Lazy Saturday Afternoon

First of all, I know I haven’t kept up with this blog for a while, but I only intended to write a few reports for this season, with a view to making it regular next season.

I’ve been working on another project, which will be revealed in the near future, so time has also been a factor.

I’m writing this the day after our play off semi defeat, at home to Enfield Town, and still feel terrible, which is nothing to how the players must be feeling.

The team itself can be proud of it’s achievements. Each and every one of those players got us into the clubs best ever position, and can hold their heads high. It may be of little comfort now, but I feel that we can mount a serious challenge for the title next season, and not have to worry about the play offs at all.

On a personal level, I have thoroughly enjoyed the games I’ve been to, meeting new friends, and visiting new grounds. I’ve also enjoyed chatting to opposition supporters, especially those from Harlow and Lowestoft.

After all the hard work, over the course of the season, it’s a shame that the last emotion felt is a negative one. East Thurrock supporters too will be experiencing this, after their play off defeat at Concord Rangers, with the winning goal coming in the last minute.

The play offs have always been a hot topic for discussion, and have their good and bad points.

Personally, I’m not a fan. I think the top 2 teams should be automatically promoted, as promotion should be based on a 42 game performance, not a 2 game one.

On the other hand, they do provide revenue for the clubs which, at this level, is needed.

So, it’s either Concord or Enfield that will win promotion to the Ryman Premier on Saturday.

Good luck to both teams, and to whoever wins, we’ll be joining you soon !