Stuart Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 At tonight's meeting Birdy suggested a protest at the Wolves game, harnessing the important meaning of 1875 to Blackburn Rovers. This was eventually fashioned into a simply but effective visual protest: 1) Create an empty ground by not taking your seat into the 18th minute. 2) Leave the ground (regardless of the score) on 75 minutes. Who's going to walk with Birdy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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gumboots Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 I don't even have a clue when the match is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bazza Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 And who's going to leave the ground if we've been 2-0 down and just pulled back to be winning 3-2 in the 73rd minute? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SIMON GARNERS 194 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Great idea and all for it but enough about Birdie please...he's not the centre of attention here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Royle Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 That works if the entrance and departure is significant enough to get noticed, which probably needs those that are boycotting to turn up and take a full part. Creating a proper atmosphere whilst there and dead one when all have departed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hasta Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 And who's going to leave the ground if we've been 2-0 down and just pulled back to be winning 3-2 in the 73rd minute? Ha ha ha. That's funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roverall Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Would it help if I flapped my wings while walking with the Birdman? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 That works if the entrance and departure is significant enough to get noticed, which probably needs those that are boycotting to turn up and take a full part. Creating a proper atmosphere whilst there and dead one when all have departedAgreed. A campaign for stayaways to return for the game. Only problem is that it'll be a Cat A game so walk on will be expensive and it's on TV.Will stay away fans unite behind this as a protest? SG194. Having Birdy on-side with this will make a big difference to a lot of people. Besides, the essence of this was his idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Graham Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 This proposal was the only one agreed tonight. It has legs and should be supported. On the concourse until 18 minutes and then enter the stands with noise (referees whistles), banners and posters. Leave on 75 minutes, with whistles, noise etc. Those who are boycotting can blow their whistles outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gav Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 If the idea gets support from the wider fan base I'll certainly come up and probably even go to the game. I'm boycotting, but protesting is more important at this stage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunnfc Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Willing to break my boycott for this only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Graham Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Willing to break my boycott for this only. And me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunnfc Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Like i said in the other thread, poll please Mods? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rover_Shaun Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 I don't even have a clue when the match isOctober 29th 5.30pm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunnfc Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 And me. Hopefully a good few of us can catch up prior for a pint! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leonard Venkhater Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 At tonight's meeting Birdy suggested a protest at the Wolves game, harnessing the important meaning of 1875 to Blackburn Rovers. This was eventually fashioned into a simply but effective visual protest: 1) Create an empty ground by not taking your seat into the 18th minute. 2) Leave the ground (regardless of the score) on 75 minutes. Who's going to walk with Birdy? Good, symbolic...but I am not sure it couldn't be minimised/avoided by SKY coverage...I would think the whistle blowing thing would achieve more...but it shouldn't be either or. For me, we need a whole menu of things for that day.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Graham Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 "Whistle n Walk" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Posted September 1, 2016 Author Share Posted September 1, 2016 Good, symbolic...but I am not sure it couldn't be minimised/avoided by SKY coverage...I would think the whistle blowing thing would achieve more...but it shouldn't be either or. For me, we need a whole menu of things for that day....Perhaps. And there is time to plan. Some points though:1) Whatever we do needs to be coordinated and supported by a majority - so less is more and he simpler the better and more effective. 2) They could well bring in extra stewards in the concourse to stop people loitering and move them along. We may need to wait outside. 3) The club will try to prevent / ban / suppress whatever is organised. Any planning needs to somehow be done off-messageboard and announced closer to the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBiz Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Can the club legally stop friendly protests? It might be an idea to ask those involved to film anything that involves club officials trying to stop a peaceful stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 No use waiting outside Stuart. If the club smell trouble the gates would be closed immediately. T&Cs in tickets and STs reserve the right to refuse admission. The club will already be on high alert for this match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim mk2 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Someone had better tell the Sky commentators as to the relevance of 1875 because the outside world world won't have a clue what the date means and what the "protest" is all about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claytons Left Boot Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 It's got to be done. For God's sake, it's no use saying what if this and what if that, we need to do this and we need to that, just do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob fleming Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 Someone had better tell the Sky commentators as to the relevance of 1875 because the outside world world won't have a clue what the date means and what the "protest" is all about. Whereas running onto the pitch, sitting in the centre circle and pointing / singing at an empty directors box will be blatantly obvious to the watching thousands Jim? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim mk2 Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 It might make them ask questions, certainly. We also had massive banners back in the day, but you probably couldn't get them in the ground now. Let's face it, a few hundred people arriving in the 18th minute and leaving on the 75th is hardly going to start a revolution is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBiz Posted September 1, 2016 Share Posted September 1, 2016 It might make them ask questions, certainly. We also had massive banners back in the day, but you probably couldn't get them in the ground now. Let's face it, a few hundred people arriving in the 18th minute and leaving on the 75th is hardly going to start a revolution is it? Thousands of people outside the game singing about Jack walker as an "appreciation" on 75 minutes would send a real positive message about our support. A few mentioned highlighting to potential owners that there is a real passionate fan base at this club to build up - the main part of Birdys idea to me is getting people back for a one off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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