Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 1:00 pm  

Trojan Horse wrote:

It was Matts idea. It’s not a fan recommendation or wish to have. I’m sure he's considered all the factors in such projects too.

He could always change his mind and the need for player gym facilities may take precedence as was originally planned a 2 floor gym in the south east.

I’m pretty sure it was already stated that this bar and grill would be started as soon as the season is over.

Just my opinion and personal preference but I'd love to see the creation of a Fan zone , Rugby League is blessed in this respect in the warmer summer months during the season .

Street food outlets , beers including local micro breweries , get some decent bands on , ice cream , slushies , sweets for the kids etc etc and make a bit of money off the rent you'd charge the providers .

Open it up 3 hours before KO and an hour afterwards perhaps .


We seem to be well covered in the new East Stand with the corporate punter and a birthday - special occasion match day experience supporter .

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Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 1:38 pm  

BarnsleyTrinity wrote:

Just my opinion and personal preference but I'd love to see the creation of a Fan zone , Rugby League is blessed in this respect in the warmer summer months during the season .

Street food outlets , beers including local micro breweries , get some decent bands on , ice cream , slushies , sweets for the kids etc etc and make a bit of money off the rent you'd charge the providers .

Open it up 3 hours before KO and an hour afterwards perhaps .


We seem to be well covered in the new East Stand with the corporate punter and a birthday - special occasion match day experience supporter .

That would be great but where are you putting that?

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Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 1:48 pm  

BigJMolloy wrote:

Who was responsible for signing off the big screen that doesn’t meet the standard? Quite the waste of matts money

I haven't seen anything to say what isn't actually meeting standard on the screen.
Anyone know?

I can see there is a problem with the screen. But that isn't the same as not meeting the standard.

Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 2:54 pm  

Was there a proposal to sort the North Stand out? I think there was, but I can't remember.

So much unused space at the back of the stand that is an eyesore. Sorting it out will increase ground capacity ready for being back in super league. Also, it will improve the look of the ground.

I think this should be tackled as a priority.

Sorting the sound out in there would be good as well.

Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 3:03 pm  

PopTart wrote:

I haven't seen anything to say what isn't actually meeting standard on the screen.
Anyone know?

I can see there is a problem with the screen. But that isn't the same as not meeting the standard.

It's not the required size.

How that was purchased, I have no idea!

Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 3:15 pm  

vastman wrote:

How on earth is it Matts money? Nothing to do with him, it came as part of the NM deal, get your facts right please.

FWIW I have the feeling that we were sold a pup. Looking at it I suspect that it is actually an indoor not outdoor screen. It appears to have zero weather proofing.

I also suspect it was dirt cheap from China, hence the reason it seems it can’t be repaired.

No we bought a pup “Caveat emptor”.

Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 3:33 pm  

vastman wrote:

How on earth is it Matts money? Nothing to do with him, it came as part of the NM deal, get your facts right please.

FWIW I have the feeling that we were sold a pup. Looking at it I suspect that it is actually an indoor not outdoor screen. It appears to have zero weather proofing.

I also suspect it was dirt cheap from China, hence the reason it seems it can’t be repaired.

was more a case of meaning it’s a waste of money to have to replace when the £££££s could be used elsewhere

Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 3:40 pm  

PopTart wrote:

That would be great but where are you putting that?

I'd personally look at the space at the side of the South Stand where it meets the West Terrace .

I'm only going on the one at Oakwell on Match days which is behind the East Stand and doesn't take up as much space as you'd imagine given the number of punters it serves especially early and late season , they even erect a stage for the band's as part of it .

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Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 4:04 pm  

BarnsleyTrinity wrote:

I'd personally look at the space at the side of the South Stand where it meets the West Terrace .

I'm only going on the one at Oakwell on Match days which is behind the East Stand and doesn't take up as much space as you'd imagine given the number of punters it serves especially early and late season , they even erect a stage for the band's as part of it .

Fair enough. I like it.
Think they use that for emergency services but even so I'm sure something can be done.

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Re: Statement from Kat Ellis : Mon Aug 26, 2024 4:06 pm  

dboy wrote:

It's not the required size.

How that was purchased, I have no idea!

I'm not doubting that. I just wondered by how much.
I can't remember whether we got it before the dimensions were published. I don't think so though.