Morning all,
End of a year like no other. I hope there is positives for you, Hibs will continue to make you proud wherever they can. Please keep you and yours safe & well into 2021. I'm always available for supporters should they need help (Hibs related or not) - kpower@hibernianfc.co.uk.
We're playing well at the moment - team stats circulating on the web (shot per game/on target, possession, defence resilience compared against our competitors is very strong) and the individual player stats the club has been circulating regularly on social channels - is all very positive. Back to a 'normal' transfer window I believe and we've put ourselves in a great position to make things happen. Some big games coming up, including a Semi Final in January (Sat 23rd January). Keep at it Hibs.
Graeme Mathie reveals January signing plans and reflects on tough decisions - Hibs sporting director Graeme Mathie reveals January signing plans and reflects on tough decisions | The Scotsman
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This month we were given the sad news former Hibs left footed magician, playmaker and one of the bravest of them all, Alex Cropley has been diagnosed with dementia.
Despite the setbacks he endured on the pitch he kept on going and I've nae doubt that'll be the case now. Hibernian supporters stand with you Sodjer.
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I would like to update you on what I’ve brought to the board’s attention on behalf of supporters.
Sharpen Hibs TV
Some supporters - at home (via our different platform offerings) and international fans - have flagged service interruptions (visual or audio) intermittently at a handful of games recently. Continue to provide supporters the best service as possible at all times.
KP – There is sometimes a lot we can't control with the stream, and instances of bad luck too, but there is always the opportunity to sharpen the product with our digital partners, controlling what we can to ensure we provide the best service to our loyal supporters.
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Hibernian announce partnership with Stenhousemuir
KP - Following hot on the heels of the Charleston Battery link up in November, we have another, this time closer to home with Stenhousemuir. Another brick in the player development pathway. Good insight from Graeme in the article above.
Forbes Sports covered our partnership with Charleston (including others best ignored). Some very useful detail found here nonetheless - Player Development Is Top Priority In USL-Scottish Premiership Club Partnerships (forbes.com)
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Our first 'Thank You NHS' donation
The Hibernian family has come together to say 'Thank You NHS' with our first donation of £20,000 to the Edinburgh and Lothians Health Foundation.
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Joe Newell's importance
Speaking of Joe..
How Joe Newell has become Hibs' most important player | Edinburgh News (scotsman.com) KP - Confidence is massive for footballers. Joe has a lot of it at the moment. We’re one of the biggest influencers on all our players.
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Hibernian Supporters
A huge thank you, as always, to fans who continue to back the football club financially in these times.
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Four new faces join the board
KP - Improves diversity in a number of ways, adds energy, new skills and expertise - fantastic.
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Club news
Ally & Lewis meet part 2 - David Gray
https://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/article/ally-and-lewis-meet-david-gray
KP - glad we got the Davidson brothers back in for another interview with a Hibs legend.
Half season tickets now available
Half season tickets available now! - Hibernian FC Avast Partnership
Hibernian FC partner with global leader Avast to promote cyber safety to football fans - Hibernian FC One-to-one | Stevie Bradley - Hibernian FC One-to-one | Melker Hallberg - Hibernian FC One-to-one | Stevie Mallan - Hibernian FC KP - The club have been producing some really great interviews with players recently (works well with the stats they've been sharing on social media). Always one in each programme and then loaded to the website later. Titleist Partnership
The Common Thread
The Common Thread - The Vibe Clinic - Hibernian FCThe Common Thread - Ruaridh's Story - Hibernian FC
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Hibs through J.imac's lens
I've seen photos from OspreyWatcher's flickr account a long time ago and clocked it again recently, totally forgot to share it in a past update - apologies - some of the photo's (330 of them) are simply stunning.
Enjoy.
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Wider related news
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KP - There has been a few incidents with other clubs recently regarding Joint Response Group rules over a recent period. Naturally we think about our own club and how we approach this - I've shared a few useful bits of information in past updates along the way and how we take this very seriously. Our club would never risk anything - reputation, money or points - at any time and the protocols at HTC and ER are more than secure - I'm comfortable as the supporter governance. ______________________________
Chartered Institute of Marketing chat with Hibs on brand awareness and engaging supporters
https://regions.cim.co.uk/scotland/home/news/november-2020/maintaining-brand-loyalty-during-a-pandemic/
KP - Interesting catch-up with CIM Scotland and Greg McEwan and how we used our digital powers.
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This is what it feels like to be Hibs.
The HibeesBounce purchasing and donating Hibs Strips to Edinburgh Sick Kids, with help from Leith Links Kick for Kids, just before Christmas was just magic. Helping those less fortunate to be a child first and a patient second is Hibs class.
This thread - People/things I thank for supporting Hibs | General Hibs Chat | HibeesBounce - is one of the last Hibs related things you should read in full before we say goodbye to 2020 and hello to 2021. Powerful stuff.
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Catch you, and young Master McBrierty here, in 2021.
Happy New Year to you when it comes round. Thanks for everything in 2020.
KP
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