Oxford v Witches 13th June

[BackInTheDHSS]

3 hours ago, Toady said:

I seem to remember someone from Oxford saying something similar about their team  but a few weeks ago.

There's no point in trying to reason with you when you clearly lack the basic intelligence to know the difference between Oxford's and Ipswich's situations. Hint - try looking at the league table.

[Bagpuss]

2 hours ago, Bash said:

Surprised we haven't got Scotty in to guest for King, but suppose he doesn't want to ride against his employers even though this is Premiership not Championship.

According to the No Brakes No Fear podcast it's because of a childcare issue

[Toady]

26 minutes ago, BackInTheDHSS said:

There's no point in trying to reason with you when you clearly lack the basic intelligence to know the difference between Oxford's and Ipswich's situations. Hint - try looking at the league table.

Ha Ha  you clearly don’t have any !

Edited June 12 by Toady

[siggysigalos]

1 hour ago, Badge said:

I think some credit should go to Ritchie for the guests he has got for different tracks tbh. I think we may have a blip when Danny returns,  due to his fitness rather than his ability,  so hopefully whilst the hunt for Doyley's replacement continues we don't rely too much on mr R/R.

Anyway, I for one congratulate the team for pulling out all the stops in their performances since injurygate hit us so badly. 

Great Shout on Danny, he surely wont be up to scratch for at least 2 or 3 meetings.

I have said we have got lucky with Guests, but maybe that should of been worded that Ritchie has got them spot on, we also must remember we have only lost 2 meetings all season.

So even with all the injuries, you are right we have definetly got ourselves in a great position, as iv'e said, id like Doyley's replacement in sooner rather than later, but i do agree it has to be the right rider and not a bad egg.

[Aries]

8 hours ago, BackInTheDHSS said:

Would you rather Louis pulled his finger out and rushed to get a number 1 or would you rather he took his time and got someone who would be a genuine replacement for Doyle? You're top of the league and going to make the playoffs, one or two losses at this stage of the season isn't really going matter in the greater scheme of things? Give Louis a chance and maybe he'll do the right business again - he hasn't really let you down over the last couple of years.

 

8 hours ago, Arch Stanton said:

They’re trying but it’s proving difficult. Just when they think they’re making progress and a deal looks done, something crops up and it collapses. So many stars need to align before a deal gets completed, especially for the top end fellas. Although it’s nice to finish top and I’m confident we would have but for the issues we’ve faced, but it isn’t vital. The cup final is in the bag, and the final isn’t until September, neither are the play offs. Personally I think it’s wise to muddle through with guests and rider replacement until a quality option further down the line becomes available, than to make a signing now that might not be as good just to get a full 1-7 out. The pots aren’t handed out until September. 

 

3 hours ago, orion said:

Surely there is no rush or need to replace Doyle at the Moment..Ippo have already got a top 4 finish..at thats all they need to do..They can Replace Doyle nearer  the time of the play offs when better options become available . Winning or losing to Oxford away at the moment is  really of little importance .plus he will be saving money.

Fair points and totally understand where you’re all coming from, but Siggy also makes a good point. It’s ok for those that don’t attend away meetings but there’s little incentive for those that do, to travel long distances to go and watch that side put out at Oxford tomorrow which in all likelihood will get beaten. 

3 hours ago, KevtheRev said:

Way unfair on Jordon.

He's average might be low at present, but he's on the pace and now picking up useful points.

Is it? He’s been woeful and I’m afraid the stats back it up. No point skirting around that issue. He’s lucky to still be in the team but that’s what Ipswich do. Leicester dumped Kemp when he was averaging far better than Jenkins this year. He’s a lucky boy. 

Edited June 12 by Aries

[Toady]

29 minutes ago, Aries said:

  9 hours ago, BackInTheDHSS said:

Would you rather Louis pulled his finger out and rushed to get a number 1 or would you rather he took his time and got someone who would be a genuine replacement for Doyle? You're top of the league and going to make the playoffs, one or two losses at this stage of the season isn't really going matter in the greater scheme of things? Give Louis a chance and maybe he'll do the right business again - he hasn't really let you down over the last couple of years.

This was exactly my point about this comment. This guy was desperate for changes to Oxford for the same reason as you(attending away fixtures)  and now he’s suggesting the complete opposite. Double standards I think.

[2ndbend]

Hope I'm wrong but I don't think the Witches will be able to cover R/R at 1 against an improving Oxford team.

[BackInTheDHSS]

2 hours ago, Toady said:

This was exactly my point about this comment. This guy was desperate for changes to Oxford for the same reason as you(attending away fixtures)  and now he’s suggesting the complete opposite. Double standards I think.

And your point is wrong (as usual)….because, as previously stated, you lack the intelligence to understand the difference. Your post above just proves my point.

Edited June 12 by BackInTheDHSS

[stu219]

11 hours ago, Aries said:

Jenkins has a GSA over 11 meetings this year of 2.84. Abysmal and he could have no complaints if he got the chop. He’s currently at 7 in the team, but he’s not the rising star, Thompson is. The fact Ipswich are doing so well and Thompson has been excellent, has took the focus off his poor season and bailed him out. The Ipswich team here looks poor, comfortable home win for me. Louis needs to pull his finger out and get a replacement in at 1. You can’t go R/R for someone like Jason Doyle and expect to win meetings especially on the road. 

So who is available to get in ?

[one of clubs]

This meeting has a Troy Batcheloresque guarantee for Norick written all over it.Score one point guesting and score fourteen for your parent club in the very next meeting.

[Toady]

50 minutes ago, BackInTheDHSS said:

And your point is wrong (as usual)….because, as previously stated, you lack the intelligence to understand the difference. Your post above just proves my point.

Ha Ha, my point was right  and you know it....You were desperate for changes so that when on your travels as a proper fan you would not be upset by the Oxford Spires losing away. You can’t  be much of an intelli gent if you can’t remember any of  that.

[BackInTheDHSS]

13 minutes ago, Toady said:

Ha Ha, my point was right  and you know it....You were desperate for changes so that when on your travels as a proper fan you would not be upset by the Oxford Spires losing away. You can’t  be much of an intelli gent if you can’t remember any of  that.

Maybe you should go back and read what I wrote. My away reference was in response to wanting more than just a good atmosphere at home. As a proper fan (unlike you) I want my team to do well, and that means making the playoffs and potentially winning the whole thing. Ipswich are already almost guaranteed the first, Oxford are not. That's the difference. Do you understand now? Ipswich can afford to lose a couple of away meetings if it means eventually getting a good replacement for Doyle, Oxford can not afford to wait and sacrifice meetings. It's really not hard, and I'm sure most of the other people that use this forum can understand that. Maybe instead of deliberately trying to argue all the time, you could accept that sometimes other people might have a different opinion to you. But you seem to deal in extremes, black and white if you like - and if people don't agree with you, then they're wrong in your eyes. Take a step back and maybe realise you're not always right. Then again, pigs might fly.

Edited June 12 by BackInTheDHSS

[GeneralMelchett]

8 hours ago, KevtheRev said:

Way unfair on Jordon.

He's average might be low at present, but he's on the pace and now picking up useful points.

His form in the last few weeks has been good - he struggled early on - he is the 2nd top BP scorer and 2 recent heat wins occured in the KO cup so not reflected in that 2.84 (with no BP average) - He and Rew are doing fine for now at reserve.

[Toady]

47 minutes ago, BackInTheDHSS said:

Maybe you should go back and read what I wrote. My away reference was in response to wanting more than just a good atmosphere at home. As a proper fan (unlike you) I want my team to do well, and that means making the playoffs and potentially winning the whole thing. Ipswich are already almost guaranteed the first, Oxford are not. That's the difference. Do you understand now? Ipswich can afford to lose a couple of away meetings if it means eventually getting a good replacement for Doyle, Oxford can not afford to wait and sacrifice meetings. It's really not hard, and I'm sure most of the other people that use this forum can understand that. Maybe instead of deliberately trying to argue all the time, you could accept that sometimes other people might have a different opinion to you. But you seem to deal in extremes, black and white if you like - and if people don't agree with you, then they're wrong in your eyes. Take a step back and maybe realise you're not always right. Then again, pigs might fly.

But that’s exactly what you’ve been doing your always at it.

[Arch Stanton]

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcpn7smv3#?nearestTo=OX4 (United Kingdom)&date=2024-06-13
 

This must be in serious doubt. 

[BackInTheDHSS]

9 hours ago, Toady said:

But that’s exactly what you’ve been doing your always at it.

I was minding my own business until you referenced me in this thread for no apparent reason! You’ve argued with numerous other Oxford fans and even bullied one so much he left the forum altogether…but I’m the bad guy. Haha, okay! You’re (that’s how you spell it) a pretty horrible person. 

Edited June 13 by BackInTheDHSS

[Aries]

12 hours ago, stu219 said:

So who is available to get in ?

Zach Cook. Not right now because he won’t fit. But any replacement for Doyle will be a maximum of 8.00. That leaves enough points to re-declare the 1-7 by replacing Jenkins with Zach Cook. Why would you not make that move? The only reason you wouldn’t, is if you actively trying NOT to win the league..

[MP78]

1 hour ago, Aries said:

Zach Cook. Not right now because he won’t fit. But any replacement for Doyle will be a maximum of 8.00. That leaves enough points to re-declare the 1-7 by replacing Jenkins with Zach Cook. Why would you not make that move? The only reason you wouldn’t, is if you actively trying NOT to win the league..

It does make sense to make a double switch - Would such a move push Dan T back to reserve?

[IainB]

3 hours ago, Arch Stanton said:

https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gcpn7smv3#?nearestTo=OX4 (United Kingdom)&date=2024-06-13
 

This must be in serious doubt. 

Leicester already off, on the same forecast. But it happened on opening night, Leicester cancelled on a forecast, Oxford ran.

Watching the weather cross the country on the radar could be more exciting than the meeting on this one! 

[szkocjasid]

On paper this meeting should be a big win for Oxford. But the Spires haven't been as good as I expected this year & Ipswich can still win when understrength, so who knows!