frogpatrol Posted July 13, 2004 Report Share Posted July 13, 2004 Since so many of us watch ESPN/STAR here in Asia, I was wondering what board members thought of some of the different commentators and frequent guests (often from SKY). Who do you like? Hate? Why? Some of my thoughts follow: (5 stars = best) Shebby Singh: Highly opinionated, often abrasive, and sometimes makes me want to throw my beer bottle at the tele. Can be very blunt. I still remember him saying "Campo, he is too fat to play this level." Still, he seems to have a fairly broad knowledge of intl footie, at least over the last decade or so. 3 stars out of 5 Jamie Reeves: The classic footie academic. Well prepared, knowledgable of tactical issues, and often with insightful commentary. Excellent knowledge of Asian footie. One of my favorites. 4.5 stars out of 5 Scott O'Donell: Not on the tele often these days due to managerial duties in Asia, but not missed by me. I have never seen a commentator read off his notes, and not look at the camera, as much as Scott O. Never said much original, and often lulled me to sleep. Maybe has a future in children's bedtime stories? 1 star out of 5 John Dykes: The presenter of "football focus", and a good one. I want his job! 4 stars as a presenter; not applicable as commentator Gerry Armstrong: By far my favorite, despite his Tottenham roots. His predictions more often than not are correct, and his analyses appear to be well balanced. A proven N. Ireland international who brings years of experience to the studio. His muscle shirts can be a bit much, but so be it. 5 stars out of 5 Paul Masefield: Does he ever have anything useful or original to stay? Ever predict a match correctly? Can anyone suck up to other commentators, especially Beresford, more than this guy? Send him to Oman! 0 stars out of 5 Andy Gray: Love him or hate him, this Everton Scot knows his footie. Probably one of the best football commentators in the UK. 4 stars out of 5 John Beresford: Beresford irritates the hell out of me. I can't deny that unlike many of the others above, he has had his day with big clubs such as Newcastle. Still, his arrogance is too much. 2.5 stars out of 5 And a few others.... Alan Brazil? Having some problems these days. Thoughts? Martin Tyler: Some say he is the best in the business. Agree? Cheers, froggo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sayjann Posted July 14, 2004 Report Share Posted July 14, 2004 i like the Tyler/Gray combo. very knowledgeable and very professional. i also like John Motson for his enthusiasm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zaad Posted July 14, 2004 Report Share Posted July 14, 2004 I'd like to give you my opinion on them but don't exactly know what head matches what name. 4 guys I like to hear..Gerry Armstrong (alias teletubby), Jamie Reeves (horse head?), Shebby and the curly guy...Paul? The others aren't too bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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