Hats off to Monk 23:19 - Feb 20 with 5495 views | 2face | I think it's safe to say that Monk has exceeded most people's expectations with some truly astounding performances beating Cardiff and schooling Napoli today. Not only does the team look rejunevated and in great spirits. But there has been significant improvements in some key areas like our defence and how we use the wings. IMO pretty incredible what he's been able to accomplish in a few short weeks. I can't wait to see what he can do long term. Just wanted to put it out there. A lot of responsibility has been put on his shoulder. And he's doing a massive job. [Post edited 21 Feb 2014 15:18]
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Hats off for Monk on 23:25 - Feb 20 with 4455 views | Molliemick | So far he has managed wonderfully. Tactically sound, closing down, every player working hard, loads of skill, excellent | ![](/images/avatars/0.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off for Monk on 23:25 - Feb 20 with 4424 views | Jackfath | He hasn't exceeded my expectation. | ![](/images/avatars/8659.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 23:36 - Feb 20 with 4389 views | waynekerr55 | agreed. To quote some of the players "training is buzzing again and isn't about Laudrup showing everyone what a great footballer he is" (which everyone knows anyway ( | ![](/images/avatars/8681.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 23:37 - Feb 20 with 4381 views | VetchitBack |
Hats off for Monk on 23:25 - Feb 20 by Jackfath | He hasn't exceeded my expectation. |
Me neither. | ![](/images/avatars/9508.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 23:39 - Feb 20 with 4364 views | Joe_bradshaw | Chico looks a different player and no theatricals. Pablo looks a bargain now he's playing in his most effective role. Our performances without the ball are unrecognisable from a few weeks ago. And that's just a few obvious points. | ![](/images/avatars/9110.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 23:40 - Feb 20 with 4354 views | airedale |
Hats off for Monk on 23:25 - Feb 20 by Jackfath | He hasn't exceeded my expectation. |
I was totally gobsmacked tonight at how few people left 5 or 10 mins b4 the end. Shames the regulars imo. | ![](/images/avatars/9940.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off for Monk on 23:43 - Feb 20 with 4317 views | jackharris |
Hats off for Monk on 23:37 - Feb 20 by VetchitBack | Me neither. |
I concur! I along with jackforever predicted he would be our manager one day. It was written in the stars! | ![](/images/avatars/8811.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 23:44 - Feb 20 with 4309 views | Andy1300 | We are back! I like the tempo, the closing down and the attacking play from us now | ![](/images/avatars/8746.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 00:14 - Feb 21 with 4199 views | Davillin | If I may be allowed to repeat myself a bit, please, by adding this to the above, with which I completely agree: The team were as very well organized and self-disciplined as they used to be. No free-lancing and skylarking to speak of. Thank you, Gaffer! | ![](/images/avatars/8692.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 00:18 - Feb 21 with 4182 views | builthjack | Good to see passion from the Manager, screaming instructions from the sideline, being involved in the game . | ![](/images/avatars/11048.gif) |
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Hats off for Monk on 01:04 - Feb 21 with 4118 views | headcleaner | I'd like to see a decent experienced director of football come in to offer advice and ideas as well as be a good influence in the foreign transfer market where monk might struggle. Or get some decent scouts in place. | ![](/images/avatars/8954.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off to Monk on 02:28 - Feb 21 with 4052 views | Natterjack | It's great to have our club back! | ![](/images/avatars/8796.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off to Monk on 08:39 - Feb 21 with 3901 views | dulaisjack | monk in charge has given the whole club a lift, under laudrup it just seamed doom and gloom , now get excited by every game knowing we are going to see passion and comittment, what would the last 4 results have been under laudrup would he have sent a team out to get in to napoli faces , so many points lost this season, we should not fear any one they should fear us. | ![](/images/avatars/0.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off for Monk on 08:45 - Feb 21 with 3870 views | MattG |
Hats off for Monk on 01:04 - Feb 21 by headcleaner | I'd like to see a decent experienced director of football come in to offer advice and ideas as well as be a good influence in the foreign transfer market where monk might struggle. Or get some decent scouts in place. |
This is a good point, IMO - the transfer market is one place where GM might struggle, however if we keep playing the way we have been since he came in and his stock continues to rise, that might not be such a problem in terms of attracting players. Where we might come up a bit short without additional help is in identifying "hidden gems" like Michu, Pozuelo, Canas and Amat and getting them in cheaply before the big clubs come sniffing around. | ![](/images/avatars/9443.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off for Monk on 09:22 - Feb 21 with 3816 views | Rancid |
Hats off for Monk on 08:45 - Feb 21 by MattG | This is a good point, IMO - the transfer market is one place where GM might struggle, however if we keep playing the way we have been since he came in and his stock continues to rise, that might not be such a problem in terms of attracting players. Where we might come up a bit short without additional help is in identifying "hidden gems" like Michu, Pozuelo, Canas and Amat and getting them in cheaply before the big clubs come sniffing around. |
Time to appoint a real scout then and not someone who's sat nav loses signal once it hits Teeside.I'm still amazed that Eric Larsen was listed as our chief scout.I don't think the club issued him a sat nav. | ![](/images/avatars/12549.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off for Monk on 09:42 - Feb 21 with 3795 views | jackforever |
Hats off for Monk on 08:45 - Feb 21 by MattG | This is a good point, IMO - the transfer market is one place where GM might struggle, however if we keep playing the way we have been since he came in and his stock continues to rise, that might not be such a problem in terms of attracting players. Where we might come up a bit short without additional help is in identifying "hidden gems" like Michu, Pozuelo, Canas and Amat and getting them in cheaply before the big clubs come sniffing around. |
Thought we didnt sign ML players anyway? Wernt they all Huws? | ![](/images/avatars/0.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off to Monk on 04:47 - Feb 22 with 3707 views | DJack | I have only one concern, which has already previously mentioned in relation to the vermin game. He spends SO MUCH time in preparation for games and therefore has very little sleep because he is so determined to succeed and I'm concerned for his long term health. I just hope that he can balance the demands of management and the demands/needs of his body as a burned out Garry Monk is of no use to anyone... especially himself and his family. Anyway enough of my drunken thoughts... STiD. Garry Monk's barmy army!!!! | ![](/images/avatars/9198.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 06:45 - Feb 22 with 3678 views | dameedna | Director of Football? That decision need only be made in Summer. Someone like Glenn Hoddle may be of use. Can't think of anyone else. Oh, hang on, Sir John Toshack? He could do a job again. Reasons to be cheerful, Part 3. | ![](/images/avatars/9547.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off to Monk on 07:37 - Feb 22 with 3642 views | Dr_Winston |
Hats off to Monk on 06:45 - Feb 22 by dameedna | Director of Football? That decision need only be made in Summer. Someone like Glenn Hoddle may be of use. Can't think of anyone else. Oh, hang on, Sir John Toshack? He could do a job again. Reasons to be cheerful, Part 3. |
Huw Jenkins is the DoF. One of Monk's more onerous tasks should he get the job full time will be to keep Huw's not inconsiderable nose out of player selection. | ![](/images/avatars/8802.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 07:59 - Feb 22 with 3626 views | haremscarem | He has done well, but it is early days... | ![](/images/avatars/0.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 08:08 - Feb 22 with 3618 views | Whiterockin |
Hats off to Monk on 04:47 - Feb 22 by DJack | I have only one concern, which has already previously mentioned in relation to the vermin game. He spends SO MUCH time in preparation for games and therefore has very little sleep because he is so determined to succeed and I'm concerned for his long term health. I just hope that he can balance the demands of management and the demands/needs of his body as a burned out Garry Monk is of no use to anyone... especially himself and his family. Anyway enough of my drunken thoughts... STiD. Garry Monk's barmy army!!!! |
Are you his wife? | ![](/images/avatars/9155.gif) | | ![](/images/icons/ignore-user.png) |
Hats off to Monk on 11:45 - Feb 22 with 3545 views | waynekerr55 |
Hats off to Monk on 07:37 - Feb 22 by Dr_Winston | Huw Jenkins is the DoF. One of Monk's more onerous tasks should he get the job full time will be to keep Huw's not inconsiderable nose out of player selection. |
^^^ This Brendan and Judas kept him quiet, but this is nothing knew. I know he used to collar Jackett regularly and ask him why he was playing certain players | ![](/images/avatars/8681.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 11:53 - Feb 22 with 3529 views | Dewi1jack | Not only are the team rejuvenated, but so are the crowd. No longer are we "sleepwalking towards relegation." The Jacks are back everyone. Be loud, be proud and sing your hearts out everyone | ![](/images/avatars/8901.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 11:56 - Feb 22 with 3520 views | Brynmill_Jack |
Hats off to Monk on 11:53 - Feb 22 by Dewi1jack | Not only are the team rejuvenated, but so are the crowd. No longer are we "sleepwalking towards relegation." The Jacks are back everyone. Be loud, be proud and sing your hearts out everyone |
I have to say there have been times this season when it felt remarkably like watching a Paolo Sousa team | ![](/images/avatars/8686.gif) |
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Hats off to Monk on 20:25 - Mar 15 with 3339 views | Glyn1 |
Hats off to Monk on 11:53 - Feb 22 by Dewi1jack | Not only are the team rejuvenated, but so are the crowd. No longer are we "sleepwalking towards relegation." The Jacks are back everyone. Be loud, be proud and sing your hearts out everyone |
How quickly things change in three weeks. Hopefully we'll bounce back over the next three weeks. | ![](/images/avatars/10558.gif) |
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