Graham Poll

[El Gato]

Article via soccernet.espn on Graham Poll and his thoughts and new book:
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/columns/story?id=453299&root=england&lpos=spotlight&lid=tab2pos1&cc=5901

[falcon.7]

He has been discussed many times since the WC, and the conclusion is the same - he was one of the best, no matter what happened. The book should be an interesting read though. I hope he didn't use it as a way to sound off on everything he perceives as wrong.

[USSF REF]

I will buy the book. Damn overseas shipping cost.

[MassachusettsRef]

Absolutely fascinating stuff from the BBC on Graham Poll, posted on YouTube. This is Part 1:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8p0dVrR9zwM

Parts 2-5 are posted by the same user and easy to find.

[USSF REF]

Thanks for the link!

That whole thing was VERY interesting indeed. It just makes me want to shoot for the highest levels even more, but makes me a little anxious about all the abuse that you can take.

[campbed]

Wow, retiring after 1500+ games.

I'm about to do my 100th middle in two weeks (started in Fall 2003) and thought that might be a personal milestone. :rolleyes:

Very interesting and moving documentary. I have to admit I was/am a Pollie fan.

[NHRef]

That's a great series of clips! Gives alot of insight into the pressures of reffing at the highest levels, and he can still relate to us "little people"

[USSF REF]

I too like Graham, mistakes be damned.

He was a top notch ref with a top notch personality. It's too bad he and the FA don't get along so well now. I figured he might be pegged for high level administration, but now I'm not so sure.

[law5guy]

I too like Graham, mistakes be damned.

He was a top notch ref with a top notch personality. It's too bad he and the FA don't get along so well now. I figured he might be pegged for high level administration, but now I'm not so sure.


Me too...

http://ec1.images-amazon.com/images/I/51YK7N0G23L._SS500_.jpg

Oh wait... that's Graham with no 'S'. ;) Happy Friday!