Peter Gordon on SEN

[Bornadog]

Will be on this morning

[Sedat]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Unconvincing - when you reference Taylor Swift "haters are gonna hate" about some sections of the media and even bothering to mention the internet troll community, it's not a decisive statement that everything is rosy at the kennel.

Honestly, we have no idea what true hate is in the media and the social media swamp compared to the likes of Collingwood and Richmond. I feel like we are developing something of a thin skin. What if we start the season poorly and the media really go hard at us on match day selections and structural issues in a few weeks time, as they would rightly ask?

We're a fascinating team right now - will be very interesting to see how we handle expectations and media messaging in the coming weeks.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

* Wants to increase capacity of VU Whitten Oval

* Strong chance to gain an injunction for Katie, all paperwork was ready to go. Timing was not good with getting to court, but toll on players would have impacted GF. Decision was left to Katie who decided not to go ahead.

* Shocked and Disappointed by Sunday result. We embarrassed ourselves, we know we are better than that.

* As President, must show support and commitment to group.

Gerard asking - People saying things aren't quite right at Whitten Oval

* Don't listen to outsiders, we have a united team. all organisations have ups and downs. We know internet Trolls will have a go.

* On Jason and Simon didn't really answer question on whether there were divisions, but said Ahmeet handled situation well and has recruited great people to take over.

* Stressed, we are doing well with 4 flags since 2014, doubled membership, eradicated debts, and last 3 years million dollar profits

* Heart broken about Tom, he is a great young man.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Unconvincing - when you reference Taylor Swift "haters are gonna hate" about some sections of the media and even bothering to mention the internet troll community, it's not a decisive statement that everything is rosy at the kennel.

Honestly, we have no idea what true hate is in the media and the social media swamp compared to the likes of Collingwood and Richmond. I feel like we are developing something of a thin skin. What if we start poorly and the media really go hard at us on match day selections and structural issues, as they would rightly ask?

We're a fascinating team right now - will be very interesting to see how we handle expectations and media messaging in the coming weeks.

Since our success I have never seen Bulldog supporters on forums and social media in general turn against the club as much as it has. Mostly stupid insignificant things. The Players and coach deserve criticism for Sundays debacle, but some of the comments are purely embarrassing.

[Sedat]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Since our success I have never seen Bulldog supporters on forums and social media in general turn against the club as much as it has. Mostly stupid insignificant things. The Players and coach deserve criticism for Sundays debacle, but some of the comments are purely embarrassing.

They are nuffies and there are 100 times more of them for clubs like Collingwood and Richmond. It speaks of a scrambled mindset when you're focusing on the musings of nuffies in the dirty social media swamp.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

They are nuffies and there are 100 times more of them for clubs like Collingwood and Richmond. It speaks of a scrambled mindset when you're focusing on the musings of nuffies in the dirty social media swamp.

Yep, best to steer clear.

[LostDoggy]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Rarely post here but Gordon rarely says anything of interest or value to media. He obviously does a lot of things for the club and that is great. But if I want honest insight and self reflection on the club, Peter is one of the last people I'd listen to. Just seems to have a very thin skin, as does Bev for that matter.

[ledge]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Rarely post here but Gordon rarely says anything of interest or value to media. He obviously does a lot of things for the club and that is great. But if I want honest insight and self reflection on the club, Peter is one of the last people I'd listen to. Just seems to have a very thin skin, as does Bev for that matter.

Not sure it's thin skin I would say it's more the opposite, we just don't bother with the media and don't give anything up. To me that's a thick skin.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

'Haters gonna hate': Gordon defends Dogs


WESTERN Bulldogs president Peter Gordon has quoted pop star Taylor Swift in an impassioned defence of his club amid speculation of unrest.

An 82-point thrashing at the hands of Greater Western Sydney in the opening round followed an underwhelming premiership defence of club's 2016 flag triumph and several changes in key staff over the off-season.

Ameet Bains replaced Gary Kent as CEO, Sam Power is now the club's list manger after Jason McCartney defected to the Giants, while Nick Austin is the new recruiting manager after Simon Dalrymple joined Sydney.

The Dogs traded forward Jake Stringer to Essendon after coach Luke Beveridge said it would be best for both parties if the 2015 All Australian departed.

Speaking on SEN on Tuesday, Gordon empathically denied the team's indifferent performances over the past 18 months was due to conflict engulfing the club.

"I think that it's not a good idea when you are committed to a cause to listen to outside noise, and I don't," Gordon said.
"If I thought there was a significant internal division, I would (say something). I don't fundamentally agree that there is.

"Every organisation is going to have its up and downs, and as the Taylor Swift song goes, 'haters are going to hate'.
"We know in the media and internet troll community there will be people who will seize on any opportunity to start making these (rumours).

"(With) my hand on my heart, I feel that this club is strong and united, and we're behind our players, behind 'Bevo' (Beveridge) and we're behind Ameet.

"We'll come back from this."

Gordon said the club will push on with "ambitious plans" to redevelop sections of Whitten Oval so it can hold larger crowds like the AFLW Grand Final.

The club was hopeful of holding this year's decider it won against Brisbane on the weekend before the AFL decided the predicted wet weather warranted Ikon Park's superior undercover amenities.

The club's former home ground has a capacity of 12,000 and has hosted JLT Community Series matches in the past.

"One of the things I want to see before my second stint of president ends is a master plan implemented at the Whitten Oval, which does make it capable of seating people undercover that Ikon Park can currently accommodate," Gordon said.

"What's made that possible is women's footy, and the number of people who want to come back to the Whitten Oval to watch footy."

[hujsh]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

'Haters gonna hate'... great.

[LostDoggy]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

Not sure it's thin skin I would say it's more the opposite, we just don't bother with the media and don't give anything up. To me that's a thick skin.

Yeah have to disagree. For instance just recently, Gordon's press release re Alberti, and Bev's (over) reaction to the Dahl on trade table story, shows they are definitely bothering with the media.

Also just noticed this

https://www.woof.net.au/forum/showthread.php?17839-Why-is-the-club-fighting-with-EVERYONE

[Greystache]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

I really wish Peter would be quiet.

When the team's just been belted by 80 points in round 1, in a result that was clearly going to happen from the moment the side was announced, it's hard to justify being upset at people criticizing the team. Tack that on to the appalling job we've been doing of late in the public relations space and this was inevitable.

The only response we should be making is on the field, while behind the scenes making wholesale changes to our communications strategy and personnel.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

I thought it was a positive interview if you listen to it.

[GVGjr]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

I agree BAD, the interview was more about positives but I think we would all agree that after our performance on the weekend we are looking for an on field effort not just positive words. I wouldn't imagine PG saying we were having some difficulties anyway.

I remain positive but to me now its more about how we respond with the efforts of the players.

Big game this week.

[Bornadog]

Re: Peter Gordon on SEN

I agree BAD, the interview was more about positives but I think we would all agree that after our performance on the weekend we are looking for an on field effort not just positive words. I wouldn't imagine PG saying we were having some difficulties anyway.

I remain positive but to me now its more about how we respond with the efforts of the players.

Big game this week.

Couldn't agree more, on field it has to happen.

What annoys me is Peter does a positive interview and posters are bagging him. In other threads we are canning the club for not having positive media. I really give up on this.

Bring on Sunday, let's mash West Coast.