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Post by davealbon on May 22, 2009 20:16:27 GMT
Hi there, I'm a Rushden & Diamonds fan, just wondering how Alex Phillips got on for you. I saw he signed on a work experience loan in February - how many first team appearances did he make (if any), and did he look any good?
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Post by swansong on May 22, 2009 22:00:58 GMT
Hi,
Alex had a good season at Newport being a regular playing at right back. He was equally effective in both the defensive and offensive aspects of that position. I don't believe his attitude on pitch could be faulted. I am a supporter of the club and I believe it's fair to say he is well liked here. You may be aware that Newport had a very good season, Alex played his part in that.
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Post by Grassroots on May 23, 2009 7:48:05 GMT
Alex played very well for Newport Pagnell. He seemed to settle in the team straight away and really well. He has made a big difference to the right back position. Like Swansong said, he played a massive part in Newports great season. :-)
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Post by davealbon on May 23, 2009 10:17:01 GMT
Cheers, it's great to see our youth team lads not only getting the chance to play first team men's football but adapting quickly and performing well also. Sadly for Alex I think his contract hasn't been renewed now he's completed his YTS so he'll be available on a free transfer, is there a chance he could end up back with you? How many league games did he play in, and did he score at all? The reason I ask is because I do the research on R&D for the Football Manager games and I like to make sure all my stats are as accurate as possible, even for youth players who are leaving the club!
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Post by Grassroots on May 24, 2009 13:31:40 GMT
He appeared in 95% of games since he joined NPTFC. I dont recall him scoring though. But he didnt have many opitunities playing at right back. He tended to set up chances and attacks from that position. He is very good at laying the ball of to the midfield or the front two. A lot of balls down the right wing were made by him.
I am having trouble finding the exact info so not sure how many games he played.
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