New Revs employee now on BigSoccer

Ok, but I think we are possibly thinking that this sort of thing will appeal to two different types of fans. Not that I want to ignore the hardcore fans...but they go already. Sure, making it easier for them to go would be a good gesture by the organization BUT this franchise needs more people in attendance. The only way to do that is by growing the fan base. Of course you don't want to alienate current fans, but hardcore fans can be appeased in other ways, specifically by putting a better product on the pitch.

 

If ticket purchasers were informed about the Fort at the time of the purchase, that would decrease the number of uncomfortable people sitting in the Fort.

I'm not blaming the SGs. I just pointed out that communication works both ways. Take this thread as an example. Marcus communicating with BigSoccer forum members, and vice versa.

 

I agree. You should inform them.

 

Maybe they don't teach this in the Albanian MBA programs, but if people are buying Revolution tickets, yet given a choice, the team does not lose anything in total attendance. It is just a matter of where they sit. And if they are going to sit, everyone would be happier if they were in a "regular" section.

If someone wants a cheap ticket, all the rep has to do is ask, "Do you want the Fort? That's the rowdy section where everyone stands and drums and sings the whole game, or would you rather have a regular section?"

The Fort isn't for everyone, so it's better to let people enjoy their experience in whatever way they are most comfortable. They won't be coming back otherwise.

 

I liked the idea someone had a while back about tiering the stadium in some way by fan participation. I can't do the Fort because I also can't stand up for 90 minutes (and I'm not a huge fan of the way some Fort fans can get very off-color as well), but I also don't like being around the sit-on-your-hands-and-be-quiet and the loud-kid-not-paying-attention-to-the-game brigades either (which unfortunately is the case a lot of the time for me). If there could be a "middle ground" section for fans who want to cheer and pay attention but can't do Fort culture, that would be ideal.

 

I was going to suggest the same thing; an intermediate fort.

In addition to those that don't/can't stand all game long, I think it would be good for newbs as well. I think the whole supporter culture can be a great asset to the league, but it can be a little jarring for some individuals. However, a section right nextdoor could provide space those that are interested (or could become interested) in joining the fort. It could be a great place for college kids or young-uns that aren't MLS veterans to learn what the league is all about.

 

Welcome Marcus.
I apologize if this has already been discussed, I got lost in the JDesq derail.
Can you tell us a little bit about your story. When were you in Colorado and what was your role with the Rapids?
When did you join the Revs and why? What is your title and role? Did you move here and decide to stick with an MLS team, or did the Revs recruit you for a specific role?

 

I'd be happy to share that with you guys. I was in Colorado from 2003-2012 as an AE. Primarily I worked with the youth soccer communities, corporate AND most importantly, supporters groups. I helped start 2 of the 3 existing supporters groups and was on the way to helping launch a 3rd before I left. Joined the Revs last week because I believe that we can accomplish great things here and that a stadium is much closer to reality than most believe (my personal thoughts). my primary goal is to help raise the season ticket base so that when the stadium is announced we can either have a bigger capacity stadium or go into it knowing that it will be packed with fans every time.

 

Please apologize for that offensive thumbnail graphic next to your posts and remove it.

 

That's great if a SSS is closer than we know but be careful about saying too much. You might attract the attention and incur the wrath of The Central Scrutinizer, for letting us chattel know too much about the goings on within the immovable density of the Kraft monolith and your Revs career will be over before it gets a chance to really begin.

Are you beginning to tell how demoralized we are yet?

 

I buy a cat III ticket fairly often during the season when I need an extra. They usually ask if I want Fort or not (they don't voluntarily explain, but maybe if I looked confused they would).

What I think is overlooked is how hectic things get before the game. With lines minutes before the game, every customer is in a rush, so the box office personnel are probably feeling pretty pressured to process orders as fast as they can.

 

The fact that so many of you continue to post and vent means that you care A LOT about this club. That type of passion I can and will always work with.

 

That's precisely what I have been advocating for.

 

that is a logistical, and customer service error then

 

Thanks Marcus,
However, I would like to know a bit more about the circumstances of your hire because it can tell us more about where Revs HG is going right now. Did the Revs create a new position to solve existing problems, and therefore seek you out? Or did you conatct the Revs and inquire about a position?
Thanks again.

 

Done. I don't know how that even got there. It's been there since the new BigSoccer launched.

 

Thannnnnnnkkk you!!!!!!

 

The Fort and The Bunker?

Hmmm... I like it.

 

The Fort. The Bunker. The Morgue. hmmmmmm

 

Maybe The Fox Hole? Seems to be a good nickname for Gillette Stadium at large. They're both secluded places made for patriots and you're only stuck there if you don't really have another choice.

 

But where will the atheists sit??

 

Purgatory?

 

Is there a reason for passionate Rev fans that like to stand a chant to insult passionate Revs fans that would rather sit and intently watch the match? I don't ever, ever, ever want anyone to call the part of the stadium where the non Fort fans sit the Morgue again---PERIOD

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