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For me it's absolutely baffling that people still believe this myth that we are too small a club to have a successful fan ownership model. If its possible for clubs with similar sized fan bases such as FC United of Manchester, Exeter, Wycombe Wanderers, Wimbledon, Derry City & many more then why at Motherwell would that be any different? You've also got all the clubs in the Bundesliga 2 & 3 with a similar sized fanbase to MFC. Fan ownership works for clubs, in all sports, regardless if they are a Barcelona or a Bellshill Athletic. If people want to question the proposed model & suggest alternatives then fair enough as this is a discussion board but to say MFC don't have a big enough fanbase is just silly. Yes it may take time to build up financies but its not impossible.

I'm guessing some of you will have already have seen this in last week's newsletter but I felt it may be worth a wee push on here! Surely we can get a few teams together from our here? Maybe a forum team? The Well Society are also delighted to announce the first ever Annual Five a Side tournament with the Well Society Trophy at Stake. When: Saturday 12th October, 1:30pm-4:30pm Where: Fir Park Astro Turf Conditions: 5 a side, maximum 7 players per team (5 players + 2 subs) Entry £50 per team. Participants must be 16 years & over. The competition is open to Non-members as well as Members What’s at stake: The Well Society Trophy + £150 cash for winning team. Tournament Structure: The tournament is restricted to 16 teams participating & they will be split into 4 groups of 4. The top 2 teams from each group will then go through to the knockout phase / quarter final. Register your team by sending the details to wellsociety@motherwellfc.co.uk

Agree with those that are against the seeding. Interestingly many fans in France boycott the league cup for these reasons & the section of Nancy's most vocal supporters was left empty last night.

I thought due to it being seeded we can't get another Premiership club?

@spflofficial: #ScottishLeagueCup Third Round Draw will take place at Easter Road Stadium on Thursday 29th August at 11.30am #SPFL

Make your own!

What's probably worth noting since I seen the above comment about payment scheme is that you can pay your membership up in installments.

Can only echo what the guys have posted above! Excellent season both on the park & in the stands, lets give the players a real good send off!

Discussing issues on Off The Ball just now. This very website just got a wee mention from Tam Cowan!

Giving this another bump folks. Voting closes on Friday so please help give this a final push! http://www.netmums.com/home/netmums-campaigns/comic-relief-vote-for-your-charity

Here's the links folks

For those on Twitter you might have heard about this but I thought I would copy and paste the blurb from elsewhere to let others know. From having a quick flick through it already I think it look's good and certainly a different from your usual fanzine. 32 pages of full colour illustration, photography andwriting; Since I Was Young aims to be a string of Fanzines celebrating Motherwell FC fan culture whilst addressing the issues affecting supporters of the club and continuing to look at how we can improve the match day experience and atmosphere at Fir Park and away from home. In what is an introductory issue, Issue One has articles on;clothes, music, an interview with 'Well captain Keith Lasley and much more. Issue one gives an overview of various topics we will look to discuss more indepth in the future as we look to grow the fanzine in size and quantity, whilst offering a taste of things to come by providing insight to atmospheres abroad and an interview with the Norwegian Legion at Aalesunds FK. The Fanzine will be available to buy on the 20thof January at Home to St Johnstone pre match from the Dalziel Arms, outside the Cooper and East Stands. It will also be available for sale next to the drum before and at half time on the day of the game. Costing £2 on the day or £3 delivered to your door first class when we receive it in the next couple of days 200 copies are sure to move with orders already flowing in. To order before the 20th makepayment of £3 via PayPal to sinceiwasyoung@hotmail.co.ukleaving your name and delivery address as a comment. It is also important to note that all proceeds will go, as always, to improving atmosphere by funding fan displays much like at Hampden, in Europe etc. Hope you all enjoy it, any feedback or indeed input for Issue 2 is welcomed. Any Questions or want to know more; follow us on twitter@SIWYfanzine

Celtic cup final.

Really surprised to see the negative responses in here. As for the poster, if you want to use an example which works very well you should try to speak to someone at Cardiff City.

According to the report in the Daily Record, QoS took 1300.

Guys, firstly thank you all for the excellent participation with the display. I am very pleased with the outcome and some of the photos are crackers! When the team came out around 7 minutes early I feared that the East would not be busy enough and we had wasted a fair bit of money but photos prove that it was well worth it. The atmosphere at times was electric and hopefully we can see more of this going forward. It was fantastic to see even the Main Stand on their feet for "Stand Up for the Motherwell". In regards to the paper getting thrown at the Pano players, that was stupid. Nobody can defend it. What I do think is important though is that people realise it wasnt those who set up the display who were throwing the paper. Its very easy to point the finger and blame and yes we will be the easy target. We dont want people throwing the paper which we bought onto the pitch as like others have mentioned it could affect us being allowed to carry out future displays and I think I speak for the majority of 'Well fans when I say that would be a big step backwards. The broken chairs issue is something that we will discuss together and potentially with the club. Chairs will get broken. For us though, if they are broken in our section then I think we should take part responsibility and help out with the repairs & the repair costs. I'm not sure the opinion for the rest of the lads but thats my thoughts. Boys will be boys as they say and I am glad the club pointed out that there was no malice in any damage caused however with a bit of self-policing and control we could come up with a solution. We will continue to try and enhance the atmosphere and overall matchday experience at Fir Park and we hope we can do that with the backing of all Motherwell fans and importantly the club.

Quick bump to say coloured side facing the pitch as the players emerge! Buzzing for the game. Come on ye Well!

I'm sure something can be arranged in regards to putting bigger flags to be laid on the unused seats! In terms of the poster paper, one side is either claret or amber with the reverse side white. Please make sure coloured side is facing the pitch when you hold these aloft unless you have an all white sheet in which case just just hold it either way! Again can I ask if you know what these are for please try and explain to anyone around you who may not. At the cup final we managed to get instructions printed on the back but this time we don't so we are relying on everyone to get the word out!

Roughly about 20ish so far!

Folks, We have planned a fans display, similar to the Cup Final display in 2011, and we would like to take this as an opportunity to emphasise that we need your participation to make this a success. Its our biggest game at Fir Park and for this reason we are attempting the biggest display we have done at Fir Park. Claret, Amber or White poster paper will be deployed on every seat in the East Stand and we would ask that you hold these items aloft as the teams emerge from the tunnel until they split from the team photos / handshakes. The paper will most likely be rolled up and stuck in the seats like below and it would be greatly appreciated if you could explain to those around you that may not read this board what the purpose of these items are. We hope this shall create a sea of C&A and be a great sight for the team as they emerge for potentially the biggest game of their career. For anyone in the Main Stand, please take some photos! As always thanks to those who have donated in the past & if anyone wants to contribute to future actions (Europa League) you can via PayPal to josh-171@hotmail.co.uk Roll on Tuesday

What a season it has been following the 'Well. Here's hoping next year is even better, check this video one of the guys has put together! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYK7DyPuZkg

Kids welcome and no doubt get the English games on the TV!

Get yourself along. Doubt the numbers will be as good as Tynecastle but hoping for a good 'Well support. I think we might sneak a win and if not at least we can still party!

Any photos or videos of the display against Celtic today? I know materials didnt arrive on time so the guys went for a quick plan B and from what I've seen it looked pretty good.