' STUART O’KEEFE '
Mon Jul 11, 2016 5:13 pm
' STUART O’KEEFE | WE’RE READY TO GO '
Cardiff City FC
Monday 11th July 2016
As City build up to their opening pre-season match against Forest Green Rovers on Wednesday, Paul Trollope’s men have been put through their paces both in South Wales and at last week’s training camp at Champneys in Leicestershire.
At Champneys, Cardiff City Player HD spoke exclusively to City midfielder Stuart O’Keefe as he geared up for the start of the 2016/17 campaign.
The twenty-five year old first praised the facilities and atmosphere at the camp, which gave the Bluebirds an ideal training base to get their pre-season preparations underway.
“It was nice to relax and enjoy a bit of time off,” began Stuart. “But we’re ready to go now, and everyone is pleased to see each other.
“We came here last year and it’s a nice environment to be in. We can just get on with our work and get our heads down. It’s got nice facilities, a nice pitch and we can crack on with no distractions and get on with business.”
One of the men tasked with preparing City for another big season ahead is former Bluebirds manager Lennie Lawrence, who has re-joined the Club as Assistant Coach.
While Lennie is a familiar face to most City fans, Stuart revealed that he has also worked alongside him earlier in his career, adding:
“I worked with Lennie for a while at Palace under Dougie Freedman. He brings a lot of experience, as he has been around the game for years.
“His unquestionable knowledge is something that could really help us this season. With [Paul] Trollope coming in, who is enthusiastic and a great coach, the combination of the two is really exciting for us.”
Finally, Stuart also had time to give his verdict on EURO 2016 and, in particular, on Wales’ historic road to the Semi Finals of the competition.
“I’ve been keeping up with it,” he continued. “Watching England in disappointment – and also keeping an eye on Wales who have done really well!”
Cardiff City FC
Monday 11th July 2016
As City build up to their opening pre-season match against Forest Green Rovers on Wednesday, Paul Trollope’s men have been put through their paces both in South Wales and at last week’s training camp at Champneys in Leicestershire.
At Champneys, Cardiff City Player HD spoke exclusively to City midfielder Stuart O’Keefe as he geared up for the start of the 2016/17 campaign.
The twenty-five year old first praised the facilities and atmosphere at the camp, which gave the Bluebirds an ideal training base to get their pre-season preparations underway.
“It was nice to relax and enjoy a bit of time off,” began Stuart. “But we’re ready to go now, and everyone is pleased to see each other.
“We came here last year and it’s a nice environment to be in. We can just get on with our work and get our heads down. It’s got nice facilities, a nice pitch and we can crack on with no distractions and get on with business.”
One of the men tasked with preparing City for another big season ahead is former Bluebirds manager Lennie Lawrence, who has re-joined the Club as Assistant Coach.
While Lennie is a familiar face to most City fans, Stuart revealed that he has also worked alongside him earlier in his career, adding:
“I worked with Lennie for a while at Palace under Dougie Freedman. He brings a lot of experience, as he has been around the game for years.
“His unquestionable knowledge is something that could really help us this season. With [Paul] Trollope coming in, who is enthusiastic and a great coach, the combination of the two is really exciting for us.”
Finally, Stuart also had time to give his verdict on EURO 2016 and, in particular, on Wales’ historic road to the Semi Finals of the competition.
“I’ve been keeping up with it,” he continued. “Watching England in disappointment – and also keeping an eye on Wales who have done really well!”
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Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Mon Jul 11, 2016 7:32 pm
This guy was our top performer when he broke in from the season just gone and I don't know how he didn't start the second half of the season when he joined, having him on the bench was absurd.
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Mon Jul 11, 2016 7:45 pm
Scored two goals last season from a total combined distance of about 4 yards!
Forget Fabio's screamer against Boro, O'Keefe's 1 yard header away at the Wurzels was my goal of the season.
Forget Fabio's screamer against Boro, O'Keefe's 1 yard header away at the Wurzels was my goal of the season.
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Tue Jul 12, 2016 6:12 am
Top guy, always comes across well in interviews, seems like he has a decent head on him and a modest lad too.
Wonder if he could do a job as captain.
Wonder if he could do a job as captain.
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Tue Jul 12, 2016 6:54 am
Great engine, great attitude and always willing to get stuck in.
Like having Willie Boland back
Like having Willie Boland back
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Tue Jul 12, 2016 11:08 am
Good little player, tenacious and a good passer!
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Tue Jul 12, 2016 1:03 pm
nubbsy wrote:Good little player, tenacious and a good passer!
Agree. One of the success stories from last season and a year of experience added!
Re: ' STUART O’KEEFE '
Wed Jul 13, 2016 4:22 pm
AfricanBluebird wrote:Great engine, great attitude and always willing to get stuck in.
Like having Willie Boland back
now that was a player