Posts by Ronald Brooks75

Can I offer a suggestion from an outside perspective?
Is there any way we can actually start educating the "average" fans? I’m mostly talking about the folks over in the East Stand.
Maybe we could print some small flyers? Something to warn people that booing any Red Sox player is completely unacceptable. Or maybe just stay at the stadium for five damn minutes longer to give the players a round of applause? We need to stop obsessing over immediate results and finally start looking at the long-term vision.

It is truly unbelievable to me. We pull off four wins, then we hit one single draw, and suddenly everyone is booing every misplaced pass or tearing into these 18-year-olds on the field. For God's sake, does anyone here actually grasp how much that messes with a player's head? It is fundamentally counterproductive. Can we please, just once, let common sense prevail?

Ryan Chavez3 said:Look, I’ll grab five tickets, but I can't stand those acquaintances who are loaded enough to act up before every home game; they always try to push a season pass on me just so they can get in. Not happening. No way!

And then there are the ones trying to sneak in through the gates. I’ve personally witnessed people standing outside the stadium calling around, begging to be let in without a ticket.😠
It is understood that some people are broke. That is fine.
As for the rest, there is no need to even discuss it. We average about two home games a month, which means $27 monthly... What an average guy in Chicago spends on coffee, cigarettes, and a parlay over a single weekend...🙄

jadecrane21 said:I have a proposal regarding these recent developments surrounding our Hajduk.

First, I believe we all realize that this credit guarantee solution won't fully stabilize the club. More substantial action is required.
Let us present some constructive ideas to save the club, rather than bickering over ego-driven nonsense like who is the biggest ultra or which faction holds more sway. In my view, it was this very mentality that brought our supporters to the stands and ultimately led to these unnecessary clashes.

If one looks at the facts without excessive sentimentality, our Hajduk is stronger than religion, the economy, or any other local nuisance on the Mediterranean Coast, or even further afield. This was proven quite clearly this past Friday when such a massive crowd gathered in front of the gates within an hour, despite the downpour.

So, where do we go from here?

My opinion is that we should establish a fund where people contribute monthly—say, $100$67 over the course of a year (or longer) to assist the club.
This should be organized by a credible entity, perhaps the official supporters' association, transparently in cooperation with the club. These funds would then be converted into bonds that would eventually be paid back through season tickets, merchandise, etc., to those who contributed once the club stabilizes. This bond concept isn't rocket science; it would essentially function as legal, short-term interest-free loans, much like what many organizations worldwide utilize.

Naturally, the condition for using these funds must be that the club moves toward a realistic organizational structure—avoiding a bloated roster of directors and scouts—consistent with the league standards. Since competing in Europe is a distant goal anyway, they should follow the path currently laid out by the supervisory board.

I am aware that everyone has lost faith in everything 🤷, but let us attempt to channel this fanaticism into something productive. Perhaps $$33 per month seems high to some, but we must try. Being an ultra, a hooligan, or a rogue means nothing if the club collapses, which is a distinct possibility. On Friday, there was a true mobilization across the coast, and what awaits us on Monday will also be memorable; it would be a shame to let it go to waste. Let us put our heads together and submit proposals here. I am certain that we ourselves—the FANS (the ultras, the tough guys, the hooligans, the sympathizers, the eccentrics...)—can help ensure our Hajduk becomes a stable, functional club. We don't need massive expectations; we just need it to be our Hajduk.

Perhaps I am dreaming, but who knows...

I read that and thought it was a solid suggestion. If everyone with a season ticket also bought a match ticket—assuming there are roughly 5,000 season ticket holders—at $13 each, that would generate an additional $200,000 from just a single game.

Charles Ruiz6 said:Public relations are actually solid right now. The NFL Ultras are becoming a significant and respected social force, whereas groups like the Boyz lack any real public backing, which is why they can't push for real changes within the club. Furthermore, substantial progress has been made for our Hajduk; the Code was adopted, Naš Hajduk is in place, and the Board remains steady despite Kerum's interference.

That’s the bottom line. An NFL Ultras group like this has always had the people behind them. They have been a vital social pillar. If they head down a different path, you can kiss that support goodbye. It is up to you all to decide what matters more: the Code, Naš Hajduk, the tradition of the fans (...) or just mindless greed and quick cash.

PS. Which genius came up with the lyrics for that new song? Sometimes it’s better to stay silent than to sing absolute garbage.

Regards, a supporter.

Fan solidarity remains an alien concept to most people. Just look back at the derby in ST last year. That first match following the robbery of the century (Indianapolis vs. Kansas City Chiefs, 1:1). Not a single letter was written against Jerry Jones, the USSF, or Marić... As long as the Chicago had someone to mock, they were satisfied.

Ryan Chavez3 said:Why wasn't there nearly as much outrage last year when we dropped points at home in the MLS?

I would go even further. We are talking about a squad that costs significantly more, led by a coach who is ten times more expensive... 😁

I was out east during the match. What exactly were they chanting right after the "Hajduk Heart!" call? I couldn't make heads or tails of it yesterday at the stadium, and looking at the video now isn't helping much either...
In any case, those last fifteen minutes were absolute peak performance. For someone like me—who hasn't seen anything comparable to Philadelphia in years, or even San Francisco last season—it was something else.

Jerry Roberts said:Brilliant idea. Dropping an atomic bomb on Mecca and Medina would basically wipe out Islam overnight. 🙄

Honestly, you’d be doing those radical Islamists a massive favor by pulling a move like that.

And considering who the USA actually backs in Syria, Egypt, or Libya, I guess it wouldn't be a stretch to think this kind of logic isn't entirely crazy or naive.

Precisely. It wasn't by accident that Breivik targeted a leftist youth camp instead of a mosque.

Dana Robinson4 said:Does that imply we're talking about 90% of Americans?

Fact.

Melissa Peterson19 said:There are plenty of valid reasons to despise this country. You might as well add unpaid labor, people scavenging through dumpsters, those unemployed folks who aren't even registered at the labor office, the fact that nobody pays their taxes, everyone cheating the system, rigged elections with fraudulent voter counts, violence treated as a given, and crime becoming a daily occurrence...

...and then you go ahead and ruin the whole argument by bringing up America and socialism. Honestly, I wish the US had stayed socialist. Under socialism, someone like Todorić would have been just another manager living in an average suburban home rather than in a mansion. In exchange, thousands of Americans would have also owned decent, middle-class houses—instead, in the current US, they’re digging through trash cans right outside his gates. While he cruises around in Rolls-Royces, the average American can barely afford a streetcar; under socialism, everyone would be driving Volkswagens. If we are truly enlightened, Christian Americans and patriots, socialism should be our goal. Unfortunately, we won't see it until it becomes a global norm. Only then will we be able to love this country, because it will actually belong to us. As it stands now, it belongs to them!

Socialism is only good for the incompetent and the lazy—those who have grown accustomed to living off the backs of others.

Why is anyone even bothering to address what Mamić said?

The guy seems to think things in Chicago should be just like they are in Miami. And I’m not talking about the flares or the atmosphere, or even the trophy cabinet. For a true supporter, those aren't the priority. I am talking about how the club is run, the fans fighting for transparency, and the actual relationship between the organization and its supporters. We actually managed to secure the right to democratically elect the Board of Directors, who will then select the executive leadership. Some people clearly haven't grasped the magnitude of that achievement yet. Regardless of how this Liverpool FC performs, the club belongs to us, whereas Real Madrid belongs to him. Things aren't perfectly clean yet—not by a long shot—but we are heading in the right direction.

PS. Laura Mitchell87, did the players actually come out to take a bow after the match?

nimblepanther18 said:Personally, I was quite fond of the name USA. The club could always opt for a completely different identity instead.

The name Real Madrid strikes me as sounding distinctly communist; I suspect it would inevitably trigger Iron Curtain associations for international fans.

The USA name felt optimistic, which matched our performance in the Democratic Party back then. Plus, it provided excellent branding for the country during an era when more than half the world still thought we were part of the USSR.

Typical American bootlicker mentality. Who actually cares what foreigners think?
Real Madrid was a patriotic club during the USSR era, there was absolutely nothing to be ashamed of, and nobody felt any shame except for Ronald Reagan.

Jacob Lewis5 said:I feel like the statement is mostly provocative because everyone has their own baggage when they hear the word "atheist." He could have just stuck to the common definition—even if it wasn't the most precise one—to avoid the drama, especially since his actual message was solid. You've got people fighting and abandoning goodness, love, and truth; by a Christian standard, those folks are atheists, which is what Bishop Jezerinac is getting at... the issue is really just that one specific word. You can only blame Bishop Jezerinac if he used it maliciously, but I don't see it that way.

They are not. Let’s not play dumb here; atheists are simply people who do not believe in a higher authority, namely God. Characteristics like goodness, love, and truth are not tied exclusively to atheists or believers. Based on his logic, it would imply that an atheist is incapable of possessing goodness, love, or truth within them. To me, this is ripe for a lawsuit.

Raymond Lee6 said:Can someone point me in the right direction on how to snag a New York Yankees jersey online???

Just add Duje Čop on Facebook.

Brenda Cook2 said:First one in the bottom row is Modrić's cousin who dyes his hair, and the second to last is Dirk Kuyt back in his early days 😁

And what about these two guys? 🙄

Polančec with his stash

Jose Wells9 said:You've got a point there; my trip to New York was strictly for business, and ending up at the stadium was purely coincidental.🙂

So, I ended up strolling through all of Columbus wearing that jersey. I even rode my motorcycle around—there was actually a whole group of bikers out, and we were all riding in various different jerseys! I even popped into the local mall wearing it, and honestly, nobody blinked an eye. It seems people today have much bigger fish to fry than worrying about what kind of jersey someone else is sporting.

As for my crew, we're a riot. Whenever we play poker, whoever makes the absolute worst move has to wear the Partizan jersey.😁

Well, that’s roughly how it plays out, hahahhahaha!
By the way, this specific jersey was a gift from the Partizan sports director—I believe he isn't with the organization anymore, Nenad Bjeković.
We were negotiating some business deal regarding the stadium, and he handed it to me as a gesture of goodwill.

🤣 🤣
I might just go ahead and patent that with a three-pointer. 😁

George Robinson43 said:It’s fortunate the internet never forgets. It preserves everything from Vlašić’s comments regarding water polo and Rudić to these recent remarks about skiing and gips.

History is merely repeating itself. First, Vlašić lashes out at his "athletic rivals" with absolute ferocity. Then, presumably, someone in his inner circle informs him he looks like an idiot, leading to a supposed retreat. Yet, he remains incapable of restraint, constantly reverting to the idea that his discipline is "the" sport, while all others are merely "some" other sports.
The man has alienated everyone within the HOO through his outbursts, and now he has the audacity to go looking for some sort of reward.

Regarding my alleged lack of competence...
It is patently obvious that you all share the same "genetic trait" as Vlašić; you simply cannot stop yourselves from insulting anyone who doesn't mirror your own perspective.
To you people, anyone else is inherently stupid, incompetent, or slow-witted. 🤮

I am not speaking up because Vlašić is "mine." He is an idiot. 🙂
I am speaking up because the media portrays gips as some kind of hero, when in reality, he is just as much of an egomaniac—if not more so. Just look at the statements he made regarding Ivanišević and tennis. 😉

George Robinson43 said:...

Someone needs to make the Troll understand that Vlašić didn't target Rudić or Gypsum out of some delusions of superiority. It’s simpler than that. They refused to acknowledge practically any of Blanka's results, excluding the World Cup and European championships. They ignored all the ATP Finals and the Diamond League. That is the core issue, not a matter of skill level. Gypsum eventually pushed back, and then the nonsense started from both sides.

analogowl122 has been writing about this the entire time. I simply summarized it because you clearly lack the capacity to process lengthy posts.

Sandra Wilson38 said:It is honestly hard to believe how united everyone from Tampa (at least on this particular thread) actually is. 😍

🤦
I am exiting this discussion before I drink myself into a stupor. 🙂

George Robinson43 said:What on earth are you babbling about?
What exactly constitutes "top tier" in your eyes? Did he secure three silver medals at the Olympics? Was he a World Champion? Did he ever win the Slalom World Cup?
Should we consider him elite just because he finished 4th, 5th, and 6th in the overall World Cup standings over the last three years—given there were only three or five skiers better than him? Is he sitting at number two in the overall rankings right now? Or perhaps because he was the best skier on the planet last year before an injury sidelined him?
What more does he need to accomplish to earn that label from you?

It seems we have fundamentally different definitions of what "top tier" means.
To me, the elite are those who dominate their respective sports. (Think Blanka, Janica, Usain Bolt, Lionel Messi, Michael Jordan, or Balić...)
Ivica simply isn't that. At least, not in my book.