Blue and Gold Army

[Stagger eel]

Families that support Parramatta and aren't just in it for free tickets, And who are willing to chant and scream for their team right Colonel?

I'm sure that all involved are dedicated fans you can pick those out a mile away there are also young families with tight budgets that would jump at the chance and would be dedicated to the course.

but having said that we shouldn't be getting to far ahead of ourselves this a shitload of ground work left for us to do. [yes Colnel your not alone mate 8)]

No that's bullsh*t, You are either a dedicated fan who can afford the 10 dollars a week or you have serious problems. We wont take random people of the street just because they can't afford to pay for a ticket, We aren't the salvation army, I actually hope they don't even give us free tickets. I think it is pathetic. It's rent-a-crowd all over again, All waiting outside for Colonel to come along to get our tickets then we go in together, It's like a school excursion.

We are an army, We get out season tickets, We stand in our respected bays, We wave our flags, Sing and enjoy watching the eels play. If it's not like this, Then consider me out, And a few other's will join.

first of all! since when has it cost $10.00 for a family of 4 to go to the footy?

secondly, whether we get free tickets or not depends on a number of matters as I said before there's a heap to do before we even get to that stage.

but at the end of the day! does it really matter? no one will be putting a gun to your head saying you've stay out there until 5 minutes before kick off before your allowed to go in.

and whats the big deal about a couple of "Johnny come lately" joining in the fun, as far as I'm concerned the only people I notice on the North terrace at the start of Jersey Flegg is Hillgirls! so that would make the rest of "Johnny come lately's" don't you think?

 

[Eels Dude]

Some of this silly arguing has got me puzzled. I think everyone that is Parramatta supporter should be entitled to be given a fair go. We are all as one. We all support the same club and it is a very great club.

Everyone supports their club in a different way. Some are more passionate than others, but everyone who goes out to the game to cheer on Parramatta has my respect. Whether they are cheering or singing and holding up giant banners, or whether they're just sitting quietly on their seats it's all good.

A family of four attending the football each week would obviously be a bit expensive, it's understandable that they can't get out there every week. Let's stop some of this bitterness and just support our great club, any crowd is a good crowd.

 

[Stagger eel]

Some of this silly arguing has got me puzzled. I think everyone that is Parramatta supporter should be entitled to be given a fair go. We are all as one. We all support the same club and it is a very great club.

Everyone supports their club in a different way. Some are more passionate than others, but everyone who goes out to the game to cheer on Parramatta has my respect. Whether they are cheering or singing and holding up giant banners, or whether they're just sitting quietly on their seats it's all good.

A family of four attending the football each week would obviously be a bit expensive, it's understandable that they can't get out there every week. Let's stop some of this bitterness and just support our great club, any crowd is a good crowd.

 

[ParraMatt]

Families that support Parramatta and aren't just in it for free tickets, And who are willing to chant and scream for their team right Colonel?

I'm sure that all involved are dedicated fans you can pick those out a mile away there are also young families with tight budgets that would jump at the chance and would be dedicated to the course.

but having said that we shouldn't be getting to far ahead of ourselves this a shitload of ground work left for us to do. [yes Colnel your not alone mate 8)]

No that's bullsh*t, You are either a dedicated fan who can afford the 10 dollars a week or you have serious problems. We wont take random people of the street just because they can't afford to pay for a ticket, We aren't the salvation army, I actually hope they don't even give us free tickets. I think it is pathetic. It's rent-a-crowd all over again, All waiting outside for Colonel to come along to get our tickets then we go in together, It's like a school excursion.

We are an army, We get out season tickets, We stand in our respected bays, We wave our flags, Sing and enjoy watching the eels play. If it's not like this, Then consider me out, And a few other's will join.

first of all! since when has it cost $10.00 for a family of 4 to go to the footy?

secondly, whether we get free tickets or not depends on a number of matters as I said before there's a heap to do before we even get to that stage.

but at the end of the day! does it really matter? no one will be putting a gun to your head saying you've stay out there until 5 minutes before kick off before your allowed to go in.

and whats the big deal about a couple of "Johnny come lately" joining in the fun, as far as I'm concerned the only people I notice on the North terrace at the start of Jersey Flegg is Hillgirls! so that would make the rest of "Johnny come lately's" don't you think?

Obviously you don't look around enough because if you look up the back of bay 56 there's always one guy there watching the games from jersey so get your facts right. Since when are you organising this anyway.

 

[Stagger eel]

Families that support Parramatta and aren't just in it for free tickets, And who are willing to chant and scream for their team right Colonel?

I'm sure that all involved are dedicated fans you can pick those out a mile away there are also young families with tight budgets that would jump at the chance and would be dedicated to the course.

but having said that we shouldn't be getting to far ahead of ourselves this a shitload of ground work left for us to do. [yes Colnel your not alone mate 8)]

No that's bullsh*t, You are either a dedicated fan who can afford the 10 dollars a week or you have serious problems. We wont take random people of the street just because they can't afford to pay for a ticket, We aren't the salvation army, I actually hope they don't even give us free tickets. I think it is pathetic. It's rent-a-crowd all over again, All waiting outside for Colonel to come along to get our tickets then we go in together, It's like a school excursion.

We are an army, We get out season tickets, We stand in our respected bays, We wave our flags, Sing and enjoy watching the eels play. If it's not like this, Then consider me out, And a few other's will join.

first of all! since when has it cost $10.00 for a family of 4 to go to the footy?

secondly, whether we get free tickets or not depends on a number of matters as I said before there's a heap to do before we even get to that stage.

but at the end of the day! does it really matter? no one will be putting a gun to your head saying you've stay out there until 5 minutes before kick off before your allowed to go in.

and whats the big deal about a couple of "Johnny come lately" joining in the fun, as far as I'm concerned the only people I notice on the North terrace at the start of Jersey Flegg is Hillgirls! so that would make the rest of "Johnny come lately's" don't you think?

Obviously you don't look around enough because if you look up the back of bay 56 there's always one guy there watching the games from jersey so get your facts right. Since when are you organising this anyway.

ok! lets get one thing straight.

yes or no

are you going to stop Parramatta supporters from being part of this group?

the way I'm reading into it, you seem to want a certain type of person involved? if thats the case it would be like it is every year, a claytons army!

and no! I'm not organising it, I'm just offering suggestions and an opinion. But if I'm not wanted I won't be involved and won't bother turning up to Colnel's place tomorrow.

 

[miniHINDY]

This is just stupid
Everyone fighting over who should be in or not. It happens every year and ends up the same. Stop fighting each other we are all for the same cause. The best armies like the burrow or the dragons let anyone in that is willing to be involved. Thats how it grows. How is it supposed to get bigger if you dont let others in?

 

[Stagger eel]

This is just stupid
Everyone fighting over who should be in or not. It happens every year and ends up the same. Stop fighting each other we are all for the same cause. The best armies like the burrow or the dragons let anyone in that is willing to be involved. Thats how it grows. How is it supposed to get bigger if you dont let others in?

I am simply trying to get that VERY! point accross. we all have idea's some great some not so great, lets meet halfway and make it happen.

 

[miniHINDY]

This is just stupid
Everyone fighting over who should be in or not. It happens every year and ends up the same. Stop fighting each other we are all for the same cause. The best armies like the burrow or the dragons let anyone in that is willing to be involved. Thats how it grows. How is it supposed to get bigger if you dont let others in?

I am simply trying to get that VERY! point accross. we all have idea's some great some not so great, lets meet halfway and make it happen.

agreed

 

[ParraMatt]

Let's hold on a minute, A couple of days ago I decided to create an army, There was quite a bit of interest, Colonel has got hold of me and has told me alot of benefits in joining the armies together. The problem is, Since then it's changing allready, Everything that was promised, Is now being allowed back.

Don't get me wrong, I like families going to the games, The thing that I don't want is families that go just because there are free tickets, This is how the parramaniacs was in my opinion this season, It's disgraceful, Very embarassing.

I think Colonel has done a great job in having this meeting tommorow, Because obviously the people that head to Greg's house ARE the interested and committed ones, There the one's I want in the army. And aslong as that is the basis of this army plus people that can't make it but are keen then I'll be a happy soldier.

 

[nöyd]

* wishing I lived in Sydney *

I retract that statement. Looks like this is becoming life or death for some, I'll be happy with my foxtel. ;-) 8)

 

[The Colonel]

I think a lot more is being made of this whole situation than what it really is. Sponsorship was suggested as one way of making it viable for all and sundry to get involved and have some advantages that the season ticket holders could get.

There are a few things that need to be discussed. Nothing has been confirmed one way or the other.

If bitching and moaning is starting this early I'll gladly leave the Blue and Gold Army to their own devices as to how and what they want. Its not worth my time or the resulting headaches. I have worked hard over the past year to build a rapport with the club that could be used to the fans advantage and I saw an opportunity for all and sundry to be involved by being combined as opposed to separate groups here and there. If people don't wish to take advantage of that then that is fine. If your not happy for whatever reason than you are probably best to chose that which will make you the happiest.

I'd like to see people get involved no matter what there reasons are for getting involved provided it just doesn't come down to a free ticket every week.

Sponsorship could be a good idea - though it hasn't even been discussed in what way it could help the group grow. It was an idea among others that were expressed. There have been plenty of other suggestions and that is all they are at this stage. However, if the "Army" don't want it that way then that is fine - all the best in your organising and I'll continue with what Jase and I have already been doing.

In the end I'd rather every one be happy with their lot.

 

[MystikEel]

I think people need to write out (not necessarily in this forum... I meant for the meet-up this afternoon) their own personal "wish lists" (I use that term lightly) or something of what they would want the 'army' to consist of, how it would be co-ordinated etc... Methinks this would give some solid starting material for discussion and organisation....

Just a thought....

 

[Jake the snake]

You would'nt think it would be difficult oraganise a bunch of people to stand together and cheer. Come on guys talk it out like adults and then go for it. There is no better sight then the Blue and Gold army.

Count me in for the away matches.

 

[The Colonel]

In the end its all about people enjoying the footy......

 

[Eels Dude]

Well said Jake and Colonel. Remember we're all Parramatta fans here, there's no need for politics and arguments. All you need is a bunch of passionate Parramatta supporters who want to cheer on their side together.

 

[The Colonel]

By the way the meeting is still going ahead for all those interested. ;-)

 

[ParraMatt]

How'd the meeting go?

 

[The Colonel]

How'd the meeting go?

Gone over a few things that as soon as I can confirm them with the EO I'll let people know. Mainly who and where for seating etc, pricing and away games.... from that we'll see what we can make of it.

 

[ParraMatt]

Who turned up? list would be good.

 

[The Colonel]

Who turned up? list would be good.

Nikki, JessEel and her sister and Jess, eelavation and joe, di luvs parra and her daughters.

Not many but somewhere to work from.