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AL-MO
07-24-2009, 02:19 PM
We(well technically it was U-Sector...) encouraged everyone to bring flags for the MTL game earlier this year. It looked great, but we are going to do something different for the Puerto Rico game.

STREAMERS!

I know what you are thinking....Streamers on corners were season one stuff. But this time its going to be different....

Red and White Streamers after the Canadian anthem!

So pay your local dollar store a visit this weekend and grab a bunch! (A BAG FULL) Give them out to the people around you and tell them when we are all throwing them!

kodiakTFC
07-24-2009, 02:21 PM
love it.

ilikemusic
07-24-2009, 02:31 PM
If the wind is right, people should just unravel a streamer but hold on to the end and just let it dance around in the wind. It looks really cool. Anytime I see someone doing it I think of how cool it would look if everyone had a red, orange or yellow streamer and just held on to them while they twisted in the wind. I've always figured it would look like a fire dancing in the wind.

/my2cents

AL-MO
07-24-2009, 02:33 PM
Nice idea!

But that would kill the whole 'shower' element of the streamers. (which is what we are trying to do)

__wowza
07-24-2009, 02:37 PM
i might be sitting in the upper level, so i'll try and pick up enough to distribute to everyone sitting across. anyone good with math who wants to figure out how much thatd cost?

Ageroo
07-24-2009, 02:41 PM
Empty out the dollar store boys and girls......and make sure to bring your cameras to capture it....hopefully we can get a lot of people on board and bringing lots to distribute.

AL-MO
07-24-2009, 02:41 PM
across the upper west stand? Probably a few hundred dollars I would think.

Jay P
07-24-2009, 02:50 PM
coool

Belfast_Boy
07-24-2009, 03:07 PM
cool I'm in. will bring a bunch for 127.

Jeffro
07-24-2009, 03:13 PM
I'll bring some for 118, although I bet every dollar store in Toronto will be sold out pretty quick :D

AL-MO
07-25-2009, 09:11 AM
bump

Cristiano14
07-25-2009, 09:16 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AInR7EZ-zo
Something like this?:scarf:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AInR7EZ-zo

AL-MO
07-25-2009, 09:17 AM
8AInR7EZ-zo
Something like this?

That is the idea. Although we don't have the numbers to make it look quite like that!

Cristiano14
07-25-2009, 09:18 AM
^thnks

FluSH
07-25-2009, 09:22 AM
I everyone in picks up 10 streamers we should be good... 113 - 118 we need YOU!

Brooker
07-25-2009, 09:24 AM
done & done

Bobo
07-25-2009, 09:27 AM
cool I'm in. will bring a bunch for 127.

So NEE are on board too? Sitting there for the game, but don't want to be one of the only ones.

InDa_110
07-25-2009, 09:31 AM
Has anyone thought of sending an e-mail out to all members and registered users, sort of like the e-mail to bring the newspaper to columbus?

AL-MO
07-25-2009, 09:33 AM
So NEE are on board too? Sitting there for the game, but don't want to be one of the only ones.

No idea if they are or not.

RedsYNWA
07-25-2009, 09:48 AM
Just purchased 50 of them

Raging Reggie
07-25-2009, 09:54 AM
just bring em bobo, i cant there being a problem

C.Ronaldo
07-25-2009, 10:14 AM
ill bring a few for 120

rocker
07-25-2009, 10:17 AM
i'll bring the piss bags to toss at PR.

LVD07
07-25-2009, 11:01 AM
A streamer shower, that would be cool. I am sitting in the newly created sections (131,132,133), so I guess I will buy a bunch for those sittting around me.

nascarguy
07-25-2009, 11:35 AM
people that are in the non supporter sec may have trouble bring them in at some gates

nascarguy
07-25-2009, 11:39 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AInR7EZ-zo
Something like this?:scarf:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AInR7EZ-zo

for that we would need tfc fo to help with

ochos
07-25-2009, 11:41 AM
just remember.. a lot of idiots will be wanting to throw beer after a display like this.

Maybe we should follow it up with a "beer's for drinking, not for throwing!"

??

nascarguy
07-25-2009, 11:53 AM
if i had the money to spend i would go clean out all the dollar store in my area

AL-MO
07-25-2009, 12:02 PM
just remember.. a lot of idiots will be wanting to throw beer after a display like this.

Maybe we should follow it up with a "beer's for drinking, not for throwing!"

??

I don't think they'll be drunk enough yet Ochos. I see your point, but this is right at the beginning of the game.

Yohan
07-25-2009, 12:05 PM
anyone who throws a beer should face 'Crossing the Desert' and 'Paddling of the Swollen Ass'

FluSH
07-25-2009, 12:05 PM
just remember.. a lot of idiots will be wanting to throw beer after a display like this.

Maybe we should follow it up with a "beer's for drinking, not for throwing!"

??


I concur with ALMO

nascarguy
07-25-2009, 12:06 PM
and the game is on a work day

AL-MO
07-25-2009, 12:14 PM
and the game is on a work day

I don't think that matters Nascar.

You should have seen the drunken asshats after the MTL game. It was like dealing with children trying to fold up our big banner.

BosakWBC
07-25-2009, 12:20 PM
for that we would need tfc fo to help with

Why not raid your workplace shredders and get garbage bags full of confetti and spread it all over the stadium. You get a lot of confetti from those things.

TheKing7
07-25-2009, 12:45 PM
i can grab some for 120

SilverSamurai
07-25-2009, 12:53 PM
I'll try to get some for me and my friends in 118.
Hopefully this will look awesome on tv.

Cas87
07-25-2009, 03:26 PM
I'll be throwing some from 220 with my dad

james
07-25-2009, 03:31 PM
hey nice, i made a comment like a month ago we should get loads of streamers or flags or banners for the Puerto Rico Game, so im forsure down. Ill buy as many as i can!:scarf::flare::drum::drinking:

james
07-25-2009, 03:40 PM
just remember.. a lot of idiots will be wanting to throw beer after a display like this.

Maybe we should follow it up with a "beer's for drinking, not for throwing!"

??

dont think anyone will throw there beer jsut minutes after buying one for $14, and also before the game even starts.

Besides if we are gonna do a cool streamer display then we got to follow up with a TO chant or something, not some stupid chant about beer.

Brooker
07-25-2009, 04:41 PM
i don't have any streamers lying around but i do have a lot of dead batteries.

cool?

Pookie
07-25-2009, 06:23 PM
Has anyone in a non-supporter section contacted the FO about permission to bring 'em in and throw after the anthem?

FluSH
07-26-2009, 09:38 AM
Has anyone in a non-supporter section contacted the FO about permission to bring 'em in and throw after the anthem?

I'm pretty sure the answer will be NO

peterboroughtfcfan
07-26-2009, 09:44 AM
I'm usually in 118, but I got stuck with 104 for that game. I've heard horror stories about the security up there this season. Any idea if they'll crack down on streamers for this game?

Erkan16
07-26-2009, 10:15 AM
That is the idea. Although we don't have the numbers to make it look quite like that!

i remember watching that game live with my family... very great stuff.

Cas87
07-26-2009, 10:59 PM
bump...
this is a great idea, and everyone needs to get up for the BIGGEST GAME IN TFC HISTORY!!!

s2cazz
07-26-2009, 11:03 PM
bump...
this is a great idea, and everyone needs to get up for the BIGGEST GAME IN TFC HISTORY!!!
The Second biggest as of our schedule right now... the biggest will be the Puerto Rico Away game... regardless of the outcome on Wed.

westrouge
07-26-2009, 11:40 PM
I'll get a bunch too for my area in 111.

__wowza
07-27-2009, 08:28 AM
okay, so my idea has evolved cause we're sitting in the upper deck.
i'm thinking: i'm picking up enough streamers for the entire first row of the upper deck, and then at a certain point everyone bombs them down. i'd say when we net one in. any ideas as to when that should be/how much itd cost?

how many seats are there in the front row?

phonzo
07-27-2009, 08:43 AM
okay, so my idea has evolved cause we're sitting in the upper deck.
i'm thinking: i'm picking up enough streamers for the entire first row of the upper deck, and then at a certain point everyone bombs them down. i'd say when we net one in. any ideas as to when that should be/how much itd cost?

how many seats are there in the front row?

it would be best if you did this at the same time that the majority of folk will and that is just after the canadian anthem. AL-MO correct me if I'm wrong on that one.

In terms of quantity...4 each should do - I would think. That's 2.30 a seat.

SQUIRREL
07-27-2009, 08:52 AM
I'm getting all psyched about this game. I think we should have a raucous crowd for it. I'm buying a backpack of Red and White streamers, dressing in a getup and painting my face like the devil to get my section in the spirit of things. I hope the end of the anthem streamer show works.

FluSH
07-27-2009, 09:09 AM
it would be best if you did this at the same time that the majority of folk will and that is just after the canadian anthem. AL-MO correct me if I'm wrong on that one.

In terms of quantity...4 each should do - I would think. That's 2.30 a seat.

After the Canadian Anthem indeed...

phonzo
07-27-2009, 10:00 AM
I'm getting all psyched about this game. I think we should have a raucous crowd for it. I'm buying a backpack of Red and White streamers, dressing in a getup and painting my face like the devil to get my section in the spirit of things. I hope the end of the anthem streamer show works.

no hoping it WILL work :scarf:

Daveisonfire
07-27-2009, 10:04 AM
I've been wanting this to happen for a long time now...now hopefully I get work off and get a ticket so I can be a part of it!

Roogsy
07-27-2009, 10:08 AM
Man, I gotta rememeber to go to the dollar store tonight and pick up my stash of streamers.

__wowza
07-27-2009, 10:50 AM
it would be best if you did this at the same time that the majority of folk will and that is just after the canadian anthem. AL-MO correct me if I'm wrong on that one.

In terms of quantity...4 each should do - I would think. That's 2.30 a seat.

hahahaa. seeing as how it's coming out of my pocket, i'm more than content with everyone in the first row at the front just getting one a piece.

still, anyone know just how many seats across the first row of the upper shelf goes? or who i can email to ask?

FluSH
07-27-2009, 10:51 AM
We need to make sure the TOP of sections 110 / 111 / 112 / 113 etc... are well equipped.

TFC Bhoy
07-27-2009, 10:53 AM
I'll be bringing some for me and some others around me in Sect 117. Can't wait to see what this looks like!

__wowza
07-27-2009, 11:22 AM
i know, we've already got a thread devoted to this topic that i've posted in, but there's a variation to this one. if you could leave it up until wednesday, that'd be greatly appreciated.

the plan: to follow the original plan to toss out streamers at the end of "O Canada!".

the twist: to have everyone in the first row of the upper west side section (the 200's) bomb them at the same time with everyone else.

the issues:
1. i don't know how many streamers to get
2. i don't know how to get all of the streamers in
3. i don't want to get booted from the game for organizing this in a non-supporters section

so, any help i can get with any of the issues would be greatly appreciated. namely how many seats i'd be picking up the streamers for, or an email that i could use to contact someone from BMO about this. is it a good idea to let them know ahead of time? will that make things worse? i've got a lot of questions but no one to direct em to, so thoughts from the board would be greatly appreciated. also if i could distribute some pre-game amongst some willing RPB's to help me bring them in (i highly doubt theyd let a non-supporter section spectator walk in with a garbage bag full o' streamers).

mainly, i just think it'd be damn cool, in addition to the corners raining streamers, to litterally see a red/white streamer coming from every section in the top row would be awesome. so any help to make this happen would rule.

cheers!

Bobo
07-27-2009, 11:32 AM
Not affecting play, so I don't see a problem. Good idea.

MG42
07-27-2009, 11:35 AM
Getting the upper deck involved in this is the key IMO. Anything else will be cool, but the upper deck raining streamers down would be the icing on the cake. And the players will notice it becaue they are facing the west stands anyway.

http://www.eventinventory.com/EIBOVenueMap.cfm?eid=12613&vid=4906

So it looks like there are 9 upper deck sections...but I have no idea how many seats?

Pookie
07-27-2009, 11:36 AM
I'm pretty sure the answer will be NO

So, I called the FO to ask about streamers in non supporter sections.

The word is that there should be no problem. Apparently, there is a planning meeting with CONCACAF officials set for tomorrow night but the FO felt that if there was to be an issue with streamers, it would have come up prior to this.

Not to say that that it is set in stone but as of now... all signs point to throw!

So, to those in non supporter sections... including the 200 level... let 'em fly.

__wowza
07-27-2009, 11:38 AM
yeah, the number of seats are key to the order, i want total domination from the upper deck. not just a few people throwing out the odd streamer or two.

Nodoubtguy
07-27-2009, 11:40 AM
How would you assure that everyone knows only to throw the streamers after the anthem??

__wowza
07-27-2009, 11:45 AM
How would you assure that everyone knows only to throw the streamers after the anthem??

im making up tags to tape on em, they give detailed instructions to wait until after the anthem and when "the charge" is sounded, which is going to be three friends and I blaring plastic horns. i hate the sound of em, but they carry well enough. either that or the visual cue from the RPB, but i don't know whether or not fans up there will know where it would be if i said "section ___ - ___". even saying the eastern corner of the field would be too vague.

Cas87
07-27-2009, 11:49 AM
this is just a guess but I say 20-25 seats in sections 220-226
and 10-15 in sections 219 and 227
get that and probably be enough

also,
I am not in the front row but in 220 I'll be throwing either way

lips
07-27-2009, 11:53 AM
I will be seating in 222 for this game I am willing to handout the streamers and give instructions on when to throw them that is if I can get them in.

Pookie
07-27-2009, 11:57 AM
I called the FO and as of right now, there is NO ISSUE with anyone throwing streamers after the anthem. That includes those of us stuck in the 200 level for the game.

There is a CONCACAF planning meeting tomorrow but streamers haven't been raised as an issue.

As of right now, all signs point to THROW!

Cas87
07-27-2009, 11:59 AM
^
did they say they'd notify us if it does become an issue tmr?

MG42
07-27-2009, 12:00 PM
I called the FO and as of right now, there is NO ISSUE with anyone throwing streamers after the anthem. That includes those of us stuck in the 200 level for the game.

There is a CONCACAF planning meeting tomorrow but streamers haven't been raised as an issue.

As of right now, all signs point to THROW!

That is awesome...I hope that Security will let you in with them even if you are not in a supporters section...has anyone tried to contact mlsintoronto or anyone?

AL-MO
07-27-2009, 12:01 PM
I am speaking with the club this afternoon. If it is an issue I will post on here. Given what Pookie said, I don't anticipate a problem.

Pookie answer your PM's :D

Pookie
07-27-2009, 12:04 PM
^ just did :)

The woman I talked to was aware that there are plans in place for a tifo and I imagine that if there is a change in heart that they would get the communication out to SGs.

You'd also find out pretty quickly at the gates as they would not allow them in if CONCACAF banned them.

She didn't expect it to be an issue as it didn't interfere with the match as planned.

Krasno.pL.
07-27-2009, 12:06 PM
Im sure the FO could help out somewhat... dont they have those streamer blowers around? or do they rent those.. lol.. u guys should ask em about it

__wowza
07-27-2009, 12:47 PM
they have the confetti machines, but those are set up behind our goal and are used during the game when we net one.

FluSH
07-27-2009, 12:59 PM
So, I called the FO to ask about streamers in non supporter sections.

The word is that there should be no problem. Apparently, there is a planning meeting with CONCACAF officials set for tomorrow night but the FO felt that if there was to be an issue with streamers, it would have come up prior to this.

Not to say that that it is set in stone but as of now... all signs point to throw!

So, to those in non supporter sections... including the 200 level... let 'em fly.

Well then... bring them on! I hope the yellow jackets are also notified of the above...

FluSH
07-27-2009, 01:00 PM
wowza are you planning to finance the entire first row of the west stand youself? I suggest you get in touch with AL-MO via pm's....

__wowza
07-27-2009, 01:09 PM
i was just planning on picking up the tab for the first row of the 200's, and pardon my n00b-ness to this, but why am i PMing al-mo?

SQUIRREL
07-27-2009, 01:13 PM
We need to make sure the TOP of sections 110 / 111 / 112 / 113 etc... are well equipped.


Don't forget about Sec 109. We aren't a supporters section but I'll be bringing a bunch of streamers and handing them out...soooo Section 109 WILL be involved.

SQUIRREL
07-27-2009, 01:14 PM
:flare:so there is potential for 5 sections to be involved. good times:flare:

AL-MO
07-27-2009, 01:22 PM
Don't worry about PMing me Wowza....:)

I am the one organizing the rest of the streamers for Wednesday.

rocktml
07-27-2009, 01:24 PM
This has to be a go! Would be just classic!

FluSH
07-27-2009, 01:24 PM
i was just planning on picking up the tab for the first row of the 200's, and pardon my n00b-ness to this, but why am i PMing al-mo?

He's the head guy of our banners team... we've managed to secure approx 800 streamers for 111/112. (we still need more in certain areas)

Depending on how many you need I'm not sure that you will be able to get all of them at one store...

Also, ALMO will be keeping a list of who/sections will be bringing streamers to have a better idea of what areas are in need and what areas aren't... Although the original plans of the streamer shower did not include the west side stands... if you are planning on pikcing up the tab this could be achieved on a greater scale.

(edit I'm going to merge your thread because one like this can be started for every section)

__wowza
07-27-2009, 01:27 PM
alright, PM on it's way.
hopefully he check em often.

AL-MO
07-27-2009, 01:42 PM
Just an FYI there will be no anthems, so we have to figure out another time to throw these. I am in contact with the club and will find out what the 'routine' is before the match starts.

*For now I am am going to close this thread, and open up a new one when I get the new information.