Streamers and such
Goff quotes MLS:
“MLS teams will communicate to their supporter groups MLS’s existing policy - that streamers are not to be used to impact on-field competition or thrown toward a player, referee or stadium staff member. While the spontaneous use of streamers and confetti as an expression of fan enthusiasm will not be prohibited, the continued practice will be kept under review. Should issues continue regarding the use of streamers, MLS will have no option but to prohibit streamers.”
(emphasis mine)
To me, this is a non-change. MLS is just re-iterating its pre-existing policy. However, I think I’m going to limit my personal streamer throwing to the start of each half and after goals (due to recent results, this is rarely more than 3 times a game). I think being louder will impact atmosphere more than throwing streamers, and perhaps our streamer throwing is distracting us from this goal? Its a personal decision ultimately, and I could change my mind back.
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4 Responses to “Streamers and such”
By Nathan on Jun 7, 2008
I agree completely with your last statement - with it being a personal decision. I am happy either way.. But what I would like to see is some consistency in the application of these policies.
For example, if tomorrow they did ban streamers and started throwing out fans who threw them, stadium attendance at PHP would be impacted by app. 1%, but it would almost vacate the stadium at BMO.
By futbolchick on Jun 7, 2008
I’ll just go with ‘ditto’ to you guys. Sounds like a non-change to me. I like the balloons and the kids liked the beach balls. Now i just need to get me a natalia-type cowbell. I think El Bell Diablo is too much bell for this chick.
By ElGringo on Jun 19, 2008
I’ve been saying this all along… i think it interferes with the game too much. Louder fans would be a whole lot better.
By coyote invalido on Jun 23, 2008
i am going to hang an old tire from a tree in my backyard an work on my accuracy.