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CardiacKid wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:11 pm

Lowell Ullrich likes their recent moves:
http://3downnation.com/2017/12/18/lelac ... on-exodus/

“Truth be told, Braley could bring the great Norm Kimball to lead the charge back to respectability but if the guy on the ground running the operation isn’t spending the money in the right places a turnaround is difficult.

But in coaxing the 69-year-old LeLacheur back to the CFL the Lions have an experienced hand who demonstrated an ability to roll up his sleeves and get things done in the Alberta capital.”

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“If LeLacheur reconnects even half of the Lower Mainland business community which have pulled their support since the passing of Bob Ackles back to the Lions, it’s a step in the right direction. It’s clear the best part of the Lions’ 2017 season has come after playing their final game.”

CardiacKid wrote: ↑

Mon Dec 18, 2017 9:11 pm

Lowell Ullrich likes their recent moves:
http://3downnation.com/2017/12/18/lelac ... on-exodus/

“Truth be told, Braley could bring the great Norm Kimball to lead the charge back to respectability but if the guy on the ground running the operation isn’t spending the money in the right places a turnaround is difficult.

Hambone wrote: ↑

Tue Dec 19, 2017 6:39 pm

Nice work on the interview Matt. The one interesting thing I read in that is what should amount to a shot across the bow at the Wally detractors. He's been accused of wanting to maintain a death grip on control of everything. Yet who was the person who initiated the hiring of a new GM? Wally. Who was the person who initiated the hiring of the new Club President? Wally. It's also clear with some of the hires like Torey Hunter that the new GM is the man in charge here. Like any smart manager though Ed is not so foolish as to dismiss the experience and opinion

Wally brings into the decision making process. With LeLacheur and Hervey in the fold I think Wally will first and foremost HC with his VP role being more ceremonial as opposed to functional. If a flatline type org structure, not uncommon in business, is in place Ed may not even report to VP Wally. He may report directly to Prez Rick.

Sure has been a lot of change for an organization many feared would have none as the last season ended.

Toppy Vann wrote: ↑

Tue Dec 19, 2017 11:27 pm

I still think that Wally should be VP and have let Ed Hervey hire his own coach as that is ONE job that he proved TWICE with the Esks that he was capable of.

Toppy Vann wrote: ↑

Tue Dec 19, 2017 11:27 pm

Hambone wrote: ↑

Tue Dec 19, 2017 6:39 pm

Nice work on the interview Matt. The one interesting thing I read in that is what should amount to a shot across the bow at the Wally detractors. He's been accused of wanting to maintain a death grip on control of everything. Yet who was the person who initiated the hiring of a new GM? Wally. Who was the person who initiated the hiring of the new Club President? Wally. It's also clear with some of the hires like Torey Hunter that the new GM is the man in charge here. Like any smart manager though Ed is not so foolish as to dismiss the experience and opinion

Wally brings into the decision making process. With LeLacheur and Hervey in the fold I think Wally will first and foremost HC with his VP role being more ceremonial as opposed to functional. If a flatline type org structure, not uncommon in business, is in place Ed may not even report to VP Wally. He may report directly to Prez Rick.

Sure has been a lot of change for an organization many feared would have none as the last season ended.

The new moves from the new GM have been excellent and I'm not surprised that Wally initiated this move based on the story here as he basically said at the year of the year with the owner not able to travel as much he was really all on his own.

I still think that Wally should be VP and have let Ed Hervey hire his own coach as that is ONE job that he proved TWICE with the Esks that he was capable of.

I like the new assistants and scouts - both Jarius Jackson and now the ST coach Reinebold bring a lot of outside experience.

David wrote: ↑

Sat May 26, 2018 12:50 am

Rick LeLacheur was on TSN1040 radio with Halford and Brough this morning. Talked about all the new initiatives. Highlights:

* Roof will be (default) open for all games unless inclement weather
* Admitted "BC Place is too big, unless you're hosting the Grey Cup," but also said it's the best overall stadium in the league
* Trying to get a deal with Translink (nothing to report on this, but did it in Edmonton and very effective)

After he hung up, the two hosts talked about the massive challenges for the organization. They don't think the club has answers. Stadium issues, concession prices, lack of Translink deal and don't believe cheaper tickets for kids is that answer and were dismissive of the "Beach Party Fun Zone."

Listen to it in its entirety here: http://ckstam.streamon.fm/listen-pl-9521?smc=10


DH

TheLionKing wrote: ↑

Sat May 26, 2018 7:52 pm

Glad to hear Buono won't get his way of closing the roof every time there is a cloud in the sky

Huge Talent wrote: ↑

Sun May 27, 2018 9:35 am

Encouraging to hear about the roof. Pure insanity to close it in any decent weather.

Too bad about the smugness from our sports media. I thought their job was to help promote our teams, not belittle them.

I'm at the older end of the millennial spectrum. I think the beach party concept is intriguing. Yes, it might flop, but at least they're trying. Sounds like it could be a good time, social, more than just "the game."

Attendance issues aren't unique to the Lions. Caps games are looking half empty these days (having a lousy team doesn't help), and even the Canucks are having challenges through the rebuild. I point to the Canadians as the current benchmark. I think the affordability, outdoor, and social aspects are the key, all of which the Leos seem to be addressing.