The last twelve months in the life of Notts County have been nothing if not tumultuous. While none of us need to read (or write) another rundown of all the events which transpired during the 2009/2010 season at Meadow Lane, it is probably fair to suggest that, given all that did occur last season, the club, their new chairman Ray Trew, new manager Craig Short and supporters are more than likely quite glad to be gearing up for an assault on Npower League One. But what of their chances?
It has to be said that, of all of the teams promoted from League Two last season, Notts have prepared most impressively for life in their new surroundings. The Magpies have strengthened well, it seems, in every area of the team.
Goalkeeper Rob Burch comes in from Lincoln, the highly impressive signings of Liam Chilvers, Krystian Pearce and Jon Harley will solidify the back four, John Spicer adds some creativity in the middle of the park and the bearded beanpole Ben Burgess adds to the already well-stocked squad. It seems fair to see Notts as better than outsiders for promotion.
One of the key questions for Magpies fans is how former fans’ favourite Craig Short will settle in as manager, having finished his brief tenure at Ferencvaros. Some decent pre-season results and sensible shaping of his squad suggest that the good times may well continue to roll at Meadow Lane, with or without the millions initially promised through the ill-fated Munto Finance deal.
One thing’s for sure, it is unlikely to be boring.
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