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Greenmachine · 09-03-06, 00:10

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

We Hate The Hearts · 09-03-06, 00:20

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In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

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***Smurf*** · 09-03-06, 01:06

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In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Says it all.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

Says EVERYTHING!!
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***Bukta*** · 09-03-06, 02:22

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Originally Posted by Greenmachine

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

That's top notch mate.
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CadgeMac · 09-03-06, 07:36

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In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

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riordan and o'connor have been a joy to watch
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blue toon hibby · 09-03-06, 07:52

I'm sure every Hibs fans wishes Garry all the best for the future as he has been a revelation. A few seasons ago, much of the support turned on him when his future and loyalty were in question. However, he rose above it and knuckled down to become a player well worth the fee paid by Lokomotiv. For me, he has been the most improved player at ER over the last 3 seasons and, whilst I hate to see him leave, he goes with my very best wishes.

Derek Riordan has also conducted himself impeccably during all the transfer/contract saga and should go with our blessings if indeed he does go. He is an exciting talent but I feel he would benefit from another season at ER - fingers crossed.

**1875** · 09-03-06, 08:36

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Originally Posted by Greenmachine

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years.

Well said that man!!

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However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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That part I very much doubt, it will not be easy to replace Deek and Garry and their combined 40 plus goals, guile and undoubted skills. The end of this season will see the passsing of another era. Lets hope its not trophyless again.

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Just win the cup please this season lads.

And so say all of us. Feck the Hearts.

***tricky*** · 09-03-06, 10:10

good words as usual GreenMachine, a joy to watch the boys in full flow over the last couple of years.

onwards to hampden, bring em on

***Bannox*** · 09-03-06, 11:25

Just want to add my best wishes,
it is not quite a death in the family type of scenario, but it is sad that we wont see them pair up again in green,
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Bet the SPL defenders will be sighing with relief.

***Tully*** · 09-03-06, 11:31

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Originally Posted by Greenmachine

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

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Archie1875 · 09-03-06, 13:10

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In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

Well said Greenmachine
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Black Jack · 10-03-06, 14:46

Absolutley
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cheers Gary O'

Wolfetone Hibee · 10-03-06, 15:28

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Originally Posted by Greenmachine

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

Great post chief
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They've been a joy to watch as well having saved us paying a couple of diddy forgeign strikers silly money. One shudders to think how we would have coped when the cash dried up early in blobby's reign if we hadn't had these two. much better than our last all scots partnership of jackson/wright IMHO , as a partnership anyway

darren_l_ · 10-03-06, 18:13

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Originally Posted by Greenmachine

In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week.

I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards.
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Just win the cup please this season lads.

So true i think Steven Fletcher could be the next big thing!
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nabser · 10-03-06, 20:19

Well said but i do think its going to be hard to replace a 40 goal a season partnership.

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Greenmachine A True Gadgie/Gadgess Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Edinburgh Age: 44 Posts: 4,662 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Rep Power: 11 vCash: 5000 Arcade Stats:	O'Connor/Riordan partnership : A Tribute In light of the departure of Garry O'Connor recently, I feel it is just worth saying what a privilidge it was to witness one of the best striking partnerships I have ever seen in my time as a Hibs fan. Last season in particular was a joy to watch these two in full flight taking teams apart, very few defences in the SPL could handle them. It was also great that they were both local lads living the dream, and playing for the mighty Hibernian every week. I wish Garry O all the best at his new club, i'm sure he will be a success with Locomotive Moscow and (hopefully) Scotland. With Derek Riordans likely departure in the summer, we will be losing two players who have given us such great entertainment and goals over the last few years. However, teams evolve, and I have a feeling that under Tony Mowbray, we are going to see a new team emerge next season, even better equipped for success. Onwards and upwards. To view links or images in this forum your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. Just win the cup please this season lads. __________________ Today is a gift, that's why it's called the present.

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blue toon hibby Hungry Radge Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: PETERHEAD Age: 51 Posts: 7,484 My Mood: Thanks: 6 Thanked 41 Times in 25 Posts Rep Power: 20 vCash: 5000 Arcade Stats:	Re: O'Connor/Riordan partnership : A Tribute I'm sure every Hibs fans wishes Garry all the best for the future as he has been a revelation. A few seasons ago, much of the support turned on him when his future and loyalty were in question. However, he rose above it and knuckled down to become a player well worth the fee paid by Lokomotiv. For me, he has been the most improved player at ER over the last 3 seasons and, whilst I hate to see him leave, he goes with my very best wishes. Derek Riordan has also conducted himself impeccably during all the transfer/contract saga and should go with our blessings if indeed he does go. He is an exciting talent but I feel he would benefit from another season at ER - fingers crossed.

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*tricky* Radge Private Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: The Promised Land Age: 34 Posts: 2,266 Thanks: 1 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts Rep Power: 11 vCash: 5000 Arcade Stats:	Re: O'Connor/Riordan partnership : A Tribute good words as usual GreenMachine, a joy to watch the boys in full flow over the last couple of years. onwards to hampden, bring em on __________________ show a little faith, there's magic in the night.

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