By Jason McKeown It was the soundtrack to many a half time, during Peter Taylor’s reign as manager. And Peter Jackson’s. And the early part of Phil Parkinson’s. Bradford City would inevitably be struggling to impress, and the inquest on… Read More ›
Peter Taylor
He managed Bradford City #6: Peter Taylor
By Jason McKeown Mark Lawn was the last member of the Bradford City board to make his mind up about Peter Taylor. Halfway through a three month trial period at the back end of the 2009/10 season, Lawn contrasted Taylor’s… Read More ›
He managed Bradford City #2: Peter Jackson
By Alex Scott Candles in the Dark 1. Peter Jackson stands sixth in the Bradford City all-time post-war appearance list. ‘Jacko’ is up on the pantheon of City heroes, not just for what he did for the club (a lot),… Read More ›
Back to Wembley: Looking back over my shoulder
12 of the most painful memories from 12 years of Bradford City failure.
Good manager or the right manager?
By Alex Scott and Jason McKeown Alex: I’ve had something bouncing around my head for a while now that I’ve wanted to discuss with you, and with Phil Parkinson’s contract situation still lingering, it feels like a good time to… Read More ›
Cup Final: My son used to work at the Co-op
By Michael Hanson When my son James walks out at Wembley on Sunday, I know that there will be a tear in my eye. Myself, my wife and rest of the family will be there watching; feeling hugely proud of what… Read More ›
Wayne Jacobs – a faithful City Gent
By Damien Wilkinson Look around the current City squad. See any long serving team members? Thought not. Following Lee Bullock’s departure at the end of last season, James Hanson Jon McLauhglin is the club’s longest serving player, joining in 2009,… Read More ›
In Parky We Trust – so now let’s set about keeping him
By Jason McKeown When Phil Parkinson lines up against Arsene Wenger in the Valley Parade dug outs next month, he might choose to take a moment to reflect on the symbolism of the occasion and how far the City manager’s career… Read More ›
Parkinson takes City to Hartlepool looking to avoid the shadows of Taylor
Hartlepool United vs Bradford City JPT preview @Victoria Park on Tuesday 9 October, 2012 By Jason McKeown Even before a ball was kicked this season, it was obvious that a quiet treatment room would be a telling factor in how… Read More ›
Five reasons why Parkinson is getting it right (so far)
By Jason McKeown 1. Players are very well organised Watching each of the three wins over the last week, one aspect which has really stood out to me is how organised and well drilled the players look to be this season…. Read More ›
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