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Post by Justasmithers on Jan 15, 2024 18:52:19 GMT 1
I wanted to take a moment as I sit drinking PROPER coffee back home where it is 9:45 am to thank all of you for the feedback.
As we get to know each other, I think you’ll learn that I have an extremely thick skin, and as long as it’s not personal or abusive it’s fine by me. In fact, please know that I will occasionally respond tongue in cheek and have a bit of (I think you call it “cheekiness”) about me, hopefully all fair play (another term I’m learning).
As to HTAFCokay- I appreciate you all jumping into the debate, because it’s the feedback that helps the most. And yes there were times when I was speaking to him whilst on the plane that his responses made me want to slide down a razor blade into a kiddie pool of alcohol, but that’s FINE- I’d rather have “annoying honestly” than polite obfuscation, I hope that makes sense.
So have at it. All I ask is no matter what is said, please remember we are all now in the same boat as I said earlier. And anything I say is coming from a good place:
1. You are all amazing supporters
2. You deserve the best
3. No shortcuts.
4. We don’t care about the “bigger clubs”
5. Where I come from, bullies get bullied.
6. There’s no reason HTAFC cannot have a sustainable and successful run in the PL
7. There WILL BE MISTAKES
8. Those mistakes will be learned from and corrected
9. We may not agree, but will always listen
10. Most importantly- Up The F’ing Town
Now as all of you say: Pip Pip Cheerio top man hear hear
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Post by Teddington Ted on Jan 15, 2024 19:00:20 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals;
Banger = great goal
Banger = old car
Banger = sausage
Banger = top tune
Banger = loud firework
Bangers = jugs
Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask)
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Post by Matt1908 on Jan 15, 2024 19:00:45 GMT 1
I wanted to take a moment as I sit drinking PROPER coffee back home where it is 9:45 am to thank all of you for the feedback. As we get to know each other, I think you’ll learn that I have an extremely thick skin, and as long as it’s not personal or abusive it’s fine by me. In fact, please know that I will occasionally respond tongue in cheek and have a bit of (I think you call it “cheekiness”) about me, hopefully all fair play (another term I’m learning). As to HTAFCokay- I appreciate you all jumping into the debate, because it’s the feedback that helps the most. And yes there were times when I was speaking to him whilst on the plane that his responses made me want to slide down a razor blade into a kiddie pool of alcohol, but that’s FINE- I’d rather have “annoying honestly” than polite obfuscation, I hope that makes sense. So have at it. All I ask is no matter what is said, please remember we are all now in the same boat as I said earlier. And anything I say is coming from a good place: 1. You are all amazing supporters 2. You deserve the best 3. No shortcuts. 4. We don’t care about the “bigger clubs” 5. Where I come from, bullies get bullied. 6. There’s no reason HTAFC cannot have a sustainable and successful run in the PL 7. There WILL BE MISTAKES 8. Those mistakes will be learned from and corrected 9. We may not agree, but will always listen 10. Most importantly- Up The F’ing Town Now as all of you say: Pip Pip Cheerio top man hear hear Can't imagine anyone can have any complaints with any of that... Now, about them new signings?? |
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Post by Dan on Jan 15, 2024 19:00:48 GMT 1
Top man Dave. Name me another club in the top 2 leagues that essentially has a direct link to the owner through a fans messageboard and Twitter.
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Post by Big Ern on Jan 15, 2024 19:03:55 GMT 1
The fact the owner is actively looking at the future by making the experience better for kids should be proof enough he is in this for the long haul. I really can't fault anything so far.
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Post by sapphireblue on Jan 15, 2024 19:05:36 GMT 1
Fair to say that the biggest lesson learned from this thread is that DATM is full of knobheads 🤦♂️ We’ll be for sale in a week if Dave finds the off topic board… Unless Dave is from Iowa. Then he'll think it's full of pinko-election-thieves. |
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Post by Wingman on Jan 15, 2024 19:06:13 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) Growler can also mean something completely different from where I grew up 😮🫢👀 |
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Post by Justasmithers on Jan 15, 2024 19:09:31 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) - can’t believe iced tea isn’t a thing - chips = fries - crisps = chips - biscuits = cookies - butty = sandwich I have come to the conclusion that a chip butty is carbs on carbs on carbs, and it seems to me like 2/3rds of the English cuisine is designed to help cure a hangover |
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 19:11:20 GMT 1
Not sure I like the thought of being showered in scalding hot coffee when we score a goal or during an exciting passage of play. Ok, we're probably safe from that now, but that sounds really dangerous if we ever stop being shit. Work in health and safety by any chance  Lots of things are dangerous if used by half wits, I think the majority would be able to avoid scalding the person in front! Lol. Yeah, health and safety is a large part of my job! Just thinking when watching an England match in the pub. When England are attacking I put my pint down. Most people do. Nonetheless I do sometimes get covered in someone else's beer. I think it was George Carlin who said, "think how stupid the average person is, then remember that half the population are even more stupid than that". |
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Post by Wingman on Jan 15, 2024 19:11:34 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) - can’t believe iced tea isn’t a thing - chips = fries - crisps = chips - biscuits = cookies - butty = sandwich I have come to the conclusion that a chip butty is carbs on carbs on carbs, and it seems to me like 2/3rds of the English cuisine is designed to help cure a hangover You’re learning Dave. Tell me, have you tried a Yorkshire Pudding yet? If not…you’re missing out!! 😋 |
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Post by runner76 on Jan 15, 2024 19:13:38 GMT 1
As an American boss once told me ‘England and USA, two countries divided by a common language…..’
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 19:14:26 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) - can’t believe iced tea isn’t a thing - chips = fries - crisps = chips - biscuits = cookies - butty = sandwich I have come to the conclusion that a chip butty is carbs on carbs on carbs, and it seems to me like 2/3rds of the English cuisine is designed to help cure a hangover It's funny because it's true. |
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Post by ebargum on Jan 15, 2024 19:15:25 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) Jugs,,,  and a nice link to Growler. |
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Post by Gag_N_Bone_Man (Destabiliser) on Jan 15, 2024 19:22:34 GMT 1
There are a few quick fixes to the existing matchday experience, and they all relate to catering. The catering staff are all too slow and too inexperienced. Saturday I ordered " a two-pinter of Amstel, a two-pionter of Town lager and a meat and potato pie please". I may as well have asked for a snifter of furdle-juice, a full hog roast and a hand shandy for the look of bewilderment I was given. And it's every week. You can look at light shows, cheerleaders, live music and all that but the basics can be fixed easily. One of the reasons I was walking around was observing concessions. In fact, someone caught me timing beer pours. On average it took 38.8 seconds from the time one got to the front of the line until the time they walked away. The staff are working hard and doing the best they can, but I assure you this is a great point of interest, and things like self-pour and eliminating point of contact sale, along with pre-poured pints are all being looked at. Bottom line- noticed, acknowledged, and will get better, and that’s just one of many “non-obvious” things they are working on to improve your experience. Superb response. Also, get Guinness on tap please. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 15, 2024 19:23:23 GMT 1
- can’t believe iced tea isn’t a thing - chips = fries - crisps = chips - biscuits = cookies - butty = sandwich I have come to the conclusion that a chip butty is carbs on carbs on carbs, and it seems to me like 2/3rds of the English cuisine is designed to help cure a hangover It's funny because it's true. ...and all of Scottish cuisine is based on a dare. |
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Post by Walton-on-the-Hill Terrier on Jan 15, 2024 19:25:48 GMT 1
One of the reasons I was walking around was observing concessions. In fact, someone caught me timing beer pours. On average it took 38.8 seconds from the time one got to the front of the line until the time they walked away. The staff are working hard and doing the best they can, but I assure you this is a great point of interest, and things like self-pour and eliminating point of contact sale, along with pre-poured pints are all being looked at. Bottom line- noticed, acknowledged, and will get better, and that’s just one of many “non-obvious” things they are working on to improve your experience. Superb response. Also, get Guinness on tap please. But that’ll take longer….or it should if you want a proper Guinness. |
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 19:25:52 GMT 1
When the takeover talk was first happening, and the question was whether we'd go with the American or the Dutch consortium - I favoured the Dutch one. Alkmaar have a phenomenal scouting network, comparable to (if not eclipsing) Brighton and Brentford's, and being able to tap into that looked a hell of an opportunity.
The football on the pitch is - for the most part - pretty dire. But the communication from the Chairman (and Dave Carmichael) is top drawer.
Someone (I forget who) said on here a few days ago that the new chairman hadn't fully grasped the English football supporter mentality, but you couldn't fault the genuine attempt to do so. For me, Mr Nagle has the right blend of bullishness and humility.
The plans to transform the club for the long term, and the ambition shown are exciting.
Things are currently shite on the pitch, but if we get that right then everything is in place for this to be a genuinely exciting chapter in the club's history.
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 19:28:31 GMT 1
It's funny because it's true. ...and all of Scottish cuisine is based on a dare. "Deep fried chocolate bars" sounds like a dare, and when you hear the ingredients in a Haggis you'd think the same, but they're genuinely bloody marvellous. Deep fried pizza however is an abomination. |
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 19:40:36 GMT 1
Superb response. Also, get Guinness on tap please. But that’ll take longer….or it should if you want a proper Guinness. Maybe there's space for Mallinsons, Magic Rock or any of the other Hudds based breweries to supply. |
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Post by St Dogs Terrier on Jan 15, 2024 19:42:08 GMT 1
...and all of Scottish cuisine is based on a dare. "Deep fried chocolate bars" sounds like a dare, and when you hear the ingredients in a Haggis you'd think the same, but they're genuinely bloody marvellous. Deep fried pizza however is an abomination. Have you ever tried deep fried Haggis though?? You can hear it squealing as its being cooked.......... |
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Post by sykeylad on Jan 15, 2024 20:02:46 GMT 1
Dave - great to have you and the rest of Kevin's team on board. You all seem like a really terrific group if people.
I read X but don't tweet, so good to have an opportunity to thank you for the diaries, videos and other interactions. Refreshing, engaging and much appreciated.
For non-team related points, I agree with the refreshments opportunity in ground.
Also if we're in "no idea is a bad idea" corporate brainstorm territory (except for shit ideas of course, which are still shit) I wonder if the gym area is something to work with. Obvious issue with football is it's a big crowd but once a fortnight. Could the gym by converted into more comfortable areas to relax pre and post game? Screens, pool, food, etc. Perhaps something for child care. Perhaps an arcade area. Something with enough quality to stand on its own feet as a business generally but thrives on match days with a few special arrangement tweaks. Just a thought justaguy.
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Post by Justasmithers on Jan 15, 2024 20:30:46 GMT 1
Dave - great to have you and the rest of Kevin's team on board. You all seem like a really terrific group if people. I read X but don't tweet, so good to have an opportunity to thank you for the diaries, videos and other interactions. Refreshing, engaging and much appreciated. For non-team related points, I agree with the refreshments opportunity in ground. Also if we're in "no idea is a bad idea" corporate brainstorm territory (except for shit ideas of course, which are still shit) I wonder if the gym area is something to work with. Obvious issue with football is it's a big crowd but once a fortnight. Could the gym by converted into more comfortable areas to relax pre and post game? Screens, pool, food, etc. Perhaps something for child care. Perhaps an arcade area. Something with enough quality to stand on its own feet as a business generally but thrives on match days with a few special arrangement tweaks. Just a thought justaguy. No bad ideas One of KN’s off pitch focuses while over is the stadium, and the gym is certainly in his crosshairs. Everything is on the table. |
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Post by Tinpot on Jan 15, 2024 20:40:17 GMT 1
"Deep fried chocolate bars" sounds like a dare, and when you hear the ingredients in a Haggis you'd think the same, but they're genuinely bloody marvellous. Deep fried pizza however is an abomination. Have you ever tried deep fried Haggis though?? You can hear it squealing as its being cooked.......... Squealing? Surely it's not still alive when they cook the wee beastie! |
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Post by sapphireblue on Jan 15, 2024 20:41:46 GMT 1
Superb response. Also, get Guinness on tap please. But that’ll take longer….or it should if you want a proper Guinness. Not if it's half poured first, as it is in many of Ireland's finest. |
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Post by Porrohman on Jan 15, 2024 20:42:07 GMT 1
I wanted to take a moment as I sit drinking PROPER coffee back home where it is 9:45 am to thank all of you for the feedback. As we get to know each other, I think you’ll learn that I have an extremely thick skin, and as long as it’s not personal or abusive it’s fine by me. In fact, please know that I will occasionally respond tongue in cheek and have a bit of (I think you call it “cheekiness”) about me, hopefully all fair play (another term I’m learning). As to HTAFCokay- I appreciate you all jumping into the debate, because it’s the feedback that helps the most. And yes there were times when I was speaking to him whilst on the plane that his responses made me want to slide down a razor blade into a kiddie pool of alcohol, but that’s FINE- I’d rather have “annoying honestly” than polite obfuscation, I hope that makes sense. So have at it. All I ask is no matter what is said, please remember we are all now in the same boat as I said earlier. And anything I say is coming from a good place: 1. You are all amazing supporters 2. You deserve the best 3. No shortcuts. 4. We don’t care about the “bigger clubs” 5. Where I come from, bullies get bullied. 6. There’s no reason HTAFC cannot have a sustainable and successful run in the PL 7. There WILL BE MISTAKES 8. Those mistakes will be learned from and corrected 9. We may not agree, but will always listen 10. Most importantly- Up The F’ing Town Now as all of you say: Pip Pip Cheerio top man hear hear Never mind that, have you watched Golden Gordon yet ? 😁 |
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Post by Porrohman on Jan 15, 2024 20:44:15 GMT 1
A quick translator to help you understand us locals; Banger = great goal Banger = old car Banger = sausage Banger = top tune Banger = loud firework Bangers = jugs Growler = pork pie (often found hidden in a flask) - can’t believe iced tea isn’t a thing - chips = fries - crisps = chips - biscuits = cookies - butty = sandwich I have come to the conclusion that a chip butty is carbs on carbs on carbs, and it seems to me like 2/3rds of the English cuisine is designed to help cure a hangover Just about nails it, bud 🤣 |
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Post by mkdon on Jan 15, 2024 20:46:57 GMT 1
Dave - great to have you and the rest of Kevin's team on board. You all seem like a really terrific group if people. I read X but don't tweet, so good to have an opportunity to thank you for the diaries, videos and other interactions. Refreshing, engaging and much appreciated. For non-team related points, I agree with the refreshments opportunity in ground. Also if we're in "no idea is a bad idea" corporate brainstorm territory (except for shit ideas of course, which are still shit) I wonder if the gym area is something to work with. Obvious issue with football is it's a big crowd but once a fortnight. Could the gym by converted into more comfortable areas to relax pre and post game? Screens, pool, food, etc. Perhaps something for child care. Perhaps an arcade area. Something with enough quality to stand on its own feet as a business generally but thrives on match days with a few special arrangement tweaks. Just a thought justaguy. No bad ideas One of KN’s off pitch focuses while over is the stadium, and the gym is certainly in his crosshairs. Everything is on the table. It has been great having you over, Dave. One of us. Speaking of ideas, did you observe anything while at the match that you'd love to see implemented at Sac Republic, and vice versa? |
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Post by andyeastleake on Jan 15, 2024 20:58:03 GMT 1
The fact the owner is actively looking at the future by making the experience better for kids should be proof enough he is in this for the long haul. I really can't fault anything so far. I mainly agree with the first bit (& TBH he's probably surpassed my expectation in that regard), but Darren Moore's football can't be faulted? |
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Post by Big Ern on Jan 15, 2024 20:59:08 GMT 1
The fact the owner is actively looking at the future by making the experience better for kids should be proof enough he is in this for the long haul. I really can't fault anything so far. I mainly agree with the first bit (& TBH he's probably surpassed my expectation in that regard), but Darren Moore's football can't be faulted? Well Moore can be faulted but I'm not sure Kevin Nagle can be. He signed him with the best intentions and he's turned out to be not good enough. |
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Post by Porrohman on Jan 15, 2024 20:59:56 GMT 1
Dave - great to have you and the rest of Kevin's team on board. You all seem like a really terrific group if people. I read X but don't tweet, so good to have an opportunity to thank you for the diaries, videos and other interactions. Refreshing, engaging and much appreciated. For non-team related points, I agree with the refreshments opportunity in ground. Also if we're in "no idea is a bad idea" corporate brainstorm territory (except for shit ideas of course, which are still shit) I wonder if the gym area is something to work with. Obvious issue with football is it's a big crowd but once a fortnight. Could the gym by converted into more comfortable areas to relax pre and post game? Screens, pool, food, etc. Perhaps something for child care. Perhaps an arcade area. Something with enough quality to stand on its own feet as a business generally but thrives on match days with a few special arrangement tweaks. Just a thought justaguy. Like they do/did at the Metrodome when Barnsley are at home ? |
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