Hello,
I've been a Sale Sharks supporter for over 12 years, and last season became very disillusioned with the direction the club has taken (moving from Stockport etc). Anyway cutting the rather boring story short, I decided earlier this year to attend a Reds game, and I honestly cannot believe what I have been missing out on for years! Rugby League is simply light years ahead as a spectator sport - for entertainment value it is astonishing.
Since watching the Reds this year (tried to get to most games), I feel like a young man again. What I mean is the adrenalin levels have shot up inside because I am sorry to say that even a 'good' rugby union game can still leave one with such thoughts after the match like..."and what was that" and such disillusionment - why did I abuse myself all these years.
The Salford club truly must get out into southern Manchester and Cheshire to awaken rugby diehards who are either ignorant or oblivious to the RL code as it truly is an amazing sport to watch. Your wonderful new Chairman comes from a non RL cultured background and, like me has taken an instant love to the sport.
As for playing, well that's a different matter. If I was 20 again I still wouldn't have the balls to play. RU is a tough game, but League is at another level. It really takes a lot of courage, stamina and amazing skill and athletism to be involved at that speed of action for 80 minutes, even as an amateur.
Anyway just wanted to say 'ello, and that I am now officially an RL convert from RU! No more Sale games for me. I am also astonished at how they have arrogantly 'made their presence' at Salford City Stadium. The Reds/Red Devils need to get the marketing machine in full spin and get the clubs identity nailed truly to the mast. It has enormous potential.
Cheers
PS, no I am not a scarecrow. :p