Monday, 10 May 2010

Interview with a manager - Leeg21

I caught up with Morley Town boss Leeg21 and he kindly answered a few questions:
Paddy: "Hi Lee, so you've been with your club since the very beginning, how would you describe your time in charge of Morley Town?"

Leeg21: "I would have to say it has been quite a struggle, but the hard work has finally paid off with promotion but we need to avoid relegation next season."

Paddy: "Last season saw your side stay unbeaten longer than anyone else, what would you say the secret of that success was?"

Leeg21: "I thought we were the strongest side in the division but the main reason was because we had players in every position scoring goals and a midfield that seemed to be able to create goals at will."

Paddy: "After achieving promotion, what are your plans for next season?"

Leeg21: "Our aim is to achieve a safe mid-table position, though at the very least we need to avoid relegation, it's taken long enough to win promotion from Division 3, to end up back there after one season would be a disaster."

Paddy: "What would you say has kept you interested in management all this time?"

Leeg21: "I'm a very competitive person and so have been kept interested in management because of my struggle to win promotion from the bottom division."

Paddy: "Gwilym Cullip has made an incredible 85 appearances under your management, how would you rate his contribution over the years?"

Leeg21: "His contribution has been fantastic, he is a role model to all our younger players and hopefully he will make it to 100 appearances and make him a true legend at the club."

Paddy: "Who would you say is the heartbeat of your side?"

Leeg21: "Mitchell Pennock, he has been a rock at the heart of my defence and as our captain he has lead the team to Division 2 with his consistently impressive displays."

Paddy: "You've seen Art Boyle grow up at this club and with 76 appearances to his name at just the age of 25, how would you rate his chances of becoming a legend in the club?"

Leeg21: "There is no doubt he will become a legend. Like a fine wine he just gets better with age. It also helps that he can play anywhere on the pitch."

Paddy: "What would you say is your management philosophy?"

Leeg21: "I don't think you need a management philosophy, some people have a natural gift for management, and some don't."

Paddy: "Who is your favourite (real world) footballer of all time and why?"

Leeg21: "Would have to be Leeds legend Lucas Radebe, he stayed with the club through thick and thin, a born leader and he displayed a loyalty seldom seen in the modern game, he had chances to move on much like Matt Le Tissier, but he stayed on to help the club that made him."

Paddy: "Which player would you say is your brightest hope for the future?"

Leeg21: "Dustin Wotton, he is only 21 and has already scored 17 goals in 41 games, he's quick and good in the air so he will only go from strength to strength."
Thanks to Leeg21 for taking the time to answer my questions.

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