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Subject: Coach


Author:
Atkins
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 21 2011, 22:03:43 GMT"
So lets have a poll and see what names are chucked in the hat to take over the DoR?

I will start and suggest John Brian would be a good man for the job.

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Subject: An extra £60,000?


Author:
Standsitter
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Date Posted: "Tue, May 03 2011, 14:30:42 GMT"
If London Scottish get back up next season maybe we could let them develop SCOTLAND qualified players and share their RFU £300,000 between the other 11 clubs. Or £600,000 between 10 if the Welsh wanted the same deal?

http://sport.scotsman.com/rugby/Rugby-focus-Exiles-back-on.6760575.jp

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Subject: Under 19 Colts's Finals


Author:
PWEJ
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Date Posted: "Wed, Apr 20 2011, 0:35:23 GMT"
Does anyone know when the U19 Colts's: League Play-off final against Hereford is? And the North Midlands Cup Final is?

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Subject: Tuesday (3rd) & Wednesday (4th) Evening matches at Billesley


Author:
Comms Team
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Date Posted: "Mon, May 02 2011, 5:46:33 GMT"
Tuesday (3rd) & Wednesday (4th) Evening matches at Billesley

**** Tues 3rd May ****
RLF North Midlands Championship – Round 1
Greater Birmingham v Shropshire, Billesley @ 7.30pm

**** Wed 4th May ****
Houghton Harries Shield
Greater Birmingham U19 v Herefordshire & Worcestershire U19, Billesley @ 7.30pm

Free entry for both matches.......................

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Subject: Photos of the Munster game


Author:
Moseley Villain
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Date Posted: "Mon, May 02 2011, 22:22:18 GMT"
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27191834@N03/sets/72157626633199302/

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Subject: 32nd Moseley Mini Rugby Festival


Author:
http://www.everythingrugby.com
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 30 2011, 11:29:21 GMT"
http://www.everythingrugby.com/rugby-news14277-32nd-moseley-mini-rugby-festival-.html

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Subject: Brian Dick chooses his Birmingham & Solihull and Moseley team of the season


Author:
Birmingham Post
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Date Posted: "Wed, Apr 27 2011, 11:01:51 GMT"
http://www.birminghampost.net/midlands-birmingham-sport/west-midlands-sports/rfu-news/2011/04/22/brian-dick-chooses-his-birmingham-solihull-and-moseley-team-of-the-season-65233-28561878/

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Subject: New coach


Author:
Pedro
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 24 2011, 18:42:56 GMT"
Give Maggsy a chance!

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Subject: A positive idea


Author:
Rick Royce
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 26 2011, 16:51:24 GMT"
- though it might not be a brilliant one!

I remember a couple of years ago being part of a team that leafleted the area, advertising the Club. I can't remember what the leaflet said but as far as I'm aware it didn't have a great effect on attendances.

I worked the area around Billesley Lane, some twenty minutes walk away - and it was hard work too! I've no idea what other areas were covered.

I was wondering whether we might have a better response if we were to issue a leaflet that gave free access to one or two matches and made sure that every house in the area close to the Club got one - say within ten minutes walk away.

What do you think?

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Subject: 7s tournament


Author:
callum
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 26 2011, 16:21:20 GMT"
just heard that the 7s could be called off as there are only 5 teams entered,is this true and will it go ahead.thanks

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Subject: Why the RFU is short-changing Championship clubs


Author:
The Guardian
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 21 2011, 12:45:41 GMT"
http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2011/apr/21/the-breakdown-rfu-championship

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Subject: Munster match - result?


Author:
moseman
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 23 2011, 17:44:26 GMT"

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Subject: Ed Styles


Author:
Rich2
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 24 2011, 11:24:37 GMT"
Anyone know what happened to him.He played before Christmas.Does he have an injury?

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  • Ed Styles -- communications team, "Sun, Apr 24 2011, 11:29:21 GMT"
    • Ed Styles -- Rich2, "Sun, Apr 24 2011, 15:10:39 GMT"
Subject: Munster 'A'


Author:
jrh
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 22 2011, 18:36:07 GMT"
http://www.everythingrugby.com/rugby-news14117-moseley-v-munster-a-preview.html

Tried and failed to find the Musnter 'A' team for tmw. Any news on ours ??

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Subject: time-will-be-judge-of-ian-smith-s-legacy-at-moseley


Author:
www.birminghampost.net
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 22 2011, 12:15:16 GMT"
http://www.birminghampost.net/midlands-birmingham-sport/west-midlands-sports/rfu-news/2011/04/22/rugby-notes-time-will-be-judge-of-ian-smith-s-legacy-at-moseley-65233-28561840/

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Subject: Munster team v Ospreys


Author:
Mark D
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 22 2011, 12:26:31 GMT"
Munster: F Jones; D Howlett, L Mafi, P Warwick, K Earls; R O'Gara capt, C Murray; M Horan, D Varley, J Hayes; I Nagle, D O'Callaghan; D Ryan, D Wallace, J Coughlan. Replacements: M Sherry, W du Preez, T Buckley, T O'Donnell, N Ronan, P Stringer, D Barnes, S Zebo.

I know this is not the team to play Mose, but for those in the know, this may some clue as to who might be at Billesley Common.

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Subject: Munster match?


Author:
wonderer
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 22 2011, 10:11:13 GMT"
Any team news on either side?

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Subject: Season highlights


Author:
Camera Shake
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Date Posted: "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 20:39:04 GMT"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDfCXtyRJRQ

Note that the highlights look quite nice in high definition. If unsure how to do this, then just under the video window, click on the little arrow next to 360p and choose 720 - maybe click on the full screen option, turn the sound up......relax......enjoy

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  • BRILLIANT! -- welshexile1963, "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 21:25:47 GMT"
    • brilliant -- bryan b jnr, "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 14:01:26 GMT"
  • Camera Shake -- Rich, "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 21:30:51 GMT"
    • CS -- Gnasher, "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 9:23:03 GMT"
Subject: Ben Maidment to Cornish Pirates


Author:
Steve@Mose
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 21 2011, 13:53:12 GMT"
http://cornish-pirates.com/news/news-article/signings_2011

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Subject: Whats with the piper?


Author:
welshexile1963
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Date Posted: "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 8:22:04 GMT"
Why is the piper turning up at each match now? Also did anyone else think it very rude of him to continue playing while the presentations were being made on Sat?!

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Subject: Squad Strengthening


Author:
Westcountry Mose
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Date Posted: "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 21:05:49 GMT"
If the opportunity arises CABs Ryan Westren would be a very good addition for next season.

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Subject: Munster prices


Author:
Mary
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 14:01:26 GMT"
£5 for adults, seniors and students
£1 for accompanied under 16s
(No unaccompanied children)
£2 for seat

Season tickets for 2010-2011 accepted

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Subject: Some Random Thoughts (Part 3)


Author:
Gary
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Date Posted: "Wed, Apr 20 2011, 10:32:15 GMT"
I bumped into one of our star players from this season a couple of days ago and we had a brief but illuminating conversation. I'm not going to give his name but unfortunately he will not be with us next year as he is off to 'better himself' at a Premiership club.

It was interesting to get his perspective on Moseley and where we are in the great scheme of things. One of his comments that stuck in my mind was his view that finishing 8th in the league would have been like winning the league based on our current resources. He referred to our portakabins and, as we must surely know, this must create a less than imposing site to prospective recruits.

I got the impression from him that some players simply see Moseley as a place to come and get some first team action before progressing their careers elsewhere (and who can blame them). He also thought that Moseley had been exceptionally good at picking up players in this category.

I guess I conclude the following from this brief conversation:-

If we are to progress, the club's physical infrastructure needs to be better whether it is a 5,000 seater stand or a more modest initial construction.

I have no idea how the club's recruitment of players works but, bearing in mind our limited budget, we must heap praise on the coaches and others who have found players whether at the start or towards the end of their careers who have kept us where we are for the last few years.

This will continue until we break out of our bottom 4/6 position. If we want to make the breakthrough and become a top 6 club we will need to support the planned developments (whether we agree with every detail or not) or we will be consigned to remaining a bottom 4 club facing a struggle every year.

I've no idea who is involved in the process of appointing a new coach but I for one would like someone with a bit more ambition than simply aiming to keep us out the bottom 4. With that in mind the package on offer needs to include a vision of the future which a new coach can buy into.

While I'm on the subject of a new coach can we get someone please who can communicate with the supporters. Ian Smith may have been a great coach but his communication skills with supporters was virtually non existent. On the subject of Ian Smith and regardless of my reservations about him I thought he deserved some sort of presentation/vote of thanks etc at last Saturdays game.

If there is a vision to move the club forwards it requires everyone to work together and to 'buy into it'. The head coach will be seen as the public face of the club and we badly need someone who can pull together all sections of the club.

My apologies for rambling on! Just some randon thoughts following my chat with one of our (soon to be former) stars.

By the way what a charming man - best wishes to him for the future.

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Subject: Sam Yarwood


Author:
Comms Team
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 07 2011, 12:17:13 GMT"
Late yesterday the club received the very tragic news that former Moseley Colt Sam Yarwood has died.

Sam, 22, was on a trip with a friend in the lake district and got into difficulty whilst canoeing on Ullswater yesterday morning.

The club has expressed it’s deep condolences to Sam’s family.

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Subject: only just noticed


Author:
bryan b jnr
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 14:18:04 GMT"
i dont know if anybody else has noticed this, but this season and last season, when we played bee's at home, we lost on both occasions. and the score was 34-38. strange or what?

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Subject: Moseley v Plymouth highlights


Author:
Camera Shake
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 19:01:29 GMT"
itv.com have short highlights from the game.

Central News plugged the Munster game on tv tonight.

http://www.itv.com/central-west/moseley-v-plymouth95295/

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Subject: Entry price for Munster?


Author:
welshexile1963
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 19 2011, 12:22:48 GMT"
Any ideas on how much it is to get in to the Munster match? I thought I had read it was discounted but cant seem to find it anywhere now!

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Subject: Sam Yarwood memorial match


Author:
bryan b jnr
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Date Posted: "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 13:53:12 GMT"
Me and Bryan senior were talking about this whilst parking you lovely supporters saturday.

Maybe having a pre-season memorial match with bournmouth and all money made goes to air ambulance and mountain rescue(i think) those organisations that were on hand when searching for him?

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  • Sam Yarwood -- MCGB, "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 21:43:25 GMT"
Subject: Moseley 30-25 Plymouth Albion


Author:
Hogan
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 20:01:30 GMT"
Moseley 30-25 Plymouth Albion

Don't believe the BBC who somehow have the Half-time score as the result.

Congratulations on Supporters POS vote to Chevvy

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Subject: BBC/RFU


Author:
Mary
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 16:11:23 GMT"
The official match result sheet was faxed by the fourth official, as usual, shortly after the final whistle.

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  • Updated -- CJB1, "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 17:29:30 GMT"
    • Again... -- Sorrento, "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 17:36:49 GMT"
Subject: Moseley RFC departing coach aims to leave side in good shape


Author:
Birmingham Mail
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Date Posted: "Mon, Apr 18 2011, 11:32:30 GMT"
http://www.birminghammail.net/birmingham-sport/birmingham-rfc-rugby/moseley-rfc/2011/04/18/moseley-rfc-departing-coach-aims-to-leave-side-in-good-shape-97319-28539068/

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Subject: Moseley Oak


Author:
Moseley Oak NA NA NA
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 17:16:44 GMT"
Just like to congratulate Moseley Oak for winning promotion to Midlands 2 North with a very hard fought win against Newcastle.
Moseley Oak 35 v 12 Newcastle.

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Subject: Redingensians 28-14 Moseley


Author:
Comms Team
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 16:16:02 GMT"
Investabroad National Colts Cup - Semi Finals
Redingensians 28-14 Moseley

Commiserations to our Under 19 Colts. However, they can hold their heads high and can be recognised as one of the best 4 Colts teams in England.

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Subject: Congrats Chevvy!!!


Author:
welshexile1963
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 20:12:28 GMT"
Just wanted to say well done on winning the player of the year, very well deserved I enjoyed watching your fighting spirit throughout the season. Nice one!

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  • Seconded -- Red 'n' Black, "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 20:46:47 GMT"
Subject: Survey for parents with kids under 10


Author:
rugbygirl
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 20:32:44 GMT"
Hello

If you have children under the age of 10, please could you kindly spare me 2-3 mins of your time and complete this survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/VBLCSZQ

I'm trying to find out about support/interest for youth rugby in the Birmingham area.

Thanks loads.
Ames

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Subject: Photos from the Plymouth Game


Author:
Moseley Villain
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 19:03:19 GMT"
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27191834@N03/sets/72157626393153307/

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Subject: Photos of the Bees game


Author:
Moseley Villain
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Date Posted: "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 16:36:27 GMT"
http://www.flickr.com/photos/27191834@N03/sets/72157626516861060/

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Subject: Grrrrrrrrr!


Author:
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 21:28:03 GMT"
No more doubt what the FU in RFU stands for. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!
http://content.yudu.com/Library/A1rui6/RugbyTimes15thApril2/resources/index.htm?referrerUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.yudu.com%2Fitem%2Fdetails%2F319416%2FRugby-Times---15th-April-2011%3Frefid%3D13524

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  • Funding -- Gnasher, "Sun, Apr 17 2011, 12:10:58 GMT"
Subject: Live Score Updates from 3pm


Author:
MSA
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Date Posted: "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 12:11:50 GMT"
http://www.moseleysupporters.co.uk/Moseley_Supporters_Association/Score_Centre.html

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Subject: Some thoughts


Author:
Mark D
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 21:22:29 GMT"
We are reaching the end of a disappointing season and there are a number of things I would like to say.

1. I am sorry to see Ian Smith depart. I sincerely hope that it was his choice and that some of the vitriolic personal attacks made on this board were not a factor in that decision. Many have expressed their thanks and memories of his time in charge and I would like to add mine. Whilst lifting a trophy at Twickenham was not something I had ever really considered for Moseley in my lifetime, it was a genuinely thrilling day; in my view, however, the most important result in his time was actually the defeat of Exeter in the infamous ‘double header’ which not only put paid to Exeter’s title hopes and took Moseley to Twickenham, it was an invaluable 5 points which took Mose to the brink of safety in the relegation restructuring year. In his time as Head Coach, Mose often punched above their weight and at times played some beautifully crafted rugby (think Andy Binns’ try at Twickenham).

Last season under Smith & Caskie, Mose amassed well in excess of 40 points – sadly not quite enough to get out of Pool C, but a highly creditable performance. Yes, the play-offs last season were too close for comfort but the season was a broadly successful one on the pitch with 10 wins.

This season, Mose have rarely looked anything other than Pool C material. What was most disturbing in my view was that, at times, there appeared to be a lack of team spirit. It certainly wasn’t lacking in the play-offs, but team spirit is the responsibility of both the team and the coaches and if there were players or coaches causing divisions then it needed to be stamped out more quickly than it was.

The Glos link, in which Smith was instrumental, worked well for a couple of years. It was meant to last three years (the first being not overly satisfactory) before Mose went full-time/stood on their two feet. That is essentially what happened this season and, arguably, Mose and its budget found its own level. I don’t know who’s idea it was to have a Moseley pack, but it certainly paid big dividends.

I do not know whether Smith’s departure will be beneficial – I will reserve judgment until I see who the replacement is and what improvement there is.
Who should it be? How about the England 7s coach with John White as back up if he keeps the 7s job and is away on occasions? Whoever it is needs to do the sort of job that Bester has done at Roth. The budget is not likely to grow miraculously and it is a case of making the most of what you’ve got.

2. The stand needs to be built. At Bournbrook, no bar meant practically no income. At Billesley, the bar has enabled progress on the pitch because it has brought income which has helped the club to run at broadly break even (with no little help from Dave Warren). Finding the finance to build it is tough in any environment, let alone the deepest recession since the 1930s, but this is the most likely way that the club can move forward financially and needs to happen. Donny had lottery funding for Castle Park, but the lottery seems pushed towards the Olympics. Edgbaston was rebuilt with a large loan from the Council, but that was an economic loan as Test matches and ODIs bring substantial revenue to the city – sadly, Moseley are not going to do that in the near future.

3. The club would not exist without the likes of Dave Warren, Alan Adam and co. For people to hold opinions about them is one thing, but the lack of gratefulness from some beggars belief. I believe that if someone with the ability to invest in the club came forward tomorrow, they would be welcomed with open arms. Rugby, and Moseley in particular, needs people like this.

4. We all want the best for Moseley, but when people criticise they need to be constructive about it. “Smith out”, “Adam out”, just doesn’t cut it and puts people off both the message board and the club. I would never want to stop debate, but it would be great if the level of debate were raised a level or two and got above the personal attacks of which some are so fond. It is interesting how the AGM is always conducted in a civilised manner – let’s try to keep the board that way too.

5. Apologies for the length of this missive.

Come on Mose!

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  • Very good points. -- welshexile1963, "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 21:47:45 GMT"
    • well said -- steve p, "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 10:02:49 GMT"
    • The club -- Rich2, "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 10:47:26 GMT"
  • Good Points -- Bob, "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 22:04:09 GMT"
Subject: Plymouth Albion's Steve Johns: We don't want to finish with a defeat


Author:
this is Plymouth
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Date Posted: "Tue, Apr 12 2011, 13:59:23 GMT"
http://www.thisisplymouth.co.uk/parfc/albion/Johns-don-t-want-finish-defeat/article-3434588-detail/article.html

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Subject: Moseley Oak


Author:
Jack Richards
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 20:39:27 GMT"
Moseley Oak play their final league fixture of the season against Newcastle (Staffs) tomorrow on the common, in an effort to achieve promotion to Mids 2. The game kicks off at 3pm which does clash with the first team fixture. However any support really would be greatly appreciated, so if possible please make the short walk across only if for a while, to get behind the lads and offer your encouragement! Thanks

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  • moseley -- Bill, "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 21:48:07 GMT"
    • Oak -- Mose123, "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 21:57:50 GMT"
      • Oak Pitch -- Oak Watcher, "Sat, Apr 16 2011, 7:49:12 GMT"
Subject: Changes to playing management


Author:
Communications Team
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 14 2011, 18:22:12 GMT"
The club is restructering its playing management for next season.

Negotiations are at an advanced stage for the appointment a full time strength and conditioning coach who will be responsible for the continuous fitness and monitoring of all full time and part time players in a more full time professional environment at the club.

Head Coach Ian Smith will be leaving to pursue other options elsewhere and a full time Director of Rugby/Head Coach who will be based at Billesley is being appointed. The specifications for this post will be confirmed shortly and applications (in strict confidence) will be invited. The appointment will be made well in advance of pre season training which will commence in mid June. Meanwhile the bulk of the current squad are in the process of being offered contracts to build upon the development in performance made towards the end of the season. In addition the squad will also be strengthened were considered necessary.

The club would like to place on record its appreciation of the invaluable service which Ian Smith has given over the last seven years. Along with Don Caskie and latterly with Kevin Maggs this season, Ian has developed the team into a respected side in the Championship from a lowly position in the third tier of English rugby when he arrived. The winning of the EDF Trophy at Twickenham was a highlight of his time in charge and provided some wonderful memories to Moseley people.

Ian will always be welcome at Billesley and the club wishes his well in the future and looks forward to seeing him at the club when he is able. Meanwhile we would encourage everyone to be at the Plymouth game on Saturday to give him a well deserved send off from his last Championship game in charge of Moseley.

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Subject: Support


Author:
Neil2468
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 20:07:51 GMT"
Lets get behind the boys and Ian Saturday

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Subject: Change is needed


Author:
Foghorn
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Date Posted: "Wed, Apr 13 2011, 19:07:33 GMT"
Yes, I am relieved we’ve avoided the drop and in so doing have despatched Bees to a more appropriate place, albeit 12 months late [and yes Moseley’s performance at the end of last season still rankles]. Me, and several other ‘die hards’ would support Moseley in whatever tier of English rugby they found themselves in – but just what are Alan Adam and John Beale etc going to do to keep us where we currently are!

Far from the ‘Revival Continuing’, it has floundered and has to date only been kept afloat by clubs in similar situations such as Coventry and Bees being relegated before us. Next season Moseley will be the whipping boys and will get relegated if those with the power continue to keep their heads buried in the sand and make the wrong decisions.

While it seems to me heresy to talk about changing the Coaching Staff, why should this be? There is no doubt that Ian Smith has been very good for the Club, taking us to Twickenham and winning a Trophy, but that was 3 seasons ago, what has the team achieved since? I am fully aware that there have been structural changes in our league, but when did we regularly beat teams in the top 3, or the next 3 for that matter. The vast majority of our performances have been dire, turgid affairs, lacking any idea of what’s required to effectively compete at the required level. I’ve had to witness several home games were we’ve conceded 3 scores before some of the Committee have even taken their seats. Enough. Ian’s time has come, as has that of Kevin Maggs who has had no discernible impact this season that I can see.

The Club needs to put aside thoughts of an ‘x’ thousand seater new stand, updating an embarrassment of a Club Shop [is it 3 or 4 kit suppliers in the last 3 years?] and bleak website, improvements to the ground’s infrastructure and floodlights, and focus clearly and concisely on one thing - improving the playing record. For that we need a new, fresh and dynamic Coaching Staff, who can pull together those players that stay and the new ones that hopefully join into an effective winning team. If the same old tired faces remain, it’s certain we’ll soon be renewing our old rivalries with Cov and Bees.

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Subject: team for Plymouth match


Author:
John Caves
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 15:22:37 GMT"
Forwards -

Craig VOISEY/ Adam CAVES/ Terry SIGLEY/ Paul SPIVEY/ Richard STOTT/ Michael MALTMAN/ Chevvy PENNYCOOK/ Ben MAIDMENT

Backs -

Gareth TAYLOR/ Brad DAVIES/ Olly THOMAS/ David BISHOP/ Bevon ARMITAGE/ Nathan BRESSINGTON/ Anthony CARTER


Replacements -

Nathan WILLIAMS/ George WARNER/ David LYONS/ Ben PONS/ Ryan De La HARPE/ Christopher BISHAY/ Andrew BORGEN

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Subject: Moseley star Ryan De La Harpe looks to make mark on international set-up


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Birmingham Post
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 15:29:49 GMT"
http://www.birminghampost.net/midlands-birmingham-sport/west-midlands-sports/rfu-news/2011/04/15/moseley-star-ryan-de-la-harpe-looks-to-make-mark-on-international-set-up-65233-28517091/

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Subject: Moseley Colts look to progress to final of Investabroad Properties National Colts Cup


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Birmingham Mail
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 13:13:34 GMT"
http://www.birminghammail.net/birmingham-sport/birmingham-rfc-rugby/moseley-rfc/2011/04/15/moseley-colts-look-to-progress-to-final-of-investabroad-properties-national-colts-cup-97319-28524852/

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Subject: Just a suggestion


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Lou
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 7:21:16 GMT"
Just a suggestion for next season could something be done on message board so that users have a proper log in and use their own name. Might solve some problems that seem aparrent e.g people using other users names.

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Subject: Another departure


Author:
birminghampost.net
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 14 2011, 21:12:28 GMT"
Farewell Mark, and Thanks

http://www.birminghampost.net/midlands-birmingham-sport/west-midlands-sports/rfu-news/2011/04/14/moseley-stalwart-mark-evans-announces-retirement-from-semi-professional-rugby-65233-28517090/

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Subject: New man


Author:
Glosoldspot
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Date Posted: "Fri, Apr 15 2011, 7:46:30 GMT"
At last he has gone he had lost the players confidence some time ago I believe so no prob with him going bring on the new man. I think it would be a mistake using some one at the club need an exciting new coach. Any one with me

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Subject: Saturday 23 April - Moseley vs Munster A?!?!?


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Steve@Mose
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 14 2011, 15:41:21 GMT"
Gawd.....will I explain my late arrival for Easter to The Girlfriend?!?

Nice one Mose.

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Subject: next season


Author:
interweb surfer
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Date Posted: "Wed, Apr 13 2011, 20:17:10 GMT"
http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,19133_6869025,00.html

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,19133_6869006,00.html

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,19133_6869091,00.html

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,19133_6867065,00.html

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,19133_6867075,00.html

and before you bite my head of I know we were only safe from the drop on Sunday (i was there) but it does highlight that other teams are building for next season and have probably been for sometime, something we can not do if we dont know which division we will be in.

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Subject: Moseley Supporters Player of the Season 2010-2011


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MSA
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Date Posted: "Wed, Mar 09 2011, 19:16:15 GMT"
Now that we know the date of our last home game of the season we have set the timescale for voting for the Moseley Supporters Player of the season. The award, Lionel Moriaty Golden Boot, shall be awarded to the winning player after the final home game of the season against Plymouth Albion on Saturday 16th April. Voting shall begin this Friday (11th March) to coincide with our first playoff game, away against Plymouth Albion. Voting will then end at midday on Thursday 14th April.

The way you vote this year has slightly changed. The main vote will be available from the MSA website, find the link on the homepage. For all those without an Internet connection, a ballot box will be available in the clubhouse, on the MSA table, for the two home playoff fixtures against Birmingham & Solihull and Esher.

There are, of course, a few rules.
- One vote per person only.
- Voters must have seen Moseley 1st XV play more than once this season.
- Non Internet users can vote at the first two home playoff fixtures against Birmingham & Solihull and Esher using ballot papers provided (please do help your friends by ensuring that any supporter you know, who is not an Internet user, is aware of this)
- Eligible players are those who have played for the 1st XV in the 2010/11 season up to and including 10th April 2011. These can be found online and on the reverse of the ballot paper.
- Closing date is Thursday 14th April at midday. Any votes received after this time shall not be counted.

The MSA would like to say a huge thank you to Roger Hildreth, John Clayton, Bryan Skeeles, Terry Davies and Dave Bettis for running the award whilst the MSA was away.

Happy voting :)

Here's the link to our page : www.moseleysupporters.co.uk

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Subject: Rugby Notes: Birmingham & Solihull relegation the right end by the wrong means


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Birmingham Post
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Date Posted: "Thu, Apr 14 2011, 10:56:16 GMT"
http://www.birminghampost.net/midlands-birmingham-sport/sports-columnists/brian-dick-rugby/2011/04/14/rugby-notes-birmingham-solihull-relegation-the-right-end-by-the-wrong-means-65233-28517092/

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