Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 12:04 pm  

When he bought us I was really grateful that someone had rescued us from potential oblivion as there was very little interest from anywhere else in acquiring the club.
He has his detractors but from my experience they are usually “supporters” who never go to watch a live game.
A huge thank you from me for his guidance and development of the club during his ownership.
I am proud to be a Wigan supporter and this pride, particularly in the last 3 or 4 years, has been driven on how he has got the club back into the very fabric of the community.
Good health in the future to you and your family.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 12:17 pm  

muttywhitedog wrote:

The realisation is starting to dawn on Cockney Latic and Latics Speyk as to why MD bought the football club (and of course the stadium).

In fairness all the comments on Cockney Latic forum so far are positive but the couple of usual suspects haven’t commented yet. It’s best to ignore them and for people with sense to draw a line in the sand when it comes to silly bickering between both.

Here’s to a great future for sport in Wigan.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 12:23 pm  

muttywhitedog wrote:

The realisation is starting to dawn on Cockney Latic and Latics Speyk as to why MD bought the football club (and of course the stadium).

You're obsessed mate. You need a new hobby.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 1:12 pm  

Well he leaves with the club in better shape than when he arrived that’s for sure

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 1:41 pm  

A simple "thank you" sums up perfectly the IL years. It's sometimes been a thankless task in trying times for Rugby League and the world in general. Throughout, I've always had the confidence that we had the right man (and family) at the helm. His steadying influence and obvious love for the club meant, whatever some agreed/disagreed with, few could argue that the club would always come first. The right man, at the right time and he leaves a legacy to be proud of.

All the best for the future Mr Chairman.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 1:53 pm  

Always had time for the fans,Wigan fan first then owner,leaves with a big thanks from me for his tenure at the club.

good health to you and yours Mr Lenegan .
I have spoken to him on occasion at the beginning and end of season do's and he was always courteous and friendly.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:15 pm  

Statue?

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 2:44 pm  

What a wonderful custodian he has been for the club. He hands on a club in much better shape than the one he inherited. All true Wigan fans and supporters are truly grateful.And as one era ends another begins. Here’s hoping the players can send him out with something to remember. Thank you Ian, you are a true legend.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 3:24 pm  

A fine custodian of the greatest rugby league club in the world. I am sure the new owner will find a way of recognising Ian’s contribution and achievements.

I am sure that the new man at the helm will take us to the next level.

Re: Lenegan stepping down at the end of the season : Sat Jul 15, 2023 3:31 pm  

Zig wrote:

A fine custodian of the greatest rugby league club in the world. I am sure the new owner will find a way of recognising Ian’s contribution and achievements.

I am sure that the new man at the helm will take us to the next level.

I imagine he’ll be a silent backer. Possibly rads moves in to Leneghans position to oversea everything. Possibly have wane move up and get some to fill the gap. Personally I hope Leneghan or his son, which I was lead to believe was interested in taking over, stays on board in some shape