It wasn't just Luke Beckett who moved to newer pastures, with 3 players sent out on loan as well.

Flynn Eastwood & Denton Move

You know something, no matter how long Michael Flynn stays at Town I will always think of him as "Stans Man". Allegedly a spy in the camp when ST was still in charge, Flynny had also played for him previously of course.

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Rumour has it that Dean Hoyle has already decided on the new manager, but whoever it is will not be in the hotseat until January 1st. This add more credibility to the Allardyce story, with him being 12 months out of the game on January 9th (maybe something in his Newcastle Pay Off Clause?) - sounds possible to me.

News of the not-too-unexpected variety emerges today.

Beckett Joins Gainsborough

As a long time fan, I'm sad to hear this - but am in full agreement it is what is best for Town and more importantly what is best for Luke.

Best of luck to him in the future.

The THIRD (and hopefully for a few seasons the last) running of....

THE HUDDERSFIELD TOWN NEW MANAGER STAKES

A look at the runners and riders for the Town hotseat. I cannot believe it has come to this 3 times in 18 months, ah well - in no particular order:

Nigel Adkins - Currently manager at Scunthorpe, not really sure why he would want to join a club lower in the league than his, unless there has been a bust-up. Got the pedigree in this Legaue having clinched the title 2 seasons ago. Acording to some, it's a done deal apparantly - he will be our next manager.

Conclusion: Would be a little undewhelmed if the job went to him. Doesn't strike me as a dynamic candidate, not at all. We shall see.

Mark Robins - Currently in his first managers job at Rotherham. Given his well known playing career, no doubt he will have picked up a trick or two from Sir Alex along the way. If not for successive points deductions The Millers would be a lot higher up League Two, he has done well with little to do it with. Results have tailed off of late, maybe his mind is on other things. Alledgedly the already-employed-manager to approach DH directly.

Conclusion: This would be of a bit more interest. Meets all of Dean Hoyles criteria, and I would be happy if the job went to him.

Sam Allardyce - Without a doubt, the class act on this list. His achievements at Bolton took him within a gnats eyelash of the England job not long ago. Ex-Town, so aware of our history - any eye catcher of an appointment if it came off.

Conclusion: This is one manager that if interested Dean Hoyle should give him whatever he wanted. I have no doubt we would be in the Championship sooner rather than later with Big Sam in charge. Must be topping a lot of Town fans wishlist.

Michael Appleton - The dark horse out of the contenders. No management experience, currently learning his trade with the reserves at West Brom. Tipped for a very bright future in the game.

Conclusion: If appointed would be huge gamble in my opinion. Reputation counts for a lot granted, and I hear others in football have highly recommended him. A big risk nevertheless.

Jim Gannon - Appeared on this list the first time, and I'm no less of an admirer now. Got Stockport promoted through the League Two play-offs last season and now flying high in our division. Fits the "..young and dynamic.." ideal perfectly.

Conclusion: This is one candidate worth pushing the boat out for in my opinion. I mentioned previously that I likes the way his sides play, he would be perfect for us. Come on Dean, you know it makes sense!!

Aidy Boothroyd - Virtually unknown when taking control at Watford, managed to get them in the Premiership and to the semi final of the FA Cup. Since vacating the position has been the name on a lot of Town fans lips, although the Charlton job may have scuppered any chances we had of him coming to us.

Conclusion: Bit obvious this one. AB has been associated with every vacancy going at the moment. Wouldn't be against his appointment, but feel it is a coming a too little soon since leaving Watford.

Coca Cola League Division One

Huddersfield Town 0-1 Leyton Orient

Town were unlucky to be second best in this. A first minute lapse of concentration costing us the points, as Adam Boyd nipped in to score.

An entertaining game nevertheless, the nearest Town came to scoring was through several goalmouth melees, and several players (Jevons, Craney) seemed to leave their shooting boots at home. Phil Jevons was especially poor, wandering aimlessly offside time and again.

Town should have had a stonewall penalty in the first half, a handball (and it was clear as day) missed (or disregarded I'm not sure) by the officials - you just knew it would not be our day.

Coca Cola League Division One

Brighton & Hove Albion 0-1 Huddersfield Town

A case of "..it's that man again..." as for the second week in a row Michael Collins scores the winner. After a goalless first half Collins was on the end of some good work by Gary Roberts.

Drama to follow though as a late tackle by Jon Worthington awarded Brighton a penalty. Matty Glennon saved Nicky Forsters effort and also the follow up. Brighton nearly equalised near the end, when Bradley Johnsons free kick hit the crossbar, but all 3 points were Towns.

A job well done says Gerry.

Gerry Murphy on Brighton v Town (official site)

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Onwards to Tuesday and a home match against Leyton Orient. Fingers crossed I shall be in attendance (it's going to be a cold one I can tell). This will be our last match in November (no game next Saturday becuase we are not in the cup) and if we get 3 points how about Gerry for Manager of the Month?

After all the drama of last weekend, more mundane fare with a long away trip to Brighton. I wonder how many we will take down there, considering it is miles away and the weather is cold!! Lets hope we can maintain last weekends momentum.

Gerry Murphy looks forward to tomorrows game:

Gerry Murphy on Brighton v Town pre match

If I can persuade my husband it is a good idea I should be over for the Leyton Orient game on Tuesday. Bit of arm twisting still to do. Either way, Walsall on the 6th and Hereford on the 20th will most likely conclude my visits for 2008.

Saturdays highlights, and boy what highlights - ENJOY!!!

Leeds 1 v 2 Huddersfield

Meanwhile, Gerry Murphy dedicates our splendid win to the fans.

Gerry Murphy on Leeds v Town

Coca Cola League Division One

LEEDS UNITED 1-2 HUDDERSFIELD TOWN

Michael Collins has now written his name alongside that of Dave Cowling in the annuls of Town folklore following his 93rd minute winner at Elland Road. A goal that will become as famous as Cowlings of 25 years or so ago being all the more brilliant as Collins wasn't getting a look in under previous manager Stan Ternant - I'm delighted!

Town were behind after only 3 minutes, some lax defending letting in Robert Snodgrass. Town equalised straight from the kick off, Joe Skarz scoring his first goal for us on what was his 50th appearance (a goal all the better for having not a single Leeds player getting a touch in the build up).

Drama was to follow in injury time, when it looked like honours would be even. Danny Cadamarteris run and cross met in acrobatic fashion by Michael Collins who made no mistake - oh happy day!!!

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As brilliant as this result is (my sore head today testament to that) I cannot begin to tell you how pleased I am for Michael Collins. It's my belief that if Stan Ternant was still at the helm he would not have played, as Collins was not getting a sniff of first team action under his regime. We probably would have had a thrashing of Peterborough proportions as well to boot, totally justifying Dean Hoyles decision to get rid. What a shame Gerry cannot be persuaded to take the job full time.

Derby time tomorrow with our much anticipated game away at Leeds. Spoke to 2 Leeds fans and both think we will be thrashed tomorrow which is typical. I know that Gerry, Graham and the lads will be up for this and if we do happen to lose I honestly believe it will be by no more than one goal. We shall see, I will be at work nervously awaiting the outcome. 12.15 kick off in case any of you are unaware.

A worrying rumour on the "New Manager" front, must be a quiet day for news at The Examiner.

Razor Ruddock For Town Job?

Good grief, this can never happen. I trust Dean Hoyle to take no notice! Gus Poyet however is a different matter. The footballing brains behind Dennis Wise at Leeds, and although the wheels fell off a bit when he was Ramos' number 2 at Spurs he would be a quality appointment.

Dean Hoyle has his own ideas and is not going to be rushed into making an appointment.

Hoyle: No Rush For Appointment

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Non-Town, but it is worth a mention, that PJ has still not put pen-to-paper for his new Lincoln contract yet, despite agreeing to 2 more years. I am keeping a very interested eye on this predictably. I am realistic enough to know it is highly unlikely he would come back to Town, but will never give up dreaming!!!

FA Cup First Round

Huddersfield Town 3-4 Port Vale

A spectacular capitulation at The Galpharm as Town surrendered a comfortable looking 3-1 lead in the final 10 minutes to go out of the FA Cup at the first time of asking.

Despite being behind to a Louis Doods 27th minute effort, Town had put themselves well on top with goals from Michael Collins, Ian Craney and Robbie Williams. But in a remarkable turnaround we took defeat from the jaws of victory when David Howland in the 78th minute, a second from Dodds in the 85th minute, and a 90th minute free kick from Marc Richards gave the spoils to our 4th division opposition.

I am now in hiding.

Our temporary gaffer is philisophical.....

Gerry Murphy on Town v Port Vale (official site)

The jungle-drums have been beating loudly on a couple of fronts. The main consensus of opinion about Stans departure seems to be that maybe he was wanting to wind down / scrap the Academy. Now I know from reading STs biography that he is no fan of Academies, thinks they are a drain on resources. If this is the source of the disagreement (sounds likely to me) then DH would have had to get rid. I am proud of our Academy, Gerry Murphy is doing a fine job, and it would be an outrage if it was to be finished.

The other matter in hand is of course Stan and Ronnies replacements. Interesting developments indicate that David Unsworth has expressed an interest. That would be a big gamble, ok I admit he has to start somewhere, and it is my understanding he taken coaching badges. It would still be a gamble though regardless, and I see this scenario as unlikely.

Other rumours insist that an as-yet un-named manager currently inn gainful employment has made a direct approach to Dean Hoyle. A chancer, or sparkling enterprise - you decide! A few names bandied about, Mark Robins (Rotherham), Jim Gannon (Stockport) Nigel Adkins (Scunthorpe). The whispers about A Boothroyd have quietened down since Tuesday.

Dean Hoyle has his say in an interview with Oggy. Very interesting listening.

Dean Hoyle Speaks

So, I wonder. What exactly were those differences of opinion about "...taking the club forward..", particularly if in the long run he thinks Stan would have got us promotion. Any ideas? Dean says it will come out eventually but not yet.

So, no rush for an appointment then either, with Gerry Murphy (again) and Graham Mitchell in charge until after the Leeds match.

I trust Dean Hoyle implicity, and know ultimately he will get it right.

Mel Booth offers his opinions on the situation.

Mel Booth Video

TERNENT SACKED

Statement From the Boardroom

It's been six long months, more money spent since the Bruce/Rubery/Ayre era and no progress. Ronnie Jepson, Mick Docherty and Andrew Watson depart also.

Good riddance, despite the fact I am flu-ed up to the eyeballs I feel cured already!!!

It had to happen though, I'm not sure whether 3 points last Tuesday against Yeovil would have made any difference at all. Nice work Dean Hoyle, the correct decision.

Several knee-jerk reactions, with Watfords ex-boss Aidy Boothroyd supposedly topping Dean Hoyles wish-list - what nonsense, it is far, far too early to speculate on a successor. Lets just take stock, put Gerry Murphy in charge for the Port Vale FA Cup game on Saturday and see where we go.

(Might I suggest a trip down Lincoln way Mr Hoyle......)

Coca Cola League Division One

Huddersfield Town 3-2 Crewe Alexandra

3 points at last as Town just edged out Crewe with a late winner. However if the score had remained 2-2 it would have been a huge injustice!

Town took a 2 goal lead, a bundled over the line effort from Andy Butler and an excellent curling shot from Ian Craney, and we easily had the measure of League Ones bottom side. However, the visitors go themselves back in it before halftime, when Clatyton Donaldson slotted into an empty net after Matt Glennon failed to gather.

The equaliser was simply a disgrace of the highest order. We've had some poor, poor linesmen at the Galpharm, but this one takes the biscuit. Donaldson had the ball played through to him - despite being at least 2 yards offside (he was in line with me, the linesman and the last defender were in line with the man 2 seats away). An incensed crowd refused to believe that the flag didn't come. The Crewe striker slotted the ball home with ease to the plain disgust of Town fans all round the ground (I was livid).

As it was it didn't cost us as 3 minutes from full time, an excellent effort from Kiegan Parker (my man of the match fwiw) meant all the points were ours. I'm glad the referee didn't see fit to send him off until after he had scored the winner though (2 yellows for two nothing challenges).