GreedyHarry

Well, “Rovers are sleeping” seems pretty accurate.

Yes, decimalisation really did them over good and proper

We’ll I’ve put the case forward but see no debate from you. Do you agree with clubs providing spaces for mobility impaired supporters or do you see that as pandering to a minority and taking up prime space that could be used by able bodied supporters?

I expect it’s for having an opinion that shows you up as being a selfish prat. There are many many people on this forum, and generally that are colour blind. It’s been explained countless times. Our club for all the bad at the moment do try and accommodate those and have in the past asked for advice from some of those 12% that are affected. Having one team in a light shirt and one in a dark shirt allows those that are colour blind to differentiate between the two teams and allows those that aren’t, to also do the same. That’s inclusive to everybody and saves those 12% having to watch a match trying to differentiate players by just the shade of shorts or even worse what socks they are wearing. I don’t think I’ve never been so angry with your ridiculously stupid post and consequent reply to yourself.

Turns out the thieving bar stewards had even stolen the Watney Cup! https://gaschat.co.uk/thread/22234/watney-cup

UP THE GASH

I’m happy with that as long as Bugs Bunny is announcing the VAR decisions.

Here you go: "Dear Gasheads, It is with great enthusiasm that I address you today, six months after taking control of our beloved club. During this past period, the board has been dedicated to laying the foundation for an ambitious journey. I am excited to share our vision for the next three years, focusing on three pivotal areas: the first team, the Memorial Stadium, and our training ground, The Quarters. Building a Competitive First Team: This past December, we appointed Matt Taylor as our manager, fully confident in his abilities to transform our squad into a formidable force within the league. His vision and leadership perfectly align with our ambitious goal: promotion to the Championship within the next three years. We are committed to providing Matt with full backing and the resources needed to make this vision a reality. This summer, during the transfer window, we will work closely with him to acquire talented players who share his ambition and are eager to contribute to the success of Bristol Rovers. We have already made strategic additions like Kamil Conteh, and further reinforcements are planned that will bolster the squad in key areas. While Aaron Collins' departure was mutually agreed upon – both he and the club felt it was the right time to move on – we extend our sincere gratitude for his contributions and wish him all the best. We’ve also bolstered the management team with experienced figures like Jamie McAllister, Kevin Bond, and Wayne Carlisle, further propelling our aspirations. Additionally, we are deeply invested in nurturing home grown talent, as evidenced by Jed Ward's remarkable rise. Transforming the Memorial Stadium: Upon taking the helm, we quickly discovered that the developer involved in the previous stadium development plans at the fruit market site chose not to proceed further with the project. While acknowledging this initial setback, we swiftly shifted our focus towards revitalising the heart and soul of our club: the Memorial Stadium. The opening of the South Stand has demonstrably enhanced the match day atmosphere, serving as a mere glimpse of what is to come. Our ambitious vision is to expand the stadium's capacity to 16,000, creating a vibrant and intimidating fortress that will resonate with your unwavering support for our first team. We will keep you informed of our progress as we navigate the planning and approval process with the city council. We will share our designs and plans once we have obtained all the necessary approvals. Investing in The Quarters: Our vision for The Quarters extends far beyond its function as a training ground. We envision it as a state-of-the-art facility that will serve as a home for both our first-team and academy. This development embodies our culture of excellence and ambition, providing a clear pathway for academy players to transition to the first team. The Quarters will boast additional top quality pitches and an indoor pitch, specifically designed to optimise training for both the first team and academy. Additionally, the fully-equipped building will house all the resources necessary for player development. This will include gym facilities, nutrition and rehabilitation to ensure holistic support for all of our teams. Furthermore, we have also included a residential element to ensure the site is commercial viable for the club. As we obtain approvals from the City Council and local residents we will also share our plans and designs for the Quarters. Together, We Rise: The future holds immense promise, and we are not embarking on this journey alone. Your unwavering support, passion, and loyalty fuel our collective aspirations. We will soon be in a position to announce the release of season tickets. We understand the economic challenges everyone faces, and despite inflationary pressures, we have ensured minimal price increases. We still have a number of important fixtures this season, Wael and I looking forward to joining you all at The Mem and on the road to get behind the team. Thank you for all of your support. FTG! Sincerely, Hussain Alsaeed, Chairman" Two take outs from me. They need to be promoted in May 2026 to be promoted to the Championship within 3 years, and they might get a bit of a shock if getting permission from Bristol City Council to build on the quarters.

Yes, and beating a team of kids 7-0 to win promotion was completely above board.

Fricking genius

The latest example of ‘gas logic’ and obscure stats. A dangerous mix. Apparently according to this ‘club legend’ you can measure good, better best by the biggest lowest attendance. Yes that’s correct. The biggest lowest attendance! So, whilst referencing a nickname that in their heads means we are a 44 year old club, then goes on to show they are much better than us on ‘biggest lowest attendance’ for large swathes of a time that we apparently didn’t exist. However when we did exist then it would seem that we even beat them on this remarkable stat. I think the last straw may have been clutched. playtowin Club Legend 13 hours ago Just for reference. Bcfc1982ltd sports dept. Have only had 1 season that bettered our 1954 best lowest gate. Our 8078 lowest gate season was also better than 22 of 'their' seasons since 1961. To be fair i have to admit their lowest gate figures since 2016 have been pretty good.

Well! I don’t know how to spell it but it defo ain’t like that pucklegas Gas 4 hours ago Quote In hospitality today so the alcohol will anaethatis another defeat 1 2, coldplay who else!

This whole ‘academy’ thing is making me think. It is barking mad and unlikely to ever produce players for them and they’re bloody idiots for even thinking it might. But, I’ve just realised that they are conning money out of hard working people in Kuwait buy selling the dream of football stardom. It won’t be the really rich that get robbed as their kids will get whatever they want and probably play at an Academy in England. It won’t be the really poor who get robbed either as the dream will always have to remain a dream. It will be the hard working decent people similar to us, that try to improve their kids lot by thinking they are buying them a slice of a dream. They’ll do it by scrimping and saving and working overtime to pay for it. And they aren’t buying a slice of a dream, they are buying them a place on a summer school. A very expensive place at that. And that has really pissed me off that people could do that to others. Anyway……as you were.

And grey cloudy skies

I’m not an expert but if I was the safety professional I’d be insisting on boots through the door and have somebody recording that with a clicker as they entered the ‘concourse’. I’m not sure how you could conclude it was safe with 75% occupation unless you actually had that amount of people.