Thanks to the BBS I got my ol' Da someone's ticket for this season. The chap wants it back (after this season?!)so I rang SJP yesterday to ask how to apply. Here, almost word for word, is the conversation:

Who do I speak to about a season ticket please?

Are you on the list?

No, but I understand that there may be some available

You have to go on the list

I understand that, but can you tell me if any will be available?

You must be on the list?

As I said, I understand that, but if I go on the list do you think there will be any chance for next season?

Write to us to be put on the list, that's all I can say. Thank You for calling Newcastle United.

Click

Ooooh! Taak aboot spittin' bombs! Do they have so much money they can afford to act in this way to potential customers? Grrrrrr...

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

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-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

I think MacBeth, If elected could address this issue. Or perhaps Clarky could bring it up with David Stonehouse / Russell Cushing.

The club needs your money, as there will be a grewat deal of empty seats next season. This "Go on the list and we'll get in touch" Attitude is ridiculous. You should have had your details taken down and a season ticket application form sent to you.

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

Exactly, Rik! I can't believe they're being so ridiculous. 'List' my patootie. I put myself on that list 2years ago and to this day have never heard boo. Even with all the unsold tickets this season, never got an offer to take up an ST. I got one anyway through a friend, but not in my name obviously.

It would make sense to start a list of folks to contact after June 9 renewal deadline. It would make even more sense if they'd just tell people that. I despair.

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

Ciara, what's a Patootie?

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

..... in fact I enjoyed it so much I thought I'd try again.

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001

added to my list

-- Anonymous, May 18, 2001