Im thrilled to see that the team photo has attracted so much attention, for the record there are some certain requirements for an 'official team photo' as by the rules of the league, these include back-room staff on the photo so they can wear the leagues sponsored bench kits, and of course it is also recognition for the fact they will do an essential job for the next 10 months. Also as an 'Official' photo (call it club photo if preferred) you have the 'officials' involved which will be those in the suits!
It goes without hesitation to say that the best place for the photo is in the middle of the pitch with the main stand behind them......however when it is bouncing down with rain that is not possible for a) the photo looking crap with rain fall and b) the chairs used ruining part of the pitch.
We could of course have waited for the rain to stop but it was thought better to get the photo done in the stand instead so the players could get some training in as this may be more important!
I personally don't feel water bottles make the perfect team photo but before someone makes comment there again these are a necessary requirement from the league for sponsor reasons, i'm sure all will agree we don't need a fine because we haven't followed instruction!
I hope that clarifies a few things for everyone who has concern, the photo seen has been taken by John as part of the wonderful job he does of the site as the photo from me won't be able to go online till at least Monday for a valid reason.