I wouldn't even call it an atmosphere. It's just a small group of people with an IQ of 10 chanting untilligent chants. Hirst has already warned we're on a final wanting for crowd behaviour. 


Personally prefer chants that get behind the team rather than "you soft ******" 


If they want to put people together to create an atmosphere then just open the stand only. Honestly I don't see the clubs logic and it will lose fans if it carrys on. 

Having bought a season ticket I'm a bit peeved that I can't now stand where I want.   No consultation occurred on this.  The club clearly don't understand that people have "their spot" that they've grown comfortable  with over many years.   Many have built friendships with the people around them.  That's all been broken up now.  Making them move isn't right.  I certainly resent being forced in with the numpties.  There were some foul mouthed girls near me yesterday who hadn't a clue.  

Yes totally agree about the taping off of the terrace. I was told by the security staff it was because they didn't have enough stewards for the game to open all the terrace but either way let everyone know they are doing it beforehand. It was the second time they've done it this season and not said anything. If I'd have known I would have sat down. Bet there wasn't as much hassle with 102,000 in there. 

Seems like that explanation is contrary to what was on Facebook last time it happened.  Would be good to have something official.   Might send an email and try and find out WTF is going on.  

First live game of the season for me, and I went not quite knowing what to expect. Knowing the type of players we had, I expected a really assured and expert game from the Bulls. Wow, that first half - one of the most inept performances I've seen in recent years. At 39 minutes I felt rather like I have in the past few seasons - totally uninspired. The Eagles forwards appeared much more enthusiastic, and were making massive gains towards our try line, mainly finishing therir sets well within our 20. On the other hand, our forwards struggled against their pack, and the finishing was - let's just say very poor.  The try on 40 minutes was a lifeline which lifted the crowd finally, so a good half time talk from Mr Laid-back was really needed to kick the team into action. 
And Nobby waved the hairdryer, clearly. This really is a team of two halves - how can they suddenly turn their performance around like they did ? Okay, the half time try might have deflated Sheff, but not enough to let Bulls totally dominate the 2nd half, which is what happened The 2nd half was good entertainment in my opinion, and just what the crowd needed. The run from Pele was worth the 20 quid entrance fee alone.
Credit to Eagles though, they kept on pushing us right to the final hooter. I'm not sure who was missing from their usual matchday squad, but they gave a good account of themselves in defeat. Interesting to see how we go against them in the league in a few weeks time.
Individuals who caught my eye : Okunbor, great runs out of the ruck; Lilley, masses of enthusiasm as usual; thought Mason had a good stint; Ronan Michael got through loads of work; negatives: Meadows, poor decision making, plays like an inferior Keyes; Hallas and his "enthusiasm" letting his temper getting the better of him - nothing changes; and the inevitable mistakes, penalties, etc when closing in on the opposition try line.
All told, an enjoyable afternoon in the sun. Just a pity the attendance was so poor. Oh, and Odsal looked glorious leaving out the red and white barrier tape drooped all over the steps, terracing, etc.