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Not sure if this has been posted, but thought it might be a way for those of you who think they have valid and sensible views to be heard. I know a lot of us aren't fans of Gould, but if he is willing to read your views and pass them on to the NRL / Clubs, then it might be worth it.
Tell me what you want
Phil Gould | March 8, 2009
http://www.leaguehq.com.au/news/news/tell-me-what-you-want/2009/03/07/1235842719940.html
I urgently require some feedback from all rugby league supporters. I'm conducting an important survey.
The NRL is again appealing to the loyal rugby league fan base to help our game in these troubled financial times. It is asking you to join your favourite football club and attend its games.
Sure, a lot of this is to create a buzz about rugby league and to promote our sport; however, this year it's more serious.
Parramatta Leagues Club reports a $7.8 million loss. The Sharks say if the fans don't attend games they are in real financial trouble. All clubs are hurting.
I know how badly the NRL and the clubs need your help. Times are tough.
I could say a lot about the current financial position of the NRL and what should have been done in past years to see them better prepared for today's challenges.
The NRL says it's in good shape to deal with the current financial crisis. Maybe it is - maybe not. I sincerely hope it's as solid as it reports.
But they could be in a lot better position; on this point there can be no argument.
Perhaps we'll talk more about this at another time. At the moment, we need to help.
When rugby league is in trouble, it turns to the fans. That being the case, I reckon the fans are in a good position to have their say. So, our helps starts with communication - two-way communication.
The NRL says it needs you and it'll make it worth your while. But does it really know you?
I want you to tell the NRL what you want. I know the club CEOs would love your feedback.
Are you a club member? Do you attend games? Why? Why not?
If you've never been involved before, is what your favourite club is now offering enough to get you excited about joining?
What will it take to get you to attend more games?
What do you think of the current game-day experience? Likes, dislikes?
Do we do enough with our game days? Give me a wish list.
What, if anything, has stopped you from attending games in the past? Do you go only to watch one game on match day or does the Toyota Cup interest you, too? Would you like to see more games played on match day?
Do you like the big stadiums or the suburban grounds?
Do you like double-headers? Match of the day? Do you prefer night football, day football, Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday?
You can talk about prices, scheduling of matches, merchandise, accessibility, venues, amenities, safety, transport, parking, weather conditions, pre-match entertainment, half-time entertainment or even post-game functions.
Send me all your comments, suggestions, criticisms and praises. Send me letters, emails, website blogs; whatever. I will collect all the information and give you a full report next week.
Your input is very important.
I also guarantee your comments will be passed on to the NRL and our club CEOs.
No matter how trivial or how dramatic you think your opinion or request might be, please write it down and send it to me here at The Sun-Herald.
I promise I will read every word - and so will the NRL.
Tell me what you want
Phil Gould | March 8, 2009
http://www.leaguehq.com.au/news/news/tell-me-what-you-want/2009/03/07/1235842719940.html
I urgently require some feedback from all rugby league supporters. I'm conducting an important survey.
The NRL is again appealing to the loyal rugby league fan base to help our game in these troubled financial times. It is asking you to join your favourite football club and attend its games.
Sure, a lot of this is to create a buzz about rugby league and to promote our sport; however, this year it's more serious.
Parramatta Leagues Club reports a $7.8 million loss. The Sharks say if the fans don't attend games they are in real financial trouble. All clubs are hurting.
I know how badly the NRL and the clubs need your help. Times are tough.
I could say a lot about the current financial position of the NRL and what should have been done in past years to see them better prepared for today's challenges.
The NRL says it's in good shape to deal with the current financial crisis. Maybe it is - maybe not. I sincerely hope it's as solid as it reports.
But they could be in a lot better position; on this point there can be no argument.
Perhaps we'll talk more about this at another time. At the moment, we need to help.
When rugby league is in trouble, it turns to the fans. That being the case, I reckon the fans are in a good position to have their say. So, our helps starts with communication - two-way communication.
The NRL says it needs you and it'll make it worth your while. But does it really know you?
I want you to tell the NRL what you want. I know the club CEOs would love your feedback.
Are you a club member? Do you attend games? Why? Why not?
If you've never been involved before, is what your favourite club is now offering enough to get you excited about joining?
What will it take to get you to attend more games?
What do you think of the current game-day experience? Likes, dislikes?
Do we do enough with our game days? Give me a wish list.
What, if anything, has stopped you from attending games in the past? Do you go only to watch one game on match day or does the Toyota Cup interest you, too? Would you like to see more games played on match day?
Do you like the big stadiums or the suburban grounds?
Do you like double-headers? Match of the day? Do you prefer night football, day football, Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday?
You can talk about prices, scheduling of matches, merchandise, accessibility, venues, amenities, safety, transport, parking, weather conditions, pre-match entertainment, half-time entertainment or even post-game functions.
Send me all your comments, suggestions, criticisms and praises. Send me letters, emails, website blogs; whatever. I will collect all the information and give you a full report next week.
Your input is very important.
I also guarantee your comments will be passed on to the NRL and our club CEOs.
No matter how trivial or how dramatic you think your opinion or request might be, please write it down and send it to me here at The Sun-Herald.
I promise I will read every word - and so will the NRL.
