Site Features
30 March 2016 1569 comments
Mark Mark
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You’re looking at the new Fantasy Football Scout.

After around 18-months of design, re-design, wireframing, coding and testing we are very proud to reveal the fresh new look.

I’d like to extend a huge thanks to Will for his initial design and Dougal and Ed for building the new site, plus PureOlivia for his new version of the Season Ticker.

In addition, I’d like to thank for the following (in no particular order) for their help testing the site over the last few weeks:

Jonty, TorresMagic, Spencer, D1sable, Andy, Evs, Beavis, Doolittle, Kavali, Bowstring the Trout, Green Windmill, Balders, Sarjaent, Ryan, Kings of Lyon, Rakkhi.

You won’t be surprised to know that the new site is now fully compatible with mobile and tablet – it’s a fully responsive design that will adapt to your screen resolution accordingly.

If you’re accessing on mobile or tablet in portrait mode you will see a different version to desktop, allowing you to read articles and join discussions far more easily and effectively.

The mobile and tablet versions have viewing options which are available via a series of buttons under the top featured story on the homepage.

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Use these buttons to view Recent Comments, the Twitter feed and the regular sidebar elements – including a new version of the Season Ticker. We’ve tried to ensure that mobile and tablet users have the same tools available as those on desktop – have a play and get acquainted.

If you view the site on table in landscape mode, you will shift to the small desktop version – if this is not the case, try updating your device.

Myself, Jonty and the moderation team are going to be about today to answer as many of your queries and issues. I’ve added a short FAQ below to hopefully address any immediate questions.

Why have we made this change?

We had to move FFS to be more friendly on mobile devices. Just over a year ago Google started penalising sites in search results should they fail to be mobile compatible. While we chose not to rush out a quick fix to address this, we knew we had to accelerate work on a new site to overcome this issue. Hopefully we’ve now made the site far more accessible for those using mobile and tablet devices, in addition to improving the site for desktop users – we hope.

How can I report a bug or issue?

We’ve done some pretty extensive testing of the new site but, inevitably, there will be bugs we’ve missed across some devices and browsers. If you think you’ve found an issue, please report this in the comments or, ideally, via email.

Mail us at support@fantasyfootballscout.co.uk .

Please include as much detail as possible, including your device, your browser and your browser version. A screenshot would also be useful if you’re sending us your issue via email.

Can I give feedback on the new site?

Of course. Please use the support@fantasyfootballscout.co.uk address to mail us with any feedback or ideas or the comment threads to offer your views.

We’re aware that such a big change can be jarring and that we will all need time to get used to the new site.

Please be patient with us while we iron out any creases and fix any issues that remain.

Why hasn’t the members area changed?

We’ve decided to apply the new look to just the main site for now. Over the summer we will consider applying the design to the members area to also make this more friendly on mobile and tablet.

Mark Mark created the beast. He's now looking to tame it.

  1. Donhush
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Is there a home tab from the mobile device?

    I am having to re-enter http://www.fantasyfootballscouts.co.uk to go back to the home page inorder to access the 4 menu tabs

    1. Koflok
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      I think the logo on top left (?) brings you to home

      1. Donhush
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks

    2. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Click the FFS Banner up top.

      1. Donhush
        • 11 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks

    1. Link
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Damn it!

    2. Yer Dad
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      It is not compatible with my Nokia 3210 leader. Keep up the good work. Great to see this site go from strength to strength.

  2. Link
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Cracked the 33WC? Mitrovic my punt.

    De Gea - Darlow
    Koscielny - Sakho - Dann - Rojo - Janmaat
    Ozil - Firmino - Payet - Mahrez - Barkley
    Aguero - Lukaku - Mitrovic

    GW34: Dann > Monreal

  3. Art Vandelay
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Well done on the successful launch of the new site. Much improved on mobile but I think the desktop site might take a bit of getting used to.

    I preferred the old ticker too. Maybe I am just stick in my ways but really struggling to cope with the double row give to teams with a DGW? Seems a needless change.

    1. Mark
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 18 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      The new ticker has some great new features though. Click a team and use sort by rotation.

      Now imagine that pre-season with the ability to change to view players and view their rotation, building your own Watchlist for viewing in the ticker. That's what's coming up in the next update over the summer.

      1. Art Vandelay
        • 15 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Very nice - I will give it a go. Did some of the new functionality necessitate to two row for DGW approach?

        1. Bow Locks
          • 16 Years
          9 years, 8 months ago

          The old ticker format was what initially drew me to this site.

        2. Mark
          • Fantasy Football Scout Member
          • Has Moderation Rights
          • 18 Years
          9 years, 8 months ago

          Yes - because we now have matchday's in there so you can plan for Ultimate and Sky. Eg: you can see who plays on Sundays and Mondays or midweek so you can sign players accordingly.

      2. Lucy.
        • 12 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Is there any way to make it optional between the two? For the traditional?

        I haven't taken a look yet but the new features sound ace so you'll have no complaints from me. I guess people are particularly sensitive about DGW schedules at this time of year and their complaints may well be forgotten by the time pre-season rolls around.

    2. Xhaka Kahn't
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 13 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Use the ticker link in the members section 🙂

  4. WE GO FOR IT
    • 9 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    any news on Firmino? Will he play this week? if not what transfer should I make?

    a) Arnie -> Payet
    b) Arnie -> Fabregas
    c) Firmino -> Coutinho
    d) Firmino -> Ozil

    1. WE GO FOR IT
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      PS: Nice work on the new look. Really liked it(at least on desktop). Haven't tried on phone yet.

    2. jurgenklopp.8
      • 9 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      I expect Firmino to play

      1. WE GO FOR IT
        • 9 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Thanks. And what transfer would you suggest?

      2. Whats the Huth
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        You hope!

  5. Leaf
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    How do I get back to the home screen from here (on iPhone)

    To View 4 new buttons with ticket ?

    1. Leaf
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Ah click on the banner at the top

  6. Mickey Tyrion™
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    WC in GW33 I believe and have 1FT to take on any punt for the week. Recommendations welcome please!

    Current lineup:

    Schmeichel (Henny)
    Bellerin - Wolly - Williams (Dier - Targett)
    Silva - Payet - Arny - Alli - Mahrez
    Kun - Kane (Vardy)

  7. Richd
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Wow this looks really cool!

    Nice job guys. Hopefully the members area does come too, but appreciate it takes time!

  8. Coldplay
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Did something happen to the site or is my page not loading properly? 😯

    1. Jazz!
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Page not loading properly 😉

  9. Lucy.
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Lovely new site - particularly as I'm browsing from sunny Portugal. Good work team!

  10. Jazz!
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Can't see dates/times of comments on mobile 🙁

    1. Fred54
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Yeah was just about to post the same.

  11. Pirlø's Pen
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Wiji or Mitro for a 34 punt?

    Is it true Wiji is playing deeper under Rafa?

  12. melvinmbabazi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Aguero or Ozil this week for the armband?

  13. Alfies leg
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Site looking great on my iPad, excellent work!

  14. Zizoulicious
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Is this the article currently being commented on? Can't tell using mobile :/

  15. MFC86
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    1 week punt, ivanovic and Remy for free? Can't afford fabregas

    1. Sepp Blattered
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 15 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      I'd avoid Remy because Traore may start. Maybe Oscar?

  16. Long Juan Silva
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Jolly good

  17. luckyflames1897
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    I actually hate the new set up. Don't think I'll be a member next season.

    1. SuperDunny - Used to be goo…
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Not surprised. It sucks donkey dick

  18. Sepp Blattered
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Think I'm happy with my WC team now under assumption no injuries and everyone starts... (will await last minute obviously before 33)

    Robles Darlow
    Rojo Moreno Gabriel Evans Simpson
    Sanchez Firmino Payet Barkley Mahrez
    Aguero Kane Lukaku

    (Just need Yaya to go up 0.1 and Barkley to drop 0.1!)

  19. Danno - Emre Canada
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Loving the new site, although only briefly checked it out, congrats. Although one problem it hasn't picked my WC team!!!

    1. TorresMagic™
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • Has Moderation Rights
      • 16 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Get on the latest article 🙂

      1. Danno - Emre Canada
        • 10 Years
        9 years, 8 months ago

        Haha cheers, still trying to navigate around here...... If you could only afford Lanzini or Antonio who would be first choice or find the funds for Payet?

  20. 4FFS
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    It's insane to make this change while your members are needing to access more tools on your site to figure out the best way to handle the double weeks!!!

  21. marquinhos
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Which 2 players are the best to replace Butland and Kompany considering the DGW....?

  22. KeepCalm
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Whats up with this Lascelles guy? Is he nailed?

  23. Whats the Huth
    • 10 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Morning all. Has the speed improved? 🙂

    1. Whats the Huth
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Also. How do I get my emojis to work now? I'm on mobile

    1. Ziro Becomes One
      • 10 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Wrong place, Rupert!

  24. Scotty B
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Due to both my goalkeepers getting injured on international duty is it worth me taking a -4 to get a goalie in this week?

  25. Xhaka Kahn't
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 13 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    If you want the old season ticker, then access it through the members section.

  26. Mario Balofail
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Wth is this place? Looks like l33t stuff

  27. John t penguin
    • 11 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    ok personal dilemma , one of my staff has just asked me to look over a job spec they seen advertised to see if I think they should go for it. problem is it has got me interested in it now. Do I think about applying for it.
    should note that we are also mates outside of work and our families have booked a holiday together later in the year.

    1. CableEnable
      • 11 Years
      9 years, 8 months ago

      Don't do it

  28. Hughes the Daddy
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 15 Years
    9 years, 8 months ago

    Where are the Hot Topics? Can't seem to find them. Cheers