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Riddler interview.

Riddler interview.

We’re talking a couple of moments here in 2 and a half years.

Add that to the fact that he will now be coming back after more than 12 months out, and he had no pace anyway, and I’m not expecting much.

We need far better.
Not disputing that we need better but the bigger question is this - Will we get better?

Maguire >>>>>>> Moult >>>>> Stockley >>>>> Nugent.
 
Thats the gamble I am comfortable with taking & I do want to trust the owner & PR on this. I do, however, have no issue with anyone that doesnt share my view & makes the opposite decision

No issue with that.

In some ways I wish I had your confidence & was able to take the chance but I can't & for me it also boils down to we shouldn't have to make that decision. The Club should make it for us by doing the right thing.

They were quick enough to make the decision for us last season by insisting we have iFollow instead of cash back or credit.
 
In reality, Nugent, Stockley and Moult are all not good enough for a team with genuine Premier League ambition.

It shows where we’re at if we’re discussing the odd bright moment in each of these player’ last couple of seasons.
 
After some deliberation I've decided I will renew my season ticket. On the face of it my decision makes absolutely no logical sense. Putting aside the obvious uncertainty of the possibility of a second wave and the refund situation, I need to question my sanity for the following reasons. I'll be likely to attend on my own. both my kids will not be getting season tickets. My daughter is over 11 and has lost some interest, my son cannot attend due to refereeing commitments. Will I be able to go to the Labour club for a prematch pint? What will the atmosphere be like with only 6500 max in attendance and no away followings? The "missing piece of the Jigsaw" striker seems as far away as ever. We could lose some of our prized assets for very little. Have we been found out & will our poor late season form continue?

All of which points to potentially a grim & diluted seasons experience ahead. In most circumstances I would sack it off. However, this is PNE & I dont think I could face a season without attending Deepdale. Maybe,just maybe, I might be part of something special? I will, however, be holding PR & the club to their word over the credit for 21/22 should the worse case scenario happen on Deepdale attendance
They could of course have offered credit towards this seasons ticket for the games missed last season, however........................................
 
They could of course have offered credit towards this seasons ticket for the games missed, however........................................
Not wanting to sound like the Riddler ,my ST expense has been accounted for on my 20/21 balance sheet & has been given financial approval by the wife. We know where we are for this year. Any credit towards 21/22 expenditure will be most welcome 🙂
 
I'm still giving this season a miss, the 1st time ever since I was 9 and I am now 51.

However, clarity - in my favour - on the following would likely cause me to probably renew.

1) Refund if the season goes tits up is important. Not a full refund but the difference between my £400 and the £230 via iFollow, games left depending.

2) Confirmation that I don't have to wear a face mask.

3) Living by myself, can I team up and sit with a mates family (2 persons)?

If PNE can answer me publicly or via PM me, then great. We know you read this forum.
Jack....

point 2) I haven't seen anywhere that says face masks are required 'outside'.....(though dont know if the concourses are classed as inside)...
As anyone read in the t&c's that face masks are mentioned?

Point 3) Living alone you 'can' forma support bubble with another household - so is your mate part of your support bubble?
if YES you should be able to sit with them !

cant help on Q1
 
Kathryn, to be fair he is pretty amenable, you can walk in the reception and ask to see him (if is free) or make an appointment .
Yes, I know. What I was meaning is that if you approach him directly by whatever means he will respond, but won’t necessarily respond directly to comments on forums and social media.
 
Not wanting to sound like the Riddler ,my ST expense has been accounted for on my 20/21 balance sheet & has been given financial approval by the wife. We know where we are for this year. Any credit towards 21/22 expenditure will be most welcome 🙂
Thats the point, my ST money is sitting in my bank too, all accounted for and ready to be payed. However..........................

🙂
 
Jack....

point 2) I haven't seen anywhere that says face masks are required 'outside'.....(though dont know if the concourses are classed as inside)...
As anyone read in the t&c's that face masks are mentioned?

Point 3) Living alone you 'can' forma support bubble with another household - so is your mate part of your support bubble?
if YES you should be able to sit with them !

cant help on Q1
This was Brighton v Chelsea

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doesnt seem masks were compulsory.
 
Jack....

point 2) I haven't seen anywhere that says face masks are required 'outside'.....(though dont know if the concourses are classed as inside)...
As anyone read in the t&c's that face masks are mentioned?

It's in the new support code of conduct.

"It is recommended that all spectators wear a face covering when attending Deepdale."
 
Jack....

point 2) I haven't seen anywhere that says face masks are required 'outside'.....(though dont know if the concourses are classed as inside)...
As anyone read in the t&c's that face masks are mentioned?

Point 3) Living alone you 'can' forma support bubble with another household - so is your mate part of your support bubble?
if YES you should be able to sit with them !

cant help on Q1
sorry only just seen loplop reply.....
 
I am trying to view this from as many angles as possible as I try to find a reason to change my mind.

What has been clarified in your view @Barack
Hi JK,

All three of us are lifelong fans and all without discussing in-depth that we were very unhappy with the no refund policy was uncalled for and poor form. The confirmation that any further lockdown loss would credited the following season is enough for me, none of us would say the cash was the reason for the dismay more on principle.

I don't support the disabled change but do on charges for juniors to ensure maximum access to the stadium when its clear some of those ST's are used to seat block and often not used.
 
Blackburn Rovers have released a statement, interesting to compare tone and content given both clubs operate on the basis of significant owner support and have fully funded wages etc during lockdown.

 
If the deal is that there will be a credit against next season’s season card for any behind closed games, myself, my son, Dad and uncle will all renew this week. Until it’s official no chance
 
If the deal is that there will be a credit against next season’s season card for any behind closed games, myself, my son, Dad and uncle will all renew this week. Until it’s official no chance
That's a massive problem in my view. PR has given his interviews and did imply and say certain things however there has still been no update whatsoever on the official club website. Surely the club should release a further clarification statement that will address the points he has made. Until that is done then unfortunately I am keeping my cash.
 
That's a massive problem in my view. PR has given his interviews and did imply and say certain things however there has still been no update whatsoever on the official club website. Surely the club should release a further clarification statement that will address the points he has made. Until that is done then unfortunately I am keeping my cash.
also where is the credit from the games missed last season towards this seasons card.

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Blackburn Rovers have released a statement, interesting to compare tone and content given both clubs operate on the basis of significant owner support and have fully funded wages etc during lockdown.


No mention of refunds but price increase.

Pretty sure they are cheaper than us to start with though.
 
If the deal is that there will be a credit against next season’s season card for any behind closed games, myself, my son, Dad and uncle will all renew this week. Until it’s official no chance

There won't be. I can't see them changing it now.

Plus I'm sure it won't be a like for like refund. The one last season wasn't ideal but I think I was owed around £80ish and ended up with £90 worth of iFollow (based on £10 a game....) so there's an argument that at least they did something.

Any lost games this time might well be replaced by iFollow, but it will only be home games, and I doubt the difference of c£10 per game for an adult, would be refunded.

The lack of inclusion of the midweek away games on iFollow still stings a bit as well. That's a further £70 that fans will need to find to watch the games the club could have included.
 
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