2022 Western Bulldogs Membership Thread

[azabob]

GG & BAD great work.

No wonder people give up and not go.

[bornadog]

GG & BAD great work.

No wonder people give up and not go.

Crowds will be down, I bet as some won't be bothered.

[woof]

I know this is a long shot, but if anyone has a 2022 members scarf they are willing to sell, I'd love to know. They were out of them when I purchased my membership.

[Grantysghost]

Crowds will be down, I bet as some won't be bothered.

Just to add to the fun the stadium refurb has meant that the rooms we usually use for our match day aren't available. All season!
We've been shuffled around into another room but it's gone from wing to behind the goals.
We only found out today which is interesting.
Fun times.
I realise I'm in a privileged position to be able to have this tier of membership but it's just more poor communication from the membership department.

[comrade]

Just to add to the fun the stadium refurb has meant that the rooms we usually use for our match day aren't available. All season!
We've been shuffled around into another room but it's gone from wing to behind the goals.
We only found out today which is interesting.
Fun times.
I realise I'm in a privileged position to be able to have this tier of membership but it's just more poor communication from the membership department.

They need a good rev up.

[Grantysghost]

They need a good rev up.

It does seem like they might of let go all the good people due to covid.
Thats probably unfair but they do need a bit of a review I think.
I'm a big fan of sitting on the wing so I'm pretty dissapointed and will feed that back.

[bornadog]

It does seem like they might of let go all the good people due to covid.
Thats probably unfair but they do need a bit of a review I think.
I'm a big fan of sitting on the wing so I'm pretty disappointed and will feed that back.

I wouldn't be surprised if it is the AFL not communicating.

[jazzadogs]

It seems fairly clear - if you have already paid for a reserved seat, there is no fee. If you haven't paid for a reserved seat, there is a booking fee (or you don't pay the fee and hope that there are seats available on the day, just like the pre-covid days of general admission).

I had an interesting discussion with some St Kilda members the other day, and their situation is very similar. I have also found AFL membership to be very confusing, and actually cancelled it in favour of expanding my Bulldogs membership. All clubs are clearly struggling to navigate the new and changing rules.

[Grantysghost]

I wouldn't be surprised if it is the AFL not communicating.

That would be part of it, but surely they'd have to let the clubs know the major function spaces would be out of action for the entire season before now?

Either way it is what it is. I'll stop whinging xD

[bornadog]

It seems fairly clear - if you have already paid for a reserved seat, there is no fee. If you haven't paid for a reserved seat, there is a booking fee (or you don't pay the fee and hope that there are seats available on the day, just like the pre-covid days of general admission).

I had an interesting discussion with some St Kilda members the other day, and their situation is very similar. I have also found AFL membership to be very confusing, and actually cancelled it in favour of expanding my Bulldogs membership. All clubs are clearly struggling to navigate the new and changing rules.

The stadium management has imposed this on clubs.

[bornadog]

That would be part of it, but surely they'd have to let the clubs know the major function spaces would be out of action for the entire season before now?

Either way it is what it is. I'll stop whinging xD

Agree, but we don't know exactly when it was all decided by the AFL and when they communicated, or was it just slack internally due to as you say losing good people.

I know the Season launch seemed last minute, but the club had been chasing the covid protocols so they could organise things.

[GVGjr]

Just to add to the fun the stadium refurb has meant that the rooms we usually use for our match day aren't available. All season!
We've been shuffled around into another room but it's gone from wing to behind the goals.
We only found out today which is interesting.
Fun times.
I realise I'm in a privileged position to be able to have this tier of membership but it's just more poor communication from the membership department.

GG, The Sponsors have moved to the Top Dogs area which would be more FP wouldn't it? The Top Dogs have moved right behind goals to where the past players are normally located and they have moved down to level one.

[Grantysghost]

GG, The Sponsors have moved to the Top Dogs area which would be more FP wouldn't it? The Top Dogs have moved right behind goals to where the past players are normally located and they have moved down to level one.

Thats right yep. I was in there for a year prior. Not sure why we can’t sit in the same seats on the wing and be in a different room.

[Prince Imperial]

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[bornadog]

Just checked my digital membership and barcode has been downloaded for tonight. I am not going, but it is there if I want to.

[mjp]

Can anyone tell me why the game vs Richmond early in April doesn't appear via my membership?

It's weird. It goes 'Sydney, North Melbourne'...

But if I am coming to Melbourne between those two games I'm out of luck?

What does baffled mean??

[Axe Man]

Can anyone tell me why the game vs Richmond early in April doesn't appear via my membership?

It's weird. It goes 'Sydney, North Melbourne'...

But if I am coming to Melbourne between those two games I'm out of luck?

What does baffled mean??

Is it something to do with being at the MCG? Does the Melbourne game appear? I'm assuming you have an away membership as I don't see any of the away games in my normal membership.

[Grantysghost]

Can anyone tell me why the game vs Richmond early in April doesn't appear via my membership?

It's weird. It goes 'Sydney, North Melbourne'...

But if I am coming to Melbourne between those two games I'm out of luck?

What does baffled mean??

Weird mine is there. You have away games? Wait you have North so yes.


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[The bulldog tragician]

Having read most of this I’m still confused.

I also find it hard to understand why in the account section of your membership, there is no information. I mentioned in another thread I am paying for 3 memberships at different levels eg not Ballarat for each one. This got lost/discontinued and took a lot of unravelling. I still, though, can’t find a simple statement of what I pay for so that I can check if it’s ended up right. Because of the mistake (totally from their end) there were back payment amounts and then the “regular” payments resumed and I guess I’d have to get back on the phone to them (please god no) to be sure. There is nothing in the “account information” or “account activity” sections.

[Danny the snakeman]

Do you have anything in the invoice section.

[mjp]

Weird mine is there. You have away games? Wait you have North so yes.



It's weird. And i want to secure tix before i secure flights and....AAAAARRRRGGGGHHHHHHH.

Why did we have to fix a system that (to me) so clearly wasn't broken. This is supposed to be a fun part of my life!

To everyone who is saying it is clear what to do - I get what you are saying. The trouble is when you haven't paid a single second of attention over the past 2-years to anything ticketing related (aside from the GF last year) and now all of a sudden you are confronted by having to download an app you have never used, find a logon you didn't realise even existed and even THEN the one game you wanted to attend isn't there AND THEN you run into a 3-hour time difference and cannot get anyone on the phone.

Between floods and Ukraine this is the ultimate first world problem (poor baby can't book flights and seats at a footy game) BUT when you have one bye round in your own season and you want to get the hell out of a state you have been stuck in for WAYYYYYYY too long by a maniacal dictator well...it all seems like a lot.

Rant over.

[Grantysghost]

Maybe try a different device MJP? Worth a shot.

Or clear the app cache/reinstall it.

[Axe Man]

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[Prince Imperial]

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[bornadog]

Great Initiative for those that can get there

Member Open Night (https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/news/1074838?utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=AFL_MEM_INFO_OTHER_+Open+Member+Night+080322&utm_term=http%3a%2f%2fwesternbulldogs.com.au%2fnews%2f107483 8&utm_id=26561&sfmc_id=16171790)

The Bulldogs will open the VU Whitten Oval doors next Thursday March 10 from 4pm – 7pm to welcome members and answer any queries heading into the new season.

Members will have the chance to get assistance with their digital membership cards, browse the new Bulldogs merchandise range and speak to our friendly staff.

The Bulldogs Shop and Barkers Café will be open for business and keep your eye out for some free Western Bulldogs giveaways too!

If you are unable to attend the Open Night, please see further information below to ensure you're as prepared as possible for the start of the new season.

Reserved Seat and General Admission Members will be able to scan into home games using their digital membership card via the Western Bulldogs app. This represents a change for members on these product types, who are no longer required to redeem a seat via Ticketmaster.


Members experiencing difficulty accessing their digital card are encouraged to view the step by step guide here for further assistance.


If you do not own a smart phone or cannot access the Western Bulldogs app, please contact Membership Services for alternate match day access arrangements

Digital cards for multiple membership accounts with one email address will appear on the primary account holder’s email. For example, if you have junior members with no separate email address, their digital cards will appear on the adult’s membership account and email they are linked to.

If you have the away games add-on product, you can scan in using your digital card on match day free of charge as general admission or go through relevant ticketing agencies to upgrade to a reserved seat (reserved seat fees apply).

You might be wondering why your general admission (Bronze) member comes up with seats on the Digital Card? This does not mean you have been allocated a specific seat  More details can be found here.

[Grantysghost]

I'd say it's been forced tbh. I think they've been overwhelmed with questions regarding the new systems in place.
Agree great initiative.

[Axe Man]

My 73 year old father managed to load his digital membership into the app and he's precisely as technically savvy as you would expect a 73 year old to be.

I do understand the confusion though, hopefully initiatives like this can sort out as many members as possible before round 1/2.

[jazzadogs]

If anyone hasn't got their membership yet, or wants to get an extra for a family member etc, there is a deal available today only to get a 9 game home membership for $95. I'm going to get one for my Carlton-supporting wife so she has no excuse not to come with me.

[Prince Imperial]

Deal jump!

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[bornadog]

Deal jump!

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A week from round 1

[boydogs]

Deal jump!

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Insane deal, 9 games for $95, a slap in the face to the auto renew members who pay full price without blinking year after year

[Prince Imperial]

Insane deal, 9 games for $95, a slap in the face to the auto renew members who pay full price without blinking year after year

The terms of the offer involve:


Members must go on a Committed Bulldog upfront payment plan which automatically renews on October 28, 2022 for the 2023 season. Members will be communicated with about their 2022 Committed Bulldog payment plan membership in September 2022 prior to payment being taken on October 28, 2022. Members are able to opt-out of the automatic rollover by contacting the Club via email membership@westernbulldogs.com.au or by calling 03 8899 7414 prior to October 28, 2022.


The club is obviously banking on a lot of those taking up the offer not opting out of the auto renewal and becoming full paying members from 2023 onwards.

It's an interesting strategy that has been successfully used by other clubs like St Kilda to boost their membership numbers and revenue in the following years. Hopefully it works for us.

[Grantysghost]

Insane deal, 9 games for $95, a slap in the face to the auto renew members who pay full price without blinking year after year
And will it mean next year people hold out for the deal?

I expect a lag in numbers waiting for it. Bit short sighted maybe but hey gotta hit the 50k !

[Danny the snakeman]

And will it mean next year people hold out for the deal?

Bit short sighted maybe but hey gotta hit the 50k !

Oh don't worry Ghost we will some how miraculously get a couple just over 50k when the deadline hits.

[bornadog]

And will it mean next year people hold out for the deal?

I expect a lag in numbers waiting for it. Bit short sighted maybe but hey gotta hit the 50k !

Pretty sure all the clubs are doing these promos on SEN club membership day. Carlton had similar yesterday

[Grantysghost]

Pretty sure all the clubs are doing these promos on SEN club membership day. Carlton had similar yesterday

I expect it from Carlton xD

Kind of feels wrong rewarding fair weather members to me? But I guess if it opens it up to people who can't afford a full one it's a good thing.

[Prince Imperial]

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[soupman]

Kind of feels wrong rewarding fair weather members to me? But I guess if it opens it up to people who can't afford a full one it's a good thing.
I get it from a marketing perspective but considering how little the club offers fully paid members it is a bit annoying.

[Mantis]

Has everyone got their membership package? I got an email on 7/2/22 stating my membership package would arrive in the next 7 business days, but nadda so far.... have sent the club an email after giving up on calling them as I get the ''we're busy taking other calls...'' message whenever I rang.

Was hoping to wear my nice new black scarf next Wednesday. *insert vomit emoji*

[Axe Man]

Has everyone got their membership package? I got an email on 7/2/22 stating my membership package would arrive in the next 7 business days, but nadda so far.... have sent the club an email after giving up on calling them as I get the ''we're busy taking other calls...'' message whenever I rang.

Was hoping to wear my nice new black scarf next Wednesday. *insert vomit emoji*

My emails were received on 11/2 and I'm pretty sure the packs arrived within the stated 7 days. Sounds like yours have gone astray.

[comrade]

Are those of us who paid full tote for our 9 game membership entitled to a refund of the difference in value for the $95 deal they flogged on SEN?

I obviously know that the answer is no.

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

I get the resentment of long term members. But I also see this as a legitimate attempt to grow the base with a special offer to potential new members.
Its no different to Banks who offer attractive 'special offer' deals to entice new clients. Or to streaming services who provide a special trial offer.
If we get a few thousand people take it up, and as a result a % of those go on to purchase full memberships next year, then that's great.

My main concern is that I hope the club ensures they focus on ensuring those who take it up have a great experience. Given we've had debate here around issues with membership packs not arriving, poor fan engagement, I'm not convinced we're going to necessarily capitalise long term from any boost this gives us beyond the initial offer this year.

[Axe Man]

I understand the sentiment but at the end of the day what someone else pays for their membership does not affect me in any way.

The club is a business and this seems like a reasonable attempt to grow our membership so that our club is still around for many years to come.

I do agree with YHF that the club could do a better job of looking after its members at times though.

[Grantysghost]

I understand the sentiment but at the end of the day what someone else pays for their membership does not affect me in any way.

The club is a business and this seems like a reasonable attempt to grow our membership so that our club is still around for many years to come.

I do agree with YHF that the club could do a better job of looking after its members at times though.

Do you think it deincentivises (that's a word right?) early adoption for a particular cohort?

[Axe Man]

Do you think it deincentivises (that's a word right?) early adoption for a particular cohort?

It probably does but I'm not sure they would represent a large portion of the membership base. If people are very price sensitive they probably know by now they can wait for an offer via the SEN membership days they have every year. I think it's worth the risk from a business point of view to try and lock them into an ongoing membership that takes effort to cancel.

That's just my layman's interpretation, I only did one uni subject on marketing so I'll trust that people with a tad more knowledge than I came up with this idea.

[comrade]

I get the resentment of long term members. But I also see this as a legitimate attempt to grow the base with a special offer to potential new members.
Its no different to Banks who offer attractive 'special offer' deals to entice new clients. Or to streaming services who provide a special trial offer.
If we get a few thousand people take it up, and as a result a % of those go on to purchase full memberships next year, then that's great.

My main concern is that I hope the club ensures they focus on ensuring those who take it up have a great experience. Given we've had debate here around issues with membership packs not arriving, poor fan engagement, I'm not convinced we're going to necessarily capitalise long term from any boost this gives us beyond the initial offer this year.

A special Netflix trial offer might last 30 days and the service gets cut off. In this scenario I’m getting the exact same product/service at a significant mark up for no additional benefit.

A friend of mine signed up to do a course recently. She paid full price, a month in advance of it starting. She then received an email from the course provider (they obviously don’t segment their email lists properly) advertising a ‘last minute’ offer of 50% off. She was rightly very pissed off and demanded a refund of the difference which she got.

This scenario is no different. A good business would offer discounts/lower price to those that sign up early or on a recurring basis, not reward those that hold out or need a bargain basement price to be tipped over the edge. Or at the very least, be given extra benefits to reward those that pay more.

[Grantysghost]

It probably does but I'm not sure they would represent a large portion of the membership base. If people are very price sensitive they probably know by now they can wait for an offer via the SEN membership days they have every year. I think it's worth the risk from a business point of view to try and lock them into an ongoing membership that takes effort to cancel.

That's just my layman's interpretation, I only did one uni subject on marketing so I'll trust that people with a tad more knowledge than I came up with this idea.

You're probably right and it only bumped up the count by 1000 or so? However if you were to read a trend on social media (which I know is a cess pit) there's a pretty negative vibe surrounding it in most posts I have seen.

I'd prefer an incentive to get in early or loyalty rewards (maybe 10 percent for 10 years?). But - as you say and YHF say it isn't bad idea to get new people involved, and it doesn't affect my membership but I know some who do struggle with the cost each year and have been very loyal who get 0 reward in comparison.

[EasternWest]

I understand the sentiment but at the end of the day what someone else pays for their membership does not affect me in any way.

I don't understand the sentiment.

I don't have a membership for "what's in it for me". Each to their own I guess.

[bornadog]

I have a membership to be part of the club, not for just entry to games.

[Grantysghost]

The issue isn't about buying a membership, or whats in it for me; it's should people who hold out get an incredible deal over those that don't? We were talking half price.

My view is loyalty should be rewarded and that's certainly not mutually exclusive with caring about what you get or buying a membership to support the club.
I agree they're virtuous motivations and I'm in the same boat.
I gave my mum the difference so she thought she got the deal anyway after she found out. (she's very trusting ha)

54 year member, no discounts. With petrol at 2. 20 a litre it can make a big difference for many.

[The bulldog tragician]

I don't understand the sentiment.

I don't have a membership for "what's in it for me". Each to their own I guess.

I totally agree. Otherwise we’d demand refunds in bad years, or opt out in years like the past two seasons when we saw so little live footy.

That said, the club could do a lot better to reward and nurture those of us who keep patiently coughing up. Better and more real content - some social media stuff is inane, meanwhile opportunities for more interesting footage go begging. I was none too impressed about the club failing to renew my 3 Bulldog for Life memberships but even more so, how hard it was to rectify THEIR mistake, and the disinterested response. “This happened to a lot of people” was the offhand message I got.

[Grantysghost]

I don't understand the sentiment.

I don't have a membership for "what's in it for me". Each to their own I guess.

Ha - ok then we will cut your games in half and double the price then as you don't care ! xD

(They need more like you).

[Scraggers]

I've been a full member for 27 years, and being in WA, I don't get to go to games. I'm a member because I want to help the club. And for the 50c member bumper sticker that lasts three weeks ... but that goes without saying doesn't it??

[EasternWest]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.

https://i.postimg.cc/prpBsN3W/20220311-184709.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K3hLYWZw)

[Danny the snakeman]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.

https://i.postimg.cc/prpBsN3W/20220311-184709.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K3hLYWZw)

I really hope that's not our official 2022 team poster. Disgrace

[Danny the snakeman]

The issue isn't about buying a membership, or whats in it for me; it's should people who hold out get an incredible deal over those that don't? We were talking half price.


Id be upset if it was for any membership but being only bronze im not fazed.

[Grantysghost]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.

https://i.postimg.cc/prpBsN3W/20220311-184709.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K3hLYWZw)

Different coloured boots in the front row; an abomination!

Buku's complexion doesn't match his positioning unfortunately, unless that's just a poor quality version.

[Prince Imperial]

I've been a full member for 27 years, and being in WA, I don't get to go to games. I'm a member because I want to help the club. And for the 50c member bumper sticker that lasts three weeks ... but that goes without saying doesn't it??

The '21 sticker was a beauty though in that regard. I had it on my car (on street parked) for nearly a year until I replaced it recently with the '22 one and it didn't age at all.

[jazzadogs]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.

https://i.postimg.cc/prpBsN3W/20220311-184709.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K3hLYWZw)

Yikes. That's pathetic if it's the final edit.

[Scraggers]

Different coloured boots in the front row; an abomination!

Buku's complexion doesn't match his positioning unfortunately, unless that's just a poor quality version.

I didn’t notice the boots until you pointed them out, and now I can’t un-see them.

[Grantysghost]

I didn’t notice the boots until you pointed them out, and now I can’t un-see them.

Oh ha. Sorry.

Be nice if they were all uniform wouldn't it.

[bornadog]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.



So you didn't see my thread?

Edit: you did find it in the end :D

[EasternWest]

I wasn't sure where to post this, but I am irrationality irritated by this.

We should make sure we don't use the same photographer next year.

https://i.postimg.cc/prpBsN3W/20220311-184709.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K3hLYWZw)


So you didn't see my thread?

Edit: you did find it in the end :D

Tweet deleted by the club.

Yeah, that's the way to handle it.

[bornadog]

Tweet deleted by the club.

Yeah, that's the way to handle it.

I noticed that? Maybe wasn't the official version?

[Hotdog60]

Photographers you would hope take some test pics to see the lighting is right so this may have been one of his test shots that somehow got leaked.

[bornadog]

Photographers you would hope take some test pics to see the lighting is right so this may have been one of his test shots that somehow got leaked.

I believe the HUN had the official photo today

[Danny the snakeman]

I believe the HUN had the official photo today

Yeah big white back ground. Basically the players with white surrounds1104

[bornadog]

Yeah big white back ground. Basically the players with white surrounds

Photoshopped of course

[Grantysghost]

Tweet deleted by the club.

Yeah, that's the way to handle it.

There's been a few amateur hour moments this pre season.

Still no word on a Dale Morris replacement in terms of coteries and although the staff are great and helpful they're clearly under resourced as response times have dropped considerably.
Hopefully just some cobwebs post major covid interruptions.
The club photographer is a woman by the name of Liz Vagg (or was) and she's a pro.

[bornadog]

This thread is way off topic and I contributed to that as well :D

[Grantysghost]

This thread is way off topic and I contributed to that as well :D

We need an update from Prince Imperial to get it back on track.

[bornadog]

Have any members watched the Johnno interview with Bevo. Very interesting to listen to Bevo.

[azabob]

Have any members watched the Johnno interview with Bevo. Very interesting to listen to Bevo.

I started but stopped. I will go back now and listen. Thanks for the heads up

[Prince Imperial]

We need an update from Prince Imperial to get it back on track.

Sorry for the delay!

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[comrade]

I started but stopped. I will go back now and listen. Thanks for the heads up

Can you summarise if you get a chance?

[Grantysghost]

Can you summarise if you get a chance?

Link https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/video/1077447/walk-and-talk-with-luke-beveridge?Competition=3&CompSeason=41&GameWeeks=587

[Grantysghost]

Has Johnno taken over Murph's role at the club - kind of MC/interviewer.

[GVGjr]

Sorry for the delay!

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Great numbers, really heading towards that elusive 50K
If Bevo and the boys chalk up wins against Melbourne and Carlton we will be well on our way.

[Grantysghost]

Can you summarise if you get a chance?

Biggest thing I took from it was that with the stand rule and kick out rule coming in we’ve altered our defensive setups this season as compared to last.
75 percent of the playing group has had covid, but was happy with how we ran out the Lions game and that he will pick a side based on fitness.
Richards stand out over pre season.
Thinks weight of inside 50s in trial games was great and just need a tweak to convert them more effectively.
Jones, Naughton and English stayed in WA otherwise they wouldn’t have been able to go back for Xmas, said they were pros training away from club and returned in great shape. Labelled Arthur a firecracker and naturally fit/has good endurance.
Transparency in leadership program so there’s no secret as to how the decisions are made. Happy Macrae is going through the group.

[Prince Imperial]

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[Grantysghost]

The 9 games for the price of 3 deal is still going apparently for anyone who hasn't signed up yet.

https://am.ticketmaster.com/bulldogs/sen-offer-2022#/?utm_source=WBcomau&utm_medium=url&utm_campaign=senmem

OFFER EXTENDED!
Western Bulldogs Exclusive Member Offer!


Western Bulldogs Membership Day exclusive offer for SEN listeners has been extended.


Get a nine game bronze Western Bulldogs membership for the price of three games!


That’s access to Level 3 seating at ALL Marvel Stadium home games for just $95 or $9.50 per month. Save $110!

[Prince Imperial]

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[Danny the snakeman]

Social club members should have email to download SC to phone wallet.

[LostDog]

I signed up 2 Ej Whitten supporter memberships
I live in Perth so would like to help people upgrade for games
How do I go about doing that

[Eastdog]

Social club members should have email to download SC to phone wallet.

I received that via email and downloaded that to my Apple wallet.

[The bulldog tragician]

I received that via email and downloaded that to my Apple wallet.

Eastdog, in your wallet do you see something that specifically says social club? I added, as instructed, but the details in my wallet just seem to be the seat info.

Why is this all so hard???

[Eastdog]

Eastdog, in your wallet do you see something that specifically says social club? I added, as instructed, but the details in my wallet just seem to be the seat info.

Why is this all so hard???

Yep there is a specific item that says social club.

[Danny the snakeman]

Eastdog, in your wallet do you see something that specifically says social club? I added, as instructed, but the details in my wallet just seem to be the seat info.

Why is this all so hard???

Its not.
Are you using apple or android? If android click on the play store tab on the email sent (can't remember if it says save) open google pay on your phone app and it should be there . PS. make sure you do this with your phone not on your pc obviously. Should have bulldog emblem with social club your name and membership number.
PS. It will be in google pay NOT bulldog app.

[Eastdog]

Its not.
Are you using apple or android? If android click on the play store tab on the email sent (can't remember if it says save) open google pay on your phone app and it should be there . PS. make sure you do this with your phone not on your pc obviously. Should have bulldog emblem with social club your name and membership number.
PS. It will be in google pay NOT bulldog app.

Yep you get the link from the email. I have apple and hit the app store icon to get my pass then it had the add option.

[Danny the snakeman]

[QUOTE=Eastdog;777932]Yep you get the link from the email. I have apple and hit the app store icon to get my pass then it had the add option.[/QUOT
Should be in your apple wallet then after you hit add.

[The bulldog tragician]

Its not.
Are you using apple or android? If android click on the play store tab on the email sent (can't remember if it says save) open google pay on your phone app and it should be there . PS. make sure you do this with your phone not on your pc obviously. Should have bulldog emblem with social club your name and membership number.
PS. It will be in google pay NOT bulldog app.

I’m using Apple. I click the link and get to the screen which shows social club membership and click add. However it has not appeared in my apple wallet or the Bulldog app.

[Axe Man]

I’m using Apple. I click the link and get to the screen which shows social club membership and click add. However it has not appeared in my apple wallet or the Bulldog app.

I can't figure out how to add it to my apple wallet, all I can do is download some file.

[bornadog]

I’m using Apple. I click the link and get to the screen which shows social club membership and click add. However it has not appeared in my apple wallet or the Bulldog app.


I can't figure out how to add it to my apple wallet, all I can do is download some file.

Same here. I can see it in the browser and I press add, but it doesn't appear in my Apple Wallet.

I am just going to have the email ready, and click the link and show that when it comes up.

[Axe Man]

Same here. I can see it in the browser and I press add, but it doesn't appear in my Apple Wallet.

I am just going to have the email ready, and click the link and show that when it comes up.

This is very frustrating. I couldn't even see the pass from the email in order to add to my wallet. As a work around I emailed it to myself and opened on my phone so at least now I can see the pass and click add to wallet. But it still does not appear in my wallet. :mad:

[The bulldog tragician]

Glad I'm not the only one who can't add to the wallet.

[Prince Imperial]

44,498

[Scraggers]

This is very frustrating. I couldn't even see the pass from the email in order to add to my wallet. As a work around I emailed it to myself and opened on my phone so at least now I can see the pass and click add to wallet. But it still does not appear in my wallet. :mad:

I added mine to my apple wallet (not that I get to use it), but when I opened the wallet, it wasn't there. Then I clicked on the link for "show expired passes" and it was there.

[Axe Man]

I added mine to my apple wallet (not that I get to use it), but when I opened the wallet, it wasn't there. Then I clicked on the link for "show expired passes" and it was there.

Thanks Scraggers, that did the trick. I could then unhide it and have it appear in the wallet proper. Should not be this hard.

[bornadog]

I added mine to my apple wallet (not that I get to use it), but when I opened the wallet, it wasn't there. Then I clicked on the link for "show expired passes" and it was there.


Thanks Scraggers, that did the trick. I could then unhide it and have it appear in the wallet proper. Should not be this hard.

Thanks Scraggers

[The bulldog tragician]

I added mine to my apple wallet (not that I get to use it), but when I opened the wallet, it wasn't there. Then I clicked on the link for "show expired passes" and it was there.

Why didn’t I think it would be in the expired passes? Thanks Scraggers it was hiding in plain sight :confused:

[Danny the snakeman]

That's what happens when you your on the dark side and use apple. :rolleyes:


Glad you's sorted it.

[Prince Imperial]

44,639

[Mitcha]

Will need some creative accounting to get much higher after a 0/2 and possibly 0/3 start.

[Prince Imperial]

44,851

[Scraggers]

44,851

The count has slowed considerably

[Axe Man]

The count has slowed considerably

Obviously losing doesn't help but I would imagine it always slows significantly post the first game and first home game.

[Hotdog60]

After the first two round I'm surprised it hasn't started going down.

[Grantysghost]

After the first two round I'm surprised it hasn't started going down.

You can get through to cancel it.

[Prince Imperial]

44,927

We need to win tomorrow.

[Prince Imperial]

45,003

[Eastdog]

Should go up some more now after the win tonight.

[angelopetraglia]

So on historical increases from this point on are we a realistic chance of getting to 50K? Melbourne had 53K last year. North had 46K. Saints had 56K. With season we had last year I thought 50K was a realistic goal.

[Prince Imperial]

45,503

[GVGjr]

45,503

I think a win against the Tigers Saturday night will be a huge push for anyone still undecided.

[Prince Imperial]

I think a win against the Tigers Saturday night will be a huge push for anyone still undecided.

I agree. It's another big game from both on field and membership total perspectives.

[Grantysghost]

We have 2000 Ballarat members.

https://twitter.com/cityofballarat/status/1511524135171768320?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7 Ctwgr%5Etweet

[Prince Imperial]

46,091

[bornadog]

46,091

Not far from record now 47,709. 50k possible

[Prince Imperial]

Not far from record now 47,709. 50k possible

I think it's probable now particularly given the availability of cheap memberships and the complimentary ones (like those given to Auskickers) that will continue to flow through

[Prince Imperial]

46,253

[CarnTheScray]

People joined up after that Richmond game?

[I'm Not Bitter Anymore!]

People joined up after that Richmond game?
Optimists

[Danny the snakeman]

I think a win against the Tigers Saturday night will be a huge push for anyone still undecided.

Might also work the other way.

[Prince Imperial]

46,418

[Prince Imperial]

46,684

[Prince Imperial]

46,718

Slow.

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

Hmm. Its going to take a minor miracle to hit 50k this year.

[bornadog]

Hmm. Its going to take a minor miracle to hit 50k this year.

Last year we had 45,000 about this time and ended with 46,541.

It will be close to 50k I think.

[GVGjr]

Last year we had 45,000 about this time and ended with 46,541.

It will be close to 50k I think.

I don't know why but I think we will get there.

[Axe Man]

I don't know why but I think we will get there.

Peter Gordon to buy 3,000 pet memberships? ;)

[Prince Imperial]

Last year we had 45,000 about this time and ended with 46,541.

It will be close to 50k I think.


We reached the 45k mark last year on 20th May, so we are still well ahead. Less of a Covid factor this year, so I'm still confident of the magical 50k.

https://www.woof.net.au/forum/showthread.php?21278-2022-Western-Bulldogs-Membership-Thread&p=782126#post782126

[Happy Days]

Just post a worked number, it’s what the smart clubs do. We could have 65k members if we do that.

[bornadog]

We reached the 45k mark last year on 20th May, so we are still well ahead. Less of a Covid factor this year, so I'm still confident of the magical 50k.

https://www.woof.net.au/forum/showthread.php?21278-2022-Western-Bulldogs-Membership-Thread&p=782126#post782126

Yes you are right

[Eastdog]

47,653 our current membership record so over that will break it. Very close to it now. Looking very good for 50K.

[Grantysghost]

Example of how bad it's become at the coterie level. We didn't get our paid for entitlement last season (signed framed photo). I usually wouldn't care however because it was Marra's first season I think it was a significant item.

Didn't happen last year. I asked for it again in Feb. This is from the 21st of Feb.

"In terms of your signed gift from Jamarra, these are currently being framed and we’ll be in touch in the coming weeks with arrangements for sponsors to collect these or have them distributed."

Haven't heard a word since, nor have we any photo.

I'm over hassling them, reduces me as a human so I won't anymore; but ffs is anyone monitoring how members are being dealt with? We are literally not getting what we paid for whilst the club banks profit.

Dare say it's my last year as a player sponsor.

[Grantysghost]

Example of how bad it's become at the coterie level. We didn't get our paid for entitlement last season (signed framed photo). I usually wouldn't care however because it was Marra's first season I think it was a significant item.

Didn't happen last year. I asked for it again in Feb. This is from the 21st of Feb.

"In terms of your signed gift from Jamarra, these are currently being framed and we’ll be in touch in the coming weeks with arrangements for sponsors to collect these or have them distributed."

Haven't heard a word since, nor have we any photo.

I'm over hassling them, reduces me as a human so I won't anymore; but ffs is anyone monitoring how members are being dealt with? We are literally not getting what we paid for whilst the club banks profit.

Dare say it's my last year as a player sponsor.

Ok i did email again against my better judgement. Was a little terse, against my nature I cc'ed Ameet.

Guess what; the coterie manager called within 5 minutes of me sending it.

Also, I'm not dumb so I ignored it and asked him to respond via email. This guy is a classic talk my way out of any situation type.

Not today big fella.

[Grantysghost]

Ok i did email again against my better judgement. Was a little terse, against my nature I cc'ed Ameet.

Guess what; the coterie manager called within 5 minutes of me sending it.

Also, I'm not dumb so I ignored it and asked him to respond via email. This guy is a classic talk my way out of any situation type.

Not today big fella.

Further update - apparently there aren't guest speakers before the game because TWO more people would've meant that player sponsors would've been locked out due to room size (it's probably the same if not bigger).

"Regarding the players and MC, with room capacity constraints in the Quill Room (not based on covid, just size), we wanted to monitor ticketing uptake for our initial home games to ensure that we could safely get all of our Players Sponsors back to the footy and we wouldn’t initially end up with a situation where we had guest speakers, but a significant number of Player Sponsors being denied entry into the room."


Two people, a player and an MC would've led to a SIGNIFICANT number of player sponsors missing out.

FMD - What horsesh1t.

[bornadog]

Further update - apparently there aren't guest speakers before the game because TWO more people would've meant that player sponsors would've been locked out due to room size (it's probably the same if not bigger).

"Regarding the players and MC, with room capacity constraints in the Quill Room (not based on covid, just size), we wanted to monitor ticketing uptake for our initial home games to ensure that we could safely get all of our Players Sponsors back to the footy and we wouldn’t initially end up with a situation where we had guest speakers, but a significant number of Player Sponsors being denied entry into the room."


Two people, a player and an MC would've led to a SIGNIFICANT number of player sponsors missing out.

FMD - What horsesh1t.

Shouldn't this change now with further covid restrictions eased from Tomorrow.
I guess the renovations at Marvel aren't helping either.

I know the bar on level 2 (opposite side of Medallion Club) is closed. I could go there showing my social club membership, but that is closed down as well.

Very frustrating.

[azabob]

GG complete lack of care by the club. Don’t blame you for following up and not wanting to follow up.

If there are delays they seriously need to on top of their communication.

[Axe Man]

Shouldn't this change now with further covid restrictions eased from Tomorrow.

I wouldn't have thought so since it explicitly says the capacity constraints are not covid related.

Overall it sounds like a very disappointing effort by the club. Surely this area of the club is not affected by the soft cap and should be back to pre covid staff levels and performance expectations? Fair enough to have cut them some slack the past 2 seasons but it's not good enough now.

[GVGjr]

Further update - apparently there aren't guest speakers before the game because TWO more people would've meant that player sponsors would've been locked out due to room size (it's probably the same if not bigger).

"Regarding the players and MC, with room capacity constraints in the Quill Room (not based on covid, just size), we wanted to monitor ticketing uptake for our initial home games to ensure that we could safely get all of our Players Sponsors back to the footy and we wouldn’t initially end up with a situation where we had guest speakers, but a significant number of Player Sponsors being denied entry into the room."


Two people, a player and an MC would've led to a SIGNIFICANT number of player sponsors missing out.

FMD - What horsesh1t.

I'm securing other seats from now on and will just sit out with the other members.

[Grantysghost]

I'm securing other seats from now on and will just sit out with the other members.

It's so very disappointing.

The update is there's a new person starting to replace Dale next week Micheal Peart. Again 0 comms around this.

Also "the terrific news is they are going to reintroduce talent prior to games".

And...signed photos are still apparently in the works ! (yeah ok).

The person who I am communicating with clearly is treating me like a mug and now I've called his bluff and made him accountable is going over the top in such a sickly fashion I really don't want to talk to him at all.

I've communicated directly with Bains, let's hope he can respond.

[azabob]

It's so very disappointing.

The update is there's a new person starting to replace Dale next week Micheal Peart. Again 0 comms around this.

Also "the terrific news is they are going to reintroduce talent prior to games".

And...signed photos are still apparently in the works ! (yeah ok).

The person who I am communicating with clearly is treating me like a mug and now I've called his bluff and made him accountable is going over the top in such a sickly fashion I really don't want to talk to him at all.

I've communicated directly with Bains, let's hope he can respond.

This pisses me off, you have to complain to Baines to get this sorted. Surely he has better stuff to do. This is a dig at the “club employee “ and not you GG.

[Grantysghost]

This pisses me off, you have to complain to Baines to get this sorted. Surely he has better stuff to do. This is a dig at the “club employee “ and not you GG.

Amazingly round 2 wasn't an issue with room capacity and the dam walls breaking because a player would talk.

Every player sponsor would have expected a player to speak prior to that game. As they've done for every game for the last 5 years I have been there and many more I expect.

What a lame excuse.

[GVGjr]

Amazingly round 2 wasn't an issue with room capacity and the dam walls breaking because a player would talk.

Every player sponsor would have expected a player to speak prior to that game. As they've done for every game for the last 5 years I have been there and many more I expect.

What a lame excuse.

I'm in my 16th year I think and it was always player and/or past player or club official interviews.
I understand and accept that Marvel has left them in a bit of a predicament
They'll get a couple of more memberships from me this year and I'm happy to do that but I'll be looking for seating away from the Sponsors room.

[GVGjr]

This pisses me off, you have to complain to Baines to get this sorted. Surely he has better stuff to do. This is a dig at the “club employee “ and not you GG.

Aza, most years I get sent 2 or 3 surveys from the club and I take the time to highlight opportunities to improve based on my on views and feedback I hear from others. I think there is also a box where you can tick that says would you accept a call based on your feedback and I can't say I've been called to clarify anything.

There was a coterie manager years back when I first joined called Michael who really worked with what was an emerging sponsors group. He was proactive, reasonable and flexible and if you were going interstate to watch a game he would lead you in the right direction. Then we had Chris who I also rated but over the last few years with the numbers growing to capacity I think there is a chance things have been taken for granted and it's now very much a take it or leave it approach.
This is not having a go as I don't have a bad word to say about any of them but it might be the price you pay when you have a group that is at or near it's capacity. It just doesn't suit now and I'll look for an alternative solution to get my footy fix.
They will not lose me as a paid up member though.

[Prince Imperial]

47,078

[Eastdog]

Closing in on our club record.

[Prince Imperial]

47,394

According to board at Whitten Oval.

[bornadog]

47,394

According to board at Whitten Oval.

Be nice if we can crack 50k

[Prince Imperial]

47,674

[Eastdog]

47,674

That is the club record broken.

[The Bulldogs Bite]

50k looks unlikely unless one or two are feeling generous..

[Prince Imperial]

That is the club record broken.

It depends on what you count actually. In the 2017 annual report, the club said we had 47,709 but the total officially counted by the AFL that year was 47,653. I suspect the former total included a few after the AFL cutoff date.

Anyway, I'm guessing we'll hear something from the club tomorrow about breaking the record.

[Eastdog]

It depends on what you count actually. In the 2017 annual report, the club said we had 47,709 but the total officially counted by the AFL that year was 47,653. I suspect the former total included a few after the AFL cutoff date.

Anyway, I'm guessing we'll hear something from the club tomorrow about breaking the record.

I think we should get 50K. The cut off date is sometime in June/July I believe.

I became a EJ Whitten social club member at the start 2016 so fortunate to have it when we made the GF and won. I’m also a provisional MCC member.

[Grantysghost]

I think we should get 50K. The cut off date is sometime in June/July I believe.

I became a EJ Whitten social club member at the start 2016 so fortunate to have it when we made the GF and won. I’m also a provisional MCC member.

Do they count one person who has an aflw and Afl as two?

[Prince Imperial]

Do they count one person who has an aflw and Afl as two?

I'm pretty certain they do and that the count is the number of memberships not persons who hold memberships. The AFL and the clubs are all keen on having the totals as big as possible.

[Happy Days]

Seriously just work the number. Vince McMahon is a billionaire off the back of pretending 93,000 people paid to see Wrestlemania 3.

[Bulldog4life]

Seriously just work the number. Vince McMahon is a billionaire off the back of pretending 93,000 people paid to see Wrestlemania 3.

Further to that Hulk Hogan was listed at 6’8” and 345 lbs. He was actually 6’4.5” and 270 lbs. Vinnie Mac fooled everyone again.

[Danny the snakeman]

I think we should get 50K. The cut off date is sometime in June/July I believe.

Not sure why people would till a 1/3 of the season is finished before they would sign up. They would only be 5 game members at best most of them. The only way i see 50k is some number fudging.

[bornadog]

Not sure why people would till a 1/3 of the season is finished before they would sign up. They would only be 5 game members at best most of them. The only way i see 50k is some number fudging.

every year we put on at least 1500, to 2000 between now and close off

[Prince Imperial]

47,842

You'd reckon this was the record but the club yesterday tweeted that the record was 47,961 though this is higher than the figure stated in the 2017 annual report. :confused:

[Prince Imperial]

Not sure why people would till a 1/3 of the season is finished before they would sign up. They would only be 5 game members at best most of them. The only way i see 50k is some number fudging.

There would be some experiencing lifestyle changes such as moving to Melbourne from overseas, interstate or the country or persons suddenly being able to or think they can afford to buy one by getting a job for instance. Five games adult access for $95 which is currently available is good value really.

Auskickers get complimentary memberships for their club of choice and the club no doubt hands out a few through its community programs. These would steadily increase the total for the next couple of months or so.

[Eastdog]

47,842

You'd reckon this was the record but the club yesterday tweeted that the record was 47,961 though this is higher than the figure stated in the 2017 annual report. :confused:

Yeah interesting. Nearly there anyway now.

[GVGjr]

47,842

You'd reckon this was the record but the club yesterday tweeted that the record was 47,961 though this is higher than the figure stated in the 2017 annual report. :confused:

It's a sensational result for the club and our supporters have rallied being them.
Very proud of what we have achieved so far.

[Eastdog]

It's a sensational result for the club and our supporters have rallied being them.
Very proud of what we have achieved so far.

For sure. A great achievement by us all.

[Axe Man]

https://i.postimg.cc/qv4pHJzp/mship.jpg (https://postimg.cc/9r86Gjdk)

[Eastdog]

Great achievement by our club. Well done to everyone.

[bornadog]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogu-q-WRGS4&ab_channel=WesternBulldogs

[Eastdog]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogu-q-WRGS4&ab_channel=WesternBulldogs

Nice video. Go Dogs!

[GVGjr]

I noticed that North hit a record as well around 46,500. Not bad for a team performing so poorly on the field
From a membership perspective footy is doing well.

[SquirrelGrip]

I noticed that North hit a record as well around 46,500. Not bad for a team performing so poorly on the field
From a membership perspective footy is doing well.

What would be interesting would be a complete table of all clubs’ memberships broken down by membership type. That would give a truer reflection. It’s not fair to compare a three match membership with a full membership and then even a pet membership. Memberships are in part so high because of the increase in membership categories.

[Grantysghost]

What would be interesting would be a complete table of all clubs’ memberships broken down by membership type. That would give a truer reflection. It’s not fair to compare a three match membership with a full membership and then even a pet membership. Memberships are in part so high because of the increase in membership categories.

It should be membership revenue (the measure) rather than numbers.

[SquirrelGrip]

It should be membership revenue (the measure) rather than numbers.

But even that is difficult as those clubs with their own stadiums manage to package up higher returns per member. But you’re right in that it does better reflect the economic strength of clubs.

[Bulldog4life]

It should be membership revenue (the measure) rather than numbers.

Been saying this for years and years.

[Scraggers]

It should be membership revenue (the measure) rather than numbers.

When you pay $300+ for an 11 game Docker Membership (just to get a seat), the numbers would also be skewed. I know the Eagles are the same (plus they have a waiting list that you pay annually to remain on). You would also have to look at Sydney, Adelaide and Port. Not sure about other interstate teams

[Danny the snakeman]

When you pay $300+ for an 11 game Docker Membership (just to get a seat), the numbers would also be skewed. I know the Eagles are the same (plus they have a waiting list that you pay annually to remain on). You would also have to look at Sydney, Adelaide and Port. Not sure about other interstate teams

They must be the cheap seats Scragger, cat A is $999 for 11 games Dockers and we don't even get a dogs game with it this year.

[bornadog]

Every bit helps to get to 50K :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FSdWgSdUYAAwJxr?format=jpg&name=large

[Eastdog]

Is that Barkly st and Hocking st?

[The Bulldogs Bite]

Surely lost a bet

[Prince Imperial]

48,228

[Grantysghost]

48,228

So close! Get Bailey out wearing the billboard.

[Axe Man]

So close! Get Bailey out wearing the billboard.

He would probably sell more memberships the less he wears.

[Grantysghost]

He would probably sell more memberships the less he wears.

Bourke St. Speedos. Sandwich board.

[I'm Not Bitter Anymore!]

Body paint

[bornadog]

Bourke St. Speedos. Sandwich board.

Nah, Cotton on

[Prince Imperial]

48,383

[Prince Imperial]

48,504

[GVGjr]

48,504

It's a tremendous result. The supporters have really rallied behind the club.

[Grantysghost]

It's a tremendous result. The supporters have really rallied behind the club.

Can we get 1496 more ?

Get your pets on the phone stat !

[CarnTheScray]

If we beat Geelong we’ll get over 49,000.

Even though we got belted in a granny, just the fact that we played in one and the fact that we have been getting plenty of prime time games has been enough to get a couple thousand more members on board. Imagine if we won another flag or two. Would probably get to 60k in a short time if that happened.

Really shows how helpful prime time tv viewing has helped Carlton and Essendon retain their support throughout the last 20 years of shitshows.

[Prince Imperial]

48,775

[jeemak]

I wonder how many of them haven't received their membership pack...again....?

[Hotdog60]

I'm one :)

[jeemak]

I'm one :)

Likewise...though to be fair they may have attempted to deliver it to my apartment block when I was OS.

[Hotdog60]

I had to chase them up as they cancelled my Bulldog for Life and I also have the digital package so a couple of phone calls to get that sorted but nothing on the rest of the stuff.
I'm not too fussed but it will interesting to see what happens next year.

[bornadog]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FTp2gZyagAErq8K?format=png&name=900x900

[Prince Imperial]

48,848

[azabob]

Likewise...though to be fair they may have attempted to deliver it to my apartment block when I was OS.

Are you really a member if you don't receive your membership pack?

This statement goes doubly if you haven't received your pack two years running.

[Danny the snakeman]

Are you really a member if you don't receive your membership pack?

This statement goes doubly if you haven't received your pack two years running.

I believe unless you have members sticker on car it dosen't count.

[Prince Imperial]

48,966

[bornadog]

48,966

Creeping up

[Yankee Hotel Foxtrot]

When is the membership cut off, It must be soon? Time for some Bulldog's benefactor to buy 1000 memberships!!

[Axe Man]

When is the membership cut off, It must be soon? Time for some Bulldog's benefactor to buy 1000 memberships!!

It's 31 July so still plenty of time, I'm betting we get to 50k. I'm sure there will be some sort of special 3 or 5 game membership come out soon.

[jeemak]

I might buy another one just to see if the membership pack for it shows up.........

[Prince Imperial]

49,068

[HOSE B ROMERO]

Hmm. Let's hear any creative ideas on how we sell 932 more memberships. Most creative idea wins a 2005 lanyard. Minus the ribbon. Go.

[jazzadogs]

Hmm. Let's hear any creative ideas on how we sell 932 more memberships. Most creative idea wins a 2005 lanyard. Minus the ribbon. Go.

Ring Peter Gordon.

[boydogs]

Hmm. Let's hear any creative ideas on how we sell 932 more memberships. Most creative idea wins a 2005 lanyard. Minus the ribbon. Go.

Injured & VFL players walking through the crowd during games spruiking them

[bornadog]

Injured & VFL players walking through the crowd during games spruiking them

they have used players before to ring former members. Not sure how successful that was.

[Prince Imperial]

49,121

We are very slowly getting there.

[Prince Imperial]

49,290

[hujsh]

Last 1000 memberships


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mdjLBYxAcUI&ab_channel=hexen2k7

[Prince Imperial]

49,333

[Prince Imperial]

49,489

[Prince Imperial]

49,593

[bornadog]

49,593

Not far off

[Prince Imperial]

49,706

[Prince Imperial]

49,877

Getting close now.

[dalek]

I reckon we will go over 50,000 just before the last day.

[GVGjr]

I reckon we will go over 50,000 just before the last day.

We would take it. To be honest I'm more than happy with what we have achieved regardless

[dalek]

We would take it. To be honest I'm more than happy with what we have achieved regardless

I agree. It's good to beat the previous years membership.

[Grantysghost]

I reckon we will go over 50,000 just before the last day.

Lots of clubs have had super cheap deals until end of season trying to pump up the numbers.
Like $30.
Saints and Dees are two I know of. Don't think we've done that.

[Prince Imperial]

49,953!

[jeemak]

We would take it. To be honest I'm more than happy with what we have achieved regardless

That's not really how we do things though, right?

Pretty sure we could dig up reasons why the numbers could be better and pillory the club for mismanaging things across the board post 2016. Why should we limit our masochistic tendencies to exclude this?

[Danny the snakeman]

Im calling BS on the numbers.

[Grantysghost]

Im calling BS on the numbers.

It's more right?

[Grantysghost]

Demons have cracked 65k.

[bornadog]

Demons have cracked 65k.

Too bad none of them show up

[Scraggers]

Im calling BS on the numbers.

Why do you say that Danny?

[Bulldog4life]

Demons have cracked 65k.

Wonder how many of those are MCC members with a $10 Melbourne membership tacked on.

[GVGjr]

Demons have cracked 65k.

Fantastic achievement.

[WBFC4FFC]

Wonder how many of those are MCC members with a $10 Melbourne membership tacked on.

Playing at the MCG and still getting more AFL Money than the Bullies at the Docklands, which is harder to generate a Profit from, as well as playing two games a year in Ballarat. (Don't get me wrong, playing in Ballarat is a great initiative from a Club that represents the West).

My point being, as Bulldgo4life implied, you can make the numbers/memberships what you want, especially when you are getting more handouts from the AFL with all the advantages of playing at the MCG. Hence the "tack-ons".

Pre-Season, the AFL justified the Bullies getting less for generating more of a Profit. Understand what they are saying but as a Club we can't budget for guaranteed blockbusters each year. Therefore the Revenue is more volatile and thus, stifling the Clubs ability to invest in the footy department to the same degree and hence, having more control of your destiny and success.

[Danny the snakeman]

Why do you say that Danny?

I don't believe we have had a few thousand new members sign up in the last couple of week. Also I personally count members as 1 person a member no matter how many memberships you have. While financially 1 rich bloke buying 50k of memberships is the same as 50 thousand individuals i know which would look better in the stands. Just all too convenient reaching the 50k as the deadline is about to hit. Call me cynical.

[bornadog]

I don't believe we have had a few thousand new members sign up in the last couple of week. Also I personally count members as 1 person a member no matter how many memberships you have. While financially 1 rich bloke buying 50k of memberships is the same as 50 thousand individuals i know which would look better in the stands. Just all too convenient reaching the 50k as the deadline is about to hit. Call me cynical.

We have only had 1500 new since early May

[SquirrelGrip]

Who'd have thought? We just happened to reach 50,000 in time for Membership Recognition Round on Friday!

https://www.westernbulldogs.com.au/news/1171075/bulldogs-achieve-50k-member-milestone

[GVGjr]

I didn't think we would get there but well done to the club. We need to back this up next year now.

[Eastdog]

Great achievement. History making for the club. As GVG said we need to maintain it next year and aim even higher.

[Scraggers]

10,000 new or returning members. 3,500 AFLW members plus this with a Ballarat component to their membership.

[azabob]

10,000 new or returning members. 3,500 AFLW members plus this with a Ballarat component to their membership.

I wonder if I am counted twice? Member of both AFLW and AFLM

[Mitcha]

Well at least we, the off field component of the club are doing the right thing!

[Grantysghost]

I wonder if I am counted twice? Member of both AFLW and AFLM

My understanding is yes.

If there's two unique member id's.

[Grantysghost]

https://i.postimg.cc/XYh9HWkT/Screenshot-20220714-081037-Instagram.jpg (https://postimg.cc/WdGDzQKn)

[Prince Imperial]

50,107

[Prince Imperial]

50,232

[Prince Imperial]

50,387

Must be very close to the final total.

[Prince Imperial]

50,423

[boydogs]

$6 3 game memberships

1124

1125

[Prince Imperial]

50,923

This would be including new AFLW memberships for the upcoming second 2022 season you would think. Existing members have had their membership rolled over for this further season.

[anfo27]

I wonder how inflated the final number is considering I was given a membership by the club when I did not pay for one.

I find it disappointing that we like every other club, play this game of trying to manufacture bigger numbers. The AFL are the biggest components of this by allowing it, so total membership is increasing so they can all line up for another bonus.