Tafkat Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I see an half back on Twitter has said He's left KR. Wonder where he maybe heading! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tafkat Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 16 minutes ago, Tafkat said: I see an half back on Twitter has said He's left KR. Wonder where he maybe heading! And He's signed for Donny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow45 Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 48 minutes ago, Tafkat said: And He's signed for Donny. Shame as I thought the Knights would have been in for him. Maybe the Brough rumours are true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick the Miller Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 We have released a lot of good players and other clubs are spending a lot of money taking our ex players. I honestly believe we are going to sign some quality players better than those departed, otherwise why release people if you haven't got a better alternative. Hull connection probably took Liam to Donny. All the profile teams in League 1 are desperate to get promoted next year and some will end up financially embarrassed no doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weighman Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 L Harris has signed a 2 year deal at Doncaster. We have also signed Ross Osborne on a season long loan deal . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeb1 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Good luck to you, obviously disappointed to lose 2 very good players. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yck2017 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 ah well it was good while it lasted, new season a head will have to pick up the pieces and start again, lot of new faces to come in i hope ? so it will back to the drawing board anyway , did hope we could keep hold of Liam as i thought he and Connor were a good combination but not to be Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB Knight Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 A shame, but best of luck to him. However he said he wanted to stay full time, I wonder if Doncaster are somehow paying him full time wages? If so, it's a big risk? Also I wonder if he's been given a pathway to potentially get an opporunity at Hull FC in the future through Richard Horne's connection....can't fault him if so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Hall Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I've seen Doncaster are basically giving season tickets away next season n all. £30 if the sell 1000 or £60 if they dont. Depending on how many home games we have in this league next year it works out at about £2 a game. I'm all for clubs trying different strategies to get people to games but I'd be very worried if we were doing something like that. Crackers. http://www.alldesignandprint.co.uk Printing & Graphic Design with Nationwide Service Programmes | Leaflets | Cards | Banners & Flags | Letterheads | Tickets | Magazines | Folders | Brand Identity plus much more Official Matchday Programme Print & Design Partner to York City Knights, Heworth ARLFC, York Acorn RLFC & Hunslet RLFC Official Player Sponsor of Marcus Stock for the 2020 Season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB Knight Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 6 minutes ago, Simon Hall said: I've seen Doncaster are basically giving season tickets away next season n all. £30 if the sell 1000 or £60 if they dont. Depending on how many home games we have in this league next year it works out at about £2 a game. I'm all for clubs trying different strategies to get people to games but I'd be very worried if we were doing something like that. Crackers. They needed to try something but I never think devaluing your product is a good idea. Wakefield and Bradford have both tried it, I believe Huddersfield too. It works for a season but once the season ticket goes back up to full price, there's little increase in numbers. It does seem like Doncaster are going for a win or bust approach, fair play to them but I'm satisfied those running York City Knights wouldn't gamble with the club in that way. I remember arguing this point with a Wakefield fan, he was delighted as they were averaging something like 7K on the back of £50 season tickets, he was convinced when they went up to full price a lot of the new fans drawn by the £50 tickets would be willing to pay the standard £200 (ish). They weren't, crowds dipped and they went through some financial dificulties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AB Knight Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 They've also paid a fee for Liam Harris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEANO Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Donny are a disaster waiting to happen sometimes you have to take a step backwards to move forward Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow45 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 2 hours ago, Simon Hall said: I've seen Doncaster are basically giving season tickets away next season n all. £30 if the sell 1000 or £60 if they dont. Depending on how many home games we have in this league next year it works out at about £2 a game. I'm all for clubs trying different strategies to get people to games but I'd be very worried if we were doing something like that. Crackers. £60 only applies if they sell less than 500 adult/concession season tickets. If they sell between 500 - 749 season tickets, then the price is £50 If they sell between 749 - 999 season tickets, then the price is £40 If they sell more than 1000 season tickets, then the price is £30 They are also giving away the first 250 child season tickets for free, although that number may rise depending on demand. That's some offer, but one that may cause them issues unless Hull/A benefactor are putting money into the club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Hall Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 23 minutes ago, Shadow45 said: £60 only applies if they sell less than 500 adult/concession season tickets. If they sell between 500 - 749 season tickets, then the price is £50 If they sell between 749 - 999 season tickets, then the price is £40 If they sell more than 1000 season tickets, then the price is £30 They are also giving away the first 250 child season tickets for free, although that number may rise depending on demand. That's some offer, but one that may cause them issues unless Hull/A benefactor are putting money into the club. Basically, they're aiming for about £30k in season ticket sales. If they get on average of 100 extra fans a game paying to get in, their gate receipts and season ticket sales will be about £60k over a season. Bear in mind that figure also contains VAT so they'll get £50k for a seasons matches, plus RFL money & sponsorship. A large chunk of has gone on Liam Harris as well. Either they have someone stumping up the shortfall or they're on glue. http://www.alldesignandprint.co.uk Printing & Graphic Design with Nationwide Service Programmes | Leaflets | Cards | Banners & Flags | Letterheads | Tickets | Magazines | Folders | Brand Identity plus much more Official Matchday Programme Print & Design Partner to York City Knights, Heworth ARLFC, York Acorn RLFC & Hunslet RLFC Official Player Sponsor of Marcus Stock for the 2020 Season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weighman Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 Time will tell , the Dons do not have any creditors which is a plus . We had to do something to attract crowds , you guys have done brilliantly to get the crowds upto 1000. If we sell extra merchandising to go along with increased sponsorship we had on 2017. All we need is better performances on the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow45 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 3 minutes ago, weighman said: Time will tell , the Dons do not have any creditors which is a plus . We had to do something to attract crowds , you guys have done brilliantly to get the crowds upto 1000. If we sell extra merchandising to go along with increased sponsorship we had on 2017. All we need is better performances on the pitch. It's a gamble that will hopefully come up trumps for you . You'll try and make some extra money on pints, pies and merchandise Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Hall Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 SL clubs have tried similar and it didn't work, best of luck to Doncaster though. http://www.alldesignandprint.co.uk Printing & Graphic Design with Nationwide Service Programmes | Leaflets | Cards | Banners & Flags | Letterheads | Tickets | Magazines | Folders | Brand Identity plus much more Official Matchday Programme Print & Design Partner to York City Knights, Heworth ARLFC, York Acorn RLFC & Hunslet RLFC Official Player Sponsor of Marcus Stock for the 2020 Season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jemmo Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 The reasoning from the owners last night at the launch seemed to be that they're making enough from the commercial side of the club (ie sponsors, boxes, hospitality) to be self sufficient so the money they get from the gates is a bonus. They'd rather try and get 1000 through the gate for the same income as 500. As a Doncaster fan who has seen things explode I wouldn't be so bold to suggest this will be a success, rather I'll cross my fingers and hope Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shadow45 Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 28 minutes ago, Jemmo said: The reasoning from the owners last night at the launch seemed to be that they're making enough from the commercial side of the club (ie sponsors, boxes, hospitality) to be self sufficient so the money they get from the gates is a bonus. They'd rather try and get 1000 through the gate for the same income as 500. As a Doncaster fan who has seen things explode I wouldn't be so bold to suggest this will be a success, rather I'll cross my fingers and hope Working harder rather than smarter? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
This Sporting Strife Posted October 19, 2017 Share Posted October 19, 2017 I will miss Liam Harris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
georgeb1 Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Any news about rich Wilkinson after his travels, certainly had a lot of talent and pace could be a useful addition if available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mick the Miller Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Hopefully we have an experienced half back in mind having not signed Harris. I don't understand Fordy's comment about going behind the back of Hull KR either. If he was available then why not put in an offer? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Got to agree with MIck why didn't we put a bid in for Harris and signed him on a long term contract? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gav Wilson Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 27 minutes ago, paul said: Got to agree with MIck why didn't we put a bid in for Harris and signed him on a long term contract? Maybe the club thought he wasn't worth the transfer fee and that there are possibly better options available to them? @GavWilson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DEANO Posted October 20, 2017 Share Posted October 20, 2017 Ooh do tell gav sometimes you have to take a step backwards to move forward Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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