Match Day Experience - time to lift our game

[Moonshadow 17,675]

nah, we don't want to turn it into another romsey show day. moonie

Gold dc.

[Ron Burgundy 8,584]

I would focus more on the brand 'the Demons', rather than the name 'Melbourne'.

Gardiner and that CEO in about 2003 did this many years ago and it was an absolute failure.

There's a reason the Pies, the Hawks, the Blues and the Bombers all have many more supporters across the country than we do - and, ironically, probably within Melbourne too.

Edited February 4, 2015 by Ron Burgundy

[Demi Dee 578]

Perhaps we could join forces with the boys in blue.

They can drive a divvy van around at 1/2 time looking for potential D&D candidates.

While the supporters find their voices by reclaiming classics like "your going home in the back of a divvy van"

And "what's the colour of a two cent coin?" Ect.

Maybe an old Holden can be installed behind the goal posts for one lucky winner to beep the horn at every goal.

Food for thought.

[old dee 23,781]

I would focus more on the brand 'the Demons', rather than the name 'Melbourne'.

Gardiner and that CEO in about 2003 did this many years ago and it was an absolute failure.

There's a reason the Pies, the Hawks, the Blues and the Bombers all have many more supporters across the country than we do - and, ironically, probably within Melbourne too.

Sorry to be pain RB but IMO it has nothing to do with the Demons, Dees or Melbourne.

It is all about winning Games and Flags over the last thirty years.

[ManDee 7,124]

i still love the game OD

Just give me the Reserves Game before and turn OFF the music between quarters

So i can talk about what i have just seen to my dad or mates.

If i want music i will rock out to a niteclub

Hallelujah!

A visionary, hindsight perhaps but still a visionary.

One change to that. Start with the under 19's.

& NO MUSIC!

Edited February 4, 2015 by ManDee

[AzzKikA 2,371]

Sorry to be pain RB but IMO it has nothing to do with the Demons, Dees or Melbourne.

It is all about winning Games and Flags over the last thirty years.

How many flags have the Pies won over the last 35 years? 2? How many members do they have right now? 63721 in January...even if 20000 are bulltish, it's still 40000 members. What do they do differently?

[old dee 23,781]

How many flags have the Pies won over the last 35 years? 2? How many members do they have right now? 63721 in January...even if 20000 are bulltish, it's still 40000 members. What do they do differently?

Have a look at the total number of games won over that period.

On top of that two flags vs zero

I will take the Pies success to the MFC over the last half century ever day of the week.

[AzzKikA 2,371]

Have a look at the total number of games won over that period.

On top of that two flags vs zero

I will take the Pies success to the MFC over the last half century ever day of the week.

So would I, so why do they have more members than the Cats or even Hawks?

I cannot explain it, seriously, i want to know their formula.

[old dee 23,781]

So would I, so why do they have more members than the Cats or even Hawks?

I cannot explain it, seriously, i want to know their formula.

Part traditional and part success , part they breed more.

I cannot remember the figures but I don't think they are much different to the hawks now.

Geelong are lower because while their ground is a gold mine it is a handicap when it comes to members.

It restricts the number of members you can get into the ground.

Why be a member if it is difficult / impossible to attend a home game.

Just watch on TV and attend the odd game in Melbourne.

[AzzKikA 2,371]

Only 68000 odd measly members for the Hawks last year, they already have 60000 odd as of now. Probably wont get a heap more, they don't have members that "wait and see" what the season will bring before signing, they already know.

[Demon 16 209]

How about pole dancers and circus animals like elephants and monkeys parading around the boundary?

Elephants is a silly idea.

Don't mind the monkeys or the pole dancers though.

[Demon 16 209]

Brilliant idea.

Set fire to the players as they run onto the ground!!

Superb....But what do we do for round 2?

If we lose, the same thing again?

[hemingway 7,615]

I would focus more on the brand 'the Demons', rather than the name 'Melbourne'.

Gardiner and that CEO in about 2003 did this many years ago and it was an absolute failure.

There's a reason the Pies, the Hawks, the Blues and the Bombers all have many more supporters across the country than we do - and, ironically, probably within Melbourne too.

Demons not Dees....that latter abbreviation is insipid and drives me mad.

[old dee 23,781]

Demons not Dees....that latter abbreviation is insipid and drives me mad.

Looks like you are going be mad for some time to come hem.

[daisycutter 29,604]

Demons not Dees....that latter abbreviation is insipid and drives me mad.

would D's be any better, hemmers?

[Robot Devil 1,895]

It probably costs small fortune in gas and safety management to do it, but I think it would be worth it.

Being the 'Demons', maybe we could have some sort of hellish fire-breathing spectacle for the players to run out through.

If it all goes well, it would enhance our claim for more night matches as well - which is good for viewing and revenue.

.

Spinal Tap: Well, it seems some silly twit did not get a big enough oxygen tank, but that's supposed to be a devil.

Filled up with air it's very evil and impressive. We salute you, our half inflated Dark Lord!

[Redbeard 497]

They definitely need to bring back the pregame game, whether it's the under 18's, reserves or the women's teams. Went to the Dees Dogs game last year excited to finaly see some footy being played before the main game, was shattered to find out it started at some ridiculous time like 10am

[Redbeard 497]

I would focus more on the brand 'the Demons', rather than the name 'Melbourne'.

Gardiner and that CEO in about 2003 did this many years ago and it was an absolute failure.

There's a reason the Pies, the Hawks, the Blues and the Bombers all have many more supporters across the country than we do - and, ironically, probably within Melbourne too.

I vaguely remember reading an article a long time ago when we first were pushing into China that we were moving away from he Demons and using Melbourne more as demons were considered bad in Chinese culture. I remember being disgusted that we were dropping the demon for the chance at making money abroad

[dpositive 1,663]

Would not want to lose Melbourne (our true heritage) as it ties us to the place and decreases relocation so should always reference Melbourne Demons.

Demons is the abbreviated marketing term matching symbols Hawks Bombers Bulldogs etc and was particularly important in establishing visual brands for Crows and Eagles etc as interstate teams were added

Its interesting that these marketing symbols are often abbreviated as well Pies, Dogs so Dees is the natural extension of the Australian common vernacular heritage which is economy of language.

I have also posited previously that it lends itself to a distinctive cheering cry. GO DEES can be syncopated into a number of rhythms and can be used to convey pace expressively.

[Leoncelli_36 2,264]

http://www.afl.com.au/video/2015-02-04/coloured-lights-free-wifi-coming-to-mcg

AFL are also reporting the MCG's going to install lighting outside, which can all be changed to display home team colours etc. The short video shows an example in red and blue! Reckon it would look great for our home games!

lighting, wow, that'll be good for our one home night game for the year!

[DistrACTION Jackson 8,663]

There is nothing wrong with the abbreviation 'Dees'. I like it and it's something we should associate more with the club.

On idea I had and this is more for the younger brigade (sorry old dee), is to have a New era cap with 'Dees' on it, would probably sell well.

[old dee 23,781]

There is nothing wrong with the abbreviation 'Dees'. I like it and it's something we should associate more with the club.

On idea I had and this is more for the younger brigade (sorry old dee), is to have a New era cap with 'Dees' on it, would probably sell well.

No problem for me go for it. Edited February 5, 2015 by old dee

[JTR 2,846]

I am sure it has already been raised, but I would like to see the MFC try and do something along the lines of what Liverpool do pre-game (and what Port have started doing themselves more recently).

I was at the 'G for this in 2013...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NDCiNGYfhPY

...and it was absolutely spine tingling stuff.

Be amazing if we could emulate that in some way.

Would just need to find an appropriate song/anthem to belt out.

My suggestion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w8KQmps-Sog

Rise up and take the power back
It's time the fat cats had a heart attack
You know that their time's coming to an end
We have to unify and watch our flag ascend
(so come on)

They will not force us
They will stop degrading us
They will not control us
We will be victorious

They will not force us
They will stop degrading us
They will not control us
We will be victorious

edit - fixed youtube link

Edited February 5, 2015 by JTR

[obbafan 128]

Have skimmed through this so may be repeating but if we are to have music booming out why cannot it be Australian?

I am distressed when I see bogans clad in flags on Australia Day but we can be justifiably proud of our outrageously good bands.

A set sequence of building intensity to the bounce of immortal songs that belong to us.

[Moonshadow 17,675]

Have skimmed through this so may be repeating but if we are to have music booming out why cannot it be Australian?

I am distressed when I see bogans clad in flags on Australia Day but we can be justifiably proud of our outrageously good bands.

A set sequence of building intensity to the bounce of immortal songs that belong to us.

Would 'Our Kylie' singing I Should Be So Lucky do it for you obbafan? Maybe Joe Dolce doing Shuduppa Ya Face?