Obinna Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Glad to hear about this move (should it happen). One interesting thing about Straith is that despite playing at a low club level, he continued to be a mainstay in the national team. That is purely based on his performance with Canada, because players don't get dropped because of their club situation - they get dropped when their form is poor for the national team. This is how we can start players playing at low club levels, but also how Vitória (for example), stays in the team despite being starved for time in Poland. He's been good for Canada - not outstanding but simply solid with hardly any errors which I can think of. Yes we want all of our players playing and yes we want them playing at a high level and yes these are factors when it comes to selection, but ultimately if you show the coach in training you are important than he plays you. BearcatSA, Zem and shamrock 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boominbooty Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Scotland Professional Football League: Scotland (and Canada's) National football league. Ivanovski94 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 On 25/1/2017 at 5:03 PM, canta15 said: I love it how they refer to him as trialist My name comes from this great Scottish tradition, may it live on forever. Grizzly and Alex D 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 Just found this article http://www.royalgazette.com/soccer/article/20170124/straith-calls-for-canada-to-sharpen-up ted 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuzzAndSting Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 7 minutes ago, matty said: Just found this article http://www.royalgazette.com/soccer/article/20170124/straith-calls-for-canada-to-sharpen-up Good to hear him be critical of the start, that's exactly what I wanted to hear. I was also happy to hear Findley's quote on why Straith went in net. Speaks to Adam's character that he stepped up. “We always target a couple of guys in case of emergencies, it’s very rare, and ultimately [Straith] put his hand up and said he was the most comfortable.” ted 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David C. Posted January 26, 2017 Share Posted January 26, 2017 (edited) A few minor updates on Adam's trial at ICT: Edited January 26, 2017 by David C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shermanator Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 (edited) From the Inverness Courier - "No deal yet for Straith" http://www.inverness-courier.co.uk/Sport/Football/No-deal-yet-for-Caley-Thistle-trialist-Adam-Straith-26012017.htm From the Press and Journal - "Foran close to making Straith an offer" https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/inverness-caledonian-thistle/1152934/foran-close-to-making-canadian-defender-straith-an-offer/ Also this Edited January 27, 2017 by shermanator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unnamed Trialist Posted January 27, 2017 Share Posted January 27, 2017 On 1/26/2017 at 6:59 PM, matty said: Just found this article http://www.royalgazette.com/soccer/article/20170124/straith-calls-for-canada-to-sharpen-up Thanks for that link Matty, seriously. I could not give a fuck about BBTB but I don't see the point of nagging about a poster you dont like. You can post what the fuck you want, I don't care, and this article was good and surprising. all power to you for posting. Why would a paper in Bermuda, of all places, do a piece from a Canadian perspective? I was quite taken aback by that, suggests some quality editing in fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moldy9 Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 On 2017-01-26 at 5:24 PM, shermanator said: Fair enough, again people have to put focus on players actually being able to play at the clubs they sign with. And now that I think about it, should Straith's signing get announced, and should he get regular starts at ICT, it puts him at the top of the CB depth chart for the national team right now, given that Henry and Edgar's knees are blown up and Vitoria isn't playing in Poland and I can't think of anyone else who is playing regularly at a higher level at CB. Hate to break it to you @Moldy9 but you're going to be seeing a lot of your beloved Straith in the future. Better warm up the pipes for Faith... FML! Not more Straith!!! Regardless he must have a family connection at CSA. Jk But seriously. Good for him. I hope he does well and improves but that doesn't change the fact that right now he still doesn't possess the quality, skill, ability or confidence to play for Canada especially at a crucial position like CB or CDM. He's also slow and people zoom by him like a pylon on HWY40. Psychologically speaking check the two photos posted of him: coincidence he just happens to fix his hair all the time or just he lacks confidence and is insecure. Not trying to bully the guy just pointing out the obvious which may hurt the feelings of some of his supporters here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moldy9 Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 On 2017-01-25 at 9:19 PM, El Hombre said: Yeah, that's all well and good, but I saw him screw up once, so you're wrong. He's terrible. Don't believe me? Hold on, let me go get you video evidence.... Glad you saw the light brother! Can't put roses on crap and say it smells great. Since you have yet to put up the proof I got it for you. Fwd to 1:02 please Fwd to 56:45 give away when having time and just keep it rolling, followed by assisting Bermudas second goal at 57:20. and I know these are just three examples that people will say "I can do the same for anyone" to them I say 1. don't sugar coat it 2. go ahead disprove this 3. Go find clips of your own then. And don't try to ease off on him by saying these are just clips that I found: no, it's not just clips, I wish it were!!! I've watched him play matches for CMNT just like the rest of the Vs here and he just sucks, makes lots of mistakes and where there's a giveaway or goal he's usually the cause. The fact is he plays in a crucial position on the CMNT in which he gifts the other team chances when he messes up, which he often does. And seriously it didn't take me long to find these clips. Why? Cause he's consistently played horribly. I found even more clips like when he got zoomed past by Mexico in Vancouver for a goal or undressed by ESV for their goal. Good kid, tries hard, just doesn't cut it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCM Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) 2 hours ago, Moldy9 said: And don't try to ease off on him by saying these are just clips that I found: no, it's not just clips, I wish it were!!! I've watched him play matches for CMNT just like the rest of the Vs here and he just sucks, makes lots of mistakes and where there's a giveaway or goal he's usually the cause. The fact is he plays in a crucial position on the CMNT in which he gifts the other team chances when he messes up, which he often does. And seriously it didn't take me long to find these clips. Why? Cause he's consistently played horribly. I found even more clips like when he got zoomed past by Mexico in Vancouver for a goal or undressed by ESV for their goal. Good kid, tries hard, just doesn't cut it. This ain't the pros, bro. We can't just sign a replacement. We don't have anyone better or more suitable for the role. That's the reality, and it's not pretty. We are so far behind the eight ball, but most of the time we V's are too delusional to realise it. So you may rag on Straith or whoever else but they are the best we've got. Edited January 28, 2017 by BCM El Hombre, BuzzAndSting and Ruffian 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moldy9 Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 5 hours ago, BCM1555362349 said: This ain't the pros, bro. We can't just sign a replacement. We don't have anyone better or more suitable for the role. That's the reality, and it's not pretty. We are so far behind the eight ball, but most of the time we V's are too delusional to realise it. So you may rag on Straith or whoever else but they are the best we've got. You can't tell me he's the best CB or CDM we have or that there's nobody better than him. I'd have Edgar, Jakovic, even Lefevre ahead of him. Why we keep bringing someone back that constantly makes errors makes me wonder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 50 minutes ago, Moldy9 said: You can't tell me he's the best CB or CDM we have or that there's nobody better than him. I'd have Edgar, Jakovic, even Lefevre ahead of him. Why we keep bringing someone back that constantly makes errors makes me wonder. I personally think Straith is a better player than Lefevre, but they are both below the standard I would like to see on a regular basis. I said it before and I'll say it again, Jakovic is our best CB, followed by Edgar. VItoria making a strong case for number 3 with Straith his main competitor. BCM and Shway 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moldy9 Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 I feel Lefèvre to be underrated. He was solid against Ghana and he had good showings the last two seasons stepping in like a champ for Ciman last year who was gone to Euros and injured. Playing w Ciman (Belgium pedigree) and having him as a mentor helped his development making him a better player. He has more ability, tenacity, skill, and composure than Straith. Also despite not getting many games in MTL he's also learned from defenders like Nesta, and Ferrari. So he's been a steady work in progress being groomed and hopefully these next two years we will see more of him. Northvansteve, matthew, Unnamed Trialist and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Obinna Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, Moldy9 said: I feel Lefèvre to be underrated. He was solid against Ghana and he had good showings the last two seasons stepping in like a champ for Ciman last year who was gone to Euros and injured. Playing w Ciman (Belgium pedigree) and having him as a mentor helped his development making him a better player. He has more ability, tenacity, skill, and composure than Straith. Also despite not getting many games in MTL he's also learned from defenders like Nesta, and Ferrari. So he's been a steady work in progress being groomed and hopefully these next two years we will see more of him. I agree with all of that, and at the same time I don't think he's as effective as Straith. He certainly doesn't get the game time that Straith gets. I find Lefevre and Vitória to be similar, in that neither is particularly mobile despite both being more composed and technical. For this reason, I think Straith gets more time than both, but it seems that Vitória is making a strong case with his recent performances. I like Lefèvre for that 4th CB spot for the Gold Cup. Edgar is done for the year, right? Edited January 28, 2017 by Obinna Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matty Posted January 28, 2017 Share Posted January 28, 2017 38 minutes ago, Obinna said: ...Edgar is done for the year, right? Yeah he's out for the Gold Cup. It was reported that he isn't expected to return to the pitch until the fall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brethers8 Posted January 30, 2017 Share Posted January 30, 2017 On 28/01/2017 at 9:41 AM, Moldy9 said: Glad you saw the light brother! Can't put roses on crap and say it smells great. Since you have yet to put up the proof I got it for you. Fwd to 1:02 please Fwd to 56:45 give away when having time and just keep it rolling, followed by assisting Bermudas second goal at 57:20. and I know these are just three examples that people will say "I can do the same for anyone" to them I say 1. don't sugar coat it 2. go ahead disprove this 3. Go find clips of your own then. And don't try to ease off on him by saying these are just clips that I found: no, it's not just clips, I wish it were!!! I've watched him play matches for CMNT just like the rest of the Vs here and he just sucks, makes lots of mistakes and where there's a giveaway or goal he's usually the cause. The fact is he plays in a crucial position on the CMNT in which he gifts the other team chances when he messes up, which he often does. And seriously it didn't take me long to find these clips. Why? Cause he's consistently played horribly. I found even more clips like when he got zoomed past by Mexico in Vancouver for a goal or undressed by ESV for their goal. Good kid, tries hard, just doesn't cut it. skip to 3:15, some minor player for us called Hutchinson (or something like that) just Ives the ball away when he could make an easy pass and Mexico then score and essentially put the game to bed. Gee he's shit huh? Ruffian and El Hombre 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Hombre Posted January 31, 2017 Share Posted January 31, 2017 17 hours ago, Brethers8 said: skip to 3:15, some minor player for us called Hutchinson (or something like that) just Ives the ball away when he could make an easy pass and Mexico then score and essentially put the game to bed. Gee he's shit huh? Holy crap, that's terrible. He should never see the pitch for us again. Obinna and Brethers8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boominbooty Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 So is Straith finally signed with Inverness or did it not go through? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David C. Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 (edited) 3 hours ago, Boominbooty said: So is Straith finally signed with Inverness or did it not go through? No Straith signing yet, that I can find. However, as a free agent, I'm pretty sure that he is not limited by the transfer window, so it's still a possibility. Cheers! Edited February 1, 2017 by David C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moldy9 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 On 2017-01-30 at 10:09 PM, Brethers8 said: skip to 3:15, some minor player for us called Hutchinson (or something like that) just Ives the ball away when he could make an easy pass and Mexico then score and essentially put the game to bed. Gee he's shit huh? So are you insinuating Hutchison, one of the best players Canada has, track record to be constantly crap? Cause if you're trying to link your comments to mine you're mistaken. I think you and the Bad Hombre are missing my point. Don't know what's the love affair you guys have w Straith cause for CMNT he sucks. I don't expect players for Canada to be flawless footballers however if a player has continually proven to turn out poor and shaky performances why the hell play them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boominbooty Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 14 hours ago, David C. said: No Straith signing yet, that I can find. However, as a free agent, I'm pretty sure that he is not limited by the transfer window, so it's still a possibility. Cheers! Thanks. Much appreciated.I hadn't realized he was a free agent. David C. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brethers8 Posted February 1, 2017 Share Posted February 1, 2017 41 minutes ago, Moldy9 said: So are you insinuating Hutchison, one of the best players Canada has, track record to be constantly crap? Cause if you're trying to link your comments to mine you're mistaken. I think you and the Bad Hombre are missing my point. Don't know what's the love affair you guys have w Straith cause for CMNT he sucks. I don't expect players for Canada to be flawless footballers however if a player has continually proven to turn out poor and shaky performances why the hell play them? I was showing that you bringing up the clips and saying it's definitive proof is a poor argument because it can be done for anyone. That's what El Hombre had said, and you provided a challenge to prove that statement correct. So this is what I have done. i respect your opinion on straith, not everyone will like every player and that's cool. I like him, I think he's a good player and I watched the second Honduras game and he had a great game when he came on. Telling me I'm wrong for liking him cause he sucks is not going to sway me, nor are those three clips because the misplaced pass against Bermuda any player is encouraged to run with the ball there and then he misplaces his pass (which you say any player will make a mistake). I don't blame him for that goal against Bermuda, that pass to Melvin was fine and Melvin messed up. I means yeah it bobbled a bit but I like that he tried to maintain possession with his keeper (instead of giving them a throw in deep in our half) but I can see that others saw it as risky. The one against Honduras, meh. The midfielder should be moving to the ball expecting pressure from Honduras instead of backing away. Would you rather he just twat it down the pitch? Moldy9, ted, BearcatSA and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jordan Posted February 7, 2017 Share Posted February 7, 2017 Not involved today for ICT development team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pat Carrasco Posted February 12, 2017 Author Share Posted February 12, 2017 Any news yet on Adam Straith's trial with ICTFC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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