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Title: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Railway Alty on June 06, 2008, 01:47:27 PM
anyone think this is a step forward?
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Alty365 on June 06, 2008, 01:53:13 PM
Might be best to let him play a couple of games before we decide?

Welcome to Altrincham F.C. Dale and good luck. I really hope you can establish yourself and have a very successful time here.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Jenga on June 06, 2008, 01:54:42 PM
Might be best to let him play a couple of games before we decide?

Dont be silly we can slag him off now !!!

Good luck Dale.

Can we bring someone in called Chip now - I can see the songs now  ::)
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: joe on June 06, 2008, 01:56:46 PM
Certainly found the net alot at Hyde but having never seen him play i won't pass comment on if it's a good or bad signing until i have. Had a loan spell at Droylsden last season but think he got injured so didn't play much.I believe he can also play wide right which would be good.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: markecky on June 06, 2008, 01:59:15 PM
Don't say we have changed the rules so you don't even get 20 minutes before someone slates you!

I thought the 20 minutes to impress was in the articles of association from 1903?
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: James Black on June 06, 2008, 02:01:02 PM
Don't know much about him but here we go Bolstering are attack up cause let face it we didn't have many options last season when Rod went so lets see what he can do over pre season



Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Narcissist on June 06, 2008, 02:28:17 PM
Errm....If you're reading this Dale I think we mean Good luck and we're right behind you!
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Ghost Of Red Pump St on June 06, 2008, 03:07:36 PM
On his day he can be very good, and is quite skilful for a big lad 6"2. However he can also be very lazy, to the point where he looks totally disinterested. He is also not the quickest. Was 4th choice forward at Hyde last season (5th before Gedman went to Bradford before christmas) behind Seddon (Northwich bound apparently) Tipton and Chris Simm and despite being tried in midfield never really got a run in the side before going out on loan to Droylesden who where very impressed with him in the few game he played. At one time 2 or so years ago there were rumours league clubs had been to scout him but for one reason or another he in my eyes as never really lived up to the potential of his undoubted ability. I d say it was a good move for him to give him a fresh start.

Ps he also looks knackered after 60 mins and hopefully he won t be going on any summer holidays this year or you ll still be trying to get him fit in October !!
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: markecky on June 06, 2008, 03:20:56 PM
Just noticed he is only 23....so could still learn a lot from playing along side Colin Little.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Darren on June 06, 2008, 04:08:07 PM
Has a car with private plates told Hughesy the reg no yesterday and he worked it out straight away who i had just seen talking to GH ;D
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Saughall Robin on June 06, 2008, 04:16:02 PM
Welcome to Moss Lane, Dale.

Just score 15-20 next season and lay off a similar number for our Colin and we'll love ya forever!  ::) :D :D :D :D
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Dougals Dad on June 06, 2008, 06:17:32 PM
I saw Dale play last season for Droylsden in a Setanta match: he was their best player on the day, looked impressive.  I think GH might have got a goodun here.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Foz on June 06, 2008, 06:33:25 PM
I saw Dale play last season for Droylsden in a Setanta match: he was their best player on the day, looked impressive.  I think GH might have got a goodun here.

I saw the Grays V Droylsden game on Setanta, the commentators raved about him in that game. I vaguely remember him, and thinking he was pretty good....

Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Ballers on June 06, 2008, 07:17:36 PM
He's been signed for us for over 6 hours now.

He hasn't scored yet.

Ergo, he's sh*t.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Altyant on June 06, 2008, 07:48:38 PM
According to the Hyde forum he scored 68 goals in 171 games - around 1 in three, not a bad record
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Butty on June 06, 2008, 08:33:27 PM
I saw Dale play last season for Droylsden in a Setanta match: he was their best player on the day, looked impressive.  I think GH might have got a goodun here.


Yeah, but come on, with all due respect to Droylesden.......
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: im not really here on June 06, 2008, 08:43:57 PM
Why is everyone being negative? We have all been crying out for a big powerful centre forward and now we may have found one. Im not GH's biggest fan but at least lets see the lad play before we dismiss him. I think we all need to give GH the benefit of the doubt (yet again) and see who he brings in and how they perform before we start to heckle.
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: AltySi on June 06, 2008, 09:22:25 PM
Personally, I think this COULD be a great signing!

Good Luck Dale!!
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: Narcissist on June 06, 2008, 10:14:44 PM
Young, hungry players from lower leagues. It works for other clubs, about time we gave it a go.

Good on GH, COME ON ALTY!!!!!!
Title: Re: Dale Johnson....Thoughts anyone?
Post by: RocketDan on June 07, 2008, 12:38:14 PM
anyone fancy playing a three upfront with senior, little and johnson?