Charity Shield Jersey is Black!

[Willow]

So?

Presumably that was for the Anzacs.

 

[Timmah]

Presumably this is for Charity, St George foundation does awesome community work. Where's the problem?

Hell this isn't even confirmed yet is it?

 

[OurRedV]

So?

Presumably that was for the Anzacs.

Perhaps the black jersey is to commemorate big dell's retirement.

 

[big pat]

i'll tell you what how about we have a white jersey with a big red 'v' on it.

 

[Saint Doc]

Presumably this is for Charity, St George foundation does awesome community work. Where's the problem?

Hell this isn't even confirmed yet is it?

Look I actually don't mind the idea of the jersey and, if true, am looking forward to seeing it. I think as a one-off, why not?

However, I'm going to argue against you because there is nothing worse than the forum-pest coming into our forum and telling a saints fan how he should feel about our jersey.

So...in reply to your post...the dark green was a tiny part of a predominantly red and white jersey to pay homage to the green of our ANZAC troops. Exactly how does a predominantly black colour jersey represent the ideals of the St.George foundation, St.George Hospital or Wollongong Hospital? It doesn't. Yes, the game is for charity...but it is for charity even if we play in red, white or purple. So why the hell are you even commenting? Feel free to reply or, preferably, don't.

 

[Cagey Mac]

So some smartyparnts in marketing looks at the response to last year’s black supporters gear and says “black is what our supporters want to wear, let’s give them a black jersey, they’ll buy lots and we’ll make some money for the club”
It’s not such a stupid idea though it obviously offends some purists perhaps it’s time for a charitable thought.
Black is rock and roll after all!
They can wear whatever they like if there are no injuries

 

[Timmah]

Look I actually don't mind the idea of the jersey and, if true, am looking forward to seeing it. I think as a one-off, why not?

However, I'm going to argue against you because there is nothing worse than the forum-pest coming into our forum and telling a saints fan how he should feel about our jersey.

So...in reply to your post...the dark green was a tiny part of a predominantly red and white jersey to pay homage to the green of our ANZAC troops. Exactly how does a predominantly black colour jersey represent the ideals of the St.George foundation, St.George Hospital or Wollongong Hospital? It doesn't. Yes, the game is for charity...but it is for charity even if we play in red, white or purple. So why the hell are you even commenting? Feel free to reply or, preferably, don't.

I can change Saints fans' feelings on their jersey? Really? I call it having an opinion, each to their own.

I'm commenting for a number of reasons. Firstly, because I can. Secondly, because despite what some might have you think, Saints are my second team and I find it hard not to get passionate about them. I blame the mrs for that. And also, I'm a paying member of the Dragons, regardless of the fact that I support Canterbury. Lastly, I like discussion about jerseys, as evidenced by the thread in the NRL section where I go to great lengths to get info on new jerseys. Like you, I'm looking forward to seeing what the rumours translate into this weekend.

 

[Willow]

Presumably this is for Charity, St George foundation does awesome community work. Where's the problem?

Hell this isn't even confirmed yet is it?

FMD, you'd argue with a blank wall.

Read back - I said it would want to be for charity.

Why do you give a toss anyway?

Hell this isn't even confirmed yet is it?

I don't know. You seem to have made up your mind enough to tell others what they are thinking.

However, I'm going to argue against you because there is nothing worse than the forum-pest coming into our forum and telling a saints fan how he should feel about our jersey.

Very true. But it'll go over his head.

I'm commenting for a number of reasons. Firstly, because I can. Secondly, because despite what some might have you think, Saints are my second team and I find it hard not to get passionate about them. I blame the mrs for that. And also, I'm a paying member of the Dragons, regardless of the fact that I support Canterbury.

LOL! A troll in denial. You really have no idea.

Tim what have I told you about using your girlfriend as an authority? You know it always ends in tears.

 

[St. Linnane]

Saints are my second team.

I wish you grew up in my house. I learnt from a very young age that you most definately do not have second teams.

 

[DaSuperHero2]

As a one off yes , If its black ill probably purchase one too.

 

[God-King Dean]

i'll tell you what how about we have a white jersey with a big red 'v' on it.

That sounds pretty gay......

 

[Saint Doc]

I wish you grew up in my house. I learnt from a very young age that you most definately do not have second teams.

For the record, I'm glad he didnt grow up in my house!

I can change Saints fans' feelings on their jersey? Really? I call it having an opinion, each to their own.

I'm commenting for a number of reasons. Firstly, because I can. Secondly, because despite what some might have you think, Saints are my second team and I find it hard not to get passionate about them. I blame the mrs for that. And also, I'm a paying member of the Dragons, regardless of the fact that I support Canterbury. Lastly, I like discussion about jerseys, as evidenced by the thread in the NRL section where I go to great lengths to get info on new jerseys. Like you, I'm looking forward to seeing what the rumours translate into this weekend.

Its the way you do it. You post like you own the place, which, at least in this sub-forum, you most certainly do not. By responding to Willow's post and bringing up the dark green, you are challenging his opinion that we are only red and white. When he replies that it was representing the ANZACS you fire back with some nonsense about the good work of the St.George foundation, its inflammatory. I know I'm wasting my breath here (well, fingers anyway...) but why can't you, if you feel the need to post at all, just post your thoughts without trying to enter an argument?

 

[RedVDave]

Although it's only speculation at this point, I have to admit my strong disspointment of selling out our traditional colours.

Yes I am aware it is a one off and it is for charity but St. George wearing black just doesnt make any sense to me.

I know the Carlton Blues wore a yellow jersey last year for charity but couldnt the players have just worn yellow tape around their arms or something and vice verser with Saints.

 

[slipperykinchela]

The red v is non negotiable - Warren lockwood 1999.

He should stand down now if this is true

 

[RedAndWhiteThommo]

I'd buy one. Bit of a discussion point and it would make a nice contrast in the pool room against all the others.

 

[Father Ted]

Saints are nobodies second team ya goose

I can change Saints fans' feelings on their jersey? Really? I call it having an opinion, each to their own.

I'm commenting for a number of reasons. Firstly, because I can. Secondly, because despite what some might have you think, Saints are my second team and I find it hard not to get passionate about them. I blame the mrs for that. And also, I'm a paying member of the Dragons, regardless of the fact that I support Canterbury. Lastly, I like discussion about jerseys, as evidenced by the thread in the NRL section where I go to great lengths to get info on new jerseys. Like you, I'm looking forward to seeing what the rumours translate into this weekend.

 

[R&WTILLIDIE]

You have a second team then you're not a real League fan.

 

[God-King Dean]

The red v is non negotiable - Warren lockwood 1999.

He should stand down now if this is true

That's why they are not changing it.....

 

[God-King Dean]

My only problem is it might be taken for this on first glance.

 

[LazyDreamer]

You have a second team then you're not a real League fan.

Okay, I'll bite. How does having a second team make someone less of a league fan? It could be argued that it makes them more of a league fan, rather than just a team fan.

And no, I don't have a second team per se. My wife & kids support the Raiders (no, I rang DoCS - somehow it doesn't meet their definition of 'child abuse'. No wonder this state's going down the toilet), and we lived in Canberra for quite a few years & saw quite a few Raiders games, so if the Raiders are playing, I go for them over whoever they're playing...UNLESS it's the Dragons, or unless it would affect the Dragons' position on the ladder. When the Raiders win, my 9yo in particular is happier than a pig in schidt, so that's why I like to see them win. Also, the times he's met any players, they've been completely awesome to him (Alan Tongue gets special mention here).

But of any team, I hate to see the Dragons lose to the Raiders most of all. Well, apart from seeing the Dragons lose to anybody.

Ditto, I don't mind seeing the Pennies win - my best mate's and his son's/my godson's team. And ditto, any time his son met the players, they were awesome to him.

With both those teams too, it's also the underdog factor coming to the fore. And who doesn't like to see the underdog get up?

And in any case, R&W, aren't there teams you hate more than others? I know if the Storm, the Sharks, the Roosters, the Eels or the Dogs play (even each other) I want 'em all to lose. Badly. To have teams you hate more than others could be seen to be liking some teams more than the ones you truly detest, thus making you "not a real league fan" maybe??? :?

And if Timmah's telling the truth about being a financial member of the Dragons, f**k, blows me away. Good on him for putting his money where his mouth is. :thumn

Oh, and finding it hard to picture a black jersey/red V that looks good, so will have to wait till the game to opine on that!