Re: Story in Guardian today : Mon Jun 27, 2011 7:02 pm  

How about London Nomads since we are always moving around?

Re: Story in Guardian today : Mon Jun 27, 2011 7:09 pm  

jaybs wrote:

Did I say it was? LOL, at the end of the day fans will be considered but it will be a business decision and more important what the RFL, David Hughes and hopefully a major sponsor wants.

From what has been our most heated debate for a long time, there is very little agreement here in the forum and we are the few! The latest suggestion not to have London in the name personally I feel is a non starter from those who have the final decision, Richmond??

Well considering you used it as a reason for why we should be called Broncos again, I'd say it was.

What's wrong with Richmond? We play in the Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames. I'm a firm believer that we should be named after the Borough we play in, after all you don't see any football teams named 'London,' do you? There are no other teams called Richmond, except for Richmond RFC, but they're hardly a household name; therefore no one can be confused with any other teams regarding our name. It seems to be a Northern thing that we must be called London. I don't see why personally, you don't see Leeds being called 'Yorkshire Rhinos' or Warrington 'Cheshire Wolves'. It's a big place remember. If we are called London, inevitably the first question asked will be: "Where do they play?" At least if we're called Richmond, it's obvious whereabouts we play.

Anyway, as I've said before, I don't want a name change, I'm happy with Harlequins. What happens on the pitch is far more important and sorting our squad for next year, should be the top priority.

Re: Story in Guardian today : Mon Jun 27, 2011 7:51 pm  

Pinkerton wrote:

Well considering you used it as a reason for why we should be called Broncos again, I'd say it was.

What's wrong with Richmond? We play in the Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames. I'm a firm believer that we should be named after the Borough we play in, after all you don't see any football teams named 'London,' do you? There are no other teams called Richmond, except for Richmond RFC, but they're hardly a household name; therefore no one can be confused with any other teams regarding our name. It seems to be a Northern thing that we must be called London. I don't see why personally, you don't see Leeds being called 'Yorkshire Rhinos' or Warrington 'Cheshire Wolves'. It's a big place remember. If we are called London, inevitably the first question asked will be: "Where do they play?" At least if we're called Richmond, it's obvious whereabouts we play.

Anyway, as I've said before, I don't want a name change, I'm happy with Harlequins. What happens on the pitch is far more important and sorting our squad for next year, should be the top priority.

I do think the club missed a trick when they went from being London Crusaders to the London Broncos. I said at the time that the club should have been called the Charlton Broncos. I'm sure if they had then gates would have been higher than they was, and they would still be playing at the valley in front of decent crowds.

Re: Story in Guardian today : Mon Jun 27, 2011 8:19 pm  

jaybs wrote: Fair sized piece in this weeks "League Express" saying .................understand an approach was made to Fullers for sponsorship with the Pride brand, but Fullers withdrew after speaking with the RFU! as they have several sponsorships with them?? I would be surprised if that was true......Greene King IPA is the official beer of England Rugby Union (source). A quick search of our old friend Google shows that Fullers have been known to run campaigns during the six nations (source) as well as other sports, but nothing official. In 2009 the RFU complained to the ASA (SOURCE) so I doubt the RFU and Fullers are even on speaking terms. Loose and lazy journalism....nothing new there then

jaybs wrote: Fair sized piece in this weeks "League Express" saying .................understand an approach was made to Fullers for sponsorship with the Pride brand, but Fullers withdrew after speaking with the RFU! as they have several sponsorships with them?? I would be surprised if that was true......Greene King IPA is the official beer of England Rugby Union (source). A quick search of our old friend Google shows that Fullers have been known to run campaigns during the six nations (source) as well as other sports, but nothing official. In 2009 the RFU complained to the ASA (SOURCE) so I doubt the RFU and Fullers are even on speaking terms. Loose and lazy journalism....nothing new there then

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 7:39 am  

That is your opinion Pinkerton and I accept and respect you don't want a name change, but that would sign our death notice and there is no alternative now it is which name.

The only reason I do not like Richmond is that again I always think of Richmond RUFC, London for me with a further moniker broadens the interest and does not confine us to only attracting local residents.

Gutterfax if The League Express have made up such a story about Fullers as you seem to feel, I think the Brewers and our club such ask for a retraction and apology, but I just can't see them making up such a line, time will tell, but it seems clear it will not be Fullers and Pride.

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 7:43 am  

jaybs wrote:

Gutterfax if The League Express have made up such a story about Fullers as you seem to feel, I think the Brewers and our club such ask for a retraction and apology, but I just can't see them making up such a line, time will tell, but it seems clear it will not be Fullers and Pride.

it wouldn't be the first time a "thread" topic on here became a "story" in LE.

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 10:50 am  

gutterfax wrote:

it wouldn't be the first time a "thread" topic on here became a "story" in LE.

Indeed not

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 11:34 am  

I think Richmond does have too much bearing on rugby union if we used it....Richmond RUFC is one of the oldest clubs in world rugby - along with Blackheath and Harlequins.

I'd be happy with a compromise as mentioned on this thread of West London.... or similar. I think we do need London in the name so that it shows where the team is from........ don't forget there is a Richmond in Yorkshire!

Do we have any idea on dates that a decision will be reached? Do we need to have made an official decision on our future name and brand before the new licences are announced?

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 3:17 pm  

Hear Ye! wrote:

I think Richmond does have too much bearing on rugby union if we used it....Richmond RUFC is one of the oldest clubs in world rugby - along with Blackheath and Harlequins.

I'd be happy with a compromise as mentioned on this thread of West London.... or similar. I think we do need London in the name so that it shows where the team is from.

That is presuming any ground we may come to either own or be co-owners with, rather than the current poor neighbours renting, is situated in the West of London or then we need another name change.

Re: Story in Guardian today : Tue Jun 28, 2011 4:16 pm  

Pinkerton wrote:

There are no other teams called Richmond, except for Richmond RFC, but they're hardly a household name;

Actually, they are a household name to any union fan. Richmond are one of the most famous, historic and oldest rugby union clubs in England.