One of the papers last weekend talked about Alan Shearer’s new regime for the footballers of Newcastle FC.*
He has stamped his authority on the place and rightly so… [He] has instilled discipline and professionalism… He has come in and told people what he expected of them… He is very big on punctuality and showing respect to each other. Everyone must eat together to forge team spirit. Ice baths are now compulsory.
…He has told his squad to put any partying on hold. “Do tell me if you see any of them out on the town,” [he] told reporters, only half-joking.
You know, I hope he wasn’t joking.
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* Which is no longer our local club. *Sob!*
Don’t be sad. You’ll be able to find a new local club that’s equally as good… *thinks of clubs in 60-70 mile radius of approx new location* OK, maybe not. Might be better to stick with Mr Shearer and his well disciplined team 😉
Jiminy, I hope he WAS joking. The thought of Alan Shearer spanking some big muddy footballer – ugh, it’s too UGH to be contemplated! I don’t want our idols to have feet of mud! Magpies may be mischievous, but they collect treasure too!