On the panel tonight we have Head Coach John Aloisi (JA) and Interim-CEO David PourreQ- Does the coaching style prevent players from taking shots? Sometimes they pass when they should shoot.
JA- I tell them, if they can shoot, shoot!
JA I'm not sure what the past was. But I tell them to. If the chance comes, they should take it.
Q.We have so many midfielders. Why do players like Lustica struggle for a start? What does he have to
JA - I'm not going to comment on individual players. But I monitor everything players do. I
JA- Everyone will play their part. We have a long season and need the squad. They will all play a part
Q- What was different about the loss to Wellington compared to other games? We were
JA- The first half wasn't great. We made mistakes and got punished. But we dominated second half.
JA- It takes time for players to adjust. We will also go for the win though. Sometimes it works, something not
Q- Where are we with signing Borrello to FT HAL contract?
JA- I spoke to him early. When I joined he only just came onto a FT youth contract. We are working with his agent
We want him, hopefully we can have something soon.
Q- Plans for January window?
JA- We can sign one more player, but not at the moment. We have 22 in squad. We have depth at the moment
Q- The Olyroos are a bigger factor for us. Do we have any say?
JA- I speak with Vidmar about selections. He has a job to do though so needs the best players.
Q- Are you seeing any lack of motivation or complacency in the squad?
JA- Not at all. The opposite. Players are keener than ever
Q- How are we placed in the squad for future with the LB position?
JA- We're working on it. Corey is only going to get better. LB is the hardest to find
Q- Do we work on individual players traits and changing them? Eg, Solorzano seems to constantly just go at 100%
JA- That's part of recruiting. You look at player traits and how they are going to work for you.
Q- Is Yango still with the club?
JA- He has been released. The youth team is about finding the next top player
JA- We aren't to win NYL. If after 2-3 years players don't look like they will play HAL, we have to let them go
Q- How far away is Theo?
JA- I'm not a Dr. We've spoken with Theo and we want to make sure when he's back, he's 100%
Q- Will he (Theo) come straight back to first choice?
JA- It's about whats best for the team. You'll first out on game day
Q- How is Thomas? (After his injury right on FT)
JA- Thomas trained today. He should be back for the weekend.
Q- We have 10 off contract at end of season. Do we expect turn over
JA- We will start talking now. In 2-3 weeks clubs get a list and can talk.
JA- Craig Moore is across the player contract situation.
Q- What do you think of Brisbane's football culture? Crowds, support, media, etc.
JA- The "Who are we?" was a shock the first time. I wasn't expecting. Players buzz of it.
JA- The grassroots support and passion is huge and great to see.
JA- I'm excited and the potential is great.
Q- Any stories from 'that night' in 2005?
JA- Yes, but not always for sharing
JA question for fans. Are the players coming around the fence enough? Are you seeing them?
A- Yes. The players are out there doing well.
Q- Nervous about first game against old team?
JA- Not at all. It's another day in the office.
JA- That's another whole club now.
Q- Are you happy with the support you're getting from the club? Are you getting what you want?
JA- There are always things. We're always looking to improve everything. Facilities, medical etc
Q- Who's decision to have Corona take free kicks? Yours or Thomas?
JA- Mine, I'd seen his quality and knew he had great delivery.
Q- How was Henrique after Sunday?
JA- Injury is hard. Henrique has been amazing and worked hard. He's a great person to have around
JA- He was so good in training, I had to take the risk with him. Lucky I did! Match fitness is returning
JA- We'll make sure he keeps getting minutes before January
Q- Do you see Clut/Broich being a combo in the future? Thoughts on his development?
JA- Clut is great young player. Im looking to see how all players fit in a structure.
Q- What is Craig Moore's role? Coaching or other
JA- He works on what is happening with the football department. What players do media, contracts, runs meetings
Q- How do you think the draw will effect us? Is it good for us back end?
I looked at first 5 games and set a plan. We've done okay getting through it.
JA- We have a lot of home games end of season. It gives us chance to finish strong.
Q- Expecting a big crowd in Cairns?
JA- Really looking forward to it. Stef is from there, they have great participation.
JA- It's a bit unknown, but I know they are keen up there. It will be great
Q- Does the league need (big name) marquees? Does BR need one?
JA- Do we need one. Not really. Thomas and Bes were unknown but bring value. They bring excitement in other ways.
JA- The league is exciting enough. Media would say we do, but games are exciting enough.
JA- Our game against Wellington. Two teams just going at each other. Everyone commented on it
Q- Have you seen sufficient change at the club recently? In the positive direction.
JA- Yes, player wages are sorted. The owners reps have been in contact. They are here to see things
JA- From when I arrived to now, there has been huge change. We have stabilised. We are moving along well.
Q- Thoughts on FFA Cup?
JA- It's a great idea. Victory deserve to win that comp. Strange in pre-season for us to adjust
JA- it's getting better and better. Everyone is learning. Clubs will adjust and it will get better.
DP- We aren't actually that far behind full season ticket holders.
DP- The way it was calculated in the past wasn't 100% correct.
DP- In the past, there were little additions. We're on the right track. We are still working to improve.
DP- We track all sales 2 weeks out. We've been surprised by the numbers so far this year.
DP- We're doing what we can to improve things with crowds/members. Bit by bit.
DP- You would have started to see small ads showing on different platforms.
Q- You're still Interim-CEO. Why is that? Are you holding off? Are you not seeing signs from owners?
DP- We're working through contracts. They want me, but I want to make sure it's right.
DP- Simply. If the owners don't meet their commitments, they're gone. They know that.
DP- The owners are supporting the club. So we (the staff) have to support them.
Q- Is the stadium working with us to help break even on games? Rumour is 15k is the line.
DP- There are costs outside of just the stadium. Eg, transport, etc.
DP - First two games were fantastic. We are about even overall.
DP- We are working with the stadium on things to bring people in. They are open to it and willing
Q- What is the clubs position on Wellington Phoenix?
DP- There are bigger things at play. We're supportive of them, but it's between FFA and WP. We have other focusses
Q- What do you think of agents?
DP- I take guidance from John and Craig. I'm not an expert on dealing with them.
DP - Majority do a good job. But there are some who don't have high standards of operation
DP- There needs to be greater governance of agents
Q- In September we were told players were owed money and had until January. Are we on track?
DP- The owners have made commitments and a timeline. They are meeting that. There are many stakeholders
DP- In May, the list of creditors was very large. It's now a lot smaller. It's down and still going down.
DP- Owners have followed with the plan and everything is on track.
Q- We've been to many games away that are great. Are there plans to look at something start of game? (song)
DP- We're looking at options
Q- Did we make money from Liverpool?
DP- 'Profit' there was money in. But we were in a bad state so it wasn't a windfall.
Q- Video to promote Cairns with Jack Hingert was great. Are there more? Is it going well?
DP- The Cairns games was due to concerts and relaying pitch after.
DP- We have a great plan to properly engage that community. We will be there early to actually give back.
DP- There are more promos coming. Including features of Jack.
DP- We've engaged a local ad agency to show our commitment to the region.
Q- What are owners plans post January when debts are paid?
DP- We are continuing conversations with them about the future. The reps moving here will be good for future.
DP- Two big things for us are training venue and academy
Q- Liverpool game. We need to do better with tickets for members and prices.
DP- That game was one off. Liverpool controlled that game with stadium and Ticketek.
DP- Other stakeholders had objectives. Eg, Restrictions on avails so tourists could come in
DP- There are lessons for all parties and feedback given.
Q- Are our players always going to be dirt cheap on transfer market?
DP- It's an open market. It's hard to define worth, it's up to that club.
DP- We want to produce the next million dollar player. We're working towards that. That is the goal.
Q- Can we suggest that the non-playing players come and interact with members on game day?
DP- Players have commitments to see corporates and sponsors on game day.
DP- They are also out on the south plaza before kick off for 30 minutes.
Q- TripleM are showing great support. Do we have a deal with them?
JA doing weekly interviews but mainly building on the brand.
DP- We have a deal with them. Their support is great. Ed loves football, they are a good fit.
Ed is passionate, he pushed TripleM. No other station really wanted to push for us.
DP- We're trying to engage broader too. @TheCrazyBull is an example. A great supporter to have.
DP- @TheCrazyBull is a fan. It's not an act.
Q- Sense on next TV deal?
DP- Our figures are good compared to some others. We're working with Fox on content to give different experience.
DP- Free to air and Fox are just as important. The way consumers view games is just as important - and changing.
DP- Update on Pres Night. We have been having discussions with Sirromet and plan to have some available for members
DP- Pres Night, we will continue to share updates as they happen
DP- Thank you for coming tonight. It's great to hear your contributions
Edited by MrBrisbane: 18/11/2015 09:45:06 PM