HBG, Independent Directors Sacked

[Bus 2 Terrigal]

So in other words you made an assumption without knowledge and passed it off as fact to be critical of people? Probably behaviour worthy of an apology.

Fair enough, I apologise.

You must concede however, that for the vast bulk of both podcasts existence - it’s true to say they were both created by, and have been very top heavy with former Balmain fans 🤷‍♂️

 

[Big Red]

To be fair, I haven’t listened to either for a year or so, but back then they were all former Balmain fans with a couple (one on each) who were too young to have known anything pre 2000.

Nothing stopping you and your mates from starting up a Wests Tigers podcast, might be time you had a crack instead of having a sook about being underrepresented. We’d all love to hear your views on Wests Tigers.

 

[Bus 2 Terrigal]

Why do you care who they supported pre-merger? They discuss a team that started in 1999 - Wests Tigers. They don't even mention Balmain or Wests. In fact, I think they're overly cautious about it, so as not to alienate people.

I know it hurts you that you lost your club, but living in the past with all that resentment and trying to bring down what others love won't make you happy.

I couldn't care less, who’s on the podcasts,
I was simply responding to a claim made in an earlier post where a similar accusation was being made against @BZN

How am I trying to tear anything down ?
A bloke on a forum voicing an opinion, just like you and everyone else here 🤷‍♂️

#SticksAndStones

 

[twentyforty]

Hey two dozen, @BZN didn’t mention Balmain fans.

He spoke of peeps coming originally from the Balmain side of the equation - like every member of the Wests Tigers podcast, Wests Life podcast, Darcy Byrne etc etc..

There is a clear distinction between that and being a “Balmain fan”, or a Western Suburbs fan for that matter.

Thanks for explaining that Terri gal. So “Balmain People” is distinct from “Balmain fans”
I suppose the Balmain people represent a much greater number than the Balmain fans. I suppose you and BNZ are more conscious of the greater number of Balmain people who are perhaps attracted by the Tiger and become WT fans?
Is it such a bad thing? What level of the split magpies/tigers fan base would you be happy with? For me personally I think any increase in the fan base is valued regardless of background, but would I feel the same way if I was a “Magpies person?” I don’t know?

 

[weststigers]

I couldn't care less, who’s on the podcasts,
I was simply responding to a claim made in an earlier post where a similar accusation was being made against @BZN

How am I trying to tear anything down ?
A bloke on a forum voicing an opinion, just like you and everyone else here 🤷‍♂️

#SticksAndStones

The worst thing is you're totally oblivious to it.

 

[69tiger]

Thanks for explaining that Terri gal. So “Balmain People” is distinct from “Balmain fans”
I suppose the Balmain people represent a much greater number than the Balmain fans. I suppose you and BNZ are more conscious of the greater number of Balmain people who are perhaps attracted by the Tiger and become WT fans?
Is it such a bad thing? What level of the split magpies/tigers fan base would you be happy with? For me personally I think any increase in the fan base is valued regardless of background, but would I feel the same way if I was a “Magpies person?” I don’t know?

I wonder if we’re in a position to hand in our membership subscriptions and get a full refund.
That would be a powerful reminder that us members don’t stand for this (hit them how it hurts)could be a bigger protest than the proposed March.
Just wondering.??

 

[Tom Shines]

Fair enough, I apologise.

You must concede however, that for the vast bulk of both podcasts existence - it’s true to say they’re really both created by, and have been very top heavy with former Balmain fans 🤷‍♂️

So ? I’m more concerned who they support now … not 26 years ago

 

[weststigers]

Fair enough, I apologise.

You must concede however, that for the vast bulk of both podcasts existence - it’s true to say they’re really both created by, and have been very top heavy with former Balmain fans 🤷‍♂️

Crazy how you said you don't care who they supported prior to the merger, yet proceed to make a point about who they supported prior to the merger. You've lost any semblance of credibility you might have had.

 

[hybrid_tiger]

It's very easy to spot the Magpies fans who say they are all for WT and "Wests Tigers forever" but are obviously lying through their teeth.

If they are all for Wests Tigers, they would support the NSW Cup team being Wests Tigers as well then, like Jersey Flegg.

But ask them the above question and you will get your answer.

 

[tigahhh]

lets hope for some good news today 🙏

 

[Tom Shines]

It's very easy to spot the Magpies fans who say they are all for WT and "Wests Tigers forever" but are obviously lying through their teeth.

If they are all for Wests Tigers, they would support the NSW Cup team being Wests Tigers as well then, like Jersey Flegg.

But ask them the above question and you will get your answer.

To them it’s more important who you supported 26 years ago ? WTF ? The priority should be winning games NOW!! What else really matters?

 

[TigerJunior4]

I wonder if we’re in a position to hand in our membership subscriptions and get a full refund.
That would be a powerful reminder that us members don’t stand for this (hit them how it hurts)could be a bigger protest than the proposed March.
Just wondering.??

I think I’ve heard of a few posters saying they tried and were denied the request but I think the protest is the start.

Boycott of games, memberships, merch and anything that contributes to HBG should be considered next. I think everyone organising this has a much better strategic mind then I do so I’m certain they’ve mapped out a response/pathway depending on how things play out.

 

[4jtigers]

I can't wait till footy starts. If WT ain't in it then I am done watching NRL.

 

[NT_Tiger]

What if part of the reason for this move by Gary Glitters alter ego is to destabilise the fans by kick starting ye olde magpies vs balmain aggro crap?
I propose that any post by either group is simply ignored.

 

[weststigers]

I wonder if we’re in a position to hand in our membership subscriptions and get a full refund.
That would be a powerful reminder that us members don’t stand for this (hit them how it hurts)could be a bigger protest than the proposed March.
Just wondering.??

Somehow I don't think the poor membership staff will hit their KPI's this year

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Y'all so intent in getting rid of the Magpies y'all have already forgotten WESTS as in WESTS Tigers is a 90% part of our JV.

it is Wests Tigers

 

[pawsandclaws1]

I hope we get an excellent result for WTs today, meaning Richo to remain as CEO and an administrator appointed to the club.

As for Wests Magpies in NSW Cup, I couldn't care less about what jumper the players wear. I mean no disrespect to the Wests Magpies, but NSW Cup for me is a transit lounge. If I watch a game, it will be to see a young Weststigers player who is obviously transiting to the NRL and is only there to get used to playing against more experienced players.

 

[Bus 2 Terrigal]

Crazy how you said you don't care who they supported prior to the merger, yet proceed to make a point about who they supported prior to the merger. You've lost any semblance of credibility you might have had.

As I said earlier - I was responding to a poster who did exactly the same thing to @BZN

Context, context, context, old boy 🤔

 

[Bus 2 Terrigal]

Nothing stopping you and your mates from starting up a Wests Tigers podcast, might be time you had a crack instead of having a sook about being underrepresented. We’d all love to hear your views on Wests Tigers.

Not sooking- simply used the podcasts as an example to answer a previous post.

I’ve no desire to start a podcast

 

[426Tlgerland]

Who on hear wants the Wests Tigers to be one club in all grades , and the juniors of Balmain and Wests strive to get to the top into Wests Tigers , All Wests Tigers in NRL and Reserve grade , Flegg ,then the juniors of each original club start , make sense doesn’t it,