(19 Aug 2013, 9:18 pm)Adam wrote Re-Gateshead
I was surprised to see Smith appointed last December. He only managed two teams beforehand, Chester-le-Street Town and then Gateshead's reserve squad.
Last season was very tough for us but our demise wasn't all down to the team and manager. As I'm sure you're all aware, the pitch at the International Stadium had significant problems, forcing us to play "home" matches at other grounds, including Middlesbrough, Carlisle, Hartlepool and even Boston!
Bogie did do well at the club, but I do agree that he took them as far as he could. Indeed our target is to make a return to the Football League, but for me, Bogie never had that aspect/quality to get us there.
As a replacement for Smith, I think Gary Mills would be up to the job. He managed York City when they won their promotion into League 2, so does have experience. Also, AFC Wimbledon's former manager, Terry Brown, is a good candidate. He managed them when they were promoted.
So far this season, we've played 3 and lost 3 and are officially the first club with a managerial casualty for this season.
Things can only get better
Those two are the type of managers Gateshead should be going for.
Whether they are the right men for the job, is another thing - but they have the experience.
On a different note, do you know if Luke Carr has left on loan, or on a permanent basis?