of the league. Shows what I know but very happy to be wrong on this occassion! Good luck for next season! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moorside roughyed Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Lovely post Bryan.I too walked away when they lost sheddings. I returned when the club arrived at whitebank simply to give it another go.Now I'm still here along with my son and we're loving it season ticket holders and all.Great init. So proud of the side today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roughyed34 Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Fantastic that Bryan C. Well said pal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOLTON ROUGHYED Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Got my eyes and nose running that Bryan. Great bunch of lads who would pi$$ blood for each other. The fans are pretty special too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz H Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Great post chaddy, great to late You back and also great to be back myself after 9 long years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Mac Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Bryan C, so glad you came back and that you are enjoying being part of the Roughyeds again. Tony Mac If you’re going through hell, keep going – Winston Churchill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moorside roughyed Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 I think we're all enjoying being roughyeds at the moment. It's great init. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D1041 Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 What a disappointing post. I thought someone was offering to pump a million pounds into the club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BryanC Posted September 13, 2016 Author Share Posted September 13, 2016 Sorry to disappoint. Would if I could though. (May change after Tuesday's Euro draw...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonderofwood Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 Congratulations Oldham on staying up . I know all your supporters are chuffed to bits and rightly so . The encouraging thing for the club is that this squad has actually under achieved this year and with a few more additions and consistency could really see the crowds returning to a heartland of rugby league . Well done again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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