Don McLardy resigns

[1 red eye 1 blue eye 771]

Thank you Don, it must have been extremely difficult at times. I wish you well and hope we all see the on field success we crave.

[mjt 640]

Yes the Health of Geoff Freeman bothers me...i first read it a few weeks back.

We need strength not more health scares...no offense Geoff at all.

it is concerning, I wonder who's going to be on Jeffs ticket, interesting times, and mouth pieces like RPFC thought it was going to be a smooth transition with Freeman, he doesn't even know if he wants the job, I would say Jeffs ticket is more than a pipe dream.

[DeeSpencer 26,091]

Why in hell did Freeman come on to this board if he's not committed to be the next president.

We don't need an egg we need the bacon. Fully committed no excuses.

Can we have a full blown presidential election at the end of this year. Two tickets head to head and a proper decision.

[junk 342]

If it is true,others should follow suit.

I fully agree with Robert Walls player de-listings.

[norwood_demon 196]

I would like to add to the calls of thanks & best wishes to Don McLardy. He was bequeathed an unenviable task which only got harder as time passed. As an ordinary member, I was always confident that Don had the best interests of MFC at heart despite whether one agreed or disagreed with his Board's actions & our current travails. We should all appreciate his efforts as a true Demon.

Hanging on my office wall, I have my certificate for being an MFC member for 10 consecutive years (which I received after 18 years of continuous membership!) It is signed by Don McLardy, Cameron Schwab & Mark Neeld. Will it become a collectors' item?

[Sir Why You Little 37,242]

it is concerning, I wonder who's going to be on Jeffs ticket, interesting times, and mouth pieces like RPFC thought it was going to be a smooth transition with Freeman, he doesn't even know if he wants the job, I would say Jeffs ticket is more than a pipe dream.

i think Jeff is deadly serious...i want to know who is to be on his ticket.

[rpfc 28,843]

it is concerning, I wonder who's going to be on Jeffs ticket, interesting times, and mouth pieces like RPFC thought it was going to be a smooth transition with Freeman, he doesn't even know if he wants the job, I would say Jeffs ticket is more than a pipe dream.

I would love for you to find the post where I said Freeman would take over the Presidency. I have said he would be a number of options.

But you are right that I said we would have a smooth transition with McLardy stepping down without the need for a spill.

Very pleasing to see the positive comments for a Demon who gave his time and effort for the club.

The renewal continues.

[Choko 493]

Thank you Don for performing the role with dignity and for putting your effort, time and resources into the club. You stepped up at a time of great tumult for the club and performed the role as best you could in difficult circumstances.

As for those who have been disgraceful in their comments about Don and are now saying he has done the right thing in stepping down and thanking him, I reckon you should have a good long hard look at yourselves - you know who you are - are maybe take a spell yourselves.

[Courtney_Fish 183]

Sack Spargo now!

Seriously, I applaud McLardy. He had the worst job in the world (maybe 2nd worst - Neeld got the worst) and all those who wanted him out should still appreciate his efforts.

[Ron Burgundy 8,585]

Is this a good thing?

Nope. Another old school CV-based appointment that makes absolutely no sense in managing a footy club, other than it'll undoubtedly impress his grey haired mates in the Long Room.

This is the very reason we have been inept as a club for the last 40 years.

[Lordweaver 235]

See ya Don, your time was up

[Ron Burgundy 8,585]

And, by the way, thank you Don - I respected, and continue to respect, you and your efforts.

[Go the Biff 3,450]

Stuart Grimshaw stepped down as well

[Lordweaver 235]

Stuart Grimshaw stepped down as well

good, keep em coming, out with mediocrity, something has to give

[Return to Glory 8,448]

See ya Don, your time was up

Eloquent and heartfelt

[mjt 640]

Thank you Don for performing the role with dignity and for putting your effort, time and resources into the club. You stepped up at a time of great tumult for the club and performed the role as best you could in difficult circumstances.

As for those who have been disgraceful in their comments about Don and are now saying he has done the right thing in stepping down and thanking him, I reckon you should have a good long hard look at yourselves - you know who you are - are maybe take a spell yourselves.

The cheap seats have spoken, by not turning up to games , respects meant to work both ways.

[Strafford 182]

For the good of the club he had to step down and for all that he made a number of mistakes he tried to do his best for the club in difficult circumstances.

[Adam The God 30,541]

I wanted Don gone. I'm pleased he's stepped down, but I appreciate all he's given to this club over the last few years. He stepped in to help the club in a dire period and provided us with much needed stability. Seems like a passionate guy and I thank him greatly for his services to the club. I hope he can relax now and enjoy the football, without the burden of being President.

[Grimes is Great 183]

He has left the club in a much worse state than he found it. Applaud him for trying but life's tough. In the end wash up he was no where near good enough. Enjoy whatever your next journey may be Don. Cheers for having a dip at trying to get the club off the ground.

His biggest mistake in my eyes: concentrating on getting off field right and then thinking that all footy department / on field would fall into place. Neither worked.....

[old55 23,801]

Schwab, McLardy and Neeld in a short time. Satyriconhome: "everything going fine"

[Sir Why You Little 37,242]

The Seats are emptying...Good, sorry it should have occured a lot sooner..The Club is where it is because Bad Decisions were made to cover others.

Meanwhile all our money is gone...Don you are a nice guy, but you have left a mess, you should have put your hand up earlier.

My opinion will rile a few of you, so be it. Our Present situation should never have happened. It has.

If it wasn't fror the supporters speaking up CS would still be the CEO.

Everyone must go....we need the full transfusion.

[The Song Formerly Known As 6,479]

Heart was never truly in it, thanks for trying though Don. Many wouldn't.
Thanks for having the guts to stand down and do what is the best for club. Many also wouldn't.
Best of luck with your future endeavours and keep up the great work you do with the Reach Foundation!

Edited June 14, 2013 by The Song Formerly Known As

[dees189227 12,441]

MMM saying neeld will be gone around round 17.

[Grimes is Great 183]

MMM saying neeld will be gone around round 17.

Obviously speculation from them???

[Guest]

MMM saying neeld will be gone around round 17.

These blokes are no longer journalists who report the news. They now are trying to create the news themselves.