Gazza272 said:
I cant help but think Paul Ragan has had bad advice from Sheffield and people in Cardiff. I cant see anyone other than Shannon in our office who could offer actual hockey and league advice. They are either Hockey nofices or glorified fans imo. And well in Sheffield he has Dave Simms who is always too blinkered to look at the bigger picture.
This is a vital points, Gazza. PR took over the business to improve it's organsation, it's profile, it's 'integrity' as a business. Shannon was a key component in that. His provinance(sp) and experience with the club, his contacts in the city, his knowledge of the sport - after his 23 year involvement in the club, who is going to replicate that if he isn't there?
There was a much more important function than that - he was involved in negotiating sponsorships and he understood the fanbase. Two fragile relationships that need nuturing and why? Upset either of them and revenue and opportunity is lost.
With rumours of heavy workloads and suggestions that personnel were under instruction to prioritise the Steelers, who is looking after the Devils' interests, making sure they are given the attention they deserve? :evil: With Shannon at the helm, day to day, I never felt that was a worry. Who is organising/in charge of the daily activities/operations whilst Shannon is not there? :?