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2009/10 staff review: Chris Tanner

Posted on: Mon 14 Jun 2010

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Over the summer, Swindontownfc.co.uk will be asking various members of club staff for their memories of last season, as well as what they are most looking forward to about the upcoming campaign.

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Fans are also being asked to give their responses to similar questions posed here.

Today, it's the turn of Media & Communications Manager Chris Tanner.


What was your most memorable moment of 2009/2010?

The play-off final. Wembley is a fantastic arena to be at whether you are a fan, player or member of staff and offers a real insight into 'the big stage' - but unfortunately memorable moments aren't always winning ones.

Hopefully everybody connected with STFC can help turn the pain of defeat into promotion to the Championship at the end of next season. It will require a lot of determination, but it can be done.

Who was your player of the season?

Scott Cuthbert. Jonathan Douglas swept up at the end of season awards, so it's probably time to recognize another of last summer's recruits.

Cuthbert made the step into English football with ease and scored three goals from 39 league starts. He's 22 now and will hopefully play for Swindon in the Championship before too long.

What was your match of the season?

Billy Paynter celebrates

Leeds away. Having been present for Town's four previous attempts at Elland Road, the 3-0 victory this time around was all the more sweeter. Charlie Austin's goal was definitely up a contender for team goal of the season.

How do you see next season panning out?

Tough and unpredictable. The competition will be stern once again next term with Charlton, Plymouth Argyle and Southampton all vying for the top slots. The expectation levels for Swindon will be higher this time around.

Last season Town were the dark horses but next season will be altogether different. How the players deal with that added pressure will go a long way to determining the season's outcome.

Hopefully Swindon can go into 2011 amongst the promotion pack and 'finish the job' with a strong finish to solidify a top-two place.

Sum up 2009/2010 in one sentence......

The best season in years which can hopefully provide the platform for promotion back to the Championship next May!

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