Looks like we won't even break 40k as long as people can't go to the games.
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Looks like we won't even break 40k as long as people can't go to the games.
Yeah I have 4 memberships but also linked to getting gf tickets I won't be asking for my money back after 37 years of continuity I don't think one year will kill me. Did anyone else struggle back in 1990 I didn't buy mine till round 5 or 6 that year as my savings all disappeared mysteriously
https://i.postimg.cc/MH682qQc/member.jpg
Unfortunately it may be the final 2020 membership figure as well.
I’m probably going to buy another membership this year and a bunch of merch. Also encourage everyone already a member to upgrade to social club if it’s manageable.
We are probably at 40K, but just as usual our club's slow with the counting.
Pretty sure sc membership is still full comrade
They still seem able to be purchased: https://am.ticketmaster.com/bulldogs...-social-club#/
Received an email from the club today to do a survey in regards to the 2020 season impact on the membership. This one would be a good survey to do.
I always try to complete them. I don't think I have missed any for a long while now
I just trust the fact that club wouldn't send them out if the information they're requesting wasn't really needed
The only one I felt dudded on was the Western Bulldogs name change. I didn't like the way they put that survey together
Completed that survey last night. It is good for the club to hear what members have to say.
I still don't understand why you are not given he choice to receive the members paraphernalia with your membership or not ... I have over thirty Bulldogs hats that sit in a pile in my house right next to the 15 scarves. Surely i could have the choice to pay $10 more if i want the pack like they currently do for the beanies/jumpers/polos etc
The survey sent out this week asks those questions, so sounds like that is what they are considering, ie pay extra if you want the paraphernalia.
In the past I have donated my caps and scarves to the homeless. I must admit it has built up again, so maybe this winter there is a need.
Options delivered to 2020 Bulldogs members
The Western Bulldogs have written to their access members today, outlining a number of options relating to their 2020 memberships.
Due to the coronavirus pandemic and the changes to the 2020 AFL season, including the absence of crowds at games for the foreseeable future, the Bulldogs have proactively contacted their membership base today by email or text message or by post over the coming days.
Members were asked whether they would like to pledge their 2020 membership, or request a call from the Club to discuss either partial or full refund options.
Members who pledge their membership to the Club will receive a number of exclusive entitlements, including a membership price freeze for 2021, a free 2021 membership upgrade, a commemorative member recognition fulfilment item in 2021 and exclusive member content for the balance of 2020 as AFL games resume.
The Club has been overwhelmed by offers of additional financial support from a number of members, so those wishing to do so can make an additional contribution by making a donation directly to the Club. Some of the funds raised will be used to ‘pay It forward’ to other members facing financial hardship, by covering the cost of their membership.
VISIT THE BRED BULLDOG HUB FOR MORE INFORMATION ON MEMBER OPTIONS
“We remain incredibly humbled and grateful to so many of you who have reached out to confirm your commitment as a Bulldogs member as we prepare to resume our season without you there in the stands with us,” CEO Ameet Bains explained in an email to members.
“By now you’ve heard so much about the challenges facing the AFL industry as we seek to fight our way through. There’s no doubting the future of football will be different, and our businesses will be different as we continue to adapt to the changing financial landscape.
“We continue to maintain a bold plan and vision for the future that we’re determined to see through – but the reality is we need your help if we are to succeed.
“We’ve all got a role to play as we seek to overcome the challenges in front of us, and your role as a member is just as important now as it was for those who fought for the Club’s survival in 1989 and during other troubled times through our history.”
Members and fans have also been encouraged to show their passion for the red, white and blue on social media by creating their own personalised ‘Bred Bulldog’ photo frame or profile picture.
I say thanks to my grandparents frequently that they sold me on being a Bulldogs for Life type supporter of this club.
The communication above that BAD posted just reinforces that the club values supporters as much as many of us value their efforts in running the club.
I'll be looking to make a donation very soon.
https://7news.com.au/sport/afl/screa...n08pMiQfRiPFJU
Are we seriously basically dead last in membership out of the Vic clubs? And close to 10k behind the saints? I never would have thought this could eventuate after a premiership. What are we doing wrong?
Fans are voting with their wallets. Our performances since 2016 have been unacceptable and we've failed to capture the hearts and minds of new and/or fringe supporters. During uncertain times, people tend to be a lot more risk averse and may see investing their money into a flaky footy side as a not so prudent decision.
That being said, all Vic clubs besides St Kilda and Carlton (2 teams riding the hype train) are feeling the pinch. Essendon are 16k members down on last year!
The raw numbers don't actually depict the value for the club.
I would be interested in $ value of those memberships.
We may still compare poorly, but it would be more relevant to the bottom line.
4 $50 memberships is the same revenue as 1 @ $200.
Even then 4x $50 memberships might have a higher total expense in fulfillment cost than 1x $200 membership.
Also I am assuming those numbers don't reflect the number of members who requested refunds. The club has said they were pleasantly surprised how many members have let their membership ride and as a result our financial position should be better than first expected.
Exactly right. Especially this year the end result is what matters. We will most likely break even which means we don't touch our big surplus, and we don't have any debts. Saints have debts of over $10 million, and some of those clubs listed have to borrow money from the AFL to keep alive despite the membership numbers.
A mate of mine, a Hawks supporter said the club offered refunds in full or half, and he took up the half refund. When I queried him , he said they have plenty of money.
According to Caro:
https://www.theage.com.au/sport/afl/...07-p55jgx.htmlQuote:
The Western Bulldogs membership is also up, 12 per cent ahead of 2019 with that club one of several rewarding members' loyalty not only with club merchandise but also an automatic upgrade in 2021.
Is that a 12% increase on our 2019 total? Because if so..
44373 x 1.12
=49,698
Applying the 70% completion rule to our recent seasons means investigating where the team is after round 15. Let’s see:
2007. 7th
2008. 2
2009. 3
2010. 6
2011. 11
2012. 14
2013. 15
2014. 12
2015. 6
2016. 6
2017. 10
2018. 14
2019. 13
This suggests we are worse as a team to follow than we were 10 years ago.
Yes we got a premiership in 2016. It is doing nothing for our membership now. That was just a good month. We had to capitalise on it and we didn’t.
Consistently being in the bottom half of the competition is something to avoid.
it is the excitement from consistently winning that attracts new members and holds old ones. And we are not providing it.
So being up 12% on last year is bad somehow?
It certainly can be.
12% of what?
was last year great?
In the last 9 years we have never been in the top four approaching the business end of the season. We have not been getting the benefit of interest developing in the wider community.
So we discuss how good an honourable loss was last week, and the real world could not care less.
Whatever the membership numbers really are, we can be confident the club is in a very sound financial position.
Financial viability determines how well the club can prosper into the future.