Duxbury: South-West corner should be complete by July (From Watford Observer)

I like Scott Duxbury, he knows that fans are essential to the Pozzo plan and it's not hotels and hospital extensions that will forward this club but quality football bringing attention to our players. Attracting new fans and entertaining the old has a major role to play in this, not simply squeezing the die-hards for every penny they can get.

I'm going to the wolves match, also went to millwall and Brighton. This despite the fact I can barely afford to come. This time last year I didn't go to any home games, intact last season I only went to two matches all season. The point I make is that some of us can't afford season tickets or don't regularly have Saturday's off, and the fact that our team is so much better than last year and that the club is moving in the right direction gives supporters like me much more impetus to get to the games. I'm so excited by the direction the club is heading, I can't understand the negative posters, although their posts are becoming fewer and further between!

Seriously impressed by this guy. He clearly knows what he is doing. I'm sure he must read these forums as everything we ask for (within financial reason) they seem to be implimenting. Creating cash turnstiles would definitely bring in a larger crowd, and having older fans in the Vic end would increase the atmosphere a bit, so much so that the Rous may actually join in every so often. Parking and better access to the M1 is key for growth and I am glad we are taking the initiative to support such a proposal. The future is bright.

mattymashup wrote:
I'm going to the wolves match, also went to millwall and Brighton. This despite the fact I can barely afford to come. This time last year I didn't go to any home games, intact last season I only went to two matches all season. The point I make is that some of us can't afford season tickets or don't regularly have Saturday's off, and the fact that our team is so much better than last year and that the club is moving in the right direction gives supporters like me much more impetus to get to the games. I'm so excited by the direction the club is heading, I can't understand the negative posters, although their posts are becoming fewer and further between!

Reading your post brings a gulp to my throat. I think you are amazing.

Given the miserable state the country is in, isn't it great to be part of a project like this which brings excitement and anticipation in to peoples struggles in life?

The Pozzos deserve to have a 15,000 minimum at each gate, How can we make it happen?

rogeruk wrote:

mattymashup wrote:
I'm going to the wolves match, also went to millwall and Brighton. This despite the fact I can barely afford to come. This time last year I didn't go to any home games, intact last season I only went to two matches all season. The point I make is that some of us can't afford season tickets or don't regularly have Saturday's off, and the fact that our team is so much better than last year and that the club is moving in the right direction gives supporters like me much more impetus to get to the games. I'm so excited by the direction the club is heading, I can't understand the negative posters, although their posts are becoming fewer and further between!

Reading your post brings a gulp to my throat. I think you are amazing.

Given the miserable state the country is in, isn't it great to be part of a project like this which brings excitement and anticipation in to peoples struggles in life?

The Pozzos deserve to have a 15,000 minimum at each gate, How can we make it happen?

We make it happen by just doing what we are doing, ie. producing the goods.
Nearly there as far as the football is concerned but it's not until January that I expect Zola's rotation policy to really start paying dividends, our depth is unmatched in this league.
Like you I'm in a position where football is barely affordable, unfortunately it has as much or more to do with transport costs for many of us than it does for what I feel are quite reasonable admission charges and I wonder if more could be done with local train and coach companies by way of subsidy and dare I mention it "car pooling" ... we have this wonderful thing called the internet yet it is rare to see such sites that bring together the fans. If I were in IT I'm sure it could be a winner but naturally people will need to face their social phobias first.

It is so encouraging to see all this evidence of strategic thinking and planning. I am beginning to be convinced that our club is in really safe hands - at last!

It is so encouraging to see all this evidence of strategic thinking and planning. I am beginning to be convinced that our club is in really safe hands - at last!

Car Pooling is a great idea, Watfordfc could be involved needs to be organised. 250 cars with 4 people can get 1000 supporters to away games. But don't leave it at that!

It can also be used for home games bringing in people from outlying areas of Watford ie All the surrounding counties Counties plus North and North West London.

Sharing motoring costs between four people will reduce everybody's costs. Could also have social benefits in helping people who live alone make contact will fellow supporters and improve their morale.

If Watford fc could find a responsible individual to coordinate it on the web site and internet.

A data base could be set up:

Drivers
Spaces available
Locations
Passengers
And so on

Once set up it just needs to managed and coordinated.

mattymashup wrote:
I'm going to the wolves match, also went to millwall and Brighton. This despite the fact I can barely afford to come. This time last year I didn't go to any home games, intact last season I only went to two matches all season. The point I make is that some of us can't afford season tickets or don't regularly have Saturday's off, and the fact that our team is so much better than last year and that the club is moving in the right direction gives supporters like me much more impetus to get to the games. I'm so excited by the direction the club is heading, I can't understand the negative posters, although their posts are becoming fewer and further between!

Good on you mate! I think you hit the nail on the head.
Some of us are having it tough in these finanacilly difficult times , but coming to watch a simple match of a team you love that is playing beautiful winning football ,can lift your spirit and make life so much easier.

There are thousands of Watford fans like matty just waiting to be entertained.

Get the product right , GZ is doing this now and it won't be long before we sell out every game, espiecially if we are at the top of the league.

Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice.
I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending.
I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind!
I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea.
More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

All good feedback and as mentioned these guys are exploring every avenue with regards to bringing success to our club and making it as feesable as possible for all fans to be involved. Times are extremely tough for many, but the club needs to know that they have the fanbase waiting if they can can the pricing etc right.

Maybe a buy one game get another half price, which will encourage some to come back.

Yes, cash turnstiles, Yes unalocated seating in areas of the ground, yes deals with local bus and train companies for subsidised rates on match days to ticket holders. All should be fully considered to get the support back.

There is nothing like a full Vicarage Road, even if only 3 sides.

lutondown wrote:
Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back.

I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o)

You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:
Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back.

I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o)

You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails!
As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

D.unstable wrote:
All good feedback and as mentioned these guys are exploring every avenue with regards to bringing success to our club and making it as feesable as possible for all fans to be involved. Times are extremely tough for many, but the club needs to know that they have the fanbase waiting if they can can the pricing etc right.

Maybe a buy one game get another half price, which will encourage some to come back.

Yes, cash turnstiles, Yes unalocated seating in areas of the ground, yes deals with local bus and train companies for subsidised rates on match days to ticket holders. All should be fully considered to get the support back.

There is nothing like a full Vicarage Road, even if only 3 sides.

I have to work on Saturdays which makes it difficult to get to matches, but I took advantage of the £40 family ticket for the Millwall game. Excellent value!

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote: Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back. I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o) You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails! As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Doesn't bare thinking about :o(

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote: Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back. I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o) You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails! As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Doesn't bare thinking about :o(

Sent u a DM on twitter buddy!

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote: Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back. I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o) You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails! As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Doesn't bare thinking about :o(

Sent u a DM on twitter buddy!

Can't access at work, will take a look later.

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote: Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back. I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o) You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails! As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Doesn't bare thinking about :o(

Sent u a DM on twitter buddy!

Can't access at work, will take a look later.

Rightly so, says he with his feet up, tea in one hand, I pad in other...life's tough at the top..;-)

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote: Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back. I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o) You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails! As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Doesn't bare thinking about :o(

Sent u a DM on twitter buddy!

Can't access at work, will take a look later.

Rightly so, says he with his feet up, tea in one hand, I pad in other...life's tough at the top..;-)

I'm told if I work hard, keep my head down and scrub the lettuce's that one day I will be at the top too!!!

i do also think watford fc should offer locl school children in primary schools tickets for £1.00 if with a paying adult. kids are the future...if 2-3 get together they come every week and like me 30 years on i still meet up with those i went to away games with when i was 12-13 years of age. Parking is a big issue too as no local good disabled parking around...ive been to coventry and derby and both brilliant for disabled parking. Can you put this of your list lutondown when you have your pozzo meeting ?

jasonwatford wrote:
i do also think watford fc should offer locl school children in primary schools tickets for £1.00 if with a paying adult. kids are the future...if 2-3 get together they come every week and like me 30 years on i still meet up with those i went to away games with when i was 12-13 years of age. Parking is a big issue too as no local good disabled parking around...ive been to coventry and derby and both brilliant for disabled parking. Can you put this of your list lutondown when you have your pozzo meeting ?

As its you old buddy, I'm asking for special parking outside the ground, that's Lutons ground, there that's something to really whine over! ;-)
Seriously, I will motion that as you are the special one, a chauffeur comes picks you up on match days, free hospitality and match tickets etc etc.
But really seriously, I think the whole disabled thing needs looking at. I have been a Carer for a friend in a wheel chair and its pretty poor that they are stuck out in the elements at pitch level. Surely there must be scope to get them under shelter at an elevated part of the ground? New SW Corner?

lutondown wrote:

D.unstable wrote:

lutondown wrote:
Well if I drive to an away game and I've empty seats I'm always happy to fill the car. I wouldn't accept petrol money off of anybody struggling. I have been there. It ain't nice. I'm on twitter, if anyone wants to look at what games I'm attending. I'm going to Blackpool and Burnley by coach mind! I really think pay on the day will help boost figures And this family 40 ( 2 adults and 2 kids) is a brilliant idea. More initiative in the last three months than last thirty years!

And if you did not have a possitive mental attittude about Watford when you get in the car with LD, you will have by the time you get back.

I can think of a few on here that could do with being stuck in a car for 5 or 6 hours with you scummer down :o)

You could discuss the project, width and plumbing in much greater detail.

And I extend that to only one Scully. I have a decent size boot that would accomodate him and poor Old Monotone Bushey Wails!
As for being in a car with me for 5-6 hours Dusty old son, you might rethink that if I've had a ruby the night before!

Haha,nice one. Haven't heard from those somewhat negative gents for sometime now. Wonder why?

Charlton run coaches from all over Kent and parts of Sussex for their fans

Fellow posters and warriors, have you registered yet for the Mail online? Martin the muppet Samuels needs some shooting down

This is terrible if Baz was still here the south west corner would have been done by a week on Tuesday (with the theme of pigs flying). This is great news and I like the way that what is said is tempered with reason and common sense and no little sensitivity to existing fans.

I have a friend who works at the club and people are a little concerned about mr duxbury so don't be surprised if we hear some sour grapes coming out from employees, but everything that they/he have said and done to date and backed by the Pozzo's has been spot on - cash turnstile would really help draw back the floating attendees.

Off of these comments. Great that the eye-sore is to be completed at last.
Any news about the Croxley link? Has any work started yet? If have to use the car it s a long walk from where I can park and also a long walk rom Watford Met. Onwards and upwards is now a realtyat WFC

Bush Hornet wrote:
Fellow posters and warriors, have you registered yet for the Mail online? Martin the muppet Samuels needs some shooting down

I have mate, but the facists won't print my posts. Strange that...

Agreed.....bring back the cash turnstile. Sometimes I can't plan where ill be on a certain day and would love to just turn up.

lutondown wrote:

Bush Hornet wrote:
Fellow posters and warriors, have you registered yet for the Mail online? Martin the muppet Samuels needs some shooting down

I have mate, but the facists won't print my posts. Strange that...

They haven't printed my comment either but I assumed they saw me as a socialist infiltrator. Could you soften the post up for their Tory palate with some of your Maggie is God lines? They'll like that

Bush Hornet wrote:

lutondown wrote:

Bush Hornet wrote:
Fellow posters and warriors, have you registered yet for the Mail online? Martin the muppet Samuels needs some shooting down

I have mate, but the facists won't print my posts. Strange that...

They haven't printed my comment either but I assumed they saw me as a socialist infiltrator. Could you soften the post up for their Tory palate with some of your Maggie is God lines? They'll like that

Well I'm more UKIP than Tory mate, but that wouldn't sit well with those tools. I dislike the mail as much as I do the Guardian!
Anyway, we speak to jonathon Northcroft on twitter whose one of his journo mates, and we expressed our displeasure at the fat irons lies and half truths. Politely of course. Not!

Supporting UKIP and the Watford-Udinese-Gran
ada union is an interesting juxtaposition. Anyway keep the pressure up on Samuels until he learns

Panos armnakas take a look at u tube clip http://www.youtube.c
om/watch?v=uYH1z6qla
WE

Martin Samuel, that great and sagacious journo, wrote in 2009:
'Every club in the country fights to produce cheap talent and those who get through will be exceptional, which is why England's national team have a very good chance of success at the 2010 Word Cup finals. Foreign players are not keeping good English players out; they are preventing you watching inferior football...'

...and other entirely consistent insights. Seems he's changed his tune. Anyway his predictions back then about England's world cup chances show how much he knows.

http://www.dailymail
.co.uk/sport/article
-1173708/MARTIN-SAMU
EL-No-moans--foreign
-influence-English-g
ame-IS-passport-succ
ess.html

Thanks to @JasBailey for searching through that rubbish

Right then, if anyone reading this is from Devon, Cornwall or souh side of Somerset and is interested in possible car share or even clubing together for a minibus (I dont mind driving it), to certain home games or possibly some aways as well, email me on davidwatts1959@hotma
il.com and i'll collate a list of interested people and try and get something moving. Also if you know of any fans in the above areas who might be interested fel free to pass on my details

exeterhornet wrote:
Right then, if anyone reading this is from Devon, Cornwall or souh side of Somerset and is interested in possible car share or even clubing together for a minibus (I dont mind driving it), to certain home games or possibly some aways as well, email me on davidwatts1959@hotma

il.com and i'll collate a list of interested people and try and get something moving. Also if you know of any fans in the above areas who might be interested fel free to pass on my details

Good on yer. All power to the SW England 'orns. May you have many satisfying trips

Bush Hornet wrote:
Supporting UKIP and the Watford-Udinese-Gran

ada union is an interesting juxtaposition. Anyway keep the pressure up on Samuels until he learns

Hey I'm into paradoxical politics buddy!
And I want my cake and eat it...what the frick that means!

Bush Hornet wrote:
Martin Samuel, that great and sagacious journo, wrote in 2009:
'Every club in the country fights to produce cheap talent and those who get through will be exceptional, which is why England's national team have a very good chance of success at the 2010 Word Cup finals. Foreign players are not keeping good English players out; they are preventing you watching inferior football...'

...and other entirely consistent insights. Seems he's changed his tune. Anyway his predictions back then about England's world cup chances show how much he knows.

http://www.dailymail

.co.uk/sport/article

-1173708/MARTIN-SAMU

EL-No-moans--foreign

-influence-English-g

ame-IS-passport-succ

ess.html

Thanks to @JasBailey for searching through that rubbish

I've been reading lots of his self indulgent articles. They are full of his own self importance, also fraught with mistakes and suppositions.
What gets up his nose is pretty hypocritical when Gold and Sullivan are financing Carroll out of their own pockets.
He can't stop the hornet juggernaut!

exeterhornet wrote:
Right then, if anyone reading this is from Devon, Cornwall or souh side of Somerset and is interested in possible car share or even clubing together for a minibus (I dont mind driving it), to certain home games or possibly some aways as well, email me on davidwatts1959@hotma

il.com and i'll collate a list of interested people and try and get something moving. Also if you know of any fans in the above areas who might be interested fel free to pass on my details

good idea, will contact you

Unless I'm missing something , it would be good if a season ticket holder could also benefit from bringing a youngster or two etc to the game. As far as I know , I can't be part of a "deal" ie 2 adults + 2 kids for £40...so if I want to bring kids , its full price . ..or another idea for say the games that won't sell out ( or for 3 home games a season) ..a season ticket holder can bring a mate for £10 . I'm supposed to be part of the the newly formed "ticket prices" committee , so any feedback .ideas would be good.

Have to agree that all season ticket holders should get a discounted price for bringing upto 2 additional people on certain games ie evenings and low profile games whether they or kids or adults - however these season tickets need to be unreserved seating zones so they can sit together!
Maybe for next season the whole lower Rous Stand should be left as an incentive zone where you have all the seats un reserved and the 2 adults and kids £40 deal is where they sit along with local school freebies or bring a kid for a £1 on a full price adult ticket and discounted tickets deals which can run alternatively every home game?
Vic Road end as cash on the day, upper Rous reserved seating and the middle two sections of the Rockery end being unreserved seating and vocal zone?
Just a suggestion as our current ground situation makes it hard to accommodate all these factors.
If we can market ourselves and get people to games from a radius of 10 miles away from Watford we can then attract a bigger support base?
Then if we can get attendances to 15,000 + we will get a new East Stand which will make our stadium look worthy along with being able to accommodate all our fans: Kids/Disabled/famili
es/vocal zones/discount zones etc etc properly!

No need to overcomplicate things with different schemes to get the crowds up. Just make it cheaper, have cash turnstiles and let people sit where they like. Simple stuff really.

I think cash turnstiles is a fantastic idea, I used to go to Vicarage Road regularly but now I some weekends I find it more difficult. Having the option of being able to turn up and pay to watch would be so much easier than registering etc etc. If this is implemented I think the average attendance will be above 15000! It's so good to read positive comments about the club, well done all!!

R.E last comment: I meant 'now I work some weekends'

exeterhornet wrote:
Right then, if anyone reading this is from Devon, Cornwall or souh side of Somerset and is interested in possible car share or even clubing together for a minibus (I dont mind driving it), to certain home games or possibly some aways as well, email me on davidwatts1959@hotma

il.com and i'll collate a list of interested people and try and get something moving. Also if you know of any fans in the above areas who might be interested fel free to pass on my details

Good luck guys ! hopes this works for you , and dont forget to bring some Pasties and Cider for the waifs and straifs in the Red Lion !!
YELLOW ARMY !!