Right....Protest This Saturday....Protest No.1!!!!

[Yubep]

Good luck to the protestors today, let's hope this gets the owners to take some notice of us for a change.

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[yloop]

Tr0lling message boards is so 2001


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It's so Rivals.

[katcha]

Reasoned point.

If the owner doesn't give a fuck about the club, do you think he'll give a fuck about a protest.

There's a way to manage the discontent and I'm (or not) surprised that it's not been mentioned or covered. Take a look around you in the ground today as you're walking around doing your thing. Don't look at the crowd, don't look at the pitch because for that 10 minutes you cease to be part of it, but look at the ground as if it was empty and take stock of who is there when the ground is empty. These are the people you need to speak to, but in a grown up, joined up manner.

[PJPoolie]

Yes, good luck.

I've got some small concerns about the nature of the protest as I feel it's a little misdirected. A protest aimed at the owners is all very well, as is a protest at a JPT game. But a matchday protest, during a tough but very winnable league game, I'm not so sure. Anything that could have a negative effect on the team, no matter how small, leaves me a little uneasy.

But it's well intentioned, and it's good to see a little passion. Way better than drama tarts queuing up to try to outdo each other with their tales of just how long they've been a supporter and just how bereft and disenfranchised and disinterested they've become. "Never, in all my 85 years as a supporter, man and boy, have I ever felt so...." Oh do shut up.

Hopefully we'll see a reaction from the top and maybe a statement from Mr Hodcroft. Anything is better than silence.

Those are pretty much my thoughts on the matter, I don't really like the idea but if it serves to get something ...anything out of Hodcroft then it's worthwhile. I'd compare it to poking him with a stick. Its saying we care about this club, do you still?

Hopefully today is a day when the players give us something to get behind if they do the crowd will respond and get right behind them. The last thing we need is things to go the other way it will be toxic if it does.

[poolieinnottingham]

Good luck to everyone taking part. I can't be there today but I'm up for the Carlisle game and will join in for that one. Keep spreading the word, and I reckon a few people will be surprised at what we can achieve.

[Jonny]

I wonder how many people can get through the protest without buying a pint...?

[Gibsons Beard]

Chants of " this is a library" from pompey so I really don't think a couple of hundred walking behind the stand for ten mins will make any difference.

[Bearded Beast]

Hahahahahaaaaahaaa
What a protest.

[born toulouse]

What a desperately sad individual you are.

[Freaky Teeth]

Hahahahahaaaaahaaa
What a protest.

Genuine question, where do you think Pools will be in 3 years?

[Compo]

What happened?

[mickys19]

No protest no nothing

[Compo]

So no one did anything then?

[Gibsons Beard]

There was a protest but not many of us did it. Not many behind the ck anyway

[Poolie JonV]

It was abit of a damp squid I'm afraid but glad I did it

[parmo]

I'm looking forward to the next game where we go back to the bottom of the league when they beat us... the glory of it!!!!

but Cooper still wouldn't be sacked, even if we didn't score against Carlisle!!!!!

[Fetish_Bob]

I'm sure I said it needed publicising more for it to be effective. And fact that it was a minority of a minority (the bunker) would mean it was waste of time. Now I didn't take part ,reason I didn't was to look at the mill House and ck stands and see how many took part. I didn't notice anyone as such. They could have been going to the bog. Sad thing as well KH was in attendance. Now I would like anyone who took part , and I respect those who did to tell me
(A) what it achieved
(B) would it be better to attempt to give more people information next time, as I suggested and not to keep it toa small minority of fans of which for whatever reason many of that minority won't be at the game. Lot mouthed off but weren't being there today

[monkeybutt]

The reason it went tits up was this, apparently all you fuckers on here don`t attend matches, just come on here and bump your gums!!

This is from the facebook group

So who doesn`t go then apart from the diehard drama queen behind the sofa

[Fetish_Bob]

I'm sure I said it needed publicising more for it to be effective. And fact that it was a minority of a minority (the bunker) would mean it was waste of time. Now I didn't take part ,reason I didn't was to look at the mill House and ck stands and see how many took part. I didn't notice anyone as such. They could have been going to the bog. Sad thing as well KH was in attendance. Now I would like anyone who took part , and I respect those who did to tell me
(A) what it achieved
(B) would it be better to attempt to give more people information next time, as I suggested and not to keep it toa small minority of fans of which for whatever reason many of that minority won't be at the game. Lot mouthed off but weren't being there today

[monkeybutt]

People piss me off, just keep on being served the same shite, you probably deserve it, wouldn`t want to cause a scene eh

[shilts]

I'm probably going to get hammered for this and thought about not saying anything but in the interests of honesty....I was waiting for someone to go....saw literally one bloke from my stand (family bit of CK) and no more than 4 leave the Millhouse. To be perfectly honest, I thought 'well they could be going for a piss/pie/pint' and 'maybe Ken's been on the Bunker this morning and confirmed Cooper has £1m to spend in January' (the last bit's a lie).

I didn't go because I wasn't sure anyone was going.

[Compo]

If your not a sheep you don't need a Shepard

[shilts]

Completely right Compo. And I feel ashamed of myself to be honest, but I saw so little movement I didn't know what to think.

[KeithNobbsBigToe]

The reason it went tits up was this, apparently all you fuckers on here don`t attend matches, just come on here and bump your gums!!

This is from the facebook group

So who doesn`t go then apart from the diehard drama queen behind the sofa

Hands up here Monkeybutt, I rarely get to games these days

I did discuss heading up for this match with the wife - but due to financial constraints, couldn't manage it

will be hoping to get to a game at some point and WILL join the protest if there is one.

[MutleyRules]

You didn't understand....but if you aren't happy....make a stand!!!!

If you are happy with IOR and the way they are making Hartlepool United defuct carry on....your choice!!!! :roll:

[shilts]

The reason it went tits up was this, apparently all you fuckers on here don`t attend matches, just come on here and bump your gums!!

This is from the facebook group

So who doesn`t go then apart from the diehard drama queen behind the sofa

Hands up here Monkeybutt, I rarely get to games these days

I did discuss heading up for this match with the wife - but due to financial constraints, couldn't manage it

will be hoping to get to a game at some point and WILL join the protest if there is one.

If you are actually in Hull Mr Toe, I can vouch for how hard it is to get to games - I live on the east coast, 20mins away from Hull and it takes me a good 4 1/2 to 5hrs as a round trip to home games (£35 in petrol or £40 if I drive like a twat then tickets on top) and our area isn't exactly awash with cash...it's only been the last year and a bit that I've been in a position to go.

[shilts]

You didn't understand....but if you aren't happy....make a stand!!!!

If you are happy with IOR and the way they are making Hartlepool United defuct carry on....your choice!!!! :roll:

If this was aimed at me Mutley, again, I agree and for what it's worth I'm sorry.

[Jonny]

Reasons that people did not join the protest.

- There wasn't a clear message.
- The timing was poor
- People didn't know about it.
- People didn't want to miss any of the match.
- In general many Poolies probably aren't as anti IOR as people who post on here.

If people didn't join in the protest it wasn't because they don't give a fuck - if they didn't give a fuck they wouldn't be at the match in the first place. It was because they either didn't know about it or agree with it.

There were many people who were banging the drum for protesting who are there week in week out that couldn't make todays game for various reasons.

As for Ken trousering money...?? Pools have barely had time to spend the Luke James money - if it isn't spent in January then that will be the time to start protesting in my opinion...

[MutleyRules]

You didn't understand....but if you aren't happy....make a stand!!!!

If you are happy with IOR and the way they are making Hartlepool United defuct carry on....your choice!!!! :roll:

If this was aimed at me Mutley, again, I agree and for what it's worth I'm sorry.

And I'm sorry but it wasn't aimed at anyone in particular....just the majority...the ones who decide to do something when it's too late!!!!

[Jonny]

Fishing...? I must be one of the 2900 there today who doesn't give a fuck about Pools because I didn't join the protest and I must have imagined paying 20 quid in today as everyone is on a freebie....

[Jonny]

No one is disputing that times are tough and the budget is tight. The budget that has been made available probably hasn't been used as wisely as it could have been. All clubs have times where they aren't splashing the cash. Hopefully it is only a short term situation.

[tREE_wiTH_hAMStER]

What did Hodcroft say in his programme notes today?

[monkeybutt]

The reason it went tits up was this, apparently all you fuckers on here don`t attend matches, just come on here and bump your gums!!

This is from the facebook group

So who doesn`t go then apart from the diehard drama queen behind the sofa

Hands up here Monkeybutt, I rarely get to games these days

I did discuss heading up for this match with the wife - but due to financial constraints, couldn't manage it

will be hoping to get to a game at some point and WILL join the protest if there is one.

If you are actually in Hull Mr Toe, I can vouch for how hard it is to get to games - I live on the east coast, 20mins away from Hull and it takes me a good 4 1/2 to 5hrs as a round trip to home games (£35 in petrol or £40 if I drive like a twat then tickets on top) and our area isn't exactly awash with cash...it's only been the last year and a bit that I've been in a position to go.

Share the car cost and come together

[Joe Mac]

What did Hodcroft say in his programme notes today?

No notes from Hodcroft or Green today. Just from Cooper and Bates, just a textbook article from both though.

[KeithNobbsBigToe]

The reason it went tits up was this, apparently all you fuckers on here don`t attend matches, just come on here and bump your gums!!

This is from the facebook group

So who doesn`t go then apart from the diehard drama queen behind the sofa

Hands up here Monkeybutt, I rarely get to games these days

I did discuss heading up for this match with the wife - but due to financial constraints, couldn't manage it

will be hoping to get to a game at some point and WILL join the protest if there is one.

If you are actually in Hull Mr Toe, I can vouch for how hard it is to get to games - I live on the east coast, 20mins away from Hull and it takes me a good 4 1/2 to 5hrs as a round trip to home games (£35 in petrol or £40 if I drive like a twat then tickets on top) and our area isn't exactly awash with cash...it's only been the last year and a bit that I've been in a position to go.

I've been in Hull just over a year Shilts. Nightmare drive home when it's needed - minimum 4 hours round trip and a full tank in our old little car £45.

Was hoping to get up for the Sheff Utd league trophy game, but suggestions on here are it's undergoing a boycott from the fans - having said that, reading about the 'support' today, fuck it, might head up anyway.

[KeithNobbsBigToe]

If you are actually in Hull Mr Toe, I can vouch for how hard it is to get to games - I live on the east coast, 20mins away from Hull and it takes me a good 4 1/2 to 5hrs as a round trip to home games (£35 in petrol or £40 if I drive like a twat then tickets on top) and our area isn't exactly awash with cash...it's only been the last year and a bit that I've been in a position to go.[/quote]

Share the car cost and come together [/quote]


Cracking idea monkeybutt - I asked a Hull based fellow Poolie if he fancied making the journey north - unfortunately he has friends visiting so couldn't make it. Shame, as that would've swayed me to head up.

[tREE_wiTH_hAMStER]

What did Hodcroft say in his programme notes today?

No notes from Hodcroft or Green today. Just from Cooper and Bates, just a textbook article from both though.

Nothing from either??

[Wommers]

Two points:

1: Couldn't be there because i live 150 mile away and the missus was working so was minding 2 under 3 kids.
2: Desperately concerned with the apathy on show, obviously it's a case of "wait till we're nearly down before giving a f*ck".

what will it take for people to really give a fuck?

[monkeybutt]

Two points:

1: Couldn't be there because i live 150 mile away and the missus was working so was minding 2 under 3 kids.
2: Desperately concerned with the apathy on show, obviously it's a case of "wait till we're nearly down before giving a f*ck".

what will it take for people to really give a fuck?

Call yourself a supporter, pah, you could have made the trip with the kids, left them in the car with a juice and a biscuit for 2 hours and then headed back, simples

[Wommers]

Two points:

1: Couldn't be there because i live 150 mile away and the missus was working so was minding 2 under 3 kids.
2: Desperately concerned with the apathy on show, obviously it's a case of "wait till we're nearly down before giving a f*ck".

what will it take for people to really give a fuck?

Call yourself a supporter, pah, you could have made the trip with the kids, left them in the car with a juice and a biscuit for 2 hours and then headed back, simples

[Joe Mac]

What did Hodcroft say in his programme notes today?

No notes from Hodcroft or Green today. Just from Cooper and Bates, just a textbook article from both though.

Nothing from either??

Not one word, nothing from Hodcroft in the one before that as well.

[MutleyRules]

What did Hodcroft say in his programme notes today?

No notes from Hodcroft or Green today. Just from Cooper and Bates, just a textbook article from both though.

Typical IOR!!!!