Reed relishes his role in York City silverware bid (From York Press)
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Reed relishes his role in York City silverware bid
12:00pm Monday 28th May 2012 in Sport
By Dave Flett, Sports reporter
Jamie Reed
YORK City striker Jamie Reed has insisted he does not mind being labelled the team’s “super-sub” if the club carries on picking up silverware.
Exactly half of Reed’s 42 outings for the Minstermen in 2011/12 came off the bench with the forward contributing 12 goals in the process.
He also had to settle for cameo roles in the club’s two appearances at Wembley with a 90th-minute run out against Newport in the triumphant FA Trophy final followed by his 78th-minute introduction during the successful Blue Square Bet Premier promotion decider against Luton.
But Reed will forever savour his brief forays on to the hallowed turf and, on his frequent substitute role, added: “I am just doing my job at the end of the day.
“As long as the team are pushing on and winning trophies as we have done then, whether I start, or am on the bench or come on and do my bit, it’s all good. It was amazing to get on the pitch twice at Wembley.
“It’s what every boy dreams about. We all worked hard together to get to that stage so to finish the season like that was brilliant.”
Just as memorable for Reed were the scenes that greeted City’s players, management staff and board members during last Monday’s open-top bus parade, with thousands of supporters lining the streets to show their appreciation and offer congratulations.
The 24-year-old forward said: “I’ve not really experienced anything like that. I got close to it with Bangor when we won the league and the Welsh Cup.
“There was a little parade and fans came along but not as many as we had here. It was amazing. It surprised me when we started to come around the corner and saw everybody packing out St Helen’s Square. It was pretty special.”
Reed, who is contracted at Bootham Crescent until next summer, will now become a Football League player again, having made seven appearances at that level – familiarly all as a sub – during his teenage years with Wrexham.
In between, there have been loan spells with Glentoran, Colwyn Bay, Aberystwyth, Tamworth, Rhyl, Bangor and Australian outfit Dandenong Thunder. But the Chester-born ex-Wales semi-pro international is now pleased a very long and globe-trotting journey has come full circle.
He said: “We can definitely do well at that level. I had a little taste of it at the start of my career but I have had to take two steps backwards to take a step forward. Hopefully, I can keep pushing forward now.”
Comments(21)
YoRkIe59
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12:55pm Mon 28 May 12
Sir Alex
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1:11pm Mon 28 May 12
Great to have him in the squad.
YoRkIe59
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1:18pm Mon 28 May 12
OLD - HEAD
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1:41pm Mon 28 May 12
long distance depressive
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1:58pm Mon 28 May 12
rogue84
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2:11pm Mon 28 May 12
Lets hope he can score goals at this level as well, he hasn't really had a barren spell with us compared to minutes on the field etc. obviously was loving the celebrations at wembley, especially when he climbed on the crossbar!
RooBeck
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2:20pm Mon 28 May 12
YCFC115
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3:55pm Mon 28 May 12
Even AndyD
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5:17pm Mon 28 May 12
duffy
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5:44pm Mon 28 May 12
uhtred
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6:19pm Mon 28 May 12
coolyman4
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7:42pm Mon 28 May 12
uhtred wrote:Totally agree. We play one down the middle which will be Walker and if Reed is happy to be on the bench for most league games then keep him. We wont find anyone better who is willing to play 2nd fiddle to Walker
If we play only one striker it will be Jason Walker. Therefore we are not going to attract a recognised striker who will know his appearances will be limited to the bench and injury replacements; unless it is someone developing from lower leagues. Keep Jamie and find another prospect ; can't see someone like Jon Shaw wanting to play second fiddle to Jason.
PDH
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9:25pm Mon 28 May 12
duffy wrote:So are most of your comments but we still have to put up with you!! XXX
His first touch is awful and while I wish him all the best he is not a league two level player I'm afraid.
eborexile
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10:24pm Mon 28 May 12
duffy wrote:Duffy, I'm leaning towards agreeing with you although may be worth keeping as a last quarter sub if we're chasing the game and have resorted to long punts. Jamie's first touch against Bolton was his best -he hasn't hit the same level of control since and often seems to run out of gas. Possibly a move back to Newport or Wrexham would suit as he doesn't fully match our keep ball game. However, to throw in a curved ball - I don't agree that we should rush to offload Blinkhorn. I think he may prove to be a late starter; certainly can head the ball and has the potential to link play. Despite the boo boys Chambers came good - Blinks may be similar. Especially after a full pre-season. Although I admit some think he's blown his chances already.
His first touch is awful and while I wish him all the best he is not a league two level player I'm afraid.
bartsimmo
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11:18pm Mon 28 May 12
I would do anything to see him and Walker in a 442 with Blair and Chambers as wingers Kerr and Mclaughlin in the middle.
The signings we need are purely in strength and depth. Doig must stay however I fear McGurks days could be numbered at this stage. a shadow of his former self and now that little bit older starting to struggle in injuries and recovery.
Fyfield hasnt the skill for league two would be happy to see him go.
More players in their own positions next season though and if Walker is out of the frame and 433 wont work play Reedy and another in 442. Play to the players available strengths and we can do even better than we did last season!
Prediction pre -signings 7th (play offs)
redbluelion
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10:30am Tue 29 May 12
swh1963
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10:33pm Tue 29 May 12
van the man
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9:11am Fri 1 Jun 12
YCFC115 wrote:What is it with you every time reedy is talked about on here you have stick the boot in, get a life, clown!!
Sorry simply not good enough. Nice lad, obviously loves the club but time to move on.
YCFC115
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9:54am Mon 4 Jun 12
van the man wrote:Does the same apply to Duffy and eborexile?? Didnt realise that only your opinion counted on this forumn. Typical white van driver no repect for others!
YCFC115 wrote: Sorry simply not good enough. Nice lad, obviously loves the club but time to move on.What is it with you every time reedy is talked about on here you have stick the boot in, get a life, clown!!
van the man
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2:26pm Tue 5 Jun 12
YCFC115 wrote:Says it all if duffy agrees with you, maybe you would like to try and justify the late welbecks views as well while your at it?
van the man wrote:Does the same apply to Duffy and eborexile?? Didnt realise that only your opinion counted on this forumn. Typical white van driver no repect for others!YCFC115 wrote: Sorry simply not good enough. Nice lad, obviously loves the club but time to move on.What is it with you every time reedy is talked about on here you have stick the boot in, get a life, clown!!
SamYCFC says...
12:15pm Mon 28 May 12
Now get back partying and enjoying summer!