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Post by disillusionedmagpie on Jun 15, 2022 9:20:56 GMT
I was about to change my handle, but after reading the debacle about seat reservation and costs I don't think I will.
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Post by wimbornefan on Jun 15, 2022 9:27:01 GMT
Honestly some of this is a just moaning for the sake of it.
The club are trying to generate extra money, other grounds charge for the seats at games, so why wouldn’t we? Relegation, it’s always going to happen when you go to a level to high for the club, name me a club that even poole got relegated out of a league to high for them, Weymouth the same. Why are we any different to them.
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Post by disillusionedmagpie on Jun 15, 2022 9:52:54 GMT
Wimborne Fan - Looking at some of your posts I can't help thinking you must be a member of the old Board.
I dont think fans are complaining about a charge for reserving a seat, but the cost seems exorbitant compared to the ST price, plus the way it has been decided 'on the hoof' and by a member of the old BoD at that, who are the reason why this Forum started up after the old one, attached to the website, was withdrawn without consultation.
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Post by leemerrifield on Jun 15, 2022 10:42:52 GMT
Personally I don't agree with reserving a seat at a non league ground and I agree that the cost is arguably a bit disproportionate - but I should stress that's just my personal view.
After all we're a non-league side and therefore not an all seater stadium where you need to have nominated seats. The majority of people stand to watch the game and are free to roam around the ground or change seats whenever they feel like it - which of course is one of the joys of non-league football.
That said, I understand some prefer to sit and would prefer to do so in a set seat each game which of course is fine most of the time but can be more challenging on bigger games and hence if people want to guarantee their spot they are asked to pay an additional sum of £30 (and to clarify the cost is £30 not £35). As I say personally I wouldn't allow reserved seats or wish to charge - most times you'd probably get your favourite seat in any event - but if people want a guarantee to include the bigger games (or when its raining when seats become more appealing!) then I don't see its unreasonable to charge for this additional benefit ...each to their own.
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Post by martinh48 on Jun 15, 2022 12:04:56 GMT
Hi Lee It happened as I said Wayne phoned Tony Grant and he said £35 Tony Jackson was their and heard the phone call. Wimbornefan I am not moaning as you say about the money it is because surely things must be more open in regard to finance not a quick phone call over the bar Lee has said it is £30 I was told by our Chairman it is £35. Can you see my point this is a small issue but what if it was larger
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Post by kickit on Jun 15, 2022 12:33:03 GMT
This seems to be the same old poor communication which has blighted the club for years & years - which is a shame as things have improved in some areas. Clarity on who is on the Board (along with their associated responsibilities) needs to be circulated as it is with any other organisation.
With so much positivity in relation to team matters, can we please get this transparency in place and if not, why not?
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Post by wimbornefan on Jun 15, 2022 12:51:32 GMT
Does us fans knowing who’s on the board or what the roles they play on the board really matter? Do any of the fans speak to anyone on the board? Why do we need to know who does what?
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Post by yogi on Jun 15, 2022 13:22:18 GMT
Does us fans knowing who’s on the board or what the roles they play on the board really matter? Do any of the fans speak to anyone on the board? Why do we need to know who does what? Because it forms the foundations of openness, trust and honesty, all things a BOD should be willing and able to provide. |
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Post by bezza on Jun 15, 2022 13:45:19 GMT
Personally I'm not bothered about reserving a seat and I agree with Lee that with a non league ground and relatively small seating capacity having reserved seats could cause issues for big games. That said, consistency and openness with customers is key. I'm a technical and complaints manager at a pension provider and we have to publish all our fees and charges. Perhaps something should now be written down as policy to prevent upset and misunderstanding next season on this.
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Post by kickit on Jun 15, 2022 15:43:08 GMT
Does us fans knowing who’s on the board or what the roles they play on the board really matter? Do any of the fans speak to anyone on the board? Why do we need to know who does what? Yes, yes and yes . . . it particularly matters when they are less than effective at performing the role they're clinging onto. As an example, one board member has been cited a number of times demonstrating some incredibly poor communication skills (i.e. the disbanding of the old forum and the blocking of supporters on Twitter). I'm not an expert by any stretch of the imagination but I would have thought now would be a good idea to shuffle him away from comms .. .? Anyway, it seems we are being asked to take a leaf out of the Governments playbook . . . "Don't look over there, look over here". .. . now it's time to move on. In terms of the seat reservations . . . I stand and don't care either way but, bearing in mind the exact same thing cropped up last year, I would have expected it to be handled in a more professional and transparent way . . . it's not like it the issue is brand new. The club has an older fanbase and some of those fans come with certain expectations . . . the club and comms should have anticipated it (except they didn't because the same old mistakes are being made by the same old people). |
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Post by dorsetdave on Jun 15, 2022 16:38:05 GMT
I sit with a group of 4 who are all around the 80 year old mark.[ 3 of us older, one just under] I personally would not be able to stand for the whole game. I am prepared to pay for a reserved seat for league games so I can guarantee I wont get soaked [ the first 2/3 rows excluded as the new stands face the prevailing wind] So unless I sit down up to half an hour before kick off I wouldnt be able to come to games with a guarantee of a seat, and wouldnt spend money in the clubhouse
I have been a supporters for 30 years and some of our group much longer. Yes we stood when we were younger including getting vocal behind the goal. Some of us have put a little money into the club apart from paying the admission fee. We have supported home and away over the years. Have stood out in rain and cold to support the club. Surely now in our older years, and some of us with long term health problems, we can at least guarantee some form of comfort and the assurance we can all sit together to watch the team at home games.
Is that too much to ask ?
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Post by leemerrifield on Jun 15, 2022 16:56:37 GMT
I’m not sure anyone has said you’re asking too much Dave - that’s why the club offer the facility. I was just offering a different personal perspective (which we’re regularly reminded is what this forum is for) but I fully get why you prefer to have a reserved seat which as I say is why we’re happy to continue to offer that option.
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Post by dorsetdave on Jun 15, 2022 17:39:10 GMT
Thanks for your reply Lee which is appreciated. It was a worry that you said you wer'nt in favour of seat reservations. With you being the Chairman now I thought you might consider stopping that feature in future.
I see you can reserve a seat at Poole Town for £25. Dorchester have something similar with their sponsor a seat initiative
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Post by bezza on Jun 15, 2022 19:02:33 GMT
Everyone has their own opinion on this but my personal view is that a reservation fee of £1 a game, e.g. £20, would be a reasonable fee for the concession season ticket holders, who are probably the only category of supporter who need or want this facility - although I obviously can't speak for all under 60 year olds !! I think £30 or £35 on a £90 ticket is proportionately excessive.
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Post by southbourne26 on Jun 15, 2022 19:38:11 GMT
I have to agree with minsterman I really don't know what all the fuss is about if supporters wish to reserve a seat and happy to pay the required fee then it's not really anybody's problem I think the board have stood by there word to invest in the team and hopefully have a good playing area so let's all stop whingeing about trivial matters and get ready for what I see as an exciting season.
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