phildog Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 So, we've had a bad season and it wouldn't surprise me if our players don't follow this site due to the flying flak but I would just like to say this; for a few of you it would appear that this game will be the last time you pull on the Batley jersey on this historic ground so won't be here to help put things right next time. On top of the season's ills we have experienced the sad loss of a real prospect for us, young Archie. I pray that we will put a few things right on Sunday, play with resolve and determination and put on a show of team spirit, the club, from Kev Nicholas down to babes in arms, needs a shot in the arm and some encouragement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toffeedog Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 Can see louie maybe turning up.to show his future bosses what he can do . I think brown suspended manno out for season as got 3 match ban . We wont able to compete in the forwards I think harrison day and Davis will create havoc .too strong for us I think be nice to get a result but not be nilled again this season will be good tbh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildog Posted August 25, 2019 Author Share Posted August 25, 2019 Not if he's at full-back, he won't be playing there for Fev!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind side johnny Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 It's just like your last day at work before moving on to your new job, when you put absolutely everything into it, much more than you ever did before. Oh, hold on!! Sport, amongst other things, is a dream-world offering escape from harsh reality and the disturbing prospect of change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Tonks Sidestep Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 2 hours ago, Blind side johnny said: It's just like your last day at work before moving on to your new job, when you put absolutely everything into it, much more than you ever did before. Oh, hold on!! Personally I put the same effort in EVERY day - I don't want the shock of not working to kill me when I retire........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind side johnny Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 3 minutes ago, Les Tonks Sidestep said: Personally I put the same effort in EVERY day - I don't want the shock of not working to kill me when I retire........... Well, I've been retired some time and it hasn't done me any harm. At least that's what I keep telling folk. Sport, amongst other things, is a dream-world offering escape from harsh reality and the disturbing prospect of change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gittinsfan Posted August 25, 2019 Share Posted August 25, 2019 1 hour ago, Blind side johnny said: Well, I've been retired some time and it hasn't done me any harm. At least that's what I keep telling folk. I've been retired over 2 years.It's the best job I've ever had.If it wasn't for my missus finding loads of jobs for me.I would be on cloud 9. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batley Bob Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piggy's mate Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Can't see us upsetting the apple cart in this one tbh. I had forecast us to score 6 on the Fev forum but it seems Featherstone are gracious enough to let us score around 12 so I'll go Dogs 12 Rovers 36 I'll be in Costa del Whitby anyway Touch Rugby W(h)inger and part-time Super Hero (Thursday mornings by appointment) BATLEY BULLDOGS RLFC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinb Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 7 hours ago, Piggy's mate said: Can't see us upsetting the apple cart in this one tbh. I had forecast us to score 6 on the Fev forum but it seems Featherstone are gracious enough to let us score around 12 so I'll go Dogs 12 Rovers 36 I'll be in Costa del Whitby anyway Enjoy Piggy. Without Brown and Manning think Fev pack will have a field day. Sorry guys I'll go 10- 46. WHERE DO YOU WANT ME TO SWIPE THIS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gittinsfan Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 9 hours ago, Piggy's mate said: Can't see us upsetting the apple cart in this one tbh. I had forecast us to score 6 on the Fev forum but it seems Featherstone are gracious enough to let us score around 12 so I'll go Dogs 12 Rovers 36 I'll be in Costa del Whitby anyway Shame you've missed the good weather. But then again I'm biased,I love the Yorkshire coast any time of year. Enjoy your hols. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggystyle Posted August 27, 2019 Share Posted August 27, 2019 Agreed there is no upset scheduled, but you have to laugh at the select games highlighted in the Fev marketing. Going back to 2013 but if you are going to visit that year why not mention THAT Flanny drop goal (and I don't mean against Leigh)??!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolie Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 21 hours ago, Batley Bob said: I'll ring headingley Now the test has finished And ask them to drop the scoreboard off at Batley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johndeere Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 To be fair I think it could be a Fev win by a margin It’s going to be a difficult difficult day just for the lads to get back on the pitch after what’s happened Whatever the result they need commended for coming together and getting out there to play Come on Batley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colinb Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 4 hours ago, coolie said: I'll ring headingley Now the test has finished And ask them to drop the scoreboard off at Batley Not a good idea Coolie. The Ashes test was scored by a staunch Batley fan...true....so it could be manipulated....if you see what I mean. WHERE DO YOU WANT ME TO SWIPE THIS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toffeedog Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 Not to get off the track of the post but if we do get hammered heavy this must show that diskin cant keep his job . If he cant motivate this team for this game then he must walk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Phil Loxton Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 7 hours ago, coolie said: I'll ring headingley Now the test has finished And ask them to drop the scoreboard off at Batley Give up Coolie. We get enough flak for having players from Headingley without having their cricket scoreboard as wellBy the way I think it will be a great game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coolie Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 16 minutes ago, J Phil Loxton said: Give up Coolie. We get enough flak for having players from Headingley without having their cricket scoreboard as wellBy the way I think it will be a great game. Well if Batley ain't been greedy and knocked the £5 in for other season ticket holders ,I would have been there to cheers Batley on.. But raising it to £10 was a bridge to far The tight lads of Earlsheaton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batley Bob Posted August 28, 2019 Share Posted August 28, 2019 http://www.batleybulldogs.co.uk/2019/08/28/bulldogs-v-featherstone/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phildog Posted August 29, 2019 Author Share Posted August 29, 2019 Everybody forgeting the 2016 Challenge Cup win, the 8's win.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
silverback Posted August 29, 2019 Share Posted August 29, 2019 2 hours ago, phildog said: Everybody forgeting the 2016 Challenge Cup win, the 8's win.... does seems a long time ago now, when we looked a quality side playing like a well oiled squad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill H Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 It seems to me that whatever the rights and wrongs and whatever the grievances the club really needs support this weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind side johnny Posted August 30, 2019 Share Posted August 30, 2019 On paper Featherstone should be massive favourites for a win: they actually have something to play for in securing their top five place and are a form team at present. Batley would seem to be in danger of end of season syndrome with little to motivate the players other than pride. However, a combination of the recent tragic event coupled with a lessening of tension just might bring out an exceptional performance. As Bi11 says this is a time for the fans to get behind the team in numbers. Sport, amongst other things, is a dream-world offering escape from harsh reality and the disturbing prospect of change. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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