16-07-2015, 11:21
(16-07-2015, 10:05)Thurnscoe_OWL Wrote: you make some good points but you only have to read the forums to see that the word loyalty is already being chucked about with regards to those who bought ST and those who cant/couldnt afford to.
This is turning into a clas war, probably unintentionally from DC's position but that's what is happening. The poor are being priced out in the hope that those better off will just stump up for the loss
It think that is more of the initial knee jerk reaction to the shock of the increase.
The majority of fans that attend 20+ home matches can get STs, either by paying up front or via the interest free monthly payment plans.
Someone made a good point (& one I had been considering) that our match day prices were too cheap compared to ST prices. I worked out last season that with discounts and special offers available, it would have been cheaper for me to pay match by match if I attended 19 or less matches. Clearly DC is giving better value to ST holders.
It is sad if the poor are being disenfranchised but anyone who paid for 23 matches last season can see at least 18 matches next season for the same price. Not great but at least they can still support their team. Alternatively, they could get a ST and watch the lot for a small increase.
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