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D'Artagnan

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  1. I think that would one of two benchmarks for me regarding any suggested boycott. Boycott merchandise which is being released in accordance with a deal we signed in spring 2017 ? The other concern would be another boycott on shirt sales - I would be worried that potential kit suppliers might view us as a risk not worth taking in the forseeable future.
  2. Yes, I did have to cause to mention this recently (cant remember where). Quite clearly a re-negotiated deal rather than a parting of the ways - I think you are right, it was wishful thinking that the ties had been severed, and that urban myth appears to have snowballed.
  3. I still cant understand why some fans thought we had severed ties with SD - we hadnt, we had re-negotiated the deal to terms which were more favourable to us. Not perfect by any means, but certainly not a parting of the ways. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40358177
  4. Youre certainly havng a blinder in this thread Gaffer.
  5. I think the point is obvious - but I'll leave it there
  6. Gaffer, Gazza's first admission to The Priory Hospital due to his condition, was October 1998. He signed for Rangers in July 1995.
  7. If you dont think there is a difference between a player who for no reason other than a shortage of ability, and a manager who recklessly spends the transfer budget he has been given, spending a large part of it on a player he knew had alcohol related problems - then we will have to agree to disagree.
  8. I think the clue is in the words "Portuguese prat" Herrera is Mexican.
  9. Not sure of the BBC/Sunday Herald connecton but the latter is an absolute nest of vipers - and the editor is Neil McKay whose antics will be known to many on here.
  10. Alex Craig had 2 spells at our club and made 144 apperances. Born in Galway in 1886 - despite his two spells he never won a major honour.
  11. A quick trawl through online dictionaries provides a variety of similar and succinct definitions for “Lifeblood”. “a vital or life-giving force or component” “the indispensable factor or influence that gives something its strength and vitality” “the thing that is most important to the continuing success and existence of something else” RSC’s are not comprised of people who view themselves as “uber fans”, who consider themselves better or more deserving than others, they are just a group of bears who, most probably for geographical reasons, have aligned themselves together with the common purpose of following and supporting the club we love. They have evolved significantly since the days of their forerunner – the brake club, a name given honouring the mode of transport. A brake was large horse drawn carriage which could transport 20-30 people and brake clubs often had their own distinct banner in much the same way our modern RSC’s have their distinct logos. What a sight to behold that must have been! With the development of both motorised transport and the railways the days of the brake as a form of transport were numbered, but not so the recognised value of Rangers fans uniting together with the common purpose of following and supporting the club they loved. The modern-day RSC is a vital component part of the Rangers community with many more far reaching benefits than just transport. It serves to bring together like minded Rangers supporters who otherwise would have been strangers. I have in my phone 23 names which would not had been there had I not joined my local RSC. These are guys I speak with, rip the piss out of (always reciprocated) and socialise with on an almost daily basis. Our local RSC is effectively networking, bringing together people with a shared mission and vision. Collectively it serves to ignite the flames of passion for our football club. It is vital, it is strength giving and it is indispensable. Networking with other RSC’s is a further benefit, and on several occasions now we have enjoyed the hospitality of our friends in the Toryglen True Blues. Their passion and desire for our club is epitomised on the Rangers website “Buses leave 20 Social Club, Rutherglen for every Rangers game in Scotland and to every away European game that is reachable by bus” One can almost feel the “come hell or high water” oozing out of that! For a club which draws its support from all over Scotland and beyond the local RSC serves as the focal point for the Rangers diaspora, and one only has to look at the incredible work and achievements of the Plymouth True Blues, @ThePTBs1988 for those on twitter, as a shining example. Of course, irrespective of the many collateral benefits of an RSC, transport to and from games remain their primary function. The local Rangers Supporter Bus provides not only an essential service, but also by their character and nature, an indispensable service. They bridge the gap in the lack of provision afforded by public transport. With their localised pick ups and unique dropping off points they can make the difference between success and failure in our desire to follow Rangers, particularly for those who find themselves less able these days. In short, they offer affordability and accessibility. It is probably no co-incidence that the largest RSC in the world is in the far-flung regions of Lewis & Harris. As an RSC member I consider myself no better nor deserving than the bear who jumps in his or her car and makes the solitary journey to watch our beloved team. Having done that for many a year myself, I have the utmost respect for them. But having joined my local RSC, the energy, vitality and sense of belonging it provides is a drug of addiction I couldn’t be without. Our RSC’s are our lifeblood in so many ways – let’s make sure we sustain them.
  12. I did qualify that opinion Pete with the fact I had not seen the smaller print details regarding notice. If its a clear and unequivocal breach of the terms agreed then you are probably right and we will have no other option but to settle. But there are stark differences from the derivative continuation claim re termination which Ashley won - inasmuch as we seem to have been complying with the terms of the agreement - as Big Jaws pointed out earlier...
  13. Its hard to say bud as its very much down to the small print and interpretation of what qualifies as sufficiency in terms of notice. I have a feeling this one will see the inside of a courtroom.
  14. Buster's post above is also worth a read in terms of time scales.
  15. Some seem to think the announcement last year was a parting of the ways between Rangers & SD - this appears to be myth and misunderstanding rather than fact WBD. The coverage at the time suggested a revised deal which was more favourable to the club but still working in tandem with SD. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40358177 This latest spat appears to be each party's differing interpretation of the amount of detail included in the notice give to SD regarding a third party deal.
  16. So, it looks like Rangers & SD had an agreement that, should Rangers enter into any prospective Retail Deal with any other party, notification of it would be sent to SD to allow them to match the proposed third party deal - and if they did, Rangers would be obliged by the terms to go with SD. Rangers, having identified a prospective third party - have notified SD. but SD argue such notification does contain sufficient detail or breakdown. Here we go again.
  17. Lol Frankie - I think the majority of us went on that journey from "Forum nonesense" to "Incredulity" in one easy lesson ! Great read
  18. Agreed Frankie - but furthermore they would have to demonstrate, as a required criteria for all projects, that the intended project expenditure is beneficial to the wider Rangers community.
  19. Beyond belief. There was feed back regarding this some time ago - the overwheming majority of their members chose to opt for shares at the time of joining with a much smaller no. opting for projects only. The distinction was created for a reason. But that distintion exists, however I suspect there were be a overwhelming vote in favour of utilising the projects money for share acquisition because the majority of members are in favour of shares. (Unless of course they restrict any such poll to members who only contribute to projects) It seems the prospect of a seat on the board has become all consuming for this organisation, to the extent they are prepared to betray the wishes of some of their members.
  20. An excellent response from Rangers to his standing down. Consistent, measured yet relentless. They will soon get the message.
  21. Thats some trio over at the Sunday Herald now 26th... McKay Haggerty Dornan The phrase nest of vipers springs to mind...
  22. Frightens as opposed to amazes...
  23. Whole incident speaks volumes about the calibre of individuals at the SFA
  24. Agreed Rab. I thought Windass yesterday was nothing more than a passenger who didnt know where he was meant to be going.
  25. I think Cummings starting would be the kind of pick me up the whole place will need.
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