: Sat Mar 28, 2009 6:27 pm  

danna-blue2 wrote:

You should complain to the club (either Wigan or the Giants or both) about the Steward if this is the case - I dont like to hear swearing at games - it is supposed to be a family sport, just because he is a steward does not give him the right to do it. People have been warned for foul language by stewards, the same rules should apply.

It's not the first time I've heard that a steward gave hand gestures so it was seen by many. It should be reported though not to the Giants but straight to the JJB!

[Durham Giant]

: Sat Mar 28, 2009 6:31 pm  

[quote="Loyalwiganandproud"]some valid points, but also some inapproproaite abuse to myself. I certainly wont be posting on a this board again.


I aplogise if i have upset you.

After all the crap of wigan fans over the last 24 hours i decided to let rip.

i am sure you will be welcome back anytime and hope you are more able to start with a more reasonable thread

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:14 am  

wishy wrote:

It's not the first time I've heard that a steward gave hand gestures so it was seen by many. It should be reported though not to the Giants but straight to the JJB!

I complained at the ground and made an official complaint to the Chief Steward who agreed it was out of order and told me that we should write to the Wigan Warriors not the JJB as they will make sure it is sorted out - even though "it won't be happening again"

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:42 am  

I personally find the players coming over to applaud the fans a terrific gesture which builds a strong link and unity between the club and it's fans. It's especially good for the kids, who love to see their hero's make them feel part of the club, we celebrate successes and defeats as one.

Clapping the support was two way, as was shaking hands, and singing out praise, great to see and be part of.

It's great the players take the time to personally appreciate the support, why should that be reported is beyond me.

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 9:46 am  

Wadski wrote:

I complained at the ground and made an official complaint to the Chief Steward who agreed it was out of order and told me that we should write to the Wigan Warriors not the JJB as they will make sure it is sorted out - even though "it won't be happening again"

I said the JJB as i assumed it would be like our stadium where the stewards are not employed by either club but by KSDL!

[Durham Giant]

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:00 am  

From what i saw two Giants fans went down to clap the players when Griff was coming over and one Steward went a bit bananas with them. as all the stewards tried to sort it out Griff and the others started walking away.


B Hodgson who had missed this bit as he had ben congratulating his players then walked towards the fans and called all the other players over. By this time it had calmed down and a lot of our fans were down at the front. the stewards would not let them shake hands so a couple of players came over the barrier.

It was all good natured by our fans and it wa s the over reaction by the stewards that caused the problems.

It is the same as at HKR where the over zealous stewarding in stopping the fans and players shaking hands spoils things.

I understand the need to maintain safety but in my eyes it is not a massive problem. I also feel it is imoprtant to maintain the bond between players and fans. i do not want it to become like Soccer where the players float in some other world with no connection with the fans.


I know how much in terms of sacrifice many fans make in terms of following the team and to have a bit of recognition back is a good thing.

I know how made uop my son was when Andy Raleigh gave him an sig on his shirt and when he shook Stephen wilds hand. he was buzzing for hours afterwards. Not living in Huddersfield the only time we get any opportunity to see the players is at the games. that little bit of personal contact is good for the kids and the fans. it creates a bond and that is what helps build an undying relationship with the players and the club.

So thank you to the players for taking the time to acknowledge the fans.

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:10 am  

great post durham spot on

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:55 am  

It's something has started this time and it's a top gesture by the players. It will do nothing but good IMO.

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 10:55 am  

We've been doing for years and our stewards allow it despite the amount of fans who join in! It is scary and we do worry about the peoples safety especially the kids but as it's good natured nothing has ever happened! Thats the thing about crowd safety if the crowd is generally happy then theres nothing to worry about it's when they're aggressive then obviously things are different!!

: Sun Mar 29, 2009 11:01 am  

In seasons gone by it would be Eorl and maybe another one or two. This season they're all getting stuck in and interacting. Definitely seems to be more of them this season IMO.