I wrote my last blog prior to our friendly against Torquay and since things have gone downhill. I went to Plainmoor full of anticipation and looking forward to seeing City in action for the first time this season. Had a few ciders in Torquay before heading to Plainmoor.

Bradley Orr played in what is likely to be his last game for the club and it had the feel of a traditonal friendly, with City being put under pressure right from the start with a smart save from Hendo in the first minute keeping it at 0-0. Torquay peppered the City goal with a few near misses and clearances saving our blushes. City were not producing much as an attacking force and the game was 0-0 at half time. 2nd half saw City take the lead as David Clarkson put us in front, we couldn't keep the lead to my frustration as City let 2 goals in and lost 2-1. I ended up spending the night in Torquay drowning my sorrows in Mambo's nightclub until 3AM.

The second trip saw a trip to Aldershot, I enjoy going to Aldershot as I know a few lads who are Shots fans and it is a good atmosphere there. I went on the train with Alex and we took the drum with us, to try and get an atmosphere going. Got there about half 11 and had a walk around and had a couple of Strongbows before going to the EBB Stadium.

The EBB Stadium reminds me of Ashton Gate the East Bank where City fans were stood i like The East End with the low roof and atmospheric. The team unfortunately couldn't perform and a 3-0 defeat was the result. Was not one of the best games I have seen by far.

Exeter was the next match on the South roadtrip. Went to Dawlish Warren and on the go-karts and mini golf before heading off to Exeter. There was no segregation and big queues outside managed to get in through a 2nd turnstyle which had just been opened was a more encouraging display than the previous 2.

The defence seems very disjointed at the moment and that would need to be one of Steve Coppell's main concerns. David Clarkson has stood out for me, he looks sharp and has a few goals in pre-season and should be the main striker until Maynard is fit unless we bring another striker in.

My friendly tour continues tonight with a trip to Huish Park as City take on Yeovil, hope we can get the win we need!

COYR

Dan