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  1. OPEN LETTER TO THE BOARD AND ANYONE ELSE

    in General St. Mirren Discussion

    Posted

    23 minutes ago, bazil85 said:

     

    What I actually think is quite lazy is fans who think they have solved all clubs problems from their Ivory tower over successive, boots on the ground club management teams at all Scottish football clubs. 

     

    And that is the problem. Boots on the ground management teams that do not successfully interact enough with supporters. In the modern age, technology, communication, marketing, gathering feedback/ideas for improvement are conducted by most businesses outside of football. I see very little of this type of engagement within the game. Maybe it is time for some supporters to stand up and deliver what is required, but not being successfully delivered by clubs particulalry those of our size and income. I would have thought that SMISA would have had more of an impact with the fan ownership model and maybe in time they will but at the moment we are still just treading the same water along with many other clubs.

  2. Dougal. Not so daft...

    in General Nonsense

    Posted

    9 hours ago, Rascal said:

    I have Antrin. Her last assignment was to create some mathematical model which could predict the size and power of the hole involved. I got lost at create mathematical models.

    Maybe my grand daughter can explain it you in more simpler terms once I have managed to get the bit of lego out her nostril. 🙂

  3. OPEN LETTER TO THE BOARD AND ANYONE ELSE

    in General St. Mirren Discussion

    Posted

    12 hours ago, faraway saint said:

    Indeed, this is used as a stick to have a go at the club, an "easy" subject to bring up when the answer is far more difficult.

    It's almost an annual round of posts & counterposts with no REAL solution.

    IMO the only way to bring in additional supporters, and even that has a limit, especially when, as you have pointed out, many people are having much more to worry about than all of a sudden becoming a regular St Mirren supporter, would be to have a serious increase in form and be winning on a regular basis with a bit of flair.

    A higher profile for the club across the wider media would, IMO, see some sort of increase, until then, we need the money, not empty seats, when the OF visit. 

    Spot on.

    And to add a few ideas.

    1) Football is becoming increasingly money orientated. The fun factor from years ago has turned into a more serious situation that needs to be addressed. It can become off putting for families, younger people, older people, people with disabilities not to mention the fans who are just generally in the mind of ( I can't be bothered with the hassle). We should be taking the lead in turning football back into a fun experience which involves the club not taking ourselves too seriously.

    This leads me to 'a higher profile for the club across wider media'. Football humour is gold dust and can create a good amount of income for the club if done correctly. I laughed myself to sleep last night with the thought of a few made up comedy sketches which in theory would last approx 5 minutes. These could easily be made during a matchday experience but manufactured pre, in match and post match. Easy to make, Easy to distribute and market on social media and if done correctly via you tube and other social media platforms can generate a fair amount of cash through views. Could also be shown at the games at half time or if we are getting skelped at fulltime to help people leave with at least a bit of humour. Might even lead to a wee show of BBC Scotland every so often.

    2) Currently there is no legal solution for those St Mirren supporters who can't attend matches due to serious illness or disabilties over and above those who can attend using a wheelchair. The likelihood is you know someone like this or know someone who knows someone like this. (Current options IPTV, St Mirren TV with VPN, He's Goal). I understand that there is a broadcasting rights issue but surely addressing it with UEFA, SFA, TV Companies now is better than leaving the above situation evolve further. Football should be for all fans not only those who are able to attend and this should be recognised and addressed so the most vulnerable supporter doesn't miss a match. I am sure there are a number of fans who don't know about the non legal options or would be happy to pay if they have quality content, commentary and a good general viewing experience. Should also consider including the option of making it interactive throughout the match which is another thing about inclusion which we are not great at for a fan owned club.

    3) St Mirren owned areas around the club. This space in the future must be utilised to generate revenue. I can't be bothered looking up the sizes but five a side/seven a side pitches near the ground with catering/cafe/pints even showers at the stadium increases the visibility, interest, buy in, 2 way interaction between club and people (supporters and potential supporters). The youth is the club's future and everything must be done to ensure we stop them going to the dark side as this often happens throughout their time at school as easily influenced by others at a young age. Kids in Paisley should also be given leaflets by their teachers not to trust their parents if they have green or blue football tops in their cupboard. Ok maybe a bit far but as a town we must further create and integrate younger people to the club and depending on their age and the experience they are looking for this goes from Panda Club right through to someone in the Northbank for example opening their arms to all who show an interest.

     

    We have been treading water for years. Time to step us as a club and take the lead with regards to technology, matchday experience, fans safety and community interaction at all levels.

    If anyone has the interest with regards to comedy sketch idea production and development then let me know and will provide further info directly.

  8. Speculation Thread

    in The Rumour Mill

    Posted

    Would be a clever signing /appointment in more ways than one if it comes to fruition. I can see what the appeal is to the current management in having him on board both on and off the park and especially with regards to younger first team squad members and specifically one in particular. His contacts and experience within the game would be a tremendous asset to the club in a variety of ways which if utilised correctly will be invaluable. We also need someone who can steady the boat if you like in midfield and control what to do and when to do it unlike the usual punt up the park particularly in certain types of games. 

  10. Speculation Thread

    in The Rumour Mill

    Posted

    1 hour ago, Mainstand Sweary Mob said:

    It has been rumoured we are in for Matt Butcher who is out of contract this summer from Accrington. He plays as a defensive midfielder. Could be we are in for both Gogic and him or he is in case Gogic takes too long to decide?!

    Was previously at the fakes and RandomGuy on P&B said,

    "He's perfect for this division"
    "He's class, and massive, and I'll be f**king seething if you lot have enjoyed Doyle-Hayes and him while we deal with f**king shit like Butterfield and MacPherson."



    Sent from my IN2023 using Tapatalk
     

    "She's class, and massive, and did well in eastenders.

  14. Speculation Thread

    in The Rumour Mill

    Posted

    2 hours ago, waldorf34 said:

    Taits legs have gone  Fraser is a poor defender but ok going forward, need better players  in

    Agreed. Tait had a good season last season but this season has not been the same player. Would let him go. If we keep frasier and get Norm from Newport then just need cliff and woody to complete the defence. Cheers

  15. Ukraine v Russia Has Kicked Off

    in General Nonsense

    Posted · Edited by truesaint
    just because

    On 5/1/2022 at 9:20 AM, Cookie Monster said:

    I might be the lucky one that will be going bang rather than getting covered in radiation dust. emoji50.png

    If you are concerned about the possibility of radiation dust in the future, I have a batch of top quality radiation suits at discount prices. You can pick whatever colour suits. I recommend the last one though

     

     

     

     

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  17. St Johnstone v St Mirren, 30/4/22

    in Matchday & Travel Club

    Posted

    17 hours ago, RichardBuddie said:

    This referee today, I honestly don’t know how he’s in the job - really is a sight to see!!


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    Great to get a result, horrific performance by the fakes but that has to be the worst performance by a referee I have seen in a while. Fair enough there weren't many major calls to make but got nearly every other decision wrong and just think VAR wouldn't have made a difference to any of them. Should be reported for incompetence along with the linesmen. Think the refs sponsors should be trying to terminate their contract for tarnishing their name.

  19. Stephen Robinson

    in General St. Mirren Discussion

    Posted

    15 hours ago, W6er said:

    Can someone please confirm that Robsinson's record is nine losses from ten games?

    I hate to see us lose the £150,000 his contract's worth, but I think we have to cut our losses. I was in favour of giving him a chance, but as someone pointed out, if he's playing Curtis Main, he's clearly clueless.

     

    ROBINSON OUT, NOW!

    Should have skipped Main and went straight to pudding.

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