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Sky Blues set to play home games at St. Andrews (1 Viewer)

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Hugh Jarse

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  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #71
covkid69 said:
if the games were to be played at brum or walsall would we get the food and bevarages and any parking i wonder
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Of course you will. You may even be offered seats in the directors box and a chance to meet the team in the dressing room at the beginning of the game.:facepalm:
 

RegTheDonk

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #72
Mary_Mungo_Midge said:
......SISU would take the jaundiced view that our home is irrelevant; and if they have a continued involvement with our club and they are inclined to look toward a new home, they'll place it exactly where the hell they wish
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Yes, I think this is a good point. It's actually a lot easier for me to get to St. Andrews than it is the Ricoh, but I won't go to any "home" games outside Cov. I don't care if people scream at me and accuse me of not supporting the team, I believe the more people that go to St. Andrews (or wherever) the more ammo it gives SISU around the discussion table with ACL, or whoever wants to come in for us.
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #73
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
... Which is part of the... Rent agreement

Don't split hairs.
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It's up to you if you want to continue backing a man who is humiliating this club to fresh depths every day-personally, I'd say you're in a shrinking minority on that one.
 

ccfctommy

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #74
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
What are your motives behind not going? If you simply can't go because of the move, then no. If you simply CBA, then yes, actually.
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What if you just think it's wrong that were playing out of Coventry? If we play at Walsall or Birmingham then I won't be there.
 

chiefdave

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #75
So lets say we play at Walsall for the last 3 games of the season and then move back to the Ricoh next season, are you all coming back or will you refuse to go as they've played home games outside the city boundary?

If they build a new ground on the other side of the M6 (around a mile from the Ricoh) would nobody show up because it's out of the city?

This seems to be the least of our problems at the moment but the thing people are most concerned about! I would be perfectly happy to have 3 games, even a couple of seasons, played outside the city if it's to the long term benefit of the club. We won't be 'doing a Wimbledon' as league rules were changed to prevent that.
 
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Jack Griffin

Guest
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #76
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
What is it about then, playing staff? Manager?

Fundamentally it is about the rent, because we wouldn't be talking about this, admin, Haskell IV, liquidation etc etc. if SISU agreed with the rent.
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Fundamentally it is about control.
 
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trotsky

New Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #77
home games should be at home

Ashdown1 said:
I've said it before and I'll say it again, I won't watch Cov City home games outside of Coventry, so I'll be needing a refund for the last 3 matches. I've spoken to a few others over our way and none will support that bullshit either.
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I agree Games must be played in Coventry. It is a ridiculous situation, surely there must be a breach of contract issue for season ticket holders - anyone got any ideas?
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #78
chiefdave said:
So lets say we play at Walsall for the last 3 games of the season and then move back to the Ricoh next season, are you all coming back or will you refuse to go as they've played home games outside the city boundary?

If they build a new ground on the other side of the M6 (around a mile from the Ricoh) would nobody show up because it's out of the city?

This seems to be the least of our problems at the moment but the thing people are most concerned about! I would be perfectly happy to have 3 games, even a couple of seasons, played outside the city if it's to the long term benefit of the club. We won't be 'doing a Wimbledon' as league rules were changed to prevent that.
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It's unnecessary and it's humiliating to everyone attached to the club to decide to play even one league game in Birmingham, when the Ricoh is open for us to use. All because the owners want to prove a point to ACL-they should be fecking ashamed of themselves for going through with it.
 

Mary_Mungo_Midge

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #79
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
... Which is part of the... Rent agreement

Don't split hairs.
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So, in your world, 'rent' means 'rental agreement', which actually appears to mean 'reduced rent and access to all revenues'?

Try renting a house. They'll quote you a rent. Then try telling them your definition of 'rent' means they pay all your bills too. See how you get along. If they agree, then try telling them this 'new rent' should include your food shopping, and all holidays too.... :facepalm:
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #80
Mary_Mungo_Midge said:
So, in your world, 'rent' means 'rental agreement', which actually appears to mean 'reduce rent and access to all revenues'?

Try renting a house. They'll quote you a rent. Then try telling them your definition of 'rent' means they pay all your bills too. See how you get along. If they agree, then try telling them this 'new rent' should include your food shopping, and all holidays too.... :facepalm:
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Have a hot Cornish pasty on me good sir.
 

Mary_Mungo_Midge

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  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #81
Brighton Sky Blue said:
Have a hot Cornish pasty on me good sir.
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I have a draw filled with the cheeky devils. I am seeking solice via pastry-based snacks
 

Grendel

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #82
Mary_Mungo_Midge said:
I have a draw filled with the cheeky devils. I am seeking solice via pastry-based snacks
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I'd be careful -- look what happened to Thorn.
 

Mary_Mungo_Midge

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #83
Grendel said:
I'd be careful -- look what happened to Thorn.
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Yes. My best customer. Chased (slowly) out of town by you lot
 

Sky Blue Pete

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #84
Grendel said:
I'd be careful -- look what happened to Thorn.
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Are you able to articulate an argument that still defends sisu's position??
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #85
Sky Blue Pete said:
Are you able to articulate an argument that still defends sisu's position??
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Well this move to St Andrews may work better for MMM being able to push his chicken balti pies to the Birmingham public-could turn out to be a money spinner.
 

Mucca Mad Boys

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #86
Brighton Sky Blue said:
It's up to you if you want to continue backing a man who is humiliating this club to fresh depths every day-personally, I'd say you're in a shrinking minority on that one.
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Highlight the part in that post where I 'backed' Fisher? ...

This move, could work, it might not, so I have limited support for it for the time being. We might not even leave the RICOH in the end.
 

italiahorse

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #87
Don't go for the sake of CCFC

We must stick together on this and only go to the Ricoh Arena.

SISU will be testing the ground to see what options they have.

If they see a reasonable turn out away from the Ricoh they will pursue a ground outside the area. It would be unlikely to be in Warwickshire or West Midlands due to planning blockages. Leicestershire is already too crowded with teams so it will not be there. Likely area would be Oxfordshire or Northamptonshire.

If you go then you are directly to blame if they move out of the area.

STAY AWAY unless its the Ricoh.
 

Mucca Mad Boys

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #88
ccfctommy said:
What if you just think it's wrong that were playing out of Coventry? If we play at Walsall or Birmingham then I won't be there.
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On that basis I take it you don't travel to watch away games?

Mary_Mungo_Midge said:
So, in your world, 'rent' means 'rental agreement', which actually appears to mean 'reduced rent and access to all revenues'?

Try renting a house. They'll quote you a rent. Then try telling them your definition of 'rent' means they pay all your bills too. See how you get along. If they agree, then try telling them this 'new rent' should include your food shopping, and all holidays too.... :facepalm:
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In this context, yes the rent row is about the rental agreement.

That example doesn't work, I know BSB liked it just a bit, but it's revenue CCFC make and ACL wouldn't get that if CCFC weren't there, to use your analogy, it'd be like if I hosted a party in my property, I had to pay to get my property 'ready', I paid to get it cleaned up etc. I charge for entry, beverages and food but my landlord takes my profits, that wouldn't be right nor should CCFC stand for it. No matter how small amount it is because it changes depending on how many attend and buy stuff at games.

If you're happy for ACL to leech in this respect, that's your choice, but I'm not happy about it.

Enjoying that Cornish pasty?
 

Black6Osprey

New Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #89
It's about whether you are supporting the club and its best interests and what it stands for or are just supporting a team at a football match trying to win a game.

Moving the club outside the City even for a short period is not acceptable, we are beyond it being just about a game of football.

All this talk of its just like a couple of extra away games is missing the point.
 

Otis

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #90
Will I be right in saying that wherever we move to (if we move) season ticket holders will be counted in the attendance?

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Sky Blue Pete

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #91
Otis said:
Will I be right in saying that wherever we move to (if we move) season ticket holders will be counted in the attendance?

Sent from my KIS using Tapatalk 2
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You'd assume so. It would be my intention should we play away from the Ricoh to call at the ticket office for a refund. I suggest all those who feel the same do likewise
 
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RoboCCFC90

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #92
italiahorse said:
We must stick together on this and only go to the Ricoh Arena.

SISU will be testing the ground to see what options they have.

If they see a reasonable turn out away from the Ricoh they will pursue a ground outside the area. It would be unlikely to be in Warwickshire or West Midlands due to planning blockages. Leicestershire is already too crowded with teams so it will not be there. Likely area would be Oxfordshire or Northamptonshire.

If you go then you are directly to blame if they move out of the area.

STAY AWAY unless its the Ricoh.
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Then shower me with blame bud because I will be going to see the City..
 
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glamour76

Active Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #93
well gents, I have just called ticket office to see where my walsall tickets are (away). I was told they would deffo be here for thurs. I also asked about friday and i was told that they were 99 percent sure the game would be at the RICOH. Just passing on the news
 

chiefdave

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #94
glamour76 said:
well gents, I have just called ticket office to see where my walsall tickets are (away). I was told they would deffo be here for thurs. I also asked about friday and i was told that they were 99 percent sure the game woild be at the RICOH. Just passing on the news
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Free radio chap is also saying on twitter that it will be at the Ricoh.
 

italiahorse

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #95
Otis said:
Will I be right in saying that wherever we move to (if we move) season ticket holders will be counted in the attendance?

Sent from my KIS using Tapatalk 2
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Assume they will. But empty terraces will tell the story.
This is the chance to make a stand for the club.
 

jimmyhillsfanclub

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #96
As a supporter who has refused to go to home games since we moved from Highfield Road because I hate the modern "ricoh experience" with a passion, I can fully understand, & indeed, support all those who state that they would draw a line under it all if CCFC moved out of Coventry.

Everyone has a limit.

Mine was the abandonment of our home of over 100 years.

I still support the club....I'm still a club member & I still travel to between 8 -12 away games per season, but its no longer the B all and End all for me....

....Football changed in the 1990's & we have all become "customers"....like it or not....

...so if you don't like the "service" you are getting ie: playing at Brum or Walsall....then vote with your feet....& tell them to fuck off.:wave:
 

hutch1972

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #97
chiefdave said:
Free radio chap is also saying on twitter that it will be at the Ricoh.
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Thats where my money would go !!!
 

brez

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #98
surely football league will try and bang heads, i would hope so anyway, there must be quite a decent crowd expected and unless they have already sorted something everything must be in place for friday and paid for, mind you this is sisu
 

ccfctommy

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #99
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
On that basis I take it you don't travel to watch away games?)
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Yes I do. I went Portsmouth and I have a ticket for Walsall. I just really don't see why I should travel outside Coventry to watch a home game.
 

hutch1972

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #100
jimmyhillsfanclub said:
As a supporter who has refused to go to home games since we moved from Highfield Road because I hate the modern "ricoh experience" with a passion, I can fully understand, & indeed, support all those who state that they would draw a line under it all if CCFC moved out of Coventry.

Everyone has a limit.

Mine was the abandonment of our home of over 100 years.

I still support the club....I'm still a club member & I still travel to between 8 -12 away games per season, but its no longer the B all and End all for me....

....Football changed in the 1990's & we have all become "customers"....like it or not....

...so if you don't like the "service" you are getting ie: playing at Brum or Walsall....then vote with your feet....& tell them to fuck off.:wave:
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And that would then get them to knock down the houses and re-build HR
 

Otis

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #101
ccfctommy said:
Yes I do. I went Portsmouth and I have a ticket for Walsall. I just really don't see why I should travel outside Coventry to watch a home game.
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Coventry City.

The clue is in the name.


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Mucca Mad Boys

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #102
ccfctommy said:
Yes I do. I went Portsmouth and I have a ticket for Walsall. I just really don't see why I should travel outside Coventry to watch a home game.
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I rest my case.

I'm sorry to hear you went to Pompey, that was shitty.
 
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Brighton Sky Blue

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #103
SkyBlue_Taylor said:
On that basis I take it you don't travel to watch away games?



In this context, yes the rent row is about the rental agreement.

That example doesn't work, I know BSB liked it just a bit, but it's revenue CCFC make and ACL wouldn't get that if CCFC weren't there, to use your analogy, it'd be like if I hosted a party in my property, I had to pay to get my property 'ready', I paid to get it cleaned up etc. I charge for entry, beverages and food but my landlord takes my profits, that wouldn't be right nor should CCFC stand for it. No matter how small amount it is because it changes depending on how many attend and buy stuff at games.

If you're happy for ACL to leech in this respect, that's your choice, but I'm not happy about it.

Enjoying that Cornish pasty?
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You do understand that ACL offered to sign over their share of the profits and the revenue in total?
 

italiahorse

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #104
RoboCCFC90 said:
Then shower me with blame bud because I will be going to see the City..
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You have to make your own choice, but rest assured, if they get a good turn out, you will have rubber stamped a 60 mile trip round trip to all CCFC home games in future.
Show your support for the team by going to Away games only
Short term pain long term gain.
 
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RoboCCFC90

Well-Known Member
  • Mar 25, 2013
  • #105
italiahorse said:
You have to make your own choice, but rest assured, if they get a good turn out, you will have rubber stamped a 60 mile trip round trip to all CCFC home games in future.
Show your support for the team by going to Away games only
Short term pain long term gain.
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It's not possible!! As I eluded too earlier in the thread there is a FL Rule that makes that situation we all fear is a non goer.
Showing my support for the team is following the lads where they need the support.
 
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