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I hadn’t intended to run in Canada again so soon. But it looks like I’m in for a lifestyle change next year - one which may cause some re-prioritization of my time. So I thought I’d run again while my wife permits. :) I considered going abroad, but my real passion is the Canadian team.
As I see it, National teams serve two main roles: to educate managers, and to invigorate the community. As an NT manager, I am very conscious of both aspects.
I put effort into using the National team to build manager knowledge and skill.
- I actively communicate with managers about player development.
- I try to involve interested members of the community in the development of tactics. I find it helpful to bounce ideas off people, as the feedback is often quite useful.
- I almost never miss the match live. (I believe I only missed one live New Zealand match during my tenure - and many of those matches were 3AM. :P.) This allows me to post a “pre-match” description of what the tactic is and what it hopes to accomplish. It also allows me (and others of course) to make a “post-match” assessment of what worked and what didn’t.
I try to build community interest in the team through:
- active forum communication about National team events and happenings
- running National Team themed contests
- humourous press releases (ok, my attempt at humour - I am a math teacher in my mid 30s - it can be a little strained. :D)
RESUME
- 7 consecutive CPL titles
- 3 Voyageur Cups
- 3 seasons as Canada NT manager
- 2 seasons as New Zealand NT manager
PROMISES
(Unlike real politicians, I intend to keep these. :D)
- World Cup qualification.
- A depth chart so that managers know where their players stand, and player selection issues can be addressed before they become a problem.
- Full game stats (compiled by me ;) ) including passing and tackling data. I almost did this the last time I was in charge, but thought it might be giving away too much information about the team. But I don’t think so anymore - I think they would just be fun.
- Tactical variety. I like to think I’m difficult to play against because my tactics are rarely static.
- My full energy and enthusiasm. :)
As I see it, National teams serve two main roles: to educate managers, and to invigorate the community. As an NT manager, I am very conscious of both aspects.
I put effort into using the National team to build manager knowledge and skill.
- I actively communicate with managers about player development.
- I try to involve interested members of the community in the development of tactics. I find it helpful to bounce ideas off people, as the feedback is often quite useful.
- I almost never miss the match live. (I believe I only missed one live New Zealand match during my tenure - and many of those matches were 3AM. :P.) This allows me to post a “pre-match” description of what the tactic is and what it hopes to accomplish. It also allows me (and others of course) to make a “post-match” assessment of what worked and what didn’t.
I try to build community interest in the team through:
- active forum communication about National team events and happenings
- running National Team themed contests
- humourous press releases (ok, my attempt at humour - I am a math teacher in my mid 30s - it can be a little strained. :D)
RESUME
- 7 consecutive CPL titles
- 3 Voyageur Cups
- 3 seasons as Canada NT manager
- 2 seasons as New Zealand NT manager
PROMISES
(Unlike real politicians, I intend to keep these. :D)
- World Cup qualification.
- A depth chart so that managers know where their players stand, and player selection issues can be addressed before they become a problem.
- Full game stats (compiled by me ;) ) including passing and tackling data. I almost did this the last time I was in charge, but thought it might be giving away too much information about the team. But I don’t think so anymore - I think they would just be fun.
- Tactical variety. I like to think I’m difficult to play against because my tactics are rarely static.
- My full energy and enthusiasm. :)
I hope people dont vote for you so you come back to NZ ='[
Heehee. I really enjoyed the experience of being New Zealand manager. For it's size it is a vibrant community with some colourful characters. ;) But I think NTs get stale if the manager isn't changed regularly.
Being an International manager had a couple of nice advantages. No concerns about nepotism for one. I also liked not having to pester series-mates for player data. :)
Which brings me to one "promise" I overlooked.
- I will recipricate player data with managers I am in direct competition with (ie., if I will be playing your team and ask you for player information, I will show you the statistics of my NT players in exchange).
@ Raskal - thanks for the support. :)
Being an International manager had a couple of nice advantages. No concerns about nepotism for one. I also liked not having to pester series-mates for player data. :)
Which brings me to one "promise" I overlooked.
- I will recipricate player data with managers I am in direct competition with (ie., if I will be playing your team and ask you for player information, I will show you the statistics of my NT players in exchange).
@ Raskal - thanks for the support. :)
- I will recipricate player data with managers I am in direct competition with (ie., if I will be playing your team and ask you for player information, I will show you the statistics of my NT players in exchange).
I was going to ask you about that.....But it looks as though you beat me to it!
I was going to ask you about that.....But it looks as though you beat me to it!
What are your plans to counter your traditionally very bad luck in games where it counts (ie injuries to key players and sendings off) ;)?
:P My luck is just fine in qualification seasons. It only goes south in World Cup years. So I don't think any outlandish sacrifices or offerings are necessary this go round. :)
If elected, my plan would be to run again the following season to complete the Qually-WC cycle (and then step down so someone else could do the next cycle). This (seeking a second term) would be contingent on RL and how the team performs under my direction.
As Mr. Gibbage pointed out, fortune sometimes doesn't smile on me so much in WC seasons. Should I face another as NT manager I would have to do something different. Perhaps a new religion would help.
As Mr. Gibbage pointed out, fortune sometimes doesn't smile on me so much in WC seasons. Should I face another as NT manager I would have to do something different. Perhaps a new religion would help.
Seca go back to New Zealand. I'll take care of Canada for you!
Heehee. Thanks for the offer. :)
As I hinted above, RL is going to change for me next year. I suspect this next cycle (Q-WC) will be the last one I can manage for a while. It would mean a lot to me to do it with Canada.
As I hinted above, RL is going to change for me next year. I suspect this next cycle (Q-WC) will be the last one I can manage for a while. It would mean a lot to me to do it with Canada.