Quote: Red Preacher "Bingo! Whilst I'm sure many of our present fanbase won't mind this, and of course many new corporate-looking-multiplex-Odeon-cinema-going-types will be drawn to the new stadium, it's something I do not buy into.'"
As long as there is a significant minority opposed to such cultural changes there is no reason why we have to change the way we watch and support our sport/club.
In English football there seems to be a feeling of resignation from supporters as the experience gets ever more sanitised and the same can be said for Rugby League as it develops and grows.
The main issue is when the like minded, passionate individuals walk away for good or turn a blind eye to it (I know, I've done it before). There's a lot to be said for standing your ground and resisting such changes through the creation or reprisal of an independant supporters organisation. I know its been tried before but maybe the new ground could provide a catalyst?
On the pessimist front, judging from Mike's assessment in his blog, I hope the die hards are prepared for a struggle because if we aren't then we may as well just buy a seat in the main stand, sit down, shut up and sing when we are told to.
