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Post by brett on Aug 22, 2005 0:03:10 GMT 10
Following on from the conversation in a different thread about what we can do to get crowd numbers up and promote the club, this is something I've had on my mind for a while.
As a group, we have lots of enthusiastic numbers and people with knowhow in many different fields. I think it's worth exploring ways we can put this 'power', 'usefulness' or 'influence,' whatever you want to call it, towards helping the club in some way.
One way that seems OK to me would be a small 'fanzine' that we could put together before each home game. I'm just thinking an 8 page pamphlet type thing just with the information about the next home game, an A-League ladder, a player profile with some interesting facts etc.
Im thinking very light material, so that a 10 year old would be able to pick it up as well as an adult.
It's purpose would be to inform, to bring the club to the people, to help them learn the players names and make all the relevant information easily available for those uninitiated.
With the poor marketing effort from the FFA and the clubs financial restrictions, i sense a barrier that needs to be broken down for coasties to accept and embrace the club. putting the club in peoples face without them having to make the first move by searching a website or going to a match is the way to break the barrier down.
anyway i could go on forever but this thread isnt about planning a fanzine it's about people's general thoughts about putting ourselves to the mariners cause in some way, and the best way to do it. if you think bums on seats is enough support then i reckon your entitled to that.
i know fish thinks this is a good idea, what the rest of you think?
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Post by MsCanada on Aug 22, 2005 0:07:29 GMT 10
i think it's a good idea but would funding and organization become an issue?
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Post by brett on Aug 22, 2005 0:08:05 GMT 10
Another thing I wanted to add, I was orignally hoping that Marinators.net would be used in this sort of way but as it's turned out its really just for the actual marinators who are in the know rather than potential mariners fans.
Also, I realise a scheme like this may involve extra effort by various individuals. This isnt a call to arms (yet) but a suggestion that we find a way to help if we can. Personally, If there's anything I can do within reason i'd gladly do it because i'd rather sacrifice some of my time then see my club fold and wonder what if.
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Post by brett on Aug 22, 2005 0:09:19 GMT 10
i think it's a good idea but would funding and organization become an issue? if we agree to try something and agree on the best way to help the club, we'll jump those hurdles when we come to them. |
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Post by Auburn Mariner on Aug 22, 2005 7:48:54 GMT 10
WT,
Part of my job is to edit our magazines. I'm available in this capacity if you need help.
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Post by mickeverton on Aug 22, 2005 9:02:56 GMT 10
I beleive there will be a program available each week at the games..... similar to EPL ones or like the Big League for Rugby League
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Post by DJ on Aug 22, 2005 9:10:57 GMT 10
Good idea if funds are available from somewhere as I don't believe we as Marinators should be donating money for this, maybe it's something the club/stadium/Fox can help with?
If we hand this out to people at the game the only way I can see it attracting more people would be either word of mouth or if they take the thing home, we should explore other avenues for promoting this maybe leaving some in the CCLC? Mingara?
Will the A-League or club be selling match day programmes when the season gets underway does anyone know?
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Post by marinerbhoy on Aug 22, 2005 10:46:11 GMT 10
Good idea if funds are available from somewhere as I don't believe we as Marinators should be donating money for this, maybe it's something the club/stadium/Fox can help with? If we hand this out to people at the game the only way I can see it attracting more people would be either word of mouth or if they take the thing home, we should explore other avenues for promoting this maybe leaving some in the CCLC? Mingara? Will the A-League or club be selling match day programmes when the season gets underway does anyone know? there will be a generic match day programme for all clubs by the FFA |
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Post by Grunta on Aug 22, 2005 11:10:43 GMT 10
how about a fanzine sponsor to cover the costs, they coulkd have the entire back page or something.
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Post by brett on Aug 22, 2005 11:10:44 GMT 10
Good idea if funds are available from somewhere as I don't believe we as Marinators should be donating money for this, maybe it's something the club/stadium/Fox can help with? If we hand this out to people at the game the only way I can see it attracting more people would be either word of mouth or if they take the thing home, we should explore other avenues for promoting this maybe leaving some in the CCLC? Mingara? Will the A-League or club be selling match day programmes when the season gets underway does anyone know? Yeah I was thinking away from match day, like schools, offices, cclc etc. |
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Post by omni on Aug 22, 2005 20:10:40 GMT 10
As long as it doesn't infringe on any plans from the club and the FFA, which would result in problems for us, I'm all for it and happy to help out wherever possible.
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Post by Fish on Aug 22, 2005 20:35:03 GMT 10
We are an unofficial group so there shouldnt be any problems with the FFA and if they are bringing something out they will just have to make it better.I just saw an add advertising SFC's game this week I hope we get the same deal
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Post by blackadder on Aug 22, 2005 20:36:36 GMT 10
Likewise, will help out in anyway...Hmmm a view from the South  |
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Post by Fish on Aug 22, 2005 20:59:28 GMT 10
Isnt that where we s#*t BA I dont know about anyone else but that view doesnt interest me mate
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Post by kevrenor on Aug 22, 2005 21:06:10 GMT 10
Isnt that where we s#*t BA I dont know about anyone else but that view doesnt interest me mate Watch it Fish, we're not just a toilet you know!  Good things come out of it - AuburnMariner, BA, Ursus, and I for instance!  |
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Post by blackadder on Aug 22, 2005 21:16:15 GMT 10
Isnt that where we s#*t BA I dont know about anyone else but that view doesnt interest me mate Watch it Fish, we're not just a toilet you know! Good things come out of it - Auburn, BA, Ursus and I for instance! And the F3/Main North Rail line |
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Post by Fish on Aug 22, 2005 21:19:18 GMT 10
Hey I grew up in sydneys western suburbs(Mt Druitt) and Id never change a thing well except the 5 year stretch without parole but nothing else
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Post by omni on Aug 22, 2005 21:26:31 GMT 10
I go to uni in Sydney's West - please make it stop!
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Post by Fish on Aug 22, 2005 21:29:01 GMT 10
Richmond doesnt count Omni
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Post by omni on Aug 22, 2005 21:30:59 GMT 10
It's West of Sydney & I catch a crap train not a country train, either way please make it stop!
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