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Its not just that time again......
Its the dawning of a new era.
It was a relief when Michael Carrick officially became the new "Head Coach" just four days ago. It was almost overtaken by the announcement that former Manager - Jonathan Woodgate, would be taking over as First Team coach. We now have a Coaching staff comprised of Mackem`s, Smoggies and Skunks - all taking us to the Premier League!!!
In training and in his various media conferences, Carrick comes across as a man who knows what he wants. He`s a man who understands that relationships between players and also between staff and players, is the key to success. He made the point of emphasising the word "respect" - ensuring that everyone knows how to behave appropriately and valuing one another. Unlike some recent coaches - he is physically fit and focused on leading by example from the front. Even when engaging in training, he got into the play and made sure the lads understood what he wanted them to do. Definitely a "hands - on" man, he spoke of being "on the grass" [pitch], giving players time to show what they are capable of. No standing back and watching - he involved players and staff from the off.
His coaching experience began back in 2018 at old Trafford - alongside Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He`s no novice when it comes to working with some of the biggest and best in world football. Remember the last time we had Mourinho`s assistant doing a job for the Boro?!
Michael`s career is littered with success - five times Premier League Winner, a Europa League Winner, and a Champions League winners medal, plus 38 appearances for England at Senior Level.
Ironically, he started as a boy, playing for the renowned Wallsend Boys Club and even played for Boro - as a 9 year old. After signing for West Ham under Harry Rednapp, he was thence to join Manchester United - where he stayed for 11 years. No doubt some [if not all] Boro players will be looking in awe of the new boss. He made his debut for the England Senior team in 2001 - when some of the current squad were in short pants!
Carrick backed Woodgate, saying they "clicked" from day one. Asked if anyone else was joining his staff - Carrick was none-committal, saying things will take their course. He wouldnt be drawn on how he operates by one inquisitive journalist, who almost answered his own question for him. Incidentally - the press conference was the most crowded its been in many years - one journalist comparing it to the time when Boro signed Bryan Robson. The ticker tape on social media was definitely on overtime.
So its on to his first game as "Head Coach" - against Preston. We all know what happened last time we played there: it was the last game of the season and even though we were thumped - we finished 7th - though by a wide margin from 6th place.
Carrick admitted hes been watching the team for a number of weeks and already has a good idea of our relative strengths and weaknesses. We await with baited breath to see his team and his formation. Hopefully the confidence will be back - even Neil Bausor said - upon Carrick`s arrival - players and staff already had a "spring in their step".
We can start Carrick`s tenure with three points against Preston and start the climb up this table.
Nothing is impossible!
Up The Mighty Boro
Its the dawning of a new era.
It was a relief when Michael Carrick officially became the new "Head Coach" just four days ago. It was almost overtaken by the announcement that former Manager - Jonathan Woodgate, would be taking over as First Team coach. We now have a Coaching staff comprised of Mackem`s, Smoggies and Skunks - all taking us to the Premier League!!!
In training and in his various media conferences, Carrick comes across as a man who knows what he wants. He`s a man who understands that relationships between players and also between staff and players, is the key to success. He made the point of emphasising the word "respect" - ensuring that everyone knows how to behave appropriately and valuing one another. Unlike some recent coaches - he is physically fit and focused on leading by example from the front. Even when engaging in training, he got into the play and made sure the lads understood what he wanted them to do. Definitely a "hands - on" man, he spoke of being "on the grass" [pitch], giving players time to show what they are capable of. No standing back and watching - he involved players and staff from the off.
His coaching experience began back in 2018 at old Trafford - alongside Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. He`s no novice when it comes to working with some of the biggest and best in world football. Remember the last time we had Mourinho`s assistant doing a job for the Boro?!
Michael`s career is littered with success - five times Premier League Winner, a Europa League Winner, and a Champions League winners medal, plus 38 appearances for England at Senior Level.
Ironically, he started as a boy, playing for the renowned Wallsend Boys Club and even played for Boro - as a 9 year old. After signing for West Ham under Harry Rednapp, he was thence to join Manchester United - where he stayed for 11 years. No doubt some [if not all] Boro players will be looking in awe of the new boss. He made his debut for the England Senior team in 2001 - when some of the current squad were in short pants!
Carrick backed Woodgate, saying they "clicked" from day one. Asked if anyone else was joining his staff - Carrick was none-committal, saying things will take their course. He wouldnt be drawn on how he operates by one inquisitive journalist, who almost answered his own question for him. Incidentally - the press conference was the most crowded its been in many years - one journalist comparing it to the time when Boro signed Bryan Robson. The ticker tape on social media was definitely on overtime.
So its on to his first game as "Head Coach" - against Preston. We all know what happened last time we played there: it was the last game of the season and even though we were thumped - we finished 7th - though by a wide margin from 6th place.
Carrick admitted hes been watching the team for a number of weeks and already has a good idea of our relative strengths and weaknesses. We await with baited breath to see his team and his formation. Hopefully the confidence will be back - even Neil Bausor said - upon Carrick`s arrival - players and staff already had a "spring in their step".
We can start Carrick`s tenure with three points against Preston and start the climb up this table.
Nothing is impossible!
Up The Mighty Boro
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