How did we fare last season? Best moment, worst moment etc.
Last season was very inconsistent as we didn't have the strength of squad needed to keep up. We also suffered a lot with injuries which could have been a blessing as we got to see some of the younger players progress. With a bigger squad we could have gone up but we still managed to finish a creditable 8th.
The best moments were definitely Leeds and Everton away! Absolute quality! The worst moments were the inconsistency, poor performances and the Huddersfield Town cup defeat.
How do you think we'll do this season? Hopes, final position?
I'm very optimistic as I think and hope that Sheridan is going to get it right this year and everything is going to click. Shez just has to deliver, so we're going up! Not bothered where we finish as long as we go up!
What's our squad like, new signings, etc?
It's starting to build into a good looking blend of youth and experience with the depth that we craved for and lacked last season. The final piece of the jig-saw will be a good left sided player. If Lee Hughes stays fit we will have the leading scorer in the league.
Which youngster will make the biggest impression in our team this season?
Lewis Alessandra is really really rated by the fans as he has great technical skills and can bag goals. Also watch out for the promising Paul Black.
What's our manager like and will he still be there at the end of the season?
He's doing great considering his budget etc. He needs to learn from his previous mistakes and his experience should be enough to help make Athletic push on in the continual rebuilding of the club. If he delivers he'll still be at Boundary Park.
Are we happy with our Chairman/Backroom staff?
Definitely. Oldham as a town should thank the owners (TTA) for saving the club from extinction. I trust them to always act in the best interests of the club and fans, and sincerely hope that they find some corporate sponsors soon to help their cause.
Which team do we want to beat the most and why?
Tranmere, Leeds, Huddersfield, Stockport and Leicester. It's always good to give a local team a good stuffing. Leeds and Leicester are 'big time Charlies' so it's good to bring them down to earth. The Tranmere game is obvious - Ronnie Moore who imposes hoof-ball on fans and then blames everyone else for his failings. If Mourinho is the 'Special One' Moore is the 'Blameless One.'
Predict our champions and runner up, the four play-off teams and the four to go down
Champions: Leeds
Runner Up: Oldham.
Playoffs: Leicester, Peterborough, Southend, Huddersfield
Relegated: Stockport, Yeovil, Cheltenham, MK Franchise