Big_John_10 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Yes John but only by virtue of being one of the seven teams continually in the league since its inception That's surely an impressive thing though. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Woody1000 Posted January 29, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted January 29, 2014 I'm not having this, for God's sake don't start on BJ10 when he's being positive! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suttonpaul Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Good point Woody that Delph thunderbolt must have knocked some positivity into him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Its a great stat. It shows we shouldn't just be a mediocre team making up the numbers. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pelle Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Which of the other 7 teams hasn't reached 300 and how far away are they? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobzy Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Must be Everton and mustn't be too far away? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Id say its probably Spurs they had more midtable years than Everton 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisVillan Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Everton. 299. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daggy_333 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I think Newcastle are also on 299 iirc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 I think Newcastle are also on 299 iirc. But spent some time out of the league Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 The everton game will be the 100th league game going from the start of the McLeish season. After 99 games we've earned 106 points. I wonder if we've ever had a 100 game period that's averaged less points? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blandy Posted January 31, 2014 Moderator Share Posted January 31, 2014 Probably in the mid 80's under Turner & McNeill when Ellis was chairman. we struggled and went down - 44 points in 85/6, 36 points the next season (and relegation) - and they were 42 game seasons - that's 80 points from 84 games, add in games either side of those two seasons and that'd be the last time.You're right though. It's a pathetic and lamentable total.Perhaps the people who were around then (including me) remember that and that's why we look at the current situation as being not as terrible, whereas people who didn't experience that sh*te have a different perspective? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suttonpaul Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Well I was 2 in 1986 and I don't see it the same as John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvillafan Posted January 31, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted January 31, 2014 Well I was 2 in 1986 and I don't see it the same as John I suddenly feel very, very old. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troon_villan Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Well I was 2 in 1986 and I don't see it the same as John You old git, I was only 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Well I was 2 in 1986 and I don't see it the same as John So you have no problem with a period of 100 league games being so bad? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_John_10 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Probably in the mid 80's under Turner & McNeill when Ellis was chairman. we struggled and went down - 44 points in 85/6, 36 points the next season (and relegation) - and they were 42 game seasons - that's 80 points from 84 games, add in games either side of those two seasons and that'd be the last time. You're right though. It's a pathetic and lamentable total. Perhaps the people who were around then (including me) remember that and that's why we look at the current situation as being not as terrible, whereas people who didn't experience that sh*te have a different perspective? I'd say that's right. People have seen it before and seen us come out of it OK probably do have more patience during our current drop. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DamsonwoodVillan Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 100% agree the last three seasons have been a horrible horrible time for us in general. But is there enough evidence now, that with the playing squad younger and more energetic, and the finances in a more reasonable shape, that the next 100 league games will be a lot more pleasing?? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raver50032 Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 Keep the faith Big John - recent evidence suggests we can come good and improve. But crikey, we've had to endure... All the makings of toughened supporters... Up the Villa - go get a point tomorrow... You are more than capable. Even if you go three goals down... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villarocker Posted January 31, 2014 Share Posted January 31, 2014 (edited) Probably in the mid 80's under Turner & McNeill when Ellis was chairman. we struggled and went down - 44 points in 85/6, 36 points the next season (and relegation) - and they were 42 game seasons - that's 80 points from 84 games, add in games either side of those two seasons and that'd be the last time.You're right though. It's a pathetic and lamentable total.Perhaps the people who were around then (including me) remember that and that's why we look at the current situation as being not as terrible, whereas people who didn't experience that sh*te have a different perspective? I was a teenager in those days and was going to the games with my mates, rather than my Dad, brother or uncle. I loved standing in the right side of the Holte one game, then the left side the next game. Tried to get as near the front, and behind the goal, so we could get on match of the day. So, despite the fact we went down playing some terrible footie, I recall those days as being less grim. For me personally, these last three seasons have been the worst I've experienced. Sort it out Randy and bring the good/happy times back to our wonderful football club! Anyone remember/know a guy who used to make the Tarzan call in the Holte? I used to love it when we'd sing "Tarzan's in the right side..." Shame the atmosphere isn't as good these days. Edited January 31, 2014 by villarocker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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