Over crowded away end? (7 Viewers)

[clint van damme]

Was the away end above capacity yesterday?
It seemed to be to me.
Lots of people in the aisles. I was down the front and there were some free seats but I wouldn't say there was enough to accommodate everyone in the gang ways
Not the first time I've thought this this season.

 

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[Sky Blue Harry H]

Was the away end above capacity yesterday?
It seemed to be to me.
Lots of people in the aisles. I was down the front and there were some free seats but I wouldn't say there was enough to accommodate everyone in the gang ways
Not the first time I've thought this this season.

No - it's because some people sat/stood where they wanted - I was over at the end (on your left facing the pitch) and there were a load of empty seats (because of what you have described in your post) People doing 'what they want' at the expense of others!

 

[pusbccfc]

The issue is, people are having to buy tickets separate to their mates/family due to the points system. All 5 people I was with yesterday had different seats due to it.

 

[Sky Blue Harry H]

The issue is, people are having to buy tickets separate to their mates/family due to the points system. All 5 people I was with yesterday had different seats due to it.

I agree, but if mates sit together, is it right that they have to displace people who want/need to sit in their seat. Just leads to potential aggravation. Even if you were allowed to buy tickets as a group, there will still be numpties (we have plenty, as I saw in the services on the way back) who will still sit where they want and hassle anyone who challenges them.

 

[Hutch11]

Away 'seating' is rarely policed , sort of unwritten rule, you go where you can , not the perfect scenario but you get to stay with your mates , despite this , the permanent standing and the very little segregation between home and away , there's very little trouble or incidents at any game
Shows that if you're treated like adults you can behave as such
You'll always get the few knob heads but on the whole travelling away is a very good experience

 

[chiefdave]

The issue is, people are having to buy tickets separate to their mates/family due to the points system. All 5 people I was with yesterday had different seats due to it.

Is it not possible to do the friends and family thing you do with home tickets so one account can buy tickets for everyone with enough qualifying points in one transaction?

 

[clint van damme]

Is it not possible to do the friends and family thing you do with home tickets so one account can buy tickets for everyone with enough qualifying points in one transaction?

The problem is, as is the case with our group, that we're all in different bands.
Though even sitting in the wrong seats has to be better than standing in the gangways.

 

[Sky Blue Harry H]

Perhaps we should do what the German's do and all put a beach towel on our 'chosen' seat, before having a beer and hot dog on the concourse. Can't go wrong with that

 

[SkyblueDad]

I agree, but if mates sit together, is it right that they have to displace people who want/need to sit in their seat. Just leads to potential aggravation. Even if you were allowed to buy tickets as a group, there will still be numpties (we have plenty, as I saw in the services on the way back) who will still sit where they want and hassle anyone who challenges them.

If I have a ticket for a particular seat I sit in it anybody in it I shift them end of. It has happened once or twice they always move.

 

[Sky Blue Harry H]

If I have a ticket for a particular seat I sit in it anybody in it I shift them end of. It has happened once or twice they always move.

Think I've seen you in action...

 

[Saddlebrains]

The points system isnt great for this

8 of us going Blackpool, set of 2 set of 3 and 3 singles from priority windows

Want to stand together of course but also dont want to be cunts

 

[Hutch11]

Just find a space and stand together, not being cunts just do what the vast majority do , works most weeks

 

[SkyBlueMatt]

I'll normally sit in my seat. On the rare occasion it's quiet where I'm stood then I'll move to where the atmosphere is but I'll always shift if someone asks.

I don't see it as an issue really, it's part of an away day. 9/10 people will move, including me if you ask them. If you want your seat, go up a little earlier or you'll be able to find a seat on the edges.

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[SkyblueDad]

Think I've seen you in action...

Got a good story about that but I don’t want spoil your Sunday roast.

 

[SAJ]

The issue is, people are having to buy tickets separate to their mates/family due to the points system. All 5 people I was with yesterday had different seats due to it.

Are all 5 at different levels then? If not you can assign when booking you tickets so your together. I do that all the time.

 

[David O'Day]

If I have a ticket for a particular seat I sit in it anybody in it I shift them end of. It has happened once or twice they always move.

cool story

 

[pusbccfc]

Is it not possible to do the friends and family thing you do with home tickets so one account can buy tickets for everyone with enough qualifying points in one transaction?

Not if everyone has significantly different points.

 

[pusbccfc]

Are all 5 at different levels then? If not you can assign when booking you tickets so your together. I do that all the time.

Sadly, yeah.

 

[SheafIsGod]

Stand wherever there is space. Pay no attention to your ticket. How it’s always been.

 

[Hobo]

They wont have over sold for the area that is for sure. It is just another example from some of the dickhead fans that follow us.

 

[Sky Blue Pete]

Stand wherever there is space. Pay no attention to your ticket. How it’s always been.

Wonder why there’s trouble every time

 

[theferret]

It would help if they provided a seat plan when buying tickets. Many clubs using ticketmaster offer this to their supporters for away games. At the moment it is a lottery. Rotherham and yesterday I bought in the first 20 mins of the 1st window and ended up a the front. Would never choose to sit there. Wouldn't solve all the issues but would help a bit.

 

[ccfc1234]

I know people who would like to take their kids to more away games but they would not be able to see. I personally want to stand but I would also support a seating zone in the first 2 rows for people who want to sit as they are elderly or have a young family.

 

[pusbccfc]

I know people who would like to take their kids to more away games but they would not be able to see. I personally want to stand but I would also support a seating zone in the first 2 rows for people who want to sit as they are elderly or have a young family.

Unofficially, that's been the way for a while. Sit at the front if you'd like.

However, we sometimes have a couple of lads who take their kids to away matches. They love standing on seats and get involved in the atmosphere.

 

[SkyblueDad]

I know people who would like to take their kids to more away games but they would not be able to see. I personally want to stand but I would also support a seating zone in the first 2 rows for people who want to sit as they are elderly or have a young family.

Years ago you nearly always stood and a lot tighter too with kids be first in the ground bit boring but at least they should see.

 

[Kilclines curly mullet]

Stand wherever there is space. Pay no attention to your ticket. How it’s always been.

Having been to hundreds of away games over the years I can assure you that’s not how it’s always been.

 

[ccfc1234]

Unofficially, that's been the way for a while. Sit at the front if you'd like.

However, we sometimes have a couple of lads who take their kids to away matches. They love standing on seats and get involved in the atmosphere.

If the kids are big enough to see when stood on seats that's a great option. I feel the issue is that its ambiguous at every away game and there needs to be clarity. Perhaps all away games should be 'officially' sit where you like with clear guidance that the front 2 rows are reserved for those who would or need to sit down.

 

[WestEndAgro]

If the kids are big enough to see when stood on seats that's a great option. I feel the issue is that its ambiguous at every away game and there needs to be clarity. Perhaps all away games should be 'officially' sit where you like with clear guidance that the front 2 rows are reserved for those who would or need to sit down.

All well and good, but what about the Mad Hatters

 

[Hutch11]

If the kids are big enough to see when stood on seats that's a great option. I feel the issue is that its ambiguous at every away game and there needs to be clarity. Perhaps all away games should be 'officially' sit where you like with clear guidance that the front 2 rows are reserved for those who would or need to sit down.

Great shout

 

[Old Warwickshire lad]

Been lucky up to now, fans we have stood by have always made sure the kids could see.
Fingers crossed get same for Blackpool. But sure we will always find a place for kids as long as we are not too particular where we are.

 

[nunchuckas]

Unreserved seating solves a lot of problems. Those who are precious about where they sit would get their earlier, those who want to stand and make noise would naturally go towards the back, and those who need to sit or have young kids would naturally go towards the front or outer blocks.

One of the main problems is people who are precious about getting to their randomly allocated seat turning up 1 minute to kick off and hoofing people out as the game is about to start. If you're that bothered, at least get their 10+ minutes early to give whoever you hoof out a chance to find somewhere, or use your common sense and go where there's space. Even when it's sold out there's always space in the outer blocks or towards the front. 99% of people will gladly move if the game's not about to kick off.

 

[Kilclines curly mullet]

Unreserved seating solves a lot of problems. Those who are precious about where they sit would get their earlier, those who want to stand and make noise would naturally go towards the back, and those who need to sit or have young kids would naturally go towards the front or outer blocks.

One of the main problems is people who are precious about getting to their randomly allocated seat turning up 1 minute to kick off and hoofing people out as the game is about to start. If you're that bothered, at least get their 10+ minutes early to give whoever you hoof out a chance to find somewhere, or use your common sense and go where there's space. Even when it's sold out there's always space in the outer blocks or towards the front. 99% of people will gladly move if the game's not about to kick off.

one of the best posts I’ve seen for ages.

maybe someone can raise this at the next supporter forum although I guess it’s more down to the home club than ourselves.

 

[SHUNT31]

Don’t think I’ve ever sat in designated seat on away day. Never been asked to move either.


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[SBT]

I only ever sit in my allocated seat - the one time I didn’t, I was just getting ready for kickoff, only to then wake up three weeks later in intensive care. I have no recollection of what happened and police were baffled but the only clue was a business card reading “Don’t mess with slowpoke” that had been pinned to my jacket.