"Punching above our weight"

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  1. AthersleyRed

    AthersleyRed Well-Known Member

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    In the 7 seasons we've been in this league this has been the most repetitive and annoying phrase that's been used by so many people when talking about Barnsley FC. How the actual **** are we punching above our weight? Seriously.

    Come on

    Explain
     
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    I think it's based on budget and attendances etc. it does get a bit old though after a while, I have to agree.
     
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    Whether you finish 7th or 21st the fact of the matter is, come the end of the season your still in the division because you deserve to be. **** em, always prefer being the underdog.
     
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    AthersleyRed Well-Known Member

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    last time i checked, maintainance and progression of a club's league standing was based on the ability of the team on the pitch. Anyone who says it about any team deserves a clout
     
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    Often used in dismissive terms

    But is of course the ultimate compliment. That's all a club can do really. I'd rather punch above our weight than be a sleeping giant or under-achiever. Some might see the potential to be 'massive' as a positive. In truth, it's an embarrassment.
     
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    *like*

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    What's with all the fill stops?
     
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    As others have said, it's based on our budget - but at the end of the day football isn't played on paper and balance sheets so it does get a bit annoying.
     
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    Because you can't just post in the subject and leave the message empty therefore a full stop is added
     
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    It's because I'm on forum Runner so can't see the post title. That's why it makes no sense sorry
     
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    Interesting that Forum Runner users cannot see the title

    because that would make a lot of posts nonsensical. Like this one.
     
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