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So as I posted the other day, I'm very new to the world of The Jacks. I'm very excited about seeing my beloved home club (DC United in the MLS) create an affiliation with a team like SCFC. As I stated, I've watched the BPL for the past few years, without allegiance to a team because I've had no reason to stake any bond to a team. So I've jumped on this opportunity, and regardless of whether or not Levien screws this up, I'm here. That's a blessing and a curse about me, I'm loyal to a fault.
As a newbie to all things Swansea, what should I know? Football related or otherwise. Come August, what are the things that I should be watching for that make this squad uniquely Swansea? What are the endearing qualities about the club that make SCFC special to you? The supporters that breathe the very life into the club. As a member of one of the very first true supporters groups in the history of MLS, La Barra Brava, I understand how important the supporters are to a club as a whole. What should I know about Guidolin? Typical team tactics? Players to watch?
So far from the chatter and what I've read, it seems Gomis has been overpaid yet has underperformed. Over the past decade, this team has virtually gone to hell and back again. Since making it to the BPL, the team has proven it belongs on more than one occasion with impressive matches against the likes of Arsenal and City. The fans are unwaveringly loyal. And Liberty Stadium looks awesome.
So far, that's what I know. It isn't much I'm afraid. So I turn to you for help in learning the ways of the supporters of my newly adopted club.
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So help me out here. Educate me. on 13:17 - Jun 29 with 2347 views
So help me out here. Educate me. on 14:11 - Jun 29 by JPage520
I'm really glad, because that tasted terrible
And the fact that the film maker, despite pledging his allegiance to Swansea City has never seen us play an away game and funnily enough he only supported the club for 4 or 5 years in the early 80's And rekindled that affection in 2011
Honestly you won't ever be fully educated, so get that out of your head now. To me Sport is as much about feelings and emotion than stats as history and community play a massive part of it.
To me, I'd say just jump in, and experience it as best you can. the swans aren't always the easiest club to support, as there is heartache.. and a lot of it.
So help me out here. Educate me. on 18:35 - Jun 29 by DafyddHuw
JPage - how has DC United fared under the "leadership" of Levien (or whatever his name is)?
Would you say the club has been improved or trashed? And can you give examples?
I have a post in the New Owners PL Owners and Director's Test thread about my general skepticism about him and his group. Which includes some examples. The primary gripe I and a lot of other DCU fans have is that there seems to be as little money as possible going to fielding a good team until the our new stadium is built and functional in 2018.
The other issue is that their concern seems to revolve more around corporate sponsorships and interests rather than the long time supporters that have been around since the beginning. I've listed a few examples in the other thread.
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So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:22 - Jun 29 with 1856 views
So help me out here. Educate me. on 18:51 - Jun 29 by phact0rri
Honestly you won't ever be fully educated, so get that out of your head now. To me Sport is as much about feelings and emotion than stats as history and community play a massive part of it.
To me, I'd say just jump in, and experience it as best you can. the swans aren't always the easiest club to support, as there is heartache.. and a lot of it.
Truth be told, being a fan of all the pro sports teams here in Washington DC, Football (American), baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer (Still getting used to making sure I differentiate on this board lol), I'm used to having my heart ripped out. Not saying it ever hurts any less. I'm just used to it lol. So I think I'll fit right in.
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So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:40 - Jun 29 with 1818 views
So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:22 - Jun 29 by JPage520
Truth be told, being a fan of all the pro sports teams here in Washington DC, Football (American), baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer (Still getting used to making sure I differentiate on this board lol), I'm used to having my heart ripped out. Not saying it ever hurts any less. I'm just used to it lol. So I think I'll fit right in.
Hi J, I've followed the Swans since 1970. I've always felt there was something different about our club. For most of the years we've been either getting relegated or promoted. Regarding the fans, again, different to other clubs. In the mid 70s when we were in the 4th division, we were playing before crowds of 1,500. Then a couple of years later when Toshack took over we were getting 18,000+ for some of the games in the 4th division. (Unheard of) Tosh took us from the 4th division to the first division in 4 years but we only averaged 16,000 the first season when we finished 6th. The following year averaged 11,000 when relegated. The games big bucks now and we've been virtually sold out for the last five years.
It's just the internet, init.
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So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:47 - Jun 29 with 1791 views
So help me out here. Educate me. on 20:06 - Jun 29 by skippyjack
Let's be honest about it.. We've been sh*t.. don't try and dress us up like a Newcastle.. who have been equally sh*t.
Jesus Christ Skip! Starsky wasn't trying to dress us up as anything. Just show some passion for the club you're supposed to support ffs. I was just as proud of my club when we really were shit, as i am now.
Serious question, how long have you been a fan? Normally it wouldn't matter, but i'm just curious?
So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:41 - Jun 29 by Starsky
Hi J, I've followed the Swans since 1970. I've always felt there was something different about our club. For most of the years we've been either getting relegated or promoted. Regarding the fans, again, different to other clubs. In the mid 70s when we were in the 4th division, we were playing before crowds of 1,500. Then a couple of years later when Toshack took over we were getting 18,000+ for some of the games in the 4th division. (Unheard of) Tosh took us from the 4th division to the first division in 4 years but we only averaged 16,000 the first season when we finished 6th. The following year averaged 11,000 when relegated. The games big bucks now and we've been virtually sold out for the last five years.
So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:14 - Jun 29 by JPage520
I have a post in the New Owners PL Owners and Director's Test thread about my general skepticism about him and his group. Which includes some examples. The primary gripe I and a lot of other DCU fans have is that there seems to be as little money as possible going to fielding a good team until the our new stadium is built and functional in 2018.
The other issue is that their concern seems to revolve more around corporate sponsorships and interests rather than the long time supporters that have been around since the beginning. I've listed a few examples in the other thread.
I suppose a key consideration in how much Levein has invested in DC is what income they receive from MLS. I suspect it is significantly less than the Sky Sports funded PL. Not expecting the new owners to bust the bank to get new players but will be very disappointing if we don't make a few key signings.
C'mon Bony shoot !!!!
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So help me out here. Educate me. on 10:39 - Jun 30 with 1230 views
So help me out here. Educate me. on 19:14 - Jun 29 by JPage520
I have a post in the New Owners PL Owners and Director's Test thread about my general skepticism about him and his group. Which includes some examples. The primary gripe I and a lot of other DCU fans have is that there seems to be as little money as possible going to fielding a good team until the our new stadium is built and functional in 2018.
The other issue is that their concern seems to revolve more around corporate sponsorships and interests rather than the long time supporters that have been around since the beginning. I've listed a few examples in the other thread.
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