Stanley Ultras

[Eibo]

I knew it would happen! Im a little disappointed that Mikey and Steve from the "Official Supporters Club" felt they had to come on to scorn the efforts of someone who is trying do something a little different. Jase has come up with a top idea ( only 2 posts say different) and should be knighted in my opinion..........well i'll get him a pint at least!

As Lowiey says, By the fans for the fans! Are the supporters club worried that their numbers will dwindle? Fear ye not Mr Vice Chair and Mr Membership Secretary (i hope thats right Henry) the supporters club have been around for to long for you to worry.

As i mentioned before, and Cammy agreed, the sooner we get a meeting organised the better..........but lets not tell the supporters club, just in case!!!!!!! ( only jokin boys)

[Wynonie Harris]

Although I'm far too ancient to be an Ultra, I think it's a great idea...just the thing to bring some much-needed colour, excitement and passion to the IES - and maybe even attract a few new faces. What's more, there need be no clash between official and unofficial clubs - people can be in both. It's just nice to see a bit of positive thinking after all the negativity of recent weeks.

As for the word Ultras, what's in a name? This is Accy, not Milan!

[Chester Red]

I agree with Wynonie, the enthusiam on the Clayton End is infectious, and even though I, too, am far too old to take part, it makes the match special for me. So, all power to Willie Miller for his organising and his flags, and 'Ultras' sounds like a perfectly good name to me, as long as it is about providing great support for the lads on the pitch.

[accystankev]

to be honest i'm not keen on the name 'ultras', i dont know why, it just sounds a bit tacky to me!

[Willie Miller]

"tacky"

next time Sampdoria, or Milan, or Fiorentina are on TV then have a look at the effect the tacky Ultras have on the pre, current & post match atmosphere, they'll be the ones with the streamers, flares, organised mosaics, huge surfed banners etc

The whole Ultra movement is about the most passionate fans showing their support, spending time, money & much energy on getting the atmosphere on the terrace right.

We could all just sip bovril & mumble to ourselves......

How about then the "Clayton End Reds"............................................. ........

[Smiffy16]

"Stanley Utras"

Class mate, no need to change it

[Willie Miller]

See Fella, would it not good to have a mini version of this at the Stanley

[Smiffy16]

It will be top quality!

A Flag maybe on the way at Crimbo......started saving up hehehehe.....

[Steven]

Yeah but arent the ultras the people who cause alot of croud trouble as well

But still its a good idea!!!

[JEFF]

I think that opposition supporters may think that the Ultras are a hooligan element. I totally agree with the idea but I think the name may be mis-interpreted by the opposition. Here is a quote from a report of an incident which happened in Italy a couple of years ago

A day of tragedy for Salernitana and Italian Football. The team lost to Piacenza, thus resulting in relegation to Serie B. Over 1500 Ultras from Salernitana made the journey to Piacenza by train. The return journey was to be a nightmare, incidents kept breaking out aboard the train and the police were already trying to stop the train and transfer the Ultras to awaiting buses they had laid on but this police tactic failed. On arrival at Salerno station the Ultras set fire to a carriage of their train, but tragically part of the train was still in a tunnel thus resulting in the deaths of 4 fans and a number of others being badly hurt.

[Steven]

C what i mean!!!!

U dont want bad press before it starts!!!!

[Eibo]

Oh my god!!!!

Its only a name........ As Jase has said its not about what its called its about what it does. Clayton end reds sounds good Jase.......

[Steven]

CER yep that definatly sounds like u really care about the club more than ultras hehehehehehe

Im not insulting u lot im just giving a suggestion But sorry for that in the future i wont help:emotion-9 :emotion-9 :emotion-9

[accystankev]

I'm totally for the club and think it is a fantastic idea I'm just not keen on the name 'ultras'

[Steven]

exactly!!!!!