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Post by Macmoish on Feb 23, 2011 7:40:56 GMT
As long as he helps us go up, I don't really care either way. Nice throw away line final sentence! MAIL
QPR loan star Routledge desperate to resurrect his Newcastle career Wayne Routledge is desperate to prove to Alan Pardew he still has a future at Newcastle after being sent on loan to QPR. The 26-year-old joined QPR in January after being told his Newcastle first-team chances would be limited. Out of Toon: Wayne Routledge (centre) is on loan at QPR But the diminutive winger is keen to return to St. James Park and force his way back into Pardew's reckoning. QPR have completed the signing of Troy Hewitt from Harrow Boroughwww.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1359680/Wayne-Routledge-desperate-resurrect-Newcastle-career.html |
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 23, 2011 13:23:23 GMT
Just waiting for the Official Site Harrow Times Harrow Borough striker Troy Hewitt joins QPR Harrow Borough striker Troy Hewitt joins QPR Wednesday 23rd February 2011 By Simon Mail » Harrow Borough striker Troy Hewitt has completed his move to Championship leaders Queens Park Rangers. The 21-year-old, who was a non-contract player at Boro, netted 20 goals this season and has been rewarded with a two-and-a-half year contract at Loftus Road. As part of the agreement, QPR are likely to play a friendly at Borough next summer. Hewitt impressed during a trial with Rangers where he scored twice in a reserve match against Crystal Palace. www.harrowtimes.co.uk/sport/8870858.Harrow_Borough_striker_signs_for_QPR/ |
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Post by londonranger on Feb 23, 2011 14:32:13 GMT
Looking for ink for their fax machine?!  |
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 23, 2011 18:02:18 GMT
Of course do wonder, if he has signed, sealed, delivered, why no announcement....
So, maybe a hicup? Usually very happy to announce good news
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Post by londonranger on Feb 23, 2011 19:51:41 GMT
Well no announcement. Remember how long we waited for the summer signings and then the problems revealed and no further words. Not worth pondering til they say official. It could still not happen.
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Post by Lonegunmen on Feb 23, 2011 20:42:44 GMT
Did he pass a medical?
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Post by londonranger on Feb 23, 2011 22:20:48 GMT
We have very long physicals Lone. Count backwards from 10,000.  |
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Post by Lonegunmen on Feb 23, 2011 22:24:04 GMT
So he actually had one then? is this in writing?
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 23, 2011 23:38:06 GMT
I think the fact that the Official Site hasn't posted it. And the local press hasnt announced it is perhaps an indicator not 100%. Based on past behavior, The club would logically announce - oversell the deal. Not stay mum about it.
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 24, 2011 11:10:21 GMT
(Still waiting...!)
Flashback to last summerHarrow Observer - Jul 15 2010 By Tim Edwards
Former Ilford striker Troy Hewitt signs for Harrow BoroughTroy Hewitt has become Harrow Borough's first summer signing. The 19-year-old former Yeovil and Blackpool striker bagged 13 goals in 37 appearances for Ryman Division One North side Ilford last season and did enough in pre-season training to convince Borough boss David Howell he was worthy of a deal at Earlsmead. Hewitt could plug the gap seemingly left by Rocky Baptiste. The much-travelled target-man was Borough's top scorer last season with 22 goals in all competitions, making him an attractive proposition to other clubs in the division. However, he has failed to turn up for any of Harrow's three training sessions so far and has not contacted Howell about his plans. It is the same story for goalkeeper Keita Karamoko. “I have not heard from Rocky,” admitted Howell. “If he comes back then that will be all well and good, just as it will be is he does not and signs for someone else. “He is the highest paid player at the club and I might possibly find it difficult to accommodate him again next season.” In stark contrast Howell is impressed with new recruit Hewitt and sees similarities with former Borough hit-man Gary Noel, whose free-scoring exploits two seasons ago (18 goals in 22 games) alerted him to the attentions of several higher clubs, yet he opted to drop down a division to join Croydon Athletic. “Troy has trained well and I like the look of him,” added Howell. “He is a goalscorer who can also play on the left. I get the same feeling with him as I did with Gary Noel – he is quick and technically very good. “He has that bit of confidence about him which goalscorers need.” Meanwhile, Ryan Watts and Kwasi Frempong could be following Tobi Jinadu (Kingstonian) through the exit door at Earlsmead. Watts is still on trial with Woking while Frempong is hoping to earn a deal with fellow Conference South side, Basingstoke Town. www.harrowobserver.co.uk/west-london-sport/allsport/2010/07/15/former-ilford-striker-troy-hewitt-signs-for-harrow-borough-116451-26859401/
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Post by Jon Doeman on Feb 24, 2011 13:38:36 GMT
What's the hold up?
What is it with QPR and signing players.
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Post by eskey8 on Feb 24, 2011 13:55:16 GMT
Presumably this must be a free transfer - otherwise how else can we sign him outside the trasnfer window? I thought only free and loan signing were possible.
I also recall NW saying he didnt want to screw over the non league club? doesn't make sense!
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 14:31:08 GMT
A change if they are from very low divisions, I believe, where there isnt a transfer window
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 14:41:07 GMT
OK poached from Indys. You can read yourselves. Only reason he can sign is he was not on a contract at Harrow. He was seen in a QPR track suit yesterday around our premises. He has signed a 1 and half year contract.
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 24, 2011 15:09:43 GMT
The question remains: If signed, sealed and delivered, what the silence from QPR Home Base?
(And based on what Warnock said, we will be paying them a fee - although based on what others said here, it would be a loan till summer so we can play him)...I guess we'll find out eventually the official "facts"
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 15:25:26 GMT
Could be that the League hasnt approved it yet? Or they sent the wrong paperwork, or anyones guess.
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 24, 2011 15:26:29 GMT
Or maybe something more mundane such as they haven't had time to make the announcement, etc.
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 15:47:52 GMT
They must be terribly busy then dont you think?. Or there are more important things under the sun?
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 15:50:11 GMT
Or there are more things in heaven and earth Horatio. ws ie they are all engrossed in something more important than announcing signing a Rymans league player. Perhaps trying to find a buyer for when we go up (oh sorry, did not mean to say that, )   |
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 24, 2011 16:02:59 GMT
If it wasn't for a certain QPR "track-record," would completely slough it off. But with QPR, you just never know - a certain track record of validating Murphy's rule!
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Post by Jon Doeman on Feb 24, 2011 17:22:29 GMT
He's defoe got something... I like him RT @manny_Bleedz: @wayneroutledge What you think of Troy Hewitt ?
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Post by londonranger on Feb 24, 2011 17:27:50 GMT
Interesting. as long as its not a communicable disease. Wish he was from Hayes??!! |
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 24, 2011 20:07:45 GMT
Smart move by a poster on dot.org (Viva_Morrissey86 (qprlad).) He checked Harrow Borough on Facebook. (I only checked their website) And this is what it said on the Harrow Borough Facebook Harrow Borough Football Club Boro striker Troy Hewitt is now a Queens Park Rangers player... At the weekend he hopes to be included in the QPR squad that will travel to Middlesbrough. Troy was a non-contact player at Boro so there was no transfer fee involved. However there has been a financial agreement between both clubs. Good luck and best wishe...s to Troy from everyone at Harrow Borough Football Club. See More Tuesday at 4:06pm · Like · Comment arrow Borough Football Club Troy Hewitt has signed for QPR as Boro suffer disappointing 2-0 defeat at AFC Hornchurch. Owsy Tuesday at 1:59pm via Smart Tweets for Pages · Like · Comment www.facebook.com/harrowboro |
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Post by Lonegunmen on Feb 24, 2011 21:40:29 GMT
Perhaps those at QPR were busy watching the christchurch news footage about the Earthquake?
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 25, 2011 9:44:45 GMT
Fulham Chronicle
New QPR striker tipped for top by former bossBy Jon Batham Feb 25 2011 TROY Hewitt’s fairytale move to QPR is a real Roy of the Rovers story - but Harrow boss David Howell believes the best chapters are still to be written. The 21-year-old striker moved to the Championship leaders on Tuesday night, completing a comic book hero-type rise from Clapton Rovers to Loftus Road in less than two full seasons. Many will view the move as a real gamble by both the player and Rangers boss Neil Warnock. But Howell, who coached at Birmingham City under Trevor Francis and has overseen moves by Albert Adomah and Robin Shroot from Borough into league football, insists this is just the beginning for his former hotshot. He said: "Troy is a Roy of the Rovers story but there are loads of chapters still to go – this is just the beginning of a massive journey and I’m pleased for him. "I have no doubt Troy has the ability to make a name for himself in the professional game. Forget the goalscoring and his ability - Troy’s biggest asset is his temperament. Nothing fazes him. "Had he signed in time they could have put him on the pitch against Ipswich and it wouldn’t have bothered him, and it is not because he’s big headed, he just loves football and he’s bright, sparky and alive." Hewitt was not under contract at Borough and was not even one of the higher wage earners, having only arrived at Earlsmead in the summer. Nevertheless, Rangers paid an undisclosed compensation fee to Harrow in recognition of their part in his development, as well as promising a first-team friendly in the coming pre-season. www.fulhamchronicle.co.uk/london-sport/london-qpr/2011/02/25/new-qpr-striker-tipped-for-top-by-former-boss-82029-28234869/#ixzz1ExjBQ2ia
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 25, 2011 13:34:11 GMT
Harrow Times/Simon Mail
Harrow Borough boss David Howell backs Troy Hewitt after QPR deal Harrow Borough manager David Howell is convinced Troy Hewitt will prove his worth after joining Queens Park Rangers. The 21-year-old striker completed a move to Loftus Road, on a two-and-a-half year deal, and Howell believes his temperament will ensure he is a success. Howell said: “It is a good deal for the club. He has done really well, listened to advice and worked hard. “But the biggest attribute he has is that nothing fazes him. His temperament is very good which allows him to focus and not get flustered. “This is just the start for Troy and I’m sure that he will deliver. I think he has a very good future in football. He will be able to play at whatever level he is given a chance and will push on from here.” Hewitt’s departure follows the recent moves into professional football for former attackers Robin Shroot and Albert Adomah. Howell believes the club provides an ideal opportunity for youngsters to earn their dream job in the sport. He said: “It is all about giving players the opportunity and I just feel it is a credit to the club that we are in a position to help give people a career in football. “It is a learning curve but the important thing is these players have the right attitude and they will get their chance.” www.harrowtimes.co.uk/sport/8870875.Harrow_Borough_boss_backs_striker_after_QPR_move/
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Post by londonranger on Feb 25, 2011 14:45:57 GMT
Its still not on our site?
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Post by londonranger on Feb 25, 2011 14:46:59 GMT
My avatars not coming up?
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Post by Macmoish on Feb 26, 2011 8:56:22 GMT
Glad to see your avatar back, Mr. Londonranger
QPR Non-Announcement is strange - and presumably there's a reason
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Post by maudesfishnchips on Feb 26, 2011 9:32:32 GMT
maybe to do with him being a non contract player, also, neil probably doesn't want the hype.
and then bring him on at boro, gets hatrick, under the radar, job done!
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