Smiffy Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 I think its a refreshing change after Holloway. Lets get the business done before we go and spout off to everyone and their mother what we intend to do.
filbertway Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 I think its a refreshing change after Holloway. Lets get the business done before we go and spout off to everyone and their mother what we intend to do. Exactly, I prefer to have it announced when it's actually done.
Mickey O'Neil Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Shakespeare leaves Albion Posted on: Fri 27 Jun 2008 CRAIG Shakespeare has today left Albion to join League One outfit Leicester City as assistant manager to Nigel Pearson. The 44-year-old coach joined the Baggies nine years ago as a recruitment officer before moving on to become youth team coach under then-manager Gary Megson and subsequently reserve team boss. He played a major role as part of Tony Mowbray's management team in helping the club win the Coca-Cola Championship title and promotion back to the Barclays Premier League last term. But after being released from his Baggies contract he will now link up again with former Albion assistant boss Pearson, whom he worked with for almost two years at The Hawthorns. Mowbray said: "We're sorry to see Craig leave. "He contributed greatly to our success last season but we didn't want to stand in his way. "I think he was genuinely torn over what to do because of the Premier League challenge we have here. "He feels it is an opportunity to progress his career from being a coach to an assistant manager. "I'm sure he and Nigel have got an ambition to get Leicester promoted and it's a good opportunity for him. "While we're disappointed he's going, we understand the reasons and we wish him all the best in his new venture." Following the departure of Bryan Robson as manager in September 2006 and then Pearson, Shakespeare took charge of the Baggies' 2-0 win at CrystalPalace the following month before the official appointment of Mowbray. The former midfielder also made more than 128 appearances in over three years as a player for Albion after signing in February 1990. And he is fondly remembered for helping the Baggies secure promotion to the First Division in 1993. On leaving The Hawthorns Shakespeare said: "It's all happened fairly quickly but it's been a hard decision. "It's been hard because of my respect and my high-regard for Tony as a manager and as a person. "The same goes for the person I'm joining at Leicester in Nigel Pearson. "These are two guys that I hold in high esteem. "I've made this decision for the sake of my own career and hopefully it will turn out to be a good one. "I've got very, very fond memories of West Brom and I've had nothing but good wishes from people. "I'm very appreciative of that and I've enjoyed my time at Albion immensely - not only on the coaching side but with the people behind the scenes and the supporters. "My 11-year-old son Jed supports West Brom and I've told him to carry on supporting them. "I now face a new challenge, which I'm really looking forward to." GET IN!
SussexFox Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 I don't want to TEMPEST fate but hopefully Shakespeare is on the way
lavrentis Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 I don't want to TEMPEST fate but hopefully Shakespeare is on the way I heard that he is on his way here on the Twelfth Night?
Daggers Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Meh! As Ultravox sang - "this means nothing to me..."
Dr The Singh Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Meh!As Ultravox sang - "this means nothing to me..." The late Kulwindr Dhillon also sang 'Kacheriyan che mele lagde'!!!
DJ Barry Hammond Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 What about his Sister? Will she be joing us?
Manager Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 If it were done when it is done, then it were well it was done quickly . . .
sham Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Will be appointed early next week according too BBC. SOURCE
surrifox Posted 27 June 2008 Author Posted 27 June 2008 oh that this too too solid flesh would melt- handy for when pre-season training starts
davieG Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Maybe they've yet to agree severance payments to the present incumbent and the rest of Holloway's cohorts in crime.
ASH17LCFC Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Does anyone really even care ? Only his number 2, like who was Holloways number 2 ? Why didn't he get any of the blame for us going down ? Because no one cares.
He's not bald Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 What about his Sister? Will she be joing us? No... she wants to stay with me!
Thracian Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 With MM's love of experience I wouldn't be surprised to hear he's been registered as a player!
Durnerz Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Surprised Stuart Hall hasnt had a say on this appointment.
Corky Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Surprised Stuart Hall hasnt had a say on this appointment. "Well now, that fine young specimen Shakespeare, so valuable to the Fosse at the Theatre of Crisps, looking to lead, with Knock-Off Nigel, the mighty Fosse back to the Promised Land. Ooh la la. He He."
smokey Posted 27 June 2008 Posted 27 June 2008 Like the sound of this Craig Shakespere and am actually getting quite excited about Nigel Pearson after having my reservations when he was announsed! Does anyone got any idea who will be first team coach? and who will replace Penrice as cheif scout and will Gerry stay as reserve boss? Im guessing ex Newcastle scout Steve Walsh will come as he is out of work but god knows on the coach role.
Sniffer-Clarke Posted 28 June 2008 Posted 28 June 2008 Who Did CS play for when city were interested in signing him just cant think who it was.
Webbo Posted 29 June 2008 Posted 29 June 2008 Mail Craig Shakespeare is expected to be named as Nigel Pearson’s assistant manager at Leicester after leaving West Brom. Shakespeare, 44, joined Albion nine years ago as a recruitment officer before becoming youth team coach and subsequently reserve team boss. He played a major role as part of Tony Mowbray’s management team last season as the Baggies won the Championship.
smokey Posted 29 June 2008 Posted 29 June 2008 Mail Craig Shakespeare is expected to be named as Nigel Pearson’s assistant manager at Leicester after leaving West Brom. Shakespeare, 44, joined Albion nine years ago as a recruitment officer before becoming youth team coach and subsequently reserve team boss. He played a major role as part of Tony Mowbray’s management team last season as the Baggies won the Championship. Any ideas though who is going to be first team coach and chief scout??
Benji Posted 29 June 2008 Posted 29 June 2008 Any ideas though who is going to be first team coach and chief scout?? G. Chaucer and C Dickens
Father Ted Posted 29 June 2008 Posted 29 June 2008 Any ideas though who is going to be first team coach and chief scout?? Hopefully Penrice will stay as scout - a proven man. Also, I like the sound of this Shakespeare although is it to be or not be that is the question?!
Cropwellfox Posted 29 June 2008 Posted 29 June 2008 Who Did CS play for when city were interested in signing him just cant think who it was. It was Walsall. Think we were going to pay £400K for him but it didn't happen. Around the time we got Gary Mills in.
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