Robbored Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stoke_Gifford_Red Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.Despite the fact that two sets of fans are closer in the corner between the EE/Williams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS10 RED Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.That 650 me included cheered the boys onto 3pts big points so its money well spent in my eyes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DanC Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 God wont you ever drop your vendetta against the EE, It was a success today and even GJ agrees. As chairman of the supports club you should be applauding these supporters for making the effort to make this work. Many of whom are also members of the supporters club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheshire_red Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Avon & Somerset Police for you, doesn't happen in many other grounds in the country does it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Ron Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Pfft, £5k, they wouldn't have won £1 on the Coca-Cola promotion had I not been in there scabbing bottle wrappers... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted March 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 God wont you ever drop your vendetta against the EE, It was a success today and even GJ agrees. As chairman of the supports club you should be applauding these supporters for making the effort to make this work. Many of whom are also members of the supporters club.What vendetta?Just posting an impartial view thats all. Didn't I say it was good to hear? There are pro's and cons to most things and thats all I'm saying. A balanced view if you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topbuzz Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 What vendetta?Just posting an impartial view thats all. Didn't I say it was good to hear? There are pro's and cons to most things and thats all I'm saying. A balanced view if you like.Oh and didnt you take pleasure in saying it don't worry your view is far from impartialIf Bristol Boy went today i'd like to hear his view cos generally he is someone that impartial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolman Block B Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.All i can say to that is "YOU SHOULD OF BEEN IN THERE SIR"It was nothing short of magnificent.....the atmosphere, noise, young and old,male and female, enjoying a great day, and 3 points. Brought back really good memories of many years past.My wife (a first timer in the east end by the way) said after four years of coming down the Gate with me, said it was fantastic, never heard nothing like that at City before.......infact we ALL said it was fantastic.As for the £5000, who gives a t o s s!The club CAN afford it it, and it was Citys 12th man.Ohh, at the end did you see Mr Johnson?Patted a few players backs, then applaued the boys and girls in there for at least 20 seconds!!!!!Ask Mr Johnson of perhaps he would like to see that for the remaining home fixtures....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stylus Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Cracking post Robbored. Sums you up nicley. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Well I had great fun in there today, was good to be singing all game and Gary certainly seemed to appreciate it, made a point of standing there for a long time at the end applauding us and then went on to mention on Radio Bristol how much he had appreciated us singing for 90 minutes. And said how good it was to have all the singers in one place instead of spread out around the ground.Fair play Gary and well done everyone in there who made it such a good atmosphere, the floor was literally shaking at times with the noise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans. no internet booking or pay on the turnstiles as it seems the E.E is a special place; it blooming is , where all like minded fans can join together instead of sitting moaning about everything.Chairman of the supporters club the rest of the ground didnt do to good either 11000 odd should of been 13000plus and not a even peep :tongue: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolman Block B Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.One other point.Why 11am today was the last chance for City fans to get their tic,s?I reckon that the club didnt want it to be succsesful bu it BLOODY well was.The chant " CANYOU HEAR US STEVE LANSDOWN, CAN YOU HEAR US STEVE LANSDOWN"....when Steve duly held his hands high and clapped back!!!!!I rest my case Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 "Lansdown Lansdown give us a wave" brought a big smile to my face when he duly obliged. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyderman Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Certainly sounded loud on the radio. Well done to all involved!Maybe it was tickets before 11 so it wasnt ruined by chavs paying on the day and acting 'hard'? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jay Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.Come on Alan, you know as well as I do that 3000 signatures doesn't mean 3000 tickets in demand. I know people that signed that petition with no intention of moving from their seat but wanted to see the EE reopened for teh sake of atmosphere alone.Personally, I had a thouroughly enjoyable afternoon & it was nostalgic at times. The spirit was high, I saw people I haven't seen in a while or only see at away games & the players & gaffer seemed to appreciate our voice.As for not selling out, whilst I don't wish to criticize the Club for the decency and efforts here, my only slight issue is with the way this event was publicised. A small article on teh BCFC mainsite & a mention in a programme was all I registered. Many fans have taken it upon themselves to create flyers, forum banners/signatures and much more. With a little more publicity in the right place, I believe that more would have come had they known about it.Credit where it's due: The CLub listened to the fans & took positive action. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ciderup Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Although I didnt go in there today, I would like to congratulate those that did. The atmosphere was much better today. I even heard the Atyeo singing in response to one of your songs.Well done!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted March 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Well I had great fun in there today, was good to be singing all game and Gary certainly seemed to appreciate it, made a point of standing there for a long time at the end applauding us and then went on to mention on Radio Bristol how much he had appreciated us singing for 90 minutes. And said how good it was to have all the singers in one place instead of spread out around the ground.Shame there wasn't more people in there.Imagine how impressive it would have been with a full EE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bringbacktherobin Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Who cares if it wasnt full up? Everyone in there had fun. Had a good sing song and got behind the lads.This is the best chance we have of going up in a long long time, we need to boost the lads at every chance we can.Up the City Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nibor Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 What vendetta?Just posting an impartial view thats all. Didn't I say it was good to hear? There are pro's and cons to most things and thats all I'm saying. A balanced view if you like.About as balanced as Neil Shipperly's diet.The East End made a great contribution to the atmosphere today and it was much improved, long may it continue. The next step must surely be convincing Avon and Somerset that their need to supplement their income with pointless overtime can be better fulfilled trying to nick criminals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tunley Legend Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I didn't go in the East End but, Forest excepted on Police grounds, if the East End is opened to our fans for the rest of the season we will start to fill it. I thought it was great that all the people who wanted to sing were in the same area and created an atmosphere - that is what we need at Ashton Gate, not some accountant arguing whether the half turnout balanced against the police costs and factored by the three points represented VALUE FOR BLOODY MONEY!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tux1982 Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 it definately woke up the rest of the gate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCFC_Dan Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 If the noise generated is the difference between winning and drawing (or losing!) then it's worth every penny. £5k every other week isn't a huge cost when you consider we've paid players more to do less! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cidercity1987 Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 We had a good craic in there today. I didn't think there was ever any chance of trouble, just plenty of banter and a good atmosphere. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bringbacktherobin Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 No, i also don't think there was ever going to be any trouble.It seemed different in there today on the "trouble" factor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrJoey Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Was in there today, a truly amazing atmosphere (The kid with the drum(s?) helped with the atmosphere also).For me the 5k was worth it, if it was opened, a full EE alone would provide more profit than loss in that 5k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartolona Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Well done to everyone in the EE today, could hear you loud and clear from Dolman B. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drew Peacock Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 About as balanced as Neil Shipperly's diet.The East End made a great contribution to the atmosphere today and it was much improved, long may it continue. The next step must surely be convincing Avon and Somerset that their need to supplement their income with pointless overtime can be better fulfilled trying to nick criminals.Wel if they aren't at the EE where are they?It takes them over 4 hours to respond to a 999 call. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bucksred Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Robbored, the difference in the noise from the Gate, clearly audible to those of us who weren't able to get there renders your argument superfluous.I haven't heard it that noisy since well the QPRse and Plymuff games a few seasons back. noise! summat the Library never normally has.Its a great idea, and should be encouraged.Football, by the people, for the people.Keep it up, all of you in the EE, MUCH better atmosphere today, as commented on by the summarizer and commentator on Radio Briz, and us in livechat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickJ Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 I was very suprised to the EE with so few in there today - around 650 I think.With all the publicity and those thousands of signatures on the 'open the EE' petition I was expecting a complete sell out.Still, the hardy few made a good deal of noise - it was good to hear.Shame it cost the club arounf £5k in police costs as the police insist that if the EE is open it has to be policed by thier officers due to the close proximity of the away fans.Each time you make a post about the EE, I dislike you a little bit more.Well done to the 650 that made the extra effort to get to Ashton Gate, before 11am today, to either buy their ticket in advance, or swap their season ticket from somewhere else. That's what I say.When and if the club and the police agree to being civil about this, the EE will be packed every week, but thankfully not with the likes of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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