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We tend to be quick to condemn the managerial merry-go-round as propelled by the Largs mafia.
But we're also too often suspicious of incomers who come into the SPL with their odd ways and their
funny accents.
We should embrace them. Especially if they're such a delightful puzzle as Kenny Shiels.
Hibs welcome Pat Fenlon as their new manager.
His task, which he's chosen to accept, involves performing miracles with a squad of Highland
dancers.
He's the fifth non-Scottish manager of Hibs.
Following in the footsteps of Mixu Paatelainen, Tony Mowbray and Franck Sauzee.
So far in his managerial career, Mixu Paatelainen has employed a tested and true stage
performers mentality: always leave on a high note. How will that affect his tenure with
Finland?
Let's get one thing out of the way. Hiring Mixu Paatelainen was the only thing Palloliitto could
do.
One word from a dozen managers to sum up the SPL this weekend:
Aberdeen 5 v 0 KilmarnockCraig Brown: "Pleasing."
Mixu Paatelainen: "Farcical."
Hearts 2 v 1 Dundee UnitedJim Jefferies: "Determination."
Peter Houston: "Cruel."
Inverness 2 v 0 St JohnstoneTerry Butcher: "Effort.
