DIEHARD
----
- Messages
- 7,037
They reigned over Earth in Greek mythology, it's larger than life as one of the many faces of Saturn, and then there is the iconic Aussie shed.
But the Titan namesake will soon resound in stadiums and lounge rooms across the nation if Gold Coasters have anything to do with it.
A preliminary poll by The Gold Coast Bulletin concluded that the Titans are emerging as a favourite for the name of the Gold Coast National Rugby League team, which will take to the field for the 2007 season.
Although potential names were only narrowed to the final three on Thursday, local league fans are barracking for the Titans, historically revered for their size and strength. The Stingers are a close second.
Gold Coast NRL boss Michael Searle said although it was still too early to pick the winner, he said it was good to see people taking a keen interest in the team.
Most Titan supporters said that the godly characteristics of the Greek legends most befitted the future team, over Stingers or Pirates. But some were dubious of the name, often associated with the popular brand of tin shed.
Burleigh supporter Josh Stanton, 19, said he was hoping the Titans would prevail. "It represents the Gold Coast as being stronger, which is important in football," he said.
All Titan supporters agreed a buff, god-like creature brandishing a trident would be an ideal mascot. However, a stingray has also been flagged.
An official poll posted on the NRL's website has already had its credibility questioned as fans appear to have free reign over the survey, with no limit on how many times they can vote.Will Stingers be jellyfish? Page 179
Source: Gold Coast Bulletin
But the Titan namesake will soon resound in stadiums and lounge rooms across the nation if Gold Coasters have anything to do with it.
A preliminary poll by The Gold Coast Bulletin concluded that the Titans are emerging as a favourite for the name of the Gold Coast National Rugby League team, which will take to the field for the 2007 season.
Although potential names were only narrowed to the final three on Thursday, local league fans are barracking for the Titans, historically revered for their size and strength. The Stingers are a close second.
Gold Coast NRL boss Michael Searle said although it was still too early to pick the winner, he said it was good to see people taking a keen interest in the team.
Most Titan supporters said that the godly characteristics of the Greek legends most befitted the future team, over Stingers or Pirates. But some were dubious of the name, often associated with the popular brand of tin shed.
Burleigh supporter Josh Stanton, 19, said he was hoping the Titans would prevail. "It represents the Gold Coast as being stronger, which is important in football," he said.
All Titan supporters agreed a buff, god-like creature brandishing a trident would be an ideal mascot. However, a stingray has also been flagged.
An official poll posted on the NRL's website has already had its credibility questioned as fans appear to have free reign over the survey, with no limit on how many times they can vote.Will Stingers be jellyfish? Page 179
Source: Gold Coast Bulletin
/
I havent voted yet- initially supported Stingers But Wheres the rest of the Package ? With the credibility of the internet polls in tatters as multiple votes are obviously not policed or not able to be policed its hard not to suspect that the choice was all along made by the management- possibly had advertising agencies submitting Pirates and Titans as best marketing tools.- Stingers or even Better ,Stingrays has some potential But no examples of loggos or Promotional designs are presented for it anywhere that I know of ,with club saying they can do all that "after" the name is chosen.Personally Ill be following the Gold Coast Rugby League Football Club. GCRLFC.for short -The rest is a bit of a joke. Just Hope they get the Club colours right to go with my Blond hair and Blue Eyes !
