Redmycolour Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 What a flop this year, what happened, no atmosphere, hardly any singing, people walking away as early as 1pm,i think the police ruined it a bit, especially the wpcs on horseback, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AshtonPark Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 The horses have been used for a number of years now to clear the road. What used to be a decent edgy afternoon, is now a family fun day it’s not the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 20 minutes ago, Redmycolour said: What a flop this year, what happened, no atmosphere, hardly any singing, people walking away as early as 1pm,i think the police ruined it a bit, especially the wpcs on horseback, The Police horses only moved in to help keep the road open and prevent anyone from being hit by a car. The Police allowed the road to be closed at 1pm for the official photographer to take a group photo. In fairness to the Police, they do the same every year.......however, this year they seemed a bit more tolerant regarding the use of flares/smoke bombs. It was a bigger crowd this year, that's for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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WolfOfWestStreet Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 Enjoyed it but each to their own. No one punched a horse but if that isn't edgey enough then no sure what you are after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 Don't know why the police even showed up, let alone with cameras and horses. The road should have been shut, with advance notice to all. PS there was more singing at Flag Day than in the ground that's for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevP Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 The Old Bill turn up cos you're easy targets....innit.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redmycolour Posted August 4, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 1 hour ago, RedLionLad said: The Police horses only moved in to help keep the road open and prevent anyone from being hit by a car. The Police allowed the road to be closed at 1pm for the official photographer to take a group photo. In fairness to the Police, they do the same every year.......however, this year they seemed a bit more tolerant regarding the use of flares/smoke bombs. It was a bigger crowd this year, that's for sure. Yes it was bigger crowd but no atmosphere, ie singing, my son tried to start an atmosphere but it went down like a lead balloon, still think the police ruined the occasion, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 2 hours ago, AshtonPark said: The horses have been used for a number of years now to clear the road. What used to be a decent edgy afternoon, is now a family fun day it’s not the same. Edgy ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 Didn’t bother this year. It’s almost become a victim of its own success. Too many absolute belters there these days. Last year was the last one I bothered with. Shame really. I used to love it and admire SD and everyone at the Lions for organising it, but it’s not what it was and is now full of belters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 4 minutes ago, Redmycolour said: Yes it was bigger crowd but no atmosphere, ie singing, my son tried to start an atmosphere but it went down like a lead balloon, still think the police ruined the occasion, I honestly thought there was less Police interference this year, but I suppose that's down to the good nature of the fans. Yes, there were a few flares, but it was tame compared to last year, when bottles and cans were being lobbed skywards and onto fellow City fans., some of which were children. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbo Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 Symbolic of our nanny state, H&S mad, snowflake generation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Three Lions Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 24 minutes ago, Harry said: Didn’t bother this year. Last year was the last one I bothered with. Shame really. I used to love it and admire SD and everyone at the Lions for organising it, but it’s not what it was and is now full of belters. Section 82 have been asked to help out. But have never bothered. Shame really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bristol Rob Posted August 4, 2018 Report Share Posted August 4, 2018 1 hour ago, cidercity1987 said: Don't know why the police even showed up, let alone with cameras and horses. The road should have been shut, with advance notice to all. PS there was more singing at Flag Day than in the ground that's for sure. So where would the buses go if the road was shut? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 5 hours ago, Three Lions said: Section 82 have been asked to help out. But have never bothered. Shame really. I’m not posting on behalf of S82 mate, I’m posting as me. I’m out of the loop on S82 stuff now, as I’ve not renewed my ST in there and so have no idea if they were asked to help? All I’m saying is that the event is hugely successful and organised by people who I have respect for, and always hats off to them. But sadly, the last year or 2 has started attracting idiots, hence why there’s been arrests and bottles, flares etc thrown through the air without a thought for the fact kids are standing around. I’ve got nothing but respect for those who organise it, just that there are now a few idiots who can’t attend without being dicks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redinthehead Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 8 hours ago, Redbo said: Symbolic of our nanny state, H&S mad, snowflake generation. What is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redbo Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 6 minutes ago, Redinthehead said: What is? The lack of atmosphere at flag day and the overbearing police presence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestonRobin Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 3 hours ago, Harry said: I’m not posting on behalf of S82 mate, I’m posting as me. I’m out of the loop on S82 stuff now, as I’ve not renewed my ST in there and so have no idea if they were asked to help? All I’m saying is that the event is hugely successful and organised by people who I have respect for, and always hats off to them. But sadly, the last year or 2 has started attracting idiots, hence why there’s been arrests and bottles, flares etc thrown through the air without a thought for the fact kids are standing around. I’ve got nothing but respect for those who organise it, just that there are now a few idiots who can’t attend without being dicks. Talking of flares, anyone notice the ref point to the flare and subsequent smoke which was set off after the goal yesterday and then his watch whilst talking to the 4th offficial? Wonder if the FA will penalise us now? Seem to recall there was a threat of some sort of action last season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedLionLad Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 4 hours ago, Harry said: I’m not posting on behalf of S82 mate, I’m posting as me. I’m out of the loop on S82 stuff now, as I’ve not renewed my ST in there and so have no idea if they were asked to help? All I’m saying is that the event is hugely successful and organised by people who I have respect for, and always hats off to them. But sadly, the last year or 2 has started attracting idiots, hence why there’s been arrests and bottles, flares etc thrown through the air without a thought for the fact kids are standing around. I’ve got nothing but respect for those who organise it, just that there are now a few idiots who can’t attend without being dicks. That'll be the spotty teenagers who bring four cans but get wasted on two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 17 minutes ago, RedLionLad said: That'll be the spotty teenagers who bring four cans but get wasted on two. Exactly mate. I’m not criticising those who organise it, and it’s always a huge success. Its just these nobs who turn up to behave like idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 53 minutes ago, WestonRobin said: Talking of flares, anyone notice the ref point to the flare and subsequent smoke which was set off after the goal yesterday and then his watch whilst talking to the 4th offficial? Wonder if the FA will penalise us now? Seem to recall there was a threat of some sort of action last season. Didnt even see it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trueredsupporter Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 5 hours ago, Harry said: I’m posting as me. I’m out of the loop on S82 stuff now, as I’ve not renewed my ST in there Why? St Georges display? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Bristol Rob Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 2 hours ago, WestonRobin said: Talking of flares, anyone notice the ref point to the flare and subsequent smoke which was set off after the goal yesterday and then his watch whilst talking to the 4th offficial? Wonder if the FA will penalise us now? Seem to recall there was a threat of some sort of action last season. With the no pyro no party tshirts being worn today, you would have thought the stewards would have been extra vigilant. Hopefully it will just be a mild telling off by the authorities, but if the punishment is more severe we can hardly say we weren't warned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WestonRobin Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 6 minutes ago, Bristol Rob said: With the no pyro no party tshirts being worn today, you would have thought the stewards would have been extra vigilant. Hopefully it will just be a mild telling off by the authorities, but if the punishment is more severe we can hardly say we weren't warned. That would involve them using common sense - not sure that forms part of either their job description or selection process! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Three Lions Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 6 hours ago, Harry said: I’m not posting on behalf of S82 mate, I’m posting as me. I’m out of the loop on S82 stuff now, as I’ve not renewed my ST in there and so have no idea if they were asked to help? All I’m saying is that the event is hugely successful and organised by people who I have respect for, and always hats off to them. But sadly, the last year or 2 has started attracting idiots, hence why there’s been arrests and bottles, flares etc thrown through the air without a thought for the fact kids are standing around. I’ve got nothing but respect for those who organise it, just that there are now a few idiots who can’t attend without being dicks. People in the past have been asked and didn't. Handful of arrests in ten years for breaching banning orders, Few lads getting over excited over in ten years plus. Nothing really to get bent out of shape abut there. Potential is always there to do different each season with more help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAmNick Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 30 minutes ago, SonOfDjuric said: Flare in one hand, mobile in the other so you can show your mates on Instagram how ded 'ard you are standing near the police. And people wonder about the atmosphere changing, hah! I'm sure everyone was very impressed though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STeveOELlis Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 32 minutes ago, IAmNick said: Flare in one hand, mobile in the other so you can show your mates on Instagram how ded 'ard you are standing near the police. And people wonder about the atmosphere changing, hah! I'm sure everyone was very impressed though. That’s a smoke bomb, not a flare shag Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 2 hours ago, Three Lions said: People in the past have been asked and didn't. Handful of arrests in ten years for breaching banning orders, Few lads getting over excited over in ten years plus. Nothing really to get bent out of shape abut there. Potential is always there to do different each season with more help. Don’t really wanna go round and round with this mate but the arrests for breaching banning orders is not what I’m talking about. Last year I attended and witnessed about 5 ‘youth’ taken away by the old bill before it was even 1pm! Then there were bottles thrown around with gay abandon, not a care in the world that many people there had kids with them, some even babies in buggies. As said before, the organisation of the event is great and I have full respect and admiration for those that do this. Sadly though, there is an element that are very keen on acting the ‘big man’ and take the gloss off of it. Those are the people whom I label as belters - not those who make the day run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAmNick Posted August 5, 2018 Report Share Posted August 5, 2018 2 hours ago, SonOfDjuric said: That’s a smoke bomb, not a flare shag Cheers, almost got my hash tags wrong there Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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