New field developments out of city hall...

[Suds]

I'm one of the first to call out the Mayor on a number of issues, however, I will step up and thank him for his work and vision on this.

Millers sees this as a good thing for Toronto and I could not agree with him more on this.

[FluSH]

Thank You Mayor Miller

[Flipityflu]

best of luck to those involved

[greatwhitenorf]

David Miller isn't everyone's favorite politician but he has stuck to his guns regarding the stadium and the introduction of grass. I've spoken twice to him personally - Stu once - and the message never wavered. This will be a big step forward in helping the team add talent down the road.

No one gives Joe Pantalone much credit on here, in fact he's had some undeserved nasty abuse dished at him. But Joe, head of the CNE board, signed off on the stadium specs that created a playing area too small for the CFL to consider using without forking over prohibitive fees for renovations. He had his head in the game before the first sod turning, fought hard to ensure the stadium was jam-packed with soccer rentals to turn away other sporting interests and has skillfully balanced the city's financial needs vis-a-vis the stadium without hurting soccer's interests. A job well done.

As for CFL'ers whistling past the graveyard?

I had to visit my son's high school yesterday and was standing in a hallway chatting with two teachers as students passed by. Soccer shirts everywhere, caught plenty of banter about the WC qualifiers. Teachers say, despite a quality baseball park next door, the school doesn't even field a team in city play and that the future of the two football teams is constantly in doubt. But soccer? They could field two senior and two junior squads in each of the boys and girls city leagues.

The game is running away from other sports with regard to the interests of young people. The MLS TV numbers will come the minute Vancouver and Montreal join. I'll also bet that next year's World Cup comfortably sets viewing records, being on our national network.

[FluSH]

YOU NEED TO BE PROACTIVE:

http://www.redpatchboys.ca/forums/sh...t=16950&page=2

The Mayor is doing his part... we as supporters need to do ours...

[MartinUtd]

Yeah I realized I was wasting my time but hit post anyway. Delete if you'd like, I won't be bothered.

[TFC Cityboy]

I had to visit my son's high school yesterday and was standing in a hallway chatting with two teachers as students passed by. Soccer shirts everywhere, caught plenty of banter about the WC qualifiers. Teachers say, despite a quality baseball park next door, the school doesn't even field a team in city play and that the future of the two football teams is constantly in doubt. But soccer? They could field two senior and two junior squads in each of the boys and girls city leagues.

The game is running away from other sports with regard to the interests of young people. The MLS TV numbers will come the minute Vancouver and Montreal join. I'll also bet that next year's World Cup comfortably sets viewing records, being on our national network.

Nice! That's what I see around town too....loads more footy shirts than 5 years ago. Great points made.

[ensco]

I'm going to go zero for two this week.

I thought that Mo has never been sincere about JDG, and I thought that MLSE weren't sincere in there willingness to back their desire for grass with real money.

Looks like I may have been wrong on both counts.

I like being wrong about these topics!

[DOMIN8R]

I'm going to go zero for two this week.

I thought that Mo has never been sincere about JDG, and I thought that MLSE weren't sincere in there willingness to back their desire for grass with real money.

Looks like I may have been wrong on both counts.

I like being wrong about these topics!

It takes a big man to admit he's wrong.....twice.

[billyfly]

I just hope this thing goes fast enough to make it in time to install grass for next season.. City Hall tends to work so slow.

Example: they use carrier pigeons to send info between departments. aka IP over Avian Carriers (IPoAC or RFC 1149)

[Oldtimer]

It takes a big man to admit he's wrong.....twice.

Danny Dichio would admit it IF he were ever wrong.
Not that he ever has been.


---- ooops. wrong thread!

[king dave]

Hello. My name is Hal.
What can I do for you?


KD.

[DOMIN8R]

[DOMIN8R]

[quote=greatwhitenorf;709755]
No one gives Joe Pantalone much credit on here, in fact he's had some undeserved nasty abuse dished at him. But Joe, head of the CNE board, signed off on the stadium specs that created a playing area too small for the CFL to consider using without forking over prohibitive fees for renovations. He had his head in the game before the first sod turning, fought hard to ensure the stadium was jam-packed with soccer rentals to turn away other sporting interests and has skillfully balanced the city's financial needs vis-a-vis the stadium without hurting soccer's interests. A job well done.

quote]

If true, then we owe a debt of gratitude.

[Stugatzo]

MEDIA ADVISORY

The Board of Governors of Exhibition Place considers major investment in City Soccer Facilities.

The proposal being considered would see Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment Ltd. investing $5.5 million in public soccer facilities across the City including replacing the Field Turf at BMO Field with natural grass.

Subject: Board of Governors of Exhibition Place Meeting
Date: Friday, September 11, 2009 Time: 10 a.m.
Location: Fountain Dining Room, Queen Elizabeth Building 200 Princes’ Blvd, Exhibition Place

[Stugatzo]

Hal is right...Joe Pantalone deserves credit here as well.

[Kevvv]

Hello. My name is Hal.
What can I do for you?


KD.

Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over.

[king dave]

Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over.

Yes I have had a couple but I am perfectly calm.
You don't know how hard my job is so shut up!


KD.

[DOMIN8R]

Replace above picture with...

[RPB_RED_NATION_RPB]

Mayor David Miller’s five favourite things to do in Toronto: 1. Attending a Toronto FC game at BMO Field. “Fantastic. Packed, showing the face of Toronto, people from every background, all on the same team. Not only that, this year when you go to a TFC game you’re going to see the team that’s going to win the championship of MLS.”

[king dave]

Replace above picture with...

Look!
You're the reason that whole space mission failed.
There likely would have been a sequel and it would have been better than the original, but NO.
Hal had to sabotage the mission with all his rocket appliances and stuff and kill of Keir Delaney with those friggin' monkeys throwing bones in the air and stuff.
Nice job HAL!
Hope you're proud.
KD.

[Kevvv]

There likely would have been a sequel and it would have been better than the original, but NO.

Yes

[Pookie]

Thank you Mayor Miller and the upcoming election. Nice bit of timing there.

[ArmenJBX]

Thank you Mr. Miller

You have my vote (even though I can't...yet )

[mighty_torontofc_2008]

So it drew 1/8th.

Yes it looks bad at first, but the CFL is pretty entrenched here and its going to be a while before we get those numbers.. especially when matching up against a home derby like Toronto-Hamilton. The reality for Toronto FC is that they are a third year team that gets less than minimal coverage in the main stream media. Add that to the fact that there's no other Canadian teams (yet) and you should be able to figure out where he short fall lies.

I don't blame you for playing the numbers game though. If I were supporting a league in decline, I'd be looking to shit on anything new as well.

i wouldnt worry about the CFL either..Jerry springer pulls in a lot of people too and the CFL is the jerry springer of sports..Lack of quality, mind numbing entertaining at best..CFL is inferior to the NFL, NCAA and pop warner football..TFC will be fine once the brand grows, maybe Vancouver will help? time will tell..

Grass will be nice..its what football is suppose to be played on..if its next season great more likely 2011 with undersoil heating, drainage work to be done..but the
team should be able to get players in to to with grass, if they cant then there is a bigger issue then just the turf.

[Kevvv]

Thank you Mayor Miller and the upcoming election. Nice bit of timing there.

You've seen the TV numbers haven't you? He could gain more votes getting his picture taken with Tie Domi.

[Mulder]

I don't blame you for playing the numbers game though. If I were supporting a league in decline, I'd be looking to shit on anything new as well.

CFL is not in a "decline". TV Numbers, attendence is up again this year.
This years Grey Cup is sold out, and the fastest selling grey cup in history.

Why do some TFC fans insist on bashing the CFL at any chance they get?


I enjoy both kinds of "football", but in my short expereinces between fans bases the most CFL fans are more approachable and friendly

[billyfly]

^Mulder shouldn't you be watching PORN or something?

[Pookie]

^ wouldn't worry about the TV numbers. TFC is still a regional product.

They typically don't get national coverage in the lead up to games. I'm speaking about coverage in the Sports newscasts (Sportscentre, Sportsnet Connected) and other national media.

The sport is popular with youth and once networks start to realize that (and promote their own coverage of games) the ratings will pick up.

[Sullivan]

as per an email from squid, he's posting this at V's:
http://www.explace.on.ca/Exhibition%...0-%20Grass.ppt