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Post by mca on Aug 10, 2018 8:56:31 GMT
This all seems a bit angsty. Me and my Lad always stand for the 1st half and almost always for the 2nd half. If it starts raining or Sutton are kicking towards Coll rd we may take a seat for the 2nd half. Obviously not one with a name plate on it. If someone wants to put an honestly bucket somewhere or stand there charging a pound or 2 I'll happily put it. Not over keen being called a liberty taker. Nobody asked for any cash 2nd half, didn't think it was an issue.
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Post by trev on Aug 10, 2018 9:56:13 GMT
I agree with you completely, mca. That's why I thought I'd better say something about it to prevent the situation escalating. I don't like to see fellow fans abused like that, but if it's really such a big deal for some people, then I'm perfect happy to see an honesty box/bucket installed for future games to keep everyone on civil terms.
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Post by markf on Aug 10, 2018 10:25:26 GMT
I rarely sit in the stand. Probably about a dozen times since 1970 and very few in the last 30 years.
However, I am aware that in all that tim the club's policy, except for big cup games etc, is not to charge for the second half.
Perhaps the aggressor isn't aware of this. Even so, his comment was a bit over the top.
Think you did well not to respond as if it had been me, well, diplomacy would have been on a different continent.
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Post by baboonfish on Aug 10, 2018 11:20:21 GMT
Perhaps a second half honesty box is not a bad idea, put a quid in there and everyone's happy.
Yes it was indeed over the top. Myself, trev and two friends were looking for 4 seats with a half decent view and unreserved, and I simply asked a fellow if a seat was taken and he very aggressively said it was then muttered the C-word. I asked him politely why he was being so rude then Joe Pasquale squawked in with his attack, seemingly unburdening himself with years of pent up rage at all these terrible human beings who have taken the club to its knees by purposely and with foul intent avoiding the stand transfer.
Well if the club's official line is that 2nd half entry to the grandstand is free (assuming of course basic manners of not taking a reserved or occupied seat) I shall look forward to furnishing the gentlemen in question with this fact next time I fancy an elevated view of the 2nd half proceedings!
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Post by Big Al on Aug 25, 2018 17:05:19 GMT
My first game this year and being one of those who enjoys moving from behind one goal to the other at half time I was surprised to see that spectators were not allowed to stand on the flat behind the goal at the Collingwood Road end. The steward was a very friendly and apologetic chap but had no idea why you can stand on the fence right around the ground with exception of this area. Go on tell me the fence is weaker in this area or something. Or is this H&S utter cobblers....
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Post by davef on Aug 25, 2018 17:47:00 GMT
It is standard practice, the gangway has to be kept clear. It is the same at grounds we visit.
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Post by Stewart on Aug 25, 2018 17:50:03 GMT
My first game this year and being one of those who enjoys moving from behind one goal to the other at half time I was surprised to see that spectators were not allowed to stand on the flat behind the goal at the Collingwood Road end. The steward was a very friendly and apologetic chap but had no idea why you can stand on the fence right around the ground with exception of this area. Go on tell me the fence is weaker in this area or something. Or is this H&S utter cobblers.... I can only think it’s to allow fans on the terrace a clear view of the game. |
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Post by sallycat on Aug 25, 2018 18:53:59 GMT
My first game this year and being one of those who enjoys moving from behind one goal to the other at half time I was surprised to see that spectators were not allowed to stand on the flat behind the goal at the Collingwood Road end. The steward was a very friendly and apologetic chap but had no idea why you can stand on the fence right around the ground with exception of this area. Go on tell me the fence is weaker in this area or something. Or is this H&S utter cobblers.... Because there's much less room between that terrace and the perimeter than there is in other parts of the ground. I'm surprised the steward couldn't work that one out. |
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Post by surreyu on Aug 25, 2018 18:55:06 GMT
It is standard practice, the gangway has to be kept clear. It is the same at grounds we visit. A standard practise not enforced in our previous 2 seasons at this level, nor in the Eastleigh/Salford games nor down the GGL end in the first half. Nonsense |
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Post by markf on Aug 25, 2018 19:20:01 GMT
I have always considered that end a bit tight so can see why this has been put in place no doubt at the behest of our H&S mate at LBS. Actually, it allowed for a better view for those not inclined to stand on the fence.
Perhaps we got away with it against Eastleigh and Salford was segregated and they didn't have enough fans to cause a problem with regards to access.
Bearing in mind we had a total ban on standing against the fence perhaps we should be thankful for small mercies at the moment, although I can't say I agree with any of it (as I may have pointed out previously).
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Post by jr on Aug 26, 2018 0:10:38 GMT
My first game this year and being one of those who enjoys moving from behind one goal to the other at half time I was surprised to see that spectators were not allowed to stand on the flat behind the goal at the Collingwood Road end. The steward was a very friendly and apologetic chap but had no idea why you can stand on the fence right around the ground with exception of this area. Go on tell me the fence is weaker in this area or something. Or is this H&S utter cobblers.... Because there's much less room between that terrace and the perimeter than there is in other parts of the ground. I'm surprised the steward couldn't work that one out. I expect he could. He was very polite when he asked me to move. Generally when you have to do that you want as little fuss as possible. One row of people leaning against the fence makes no difference at all. If it’s more then yes in that area I suppose you could say there might be problems. |
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Post by sallycat on Aug 26, 2018 13:24:27 GMT
That may be the case but it would be harder to enforce a rule about only having one row of people than none at all.
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Post by tommo on Aug 29, 2018 5:19:13 GMT
When the Gallagher ground opened in Maidstone, there was standing in the aisle in front of the terraces. Being slightly closer to the pitch and more crowded, the Town End was first to ban standing at the front. The new terrace was next when it was built. The unbuilt Riverside and the path in front of the main stand still allow standing. I never understand why people stand four deep on a flat walkway, rather than use the new terrace. Maybe it harks back to county league days. I'm guessing it's allowed due to more modern pitchside barriers.
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Post by billy on Aug 29, 2018 11:01:56 GMT
Is standing behind the goal (especially right behind the net) a kind of social thing ? Surely you can't see much of what's going on outside the penalty area immediately in font of you.......  |
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