Wrexham star, Paul Mullin has opened up about the fine system in the training ground and dressing room at the club.
It has been a great few years for Wrexham which has seen the rise from the National League to second in League Two.
Under the management of Phil Parkinson, the Reds have been nothing short of immense at times as they have risen up the leagues.
Coming into the EFL, the majority of the players that helped secure promotion have also been the core of this season’s side.
There have been many standout performers this season from Aaron Hayden to Andy Cannon and Elliot Lee. With that being said the whole squad has played its part this campaign.
There has been some information coming from one of the Reds’ stars regarding the dressing room at The Racecourse.
What has Paul Mullin said about fines?
It is safe to say since signing for Wrexham on a free transfer, Paul Mullin has been one of Wrexham’s best players. With 88 goals in 112 games for the club, he has had a superb two years at the club so far.
His signing has coincided with the rise of the club but there may be an added reason for the upturn in form in recent years.
In his book, ‘My Wrexham Story’, transcribed by Leader Live, Mullin has opened up about the fining system at the club. On that, he said: “We really marshal our changing room and each of us acts as a check on the other. Helping to enforce discipline, we have an embedded system of club fines. The list is up on the changing room door.”
It is safe to say that this must create some comradery within the squad. Allowing them to control their own fine system allows for unity in the squad.
The question is, what do the players get fined for? Giving some examples, Mullin said: “Late for training, the gym, or a meeting, £20, late on matchday, £100, late for the bus, £100. Late for a team night out,£100, not showing up for a team night out, £200.”
These all seem like justified reasons to pick up a fine as they are all common courtesy. Whether the financial aspect is too much, is for them to decide. With that being said, it is still an interesting insight.
What has been said about forfeits?
Not only is there fines, but Mullin has revealed that there is also forfeits for other offences. This would see players avoid a fine but have to do something embarrassing in front of the team.
On that, Mullin explained: “Then there’s the dice. Each number represents a forfeit, which can be quite excruciating. You might have to do a silent disco in front of the lads or a lap of the pitch in your underpants. Not too bad in May, but pretty unpleasant in the sideways sleet of January.”
Looking at these, it is hard to say which of the two sounds different. Running around in little clothing in the Welsh cold doesn’t sound like much fun. Then again paying £100 for being late also doesn’t sound any better.
Ironically, Mullin has admitted to receiving fines and punishment. He said: “Sadly, I’ve done most of these, the price of repeatedly forgetting to wear my flip-flops in the shower.”
It is safe to say Wrexham and the dressing room is well governed by the players. This must add to the unity in the squad which may explain the togetherness the team has shown.