thatcham red Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 Vocal positive support and fun returned to Ashton Gate in good measure last season, helped largely by the East End lot, but also because others around the ground were willing to join in. Whilst appreciating that not everyone goes to a football match to sing, bounce, wave flags, hold up red cards or foam hands, there are some in all stands that would like to be more involved in generating an atmosphere, which is unique to Bristol City Football Club. Gary and the players have always said what a big difference this can make. Arguably, some of the best things that come from crowds at football matches are spontaneous, however, some need a bit of thought and organisation, and above all, effort. If you are one of those people, then I would encourage you to come along to Bar BS3 on Thursday 4 June at 7.30pm and kick some ideas around. Some of the Eastenders will be there along with the Trust and hopefully other supporter groups as well. It would be good to get a good representation of fans from all areas of the ground if possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chivs Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 I'm one of those people who like a bit of atmosphere at the ground. Having said that, I prefer the "tense" atmospheres to the foam hands, disneyfied stuff. But each to their own. I think the key here is that it should be unique to Ashton Gate. I propose the following: Some of the old-timers in the Williams should spontaneously stand up and start moaning. "Lee Johnson, what a w...;I've been down here 40 years and never seen anything like it; Grrrr; £25 for this rubbish...;Grumble" And then, en masse, the Williams should turn right and say "EastEnd: Grumble around" To which the EastEnd can moan about the stewards, Basso's odd habits and lack of noise from other parts of the ground. Then "Dolman: Grumble around" "Flipping sun always in me eyes; look at the early leavers geting in my way; bit steep these steps..." Then "Atyeo: Grumble around" Well, we don't have anything to moan about but you get my point. I think this would look and sound fantastic on Sky and would be unique to Ashton Gate. "Ashton Gate: Grumble around". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Stand Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 Was going to suggest that with 5 mins to go 3 sides of the ground could sing "Dolman, Dolman leave early, Dolman, leave early". Only prob is that this would be 5 mins too late & there'd be no one there to hear us! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cider head Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 Sounds good, i should be there for a beer and a bounce around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNRED Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 OR OF COURSE IT COULD BE 15 MINUTES BEFORE HALF TIME "DOLMAN, DOLMAN OFF TO THE BAR! AND 15 MINUTES AFTER HALF TIME "DOLMAN, DOLMAN BACK TO YOUR SEATS??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatcham red Posted May 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 I'm one of those people who like a bit of atmosphere at the ground. Having said that, I prefer the "tense" atmospheres to the foam hands, disneyfied stuff. But each to their own. I think the key here is that it should be unique to Ashton Gate. I propose the following: Some of the old-timers in the Williams should spontaneously stand up and start moaning. "Lee Johnson, what a w...;I've been down here 40 years and never seen anything like it; Grrrr; £25 for this rubbish...;Grumble" And then, en masse, the Williams should turn right and say "EastEnd: Grumble around" To which the EastEnd can moan about the stewards, Basso's odd habits and lack of noise from other parts of the ground. Then "Dolman: Grumble around" "Flipping sun always in me eyes; look at the early leavers geting in my way; bit steep these steps..." Then "Atyeo: Grumble around" Well, we don't have anything to moan about but you get my point. I think this would look and sound fantastic on Sky and would be unique to Ashton Gate. "Ashton Gate: Grumble around". Very good It has all the halmarks of good participation, it just lacks that one vital element of being "positive" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chivs Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 Very good It has all the halmarks of good participation, it just lacks that one vital element of being "positive" Drat. I knew there was something missing. Perhaps we stick with my suggestion but instead of "Ashton Gate: Grumble around" we finish with "Ashton Gate: Blowout" where everyone gets to blow one of those party blowout thingummies. If these have been strategically placed it might even be possible to spell out BCFC in the stands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frome Valley Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Can somebody ask the club to return to anouncing when Rovers have gone two or three down over the tannoy during the game? Used to love the laughter which greeted this and the sudden lift in atmosphere it created within the ground. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pederho ll Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Why don't the club place a few microphones near the louder sections of the Ashton Gate faithful, linked to the sound system to increase the noise levels around the ground. Doesn't have to been a particularly high level of volume, but just high enough to make the whole ground seem like is rocking a bit more.....you know a bit like backing singers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tunley Legend Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 I think the bloke on the PA should be fully versed on all of the songs and belt them out one after another Villareal style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Admin Maesknoll Red Posted May 21, 2009 Admin Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Why don't the club place a few microphones near the louder sections of the Ashton Gate faithful, linked to the sound system to increase the noise levels around the ground. Doesn't have to been a particularly high level of volume, but just high enough to make the whole ground seem like is rocking a bit more.....you know a bit like backing singers! There was a suggestion on radio 5 the other day, that Stoke do exactly that, hence why it seems so loud in the Britannia. And I'm working so can't get there on 4th, but please, please, please, no foam hands or f*****g jesters hats!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 There was a suggestion on radio 5 the other day, that Stoke do exactly that, hence why it seems so loud in the Britannia. And I'm working so can't get there on 4th, but please, please, please, no foam hands or ######g jesters hats!!! See nothing wrong with foam hands/jester hats myself; each to his/her own; I mean if we can do santa masks, marigolds, ballons. till rolls etc; why not? Cant remember what the last foam hands were for, although I have a couple (bought for the kids mind ) anyways any special days "profits" could be linked to buying large flags or Atyeo Statue donations as the bounce around t shirts were. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatcham red Posted May 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2009 Bouncing this post back to the top to keep it in peoples' minds and diaries Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted June 2, 2009 Report Share Posted June 2, 2009 *bump* Trust meeting in 2 days, everyone welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Cyril Posted June 2, 2009 Report Share Posted June 2, 2009 I think we should follow the Italian model. I vote for throwing vespas off the top tier. I realise we don't have a top tier. Never mind. Do I have a seconder? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsince82 Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 Shamelss bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CotswoldRed Posted June 4, 2009 Report Share Posted June 4, 2009 Can someone post the highlights of the meeting on this thread tomorrow? Ther's no way I can get there unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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