[19:34] *** Colin-Chapman changes topic to 'Online Forum: Mike Price, NRFC Secretary 5th February, 8pm-9pm' [19:41] <@Colin-Chapman> test [19:45] *** neef_supporter (neef_suppo@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [19:46] *** testman (testman@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:46] *** Guest7 (Guest@host217-34-51-11.in-addr.btopenworld.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:46] *** Guest7 (Guest@host217-34-51-11.in-addr.btopenworld.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [19:46] *** testman (testman@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [19:46] *** ShaggyJoe (ShaggyJoe@host217-34-51-11.in-addr.btopenworld.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:47] Hello? Anyone there yet? [19:47] <@Colin-Chapman> Forum will start @ 8 [19:49] *** dai_black (dai_black@pc1-neat3-0-cust149.swa.cable.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:51] *** Karra (Karra@m414-mp1-cvx1b.bri.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:53] Okay cheers. How do we go about asking questions? [19:53] *** test (test@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:53] test [19:54] And will we be able to get a transcript? [19:54] *** Guest2 (~Guest@213.122.22.168) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:54] *** test is now known as Guest61762 [19:54] <@Colin-Chapman> maybe [19:55] Just that I know someone who can't make it on tonight. [19:55] *** Guest2 is now known as Guest00119 [19:56] *** Guest1 (Guest@ACBD3697.ipt.aol.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:56] *** Guest61762 (test@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [19:56] *** Guest1 (Guest@ACBD3697.ipt.aol.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [19:57] *** JohnW1 (JohnW@ACBD3697.ipt.aol.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:58] Big up to Mike for agreeing to do this [19:59] *** NeathKid (NeathKid@pc1-neat3-0-cust50.swa.cable.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:59] alrite everyone [19:59] Aye [19:59] *** Mike_Price (Mike_Price@m251-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [19:59] is might on [20:00] is mike on i mean [20:00] Might? You mean Mike? He's just entered [20:00] Mike is now ready to answer your questions. Not all at once :) [20:00] are we haveing a new stand [20:00] First up -- how close are we to being rid og the WRU? [20:00] Mike - what as you see will be the structure of the welsh club game for next season and more importantly will Neath RFC feature at the top of the Welsh game for the forseeable future [20:00] As our owners, I mean [20:01] so can i ask a question [20:02] neathkid- Exploring the possibility of a new structure on the cricket field side, more discussions in progress with various authorities etc. [20:02] 12,000 seater? [20:02] if we do have a new how big will it be [20:03] is it cool that will be good for neath [20:03] Without cricket could turn the pitch 90 degrees? [20:03] *** al2 (~al@62.253.85.38) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:04] *** jonesy (jonesy@user156037.dial.netline.net.uk) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:04] hello [20:04] *** al2 is now known as Guest05352 [20:05] dai-black-from the press you will realise that we in Neath have no time whatsoever for the gang of 6, 8 was a figure mentioned but we could end up with as many an 9, 10 or even 12 clubs. whatever the number Neath will be there in the top tier [20:05] *** Dazzler (Dazzler@modem-140-65-60-62.vip.uk.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:05] good [20:05] hold questions for us to catch up [20:05] *** ChrisR (ChrisR@m407-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:05] But who will be owning us Mike? [20:05] Sorry [20:06] shaggyjoe- we are looking at 1300 extra seats, still a lot to be sorted - finance, planning etc. [20:06] colin will we be doing this every week [20:07] So was the quote in the press about 12,00 way off beam? [20:07] 12,000. D'oh [20:07] john w1- our plans will not affect the cricket club's operation [20:07] how through [20:07] what was your question shaggyjoe didn't get it [20:08] there's news today of the welsh/scottish league being axed at the end of the season because the scottish clubs can't afford to travel all the time. do you think this is a good idea? [20:08] if we do biuld a stand will it be ready by next season [20:08] neathkid - not every week but more often than previous if popular [20:09] Not being funny chaps, but can we ask Mike questions about Neath -- all the 'structure' questions are imponderables really. Fundamentally, when is Neath's ownership likely to change? [20:09] And how many players are out of contract at the end of the season [20:09] 12,000 was not one of my quotes, if it appeared anywhere it is off beam because there is not a club stand in wales capable of 12,000 [20:10] It was in the SWEP. I thought it was odd [20:10] HOw many people will this new stand accomadate? [20:10] I have to go soon - will a transcript be available? [20:10] will the gnoll be 12,000 all together [20:10] 1,300. Keep up [20:11] So the capacity of the ground will not increase by much then? [20:11] are takeover talks back on Mike? [20:11] That's the spirit Jonesy [20:12] karra- It's always nice to play sides from beyond our borders. The fact is when the Scots joined the welsh league, we were promised sponsorship which has not materialised and there are huge costs involved in such trips. We will still see the scots in the Celtic League [20:12] *** PG (PG@213.1.102.47) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:12] wait with your questions please [20:12] Are you ignoring the ownership question? I understand why, but are you? [20:12] *** Nigel (Nigel@213.122.57.202) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:12] Oops. Sorry. I'll shut up for a bit [20:13] mike u better tell us when we can write questoions when u got through with the ones u got we now when to ask then [20:14] *** Guest88202 (dragons@cvg-65-27-221-40.cinci.rr.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:14] *** Guest88202 (dragons@cvg-65-27-221-40.cinci.rr.com) has left #neathrfcforum [20:14] *** PG is now known as Guest80439 [20:15] shaggyjoe- latest on ownership, I believe the deal between the WRU and the Old Committee is nearly finalised. After that we will press on quickly to get a local share issue done. The WRU hold 51% shares in TWO of the GANG OF SIX, so we are as every bit independent as they are! [20:15] Got to go - Thanks and Bye (PS Colin don't forget the transcript on the site?) [20:15] *** JohnW1 (JohnW@ACBD3697.ipt.aol.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:15] what role will the supporters trust play in Neath RFC and is it likely to take effect before the start of next season [20:15] Which two Mike -- the turks and the jacks? [20:16] tell us mike [20:16] which 2 clubs [20:16] *** Cad_Boy (~Cad_Boy@modem-58.ballistic.dialup.pol.co.uk) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:16] neath kid- If we build a stand, our target date is NEXT season [20:16] nice one [20:17] are you confident about the clubs status in the top division? [20:17] mike, so the rumors that neath are biulding a new stand for next season are true [20:17] think the 51% owned are turks and ponty as they have had matched funding [20:17] radu we already ask that question [20:17] At least if there is a permanent stand on the cricket side the ground will look more like a proper stadium! [20:18] hold questions for us to answer previous ones :) [20:19] dai-black - refer to ownership question - already dealt wih [20:19] *** Cad_Boy1 (~Cad_Boy@modem-1092.arbok.dialup.pol.co.uk) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:20] *** Neath_Fan (Neath_Fan@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:21] *** Cad_Boy (~Cad_Boy@modem-58.ballistic.dialup.pol.co.uk) Quit (Ping timeout) [20:21] hello mike [20:22] neathkid- Internal affairs of the clubs are their own concern, not really ours but I am fed up with the holier than thou attitude which prevails in some places. It would be fair to say that all Premier Clubs have been indebted to the WRU for assistance be it financial, placement of players at favouable rates ETC! [20:22] is it true that Neath could be having a new stadium? lol [20:22] Will we retain all our Wales squad players at the end of the season? [20:23] Neath_Fan scroll up! [20:23] jonesey- absolutely confident. Neath has always been at the top of welsh rugby [20:23] for the cup game against ebbw vale, do u hav to buy tickets now or can buy them from ebbw on the day o the match? [20:23] how can i scroll up when i just came on you div [20:23] FFS Cad-Boy, ask someone else -- Mike can answer the big questions! [20:24] who are u joe [20:24] shaggyjoe-yes [20:24] *** Neath_Fan (Neath_Fan@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:24] Excewllent! Duncan definitely at the Gnoll next year [20:25] *** jetlag1 (jetlag@m495-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:25] cadboy- stand tickets available from club office next week, you can still pay at the gate ?? [20:25] thanks [20:25] d u now wot price it will be at the moment [20:25] next question :) [20:25] are u open to new questions now? [20:25] *** Cad_is_!"£$ (Cad_is_Cra@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:25] Mike - Please explain how a "golden share" held by the union in a share issue would work ? P.S. Have you tried the sausage today? [20:26] neath kid - look on our website for prices :) [20:26] thanks [20:27] Is Lyn staying at the Gnoll for forseeable future? [20:27] mike = are we having a 12,000 all seater stadium or is it just another rumour? [20:27] open 2 questions [20:27] will new investment be in place for the start of next season [20:28] *** Guest7 (Guest@ch8as07-71-162-150.cw-visp.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:28] *** Guest80439 (PG@213.1.102.47) Quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) [20:28] i really hope we batter bridgend on saturday [20:28] yea [20:28] *** PG (PG@213.1.102.47) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:28] is there any injuries mike [20:29] i think everyone does!!!! [20:29] *** Guest7 is now known as Guest16472 [20:29] nigel - effectively the WRU would hold 51% (as per other clubs) 49% would be owned by "normal shareholders" The WRU would only exercise their 51% if we were to do something fundamentally opposed to Union Policy like going to play in England for a year [20:30] *** PG is now known as Guest80930 [20:31] *** Guest16472 (Guest@ch8as07-71-162-150.cw-visp.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:31] is there a consortium in the wings ready to take over the club? [20:31] *** Dazzler (Dazzler@modem-140-65-60-62.vip.uk.com) Quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) [20:31] If Lyn was offered the job as Wales coach, would he take it? [20:31] neathkid- clean bill of health after the weekend internationals, incidentally we had 13 players involved at senior, A and U21 squads - another one for those who want to get rid of us to ponder over... [20:32] Thanks Mike, see you Thursday! [20:32] but 13 people in the senior shows how good our players are [20:32] i think the wru should only be allowed to own 50% of a club although that would mean less money it would also mean the WRU could not close the club down or make big decisions with out consolting the normal shareholders [20:32] dai-black - not as far as I am aware, would you like to form one? [20:33] *** peter_thomas (peter_thom@dialup.62-172-22-93.tesco.net) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:33] when does James Story qualify on residency [20:33] wish i could [20:34] May [20:34] *** DAFYDD (DAFYDD@ACBF0E63.ipt.aol.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:34] Where is Cadoxton? [20:34] helo [20:35] karra- Ask Lyn yourself when you get a chance :) but the club wouldn't hold back any coach. In the past Ron Waldron, Kevin Bowring, Dai Pickering, all NEATH boys, have moved up to the national team. The more All Blacks in the system the better! [20:35] *** DAFYDD (DAFYDD@ACBF0E63.ipt.aol.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:35] too right mike [20:35] any animals in the forum tonight? [20:36] Mike r there any star players that the club will be trying to sign for next season if we qualify for the HC? [20:37] probadly not because we are spending lots of money on the new stand [20:37] would we need any new players? [20:37] yes [20:37] *** Guest8 (Guest@213.105.233.122) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:37] we need a full back, wing!! [20:38] We would if we wanted to do well in the HC. Strength in depth I mean! [20:38] second row [20:38] cadboy1-having been closely involved in meetings with the WRU it is certainly not their intention to close down Neath RFC, or any other club. [20:38] *** Guest8 (Guest@213.105.233.122) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:38] *** Guest05352 (~al@62.253.85.38) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:39] *** Guest8 (Guest8@m378-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:39] *** Guest8 (Guest8@m378-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:39] thanks mike [20:40] Has the club secured the long term futures of the star U21 front row [20:40] *** Barny (Barny@m378-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:40] *** NeathNeathNeathNet (NeathNeath@host213-1-26-179.webport.bt.net) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:40] *** Cad_is_!"£$ (Cad_is_Cra@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:41] *** Cadoxton_is_!"£$% (Cadoxton_i@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:41] chrisR- going back to the 1980s when team management principles were first applied to Neath, Brian, Ron and Glen always made sure that ther was a gradual turnover of players to prevent staleness and to encourage new talent. We are always looking to improve the squad and the ideas we have for funding the stand mean that this will not affect our ability to recruit [20:41] When Allan Bateman retires, is there going to be a coaching role for him at the Gnoll? [20:41] *** Barny is now known as Guest68783 [20:42] i heared he will become a doctor afterwards full time [20:42] sounds like a good balance Mike. [20:43] what will be the new capacity when the new stand is built? [20:43] daiblack- All 3 players are on senior contracts with the club [20:43] approx [20:43] next season hopefully [20:43] 100,000 [20:43] i wish [20:43] lol [20:44] hello mike did you see my question? [20:44] Allan Bateman (backs) and Lyn(forwards) - this would be one hell of a coaching setup. [20:46] Allan has improved James' game so it could work for others as well!! [20:46] what about his own game? [20:46] karra- I'm sure if Allan wishes to get involved in coaching we will give him a crack. Gareth Llewellyn is keen to coach and after the marvellous job Rowland has done with the U21s it would be great to establish a real Coaching Dynasty at THE GNOLL! [20:46] *** Guest68783 (Barny@m378-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:47] mike you are a VERY slow typer [20:47] *** DAZZLER (DAZZLER@modem-106-90-60-62.vip.uk.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:47] *** ShaggyJoe (ShaggyJoe@host217-34-51-11.in-addr.btopenworld.com) Quit (Ping timeout) [20:47] *** Cadoxton_is_!"£$% (Cadoxton_i@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:48] *** Radu (Radu@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:48] *** DAZZLER (DAZZLER@modem-106-90-60-62.vip.uk.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:48] cadoxton- with extra seating, we'd like to get 10,000 [20:48] cool thanks [20:48] *** Cad_Boy1 (~Cad_Boy@modem-1092.arbok.dialup.pol.co.uk) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:48] we could fill it easy as well [20:48] cadoxton - Colin is a one finger typist [20:49] ok [20:49] hello pietro [20:49] If we get into the HC and do well 10,000 crowds would be no problem. [20:49] We pull in the biggest crowds now out of all the Welsh clubs so the extra seating would be a bonus!!!! [20:49] will the new stand have a roof? [20:50] Mike, The residents near the ground havn't been exactly "helpful" in the past, do you see this as a problem for the planned developements? [20:50] they can p*** off [20:50] radu-yes - A roof is essential particularly in weather like last week [20:51] Karra - I think Newport are ahead there. [20:51] the cricket board will be the hardest to persuade [20:51] *** NeathNeathNeathNet (NeathNeath@host213-1-26-179.webport.bt.net) Quit (Ping timeout) [20:51] IUs the Ebbw Vale game on a saturday afternoon? [20:52] But they have a millionaire behind them to attract the people!! We don't and still manage to get a good crowd!!! [20:52] *** Nigel (Nigel@213.122.57.202) Quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) [20:52] *** Nigel (Nigel@213.122.57.202) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:52] how many buses going to ebbw vale in a couple of weeks time? [20:52] If the cricket board do kick up a fuss then it must be sour grapes. Come on who the hell goes to watch Neath cricket in the summer - one man and his dog! [20:52] *** Nigel (Nigel@213.122.57.202) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:52] i hope so [20:52] nigel- I'm told a Mr Gunter of Leonard Street is buying up all the properties around The Gnoll and with his Saudi connections he will be a wonderful benefactor to the club. The Sam Hammam of Neath RFC [20:53] i love saudi's!!! [20:53] i think more people rather have a new stand than a cricket pitch [20:53] Neath is a rugby town not a cricket town!!! [20:53] right [20:53] good point [20:54] The cricket pitch would make a handy carpark. [20:54] does any of u go and watch cricket [20:54] mike just because Neath are building a new stand i hope it doesnt mean the season ticket prices have to go up!! [20:54] good point [20:54] No- I'd rather watch paint dry! [20:54] *** NeathNeathNeathNet (NeathNeath@host213-1-26-179.webport.bt.net) has joined #neathrfcforum [20:54] thanks pete [20:54] jonesey- Ebbw Vale game is 2,30 KO, TV looking for shocks on BBC2 - Ponty V Swansea, and S4C Aberavon V Cardiff [20:55] will the prices go up if we have a new stand [20:55] ponty beating swansea wont be too much of a shock and i would if i was a betting man to place a bet on aberavon beating cardiff!! [20:56] cardiff will kill them [20:56] you never know [20:56] the cup has always been known for SHOCKS!! [20:56] neathkid- undecided as yet, maybe a small increase [20:56] *** peter_thomas (peter_thom@dialup.62-172-22-93.tesco.net) Quit (Ping timeout) [20:56] how much [20:56] pls not too much [20:57] Mike - I know a number of questions have been asked, but have you any more info about the club that you would like to get off your chest? [20:57] i will pay £40 maximum for a season ticket and if its higher than that i wont buy one [20:57] £30 for me this year and i am not paying over £40 [20:57] Is Neath RFC on course to break even this year [20:58] myself and pete have a little secret anyway about Neath RFC lol [20:58] but my ticket we supposed to be £40 but i had it cheaper but i sent it early so £50 max [20:58] right [20:59] *** jonesy (jonesy@user156037.dial.netline.net.uk) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [20:59] dai-black - yes, latest figures suggest we will break even, as long as we get support from the gates over the rest of the season. If we have a Cup Run, like last year, we may even make a profit. Rare indeed in Welsh Rugby Circles :) [20:59] colin u havent been saying anything [21:00] NO MORE QUESTIONS PLEASE [21:00] k [21:00] NeathKid - Cos I'm busy typing the answers :) [21:00] have we finished [21:00] i now [21:00] *** Guest80930 (PG@213.1.102.47) Quit (Read error: Connection reset by peer) [21:00] thank mike for answering our questions [21:01] thanks mike [21:01] *** PG (PG@213.1.102.47) has joined #neathrfcforum [21:01] i reckon all away fans that visit the gnoll should be sent to the stand where you have to stand up and has no roof [21:01] hehe [21:02] lol [21:02] I would like to thank you all for attending tonight's forum. Keep supporting the Blacks. We are the BEST! - DON'T FORGET 5.30pm SATURDAY NEATH V BRIDGEND [21:02] chuck them down there do it to the bridgend fans on saturday [21:02] we wont forget [21:02] yea good one [21:02] *** PG is now known as Guest15150 [21:02] HOW MANY BRIDGE FANS CAN YOU FIT INTO A FORD FIESTA?? ALL OF THEM!! [21:03] lol [21:03] true [21:03] i really hate them as they are arrogant [21:03] <@Colin-Chapman> FORUM NOW CLOSING DOWN, thanks for attending :) [21:03] bye [21:03] bye [21:03] cheers [21:03] thanks [21:03] Thanks for the forum Mike - visit www.neathneathneath.net! [21:03] bye [21:03] say hi to roy evans the grondsman my uncle [21:04] are we doing this again [21:04] *** Guest00119 (~Guest@213.122.22.168) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:04] because it was good [21:04] hope so [21:04] and we have a say [21:04] can we have a player? [21:04] dave teuiti lol [21:04] lol [21:04] lol [21:04] best player in our team [21:04] lol [21:05] *** Radu (Radu@m573-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:05] *** ChrisR (ChrisR@m407-mp1-cvx1c.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:06] thanks again but will we do this again [21:07] *** Karra (Karra@m414-mp1-cvx1b.bri.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:07] *** NeathKid (NeathKid@pc1-neat3-0-cust50.swa.cable.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:07] *** jetlag1 (jetlag@m495-mp1-cvx1b.swa.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:07] *** NeathNeathNeathNet (NeathNeath@host213-1-26-179.webport.bt.net) Quit (Quit: Leaving) [21:08] *** dai_black (dai_black@pc1-neat3-0-cust149.swa.cable.ntl.com) Quit (Quit: Leaving)