Bradford Bulls poised to reward Cummins loyalty (From Bradford Telegraph and Argus)
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Bradford Bulls set to unveil Francis Cummins as head coach at morning news conference
7:30am Monday 17th September 2012 in Sport
By Ross Heppenstall, Bradford Bulls Reporter
Francis Cummins is set to take over as Bulls coach after two seasons working under Mick Potter
Francis Cummins is set to be appointed as Bulls coach today on the recommendation of Mick Potter, who believes his former assistant is being rewarded for his “loyalty and honesty” during a traumatic campaign.
Cummins has served as Potter’s assistant during the past two seasons following a previous spell at Leeds Rhinos, working under Tony Smith and Brian McClennan after his playing career was cut short by injury in 2005.
The former Headingley favourite has long held ambitions to become a head coach in his own right and will now be handed that opportunity following Potter’s decision not to accept a new contract offer to stay at Odsal .
Potter instead recommended 35-year-old Cummins to new owners Omar Khan and Gerry Sutcliffe, with confirmation of his appointment expected at an 11am news conference.
The outgoing coach feels Cummins’ elevation from assistant to the top job is the natural progression after two seasons working together.
“Helping Franny to develop as a coach was part of my job specification and role when I came in,” said Potter.
“I told the previous regime who appointed me that I didn’t want to be here for a long time. I told them I wanted to do two or three years and then bring someone through while I’m here.
“When the club have people here now that can take the organisation forward, my job is done, but Franny is here and is ready to become a head coach.
“Franny knows the players that are left here, he knows the structure, he knows the system and everything about the place. As a person he’s honest, hard-working and he’s loyal.”
It is not yet known how Potter’s other assistant coach – Lee St Hilaire – and the likes of Paul Medley and Stu Barrow will fit into the new set-up.
When administrator Brendan Guilfoyle made the entire coaching staff redundant on July 2, Cummins was contacted by former Bulls coach Brian Noble about the prospect of working as his assistant.
He turned the offer down and came back into position along with Potter, albeit on an unpaid basis, for the remainder of the campaign.
Potter said: “It showed that he’s honest and loyal to the people he’s working with, no matter what was thrown at him.
“He could have taken a job back with the administrator on pay. He chose not to do that at that particular time because he saw it as the wrong thing to do.
“And it was his choice. That’s the kind of guy he is. It will stand him in good stead for the future.
“The players will respect him for what he’s done in the past. When times get tough, and they will in the near future, they can trust his judgment and know he’s an honest coach.”
Khan and Sutcliffe are keen to hit the ground running by launching a season-ticket campaign and assembling a squad for 2013.
It is understood that interim chief executive Gary Tasker will not be taking the position on a permanent basis, although he is expected to help the club’s new owners on a consultancy basis in the coming months.
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bully4us
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Solomon Grundy
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But in Francis we trust! COYB!!!
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Mumby was the best wrote:you often hear voices I bet.......
I hear his brother in law not doing anything next year.
but you may want to go check some facts before spouting off
Capabull
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8:48am Mon 17 Sep 12
All coaches at one time are untried, so the only way to find out if they will make it is to give them a chance, look at Shaun Wane, I know he took over a settled successful squad but Wigan had faith in the continuity process. Huddersfield have gone down the same route but will Baloo survive?
Nobby as overseer could be the ideal situation.
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Sheffieldbull
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8:53am Mon 17 Sep 12
Mumby was the best wrote:Well, if he doesn't hear them, he certainly reads them elsewhere then posts the same on here. Then again, what should we expect - it hasn't even got its own name.
Mumby was the best wrote:you often hear voices I bet.......
I hear his brother in law not doing anything next year.
but you may want to go check some facts before spouting off
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Hope the Fans get full square behind Franny, he deserves his promotion. COYBs!
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Mumby was the best wrote:I`m going to see a doctor later today to see if he can stop me talking to myself and if he can work out why I have this Viking fixation it`s troubling me I think I`m turning to the other side
Why am I talking to myself ? Wake up viking I am going mad here.
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stormingnorm
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Everything about the club is second rate
The only thing where we are the best , is having the biggest Morons in the league on here
Sheffieldbull
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stormingnorm wrote:He won't help you..... he could well be a she too......
God help us !
Everything about the club is second rate
The only thing where we are the best , is having the biggest Morons in the league on here
Atten'hut!
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Sheffieldbull
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Mumby was the best wrote:£228 in Stand (£180 concession)
How much are they sheff ? £170 is my guess.
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Sheffieldbull
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Mumby was the best wrote:£180 for terrace,didn't ask about cons - 08448711490 (option 1)
How much for standing ?
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Mumby was the best wrote:The sad thing is you should be pitied not ridicued after all how sad must your life be when you sit waiting for any news relating to the Bulls so you can type in one of your duplicate sign ons and make a feeble attempt to wind people up....I honestly believe you have a serious problem and recommend seeking medical advice, ip addresses are easily traceable and one day you will go too far and have to face the consequences.....On a related note to the story well done Francis your loalty has been repayed.
Miss has kicked me out of class, so I am sat on the naughty step thinking of how to annoy my good friend from Scandanvia, people keep pointing at me and laughing
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-HCK3R- wrote:*shakes in boots*
Mumby was the best wrote:The sad thing is you should be pitied not ridicued after all how sad must your life be when you sit waiting for any news relating to the Bulls so you can type in one of your duplicate sign ons and make a feeble attempt to wind people up....I honestly believe you have a serious problem and recommend seeking medical advice, ip addresses are easily traceable and one day you will go too far and have to face the consequences.....On a related note to the story well done Francis your loalty has been repayed.
Miss has kicked me out of class, so I am sat on the naughty step thinking of how to annoy my good friend from Scandanvia, people keep pointing at me and laughing
Oh no the big cyber bully is goin to give me a thrashing with his keyboard
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Mumby was the best wrote:can change your ip address as many times as you want and block it but it is always traceable.....
I must be the most intelligent person on here as I change my IP address on a regular basis. Dont you know how to do it ? Oh dear back to IT lessons for you.
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New Hall Nev wrote:New Hall Nev, pot, kettle black, springs to mind,when you refer to Sheffield Bull.
crap coach crap team crap ground greedy fans no cash
whats the pont of you even playing next year hahaha
sheff carnt spell lol
Shall I point out YOUR spelling mistakes,
Pont, I presume means point. Not French for bridge. If it did it makes your ridiculous post, even worse.
Carnt. Should read can't
You use no punctuation marks ie commas, full stops, apostrophies.
I would check that which you have written before posting.
As to your summing up of the Bulls. I will set you right, Nev, You've a
Crap name, crap brain, crap team, crap ground. No cash.
Oh, and please explain, GREEDY FANS.
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