SUFC: The Future SUFC up for sale

[Floval Flyer]

Not that i am aware of, going back past years all sorts of events were held there. We even had a night club.

I’d pay to see Alison Moyet do a benefit gig!

 

[Amwell Blue]

Exactly, it has been left to go to ruin without any thoughts of how to maximise the grounds potential.

I think Cyril was talking about the standard of football

 

[sufcfed]

I think the Snake said today, but i would not hold your breath,

This is why protests should continue, daily, certainly weekly in the numbers of Saturday.

The guy cannot stick to his word in anyway.

The only time fans get words/response from him is by turning up at his house.

 

[Jedi Shrimper]

Accrington proving what can be done in terms of drawing in punters before and after matches. Worth noting the pub around the corner used to do a £1.25 pint a decade ago so that's some stiff competition to beat!

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Yes please. If they showed the away games for those unable to go I’d go down most matches.

 

[Cricko]

I’d pay to see Alison Moyet do a benefit gig!

I am sure she would do one if i asked her, but only if RM is out of the picture

 

[Leeboy]

I'd've thought concerts would be a no-go as housing is just far too close. Don't think it's ever hosted one?

they didn't seem to mind disturbing the neighbours when they had the fireworks way back when I were a kid

 

[GSW Shrimper]

But that didn’t tell me f**k all!

If Ron does make a statement I’ll suspect it’ll be 10x less informative than Anna’s

 

[Jedi Shrimper]

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This in blue please.

Maybe a version that says “make noise and make Ron bugger off” too

 

[AlfaShrimper]

were the out-of-contractors there - Bridge, Ralph etc?

Sorry I couldn't see

 

[Leeboy]

If Ron does make a statement I’ll suspect it’ll be 10x less informative than Anna’s

regardless of what you think of her or her motives she has said more in that statement than Ron has for months

 

[NZamba Legend]

Does Roots Hall have planning constraints on hosting non-football events at all?

Yes, only dub reggae

It’s why T’Pau never went ahead but Jah Shaka was able to play at the Shrimpers on numerous occasions.

 

[bazzashrimper]

In terms of the poll. Preference would be to have a nice shiny 21000 seater which we’ve been promised for 20 odd years. Today - would be delighted with good owners and a club to watch in a few weeks

 

[GSW Shrimper]

regardless of what you think of her or her motives she has said more in that statement than Ron has for months

100%

 

[Jedi Shrimper]

Honestly would love a redeveloped Roots Hall. If He-who-shall-not-be-named is serious about selling RH to the new owner it really gives me hope a deal can be done as it gives any prospective owner something tangible other than a club badge and a mountain of debt.

 

[CRATE]

I really hope with the 2 offers on the table, Ron Martin does the right thing for the football club and does not just accept the one to suit him sitting in the background.

Ron, if you're reading this or someone show's it to you (Sod it, I am going to e-mail you it to).

I know the other party your negotiating with are heavily linked in Southend with businesses across the City. I know they're property developers (albeit it on a much bigger scale than you) among many other things, but please understand, them investing and cash flowing the club until the new stadium with yourself in the background is NOT want any of the fans want. We know you want your pot at the end of the rainbow which is firmly in FF, but Ron mate, no one wants you here any more.

We want a fresh start, with fresh ideas from people with the capabilities of taking the club forward.

If you're going to sell the club outright to the above mentioned people then so be it, but please don't do it in a way that keeps you involved in the club or it's future!

 

[edwardss2]

Does Roots Hall have planning constraints on hosting non-football events at all?

There is one major (although not a planning) constraint. Imagine going to any kind of event and being faced with the Roots Hall fungus when you want a wee. It probably makes the toilets at Glastonbury on the last day look civilised.

 

[danbowen]

Honestly would love a redeveloped Roots Hall. If He-who-shall-not-be-named is serious about selling RH to the new owner it really gives me hope a deal can be done as it gives any prospective owner something tangible other than a club badge and a mountain of debt.

It would cost an awful lot more to redevelop roots hall. I don’t think it is viable even for those with deep pockets.

 

[Userorange]

I’d pay to see Alison Moyet do a benefit gig!

Only you

 

[Barry.C]

Yep. Chatham Town, 10 minute walk from me. Have an absolutely brilliant sports bar which makes them a really decent whack and is open all week.

Isthmian Prem and showing us how it's done. In fact, the sports bar was built when they were still in Southern Counties East. Step 5.

Very very sad to say that if the absolute worst happens, I will support The Chats who got promoted to 2 levels below us. I would also try to support a Southend Phoenix club financially or other ways but not travel that far to watch much in the Essex Senior league

Great efforts by yourself by the way, very much appreciated !!

 

[Sparte]

Where there is life there is hope. I saw a lot of life left in the Southend fans on Saturday.

We have positively and hope in abundance, what we don’t have is time…