Story! What story?
Barry has an amusing tale to tell about a painting called “Dreamtime” and encounters in art galleries.
Features
One step at a time…
Barry Edge’s latest poem concerns one reader’s thoughts on Rob Page’s retained list and missing the Railway stand…
Should Vale Park have been completed last century?
Yes, hindsight is a fine thing, but Rob Fielding argues that an alternative design for the Lorne Street stand would have been a better option for the club.
I hope Tom Pope stays, I’m not hopeful he will…
Rob Fielding feels that Tom Pope will leave but he hopes fans appreciate his contribution should he leave Vale Park.
Clubs with long-term planning are winning right now…
Rob Fielding notes how four successful clubs have something in common – commitment to a style of play and a focus on developing youngsters.
Vale need to protect their assets
Editor Rob Fielding thinks the club should have acted and secured winger Mark Marshall’s future earlier.
Time to praise trusty Tom
Rob Fielding hopes that Vale fans will remember Tom Pope’s contribution to the side on Sunday.
Youth progress gives cause for optimism
Vale’s youngsters have been hitting the headlines recently and OVF editor Rob Fielding is delighted…
Harbingers of Gloom and Doom
Barry’s latest memoir is prompted by the “Page Out” thread on the OVF Forum…
I hope fans are patient with Page
OVF Editor Rob Fielding argues that Rob Page needs time and the opportunity to build his own squad before judgement can be passed.
It’s called the FOOTBALL LEAGUE Trophy for a reason
Rob Fielding thinks that any decision to allow Premier League B sides to play in the Johnstones Paint Trophy is stupid.
Change for change’s sake is a silly idea
OVF editor Rob Fielding thinks fans need to stop thinking that a player not involved can do better than those on the pitch.
Blackpool FC and the importance of free speech
Recent legal action by the Oyston family against a number of Blackpool fans has prompted this article by OVF editor Rob Fielding.
Just the ticket…
Here’s Barry Edge with another poem – this time congratulating the club on their season ticket initiative
Some fans need to let the manager manage
Rob Fielding argues that while opinions are part and parcel of being a supporter, booing your team’s substitution is just not on.
It’s good to see forward thinking from the club
OVF Editor Rob Fielding thinks it’s right that the club should be talking about new contracts with key players.
Minerva visits the Vale Vaults
Barry Edge responds to the publication of a certain photo that came courtesy of the Vale Vaults exhibition.
Attract new fans? Follow the MK method…
Rob Fielding argues that the Valiants could learn a lot from Milton Keynes’ forthcoming family funday this weekend.
Midnight moth
Here’s Barry Edge with another poem – this time concerning an incident that the OVF editor would rather forget…
Look beyond Pope and sign up Marshall
OVF editor Rob Fielding argues that Tom Pope is not the only player the club should be offering a new contract to.
Don’t let underrated Pope leave
Rob Fielding argues that the club should be doing everything in its powers to keep hold of underrated striker Tom Pope.
Hereford make a mockery of FA rules
Regular visitors to the OVF forum will have noted several updates on the farcical situation at Hereford United. Here’s OVF editor Rob Fielding with another update.
Neil Aspin, Jamie Vardy and Norman’s plans
Rob Fielding argues that if Norman Smurthwaite is looking for a manager to unearth potential new talent, then Neil Aspin could be a prime candidate.
Adams leaves an impressive legacy
Long-serving Port Vale supporter and blogger Tom Bourne gives his views on Micky Adams’ departure from Vale Park.
Adams and the angst
Micky Adams is not known for keeping his feelings to himself and his interview following the defeat to Bristol City was one that raised eyebrows among Vale fans.
Salisbury: a ‘fraudster’ and sweet FA
In this feature we look at former FA Cup opponents Salisbury City and the failure of the FA’s fit and proper person’s test to remove an owner labelled a “fraudster” by the city’s MP.