newyorkcanary 14 Posted May 8, 2009 Since its founding, the New York Canaries has never felt the need to issue a statement regarding the feelings or beliefs of its members. Given NCFC''s relegation as well as the recent call for "change" from the board, The New York Supporters'' Club has polled its members and we are in agreement as to the two questions posed to each member. Those questions are: 1) Should Neil Doncaster remain as Chief Executive? And 2) Should Bryan Gunn remain as manager? We believe the board is ultimately to blame for our relegation due to the awful appointments of Peter Grant and Glen Roeder. Delia herself has said that she no longer has the funds to compete and would step aside should a suitable offer for the club materialize. We thank her for rescuing the club when she did and believe that she will, in fact, sell/step down for the good of the club if it is deemed necessary. We are sorry that some so-called supporters have short memories, forgetting what sort of mess the club would be in had she never come along. Who remembers the days of the 12,000 attendences? We do. Thank you Delia. Overwhelmingly, the group demands Neil Doncaster either resign or be sacked as Chief Executive. Simply put, we cannot trust him. Many things he says to the media are half-truths at best, and his recent quote that NCFC would lose closer to 3 million pounds from relegation is a lie, easily uncovered by researching the loss in television revenue alone. He is a man who spins, with a bagful of excuses regarding football matters, club finance and other off-field concerns. We, as fans, have had enough. We might not be the richest club by any stretch, but we deserve the truth, good or bad, and we rarely seem to get that from Mr. Doncaster. The failure of the Chief Executive of any company would warrant dismissal; Norwich City should be no different. The New York Canaries also supports the continued on-field management team of Bryan Gunn with Ian Crook and Ian Butterworth at his side. Norwich City has enjoyed its greatest successes from managers promoted from within, with some degree of Norwich in their blood. The way the fans were treated by Glen Roeder was reprehensible and respect for the fans, Norwich''s greatest asset, should always come first. Bryan Gunn bleeds yellow and green and if we''re going to war, we''d rather have our manager tied to the club with his soul. We have every faith in Gunn to rebuild and move the club forward. Faithfully Submitted, Justin KoplinChairmanNew York Canaries Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjwc22 0 Posted May 8, 2009 How many members are in the NYC? Is this just one man talking or the voice of a million? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yellafella 0 Posted May 8, 2009 A very interesting read, thank you. OTBC Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bobfleck 0 Posted May 8, 2009 Eloquently put. The pressure that''s building day after day - from fans, ex-players,supporters groups, successful local businessmen - is almost tangible. This really is a pivotal time for our club. I hope to god those in charge get it right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ACE 0 Posted May 8, 2009 So where else has this statement been sent, or is it in effect another forum post? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
colneycanary 0 Posted May 8, 2009 [quote user="rjwc22"]How many members are in the NYC? Is this just one man talking or the voice of a million?[/quote]Ermmmmmmm that''s an easy question. 4, Newyorkcanary himself, his wife and his 2 kids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
colneycanary 0 Posted May 8, 2009 [quote user="rjwc22"]How many members are in the NYC? Is this just one man talking or the voice of a million?[/quote]Ermmmmmmm that''s an easy question. 4, Newyorkcanary himself, his wife and his 2 kids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
@NYCANARIES 0 Posted May 8, 2009 Hi Colney and others. There are 20 members of the NY Canaries. 14 responded to answer the questions. We have a bar here in NYC that has a Norwich section featuring some exclusive memrobillia including a one of a kind 42 inch Ronaldo and Huckerby signed picture and several signed shirts. The bar is visited by over 500 Norwich fans from around the world every year. Including Neil Adams and club employees. There have been approx 300 NY Canaries t-shirts sold at the bar in the last 3 years and 6 members bunked of work to watch the Reading game in the middle of a work day. As to the statement, I believe Justin sent it to the club and to the EDP.Bigus.I founded the group in 2003 and am still amazed as to how many Norwich fans find their way to the bar evey week. www.georgekeeley.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Robert N. LiM 4,241 Posted May 8, 2009 Excellent statement - I hope you''ve sent it to the club. It is really important that they get our views, whichever side of the argument you''re on.I would respectfully suggest though that you would have to be 3000 miles away to think that Gunny is the man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gentleman Jim 0 Posted May 8, 2009 Well done NYC, it''s nice to know that people so far away are so passionate about our club. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nuff Said 5,089 Posted May 8, 2009 I can''t believe no-one''s called you a co ck or similar yet! Is it possible we''ve realised we''re all on the same side?Probably not... [:(] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
league1canary 0 Posted May 8, 2009 i hope you dont mind but i have used this statement on my fb website. it is credited to yourself though. You can see it at http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=586953752&ref=profile#/group.php?gid=81308808213&ref=mf Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
No Quarter 0 Posted May 8, 2009 Nice one, and well put. My brother has been into your bar and seen you scallywags - and bought the T Shirt!!! I always knew New Yorkers spoke sense!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites