GB1902 0 Posted November 22, 2004 I know Geoffrey Watling wasn''t a player but I have been thinking today that it would be a great jesture by the club if a statue was erected of him outside the ground. I am sure fans would quite happily dip into there pockets to fund it and I know I would certainely chip in a few quid. Seems like a decent way to honour the man who saved us twice. Anyone else think it''s a good idea? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canarychick 0 Posted November 22, 2004 There is a part of the stand named after him where I sit in the corner near the River End.Nice idea too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Meeky 0 Posted November 22, 2004 [quote]There is a part of the stand named after him where I sit in the corner near the River End.Nice idea too.[/quote]I think you will find Jenny that the whole of that stand is named the Geoffrey Watling Stand. However I do agree that a statue would be a good idea (or even a bust in reception). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canarychick 0 Posted November 22, 2004 Excuse my ignorance Meeky! I thought it was just an area - sorry!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AJ 1,218 Posted November 22, 2004 great idea! Outside where the clubshop is and it would look great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kent Canary 0 Posted November 22, 2004 Yes I think its a great idea too, Im sure there could be a fund or something set up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
First Wizard 0 Posted November 22, 2004 [quote]I know Geoffrey Watling wasn''t a player but I have been thinking today that it would be a great jesture by the club if a statue was erected of him outside the ground. I am sure fans would quite happil...[/quote]An absolutely cracking idea POA. I''m with you 100 on that.He''s one of the few men who really deserves this memorial to his work in the City cause and local football.And what a fitting testimonial to ''Mr Norwich City'' this would be, at I would imagine, a relative low cost.If the skint binners can afford two, then surely we can afford one.This should and MUST happen!. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Canary Boy 0 Posted November 22, 2004 Why put it up now? It''s too late.It should have been up a long time ago. He is not around now to see it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brum Uni Canary 0 Posted November 22, 2004 [quote]I think you will find Jenny that the whole of that stand is named the Geoffrey Watling Stand. However I do agree that a statue would be a good idea (or even a bust in reception).[/quote]It is currently called the Geoffrey Watling City Stand according to some ticket stubs I have here. Drop "City" completely perhaps? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DumbleDelia is Magic 0 Posted November 22, 2004 Here here POA. Great idea. I think the club should seriously think about it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cantley 0 Posted November 23, 2004 [quote]It is currently called the Geoffrey Watling City Stand according to some ticket stubs I have here. Drop "City" completely perhaps?[/quote]I''ll go along with shortening the name to the Watling stand. It''s a bit of a mouthful at the moment.But it seems to me that statues are erected as exercises in nostalgia by clubs who''ve seen better days - Leeds and Ipswich spring to mind. Our best days are still to come! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites