Karen wrote:Irregular Hoops wrote:Also think there’ll be many who can’t financially afford to keep paying for a pass, irrespective of being able to go to games or not.
I’m sure they would if they could, and doesn’t mean they support the club any less.
I completely agree. I have been a season pass holder for many years, however I remember a time when I couldn't afford one, especially when we needed 4 of them. Did it make me any the less committed to my club? Did it make me any the less passionate?
It's like when people brag about how many games they have attended including away games. That doesn't make you any the bigger a fan, that just means that you are financially and time wise, lucky enough to attend all these games. I went to Australia and was booked for Toronto. I don't think I'm better than any other fan, I am thankfully very fortunate to be at a stage in my life where my boys are now adults and not a financial burden meaning I have the disposable income to do these things. 10 years ago I could never have afforded such trips. People are too quick to judge, do what is within your life means and sod everyone else.
Totally agree Karen, this situation is unprecedented and fortunately I paid for my pass upfront as was in the financial position to do so. Will I ask the club for a refund? No as thankfully I am fortunate to still be in a position that financially is not too much of an issue.
I think every fan has different circumstances and financial commitments to one another, some wil be similar to myself and there will be some where the rebate/refund on a pass will be a necessity rather than a want.
I think its fair to say that most if not all supporters who are financially able to would be happy for the club to keep their money from this seasons pass.
I would rather lose out this year on my pass to help Adam Pearson so we still have a Hull FC club for the future but understand not everyone can do this and that doesn't make anyone more or less of a supporter.
Its a difficult time for all fans and clubs a like and I'm sure AP will do something similar to Leeds as no doubt would most clubs.