The whole precinct probably needs a bit of TLC. Especially outside the players stand - basically just a gravel pit and not very welcoming relative to the more recent development stages. Would also love to see a walking bridge over Latrobe Terrace at some stage considering the amount of people that cross over that road.
Surprised no walking bridge has ever been discussed. Would make things so much easier, safer and would add to the game day experience. Would also be well used for non football events.
Hoping the standing room in the Selwood Stand brings some atmosphere - hopefully not from oppo fans.
Haven't been to many games at KP. Maybe 10 all up. Atmosphere is always quiet compared to the roar of other teams or when Geelong play at the G. Without wanting to offend I always put it down to the stereotypical 'handbaggers' and the atmosphere the stadium provides. Hopefully with new closed in stadium, acoustics, and higher crowd capacity will improve this over time. Good old sleepy Hollow haha
It's been this was for at least the past half century. Ever since the 2008 season (post drought break) I've found the only, few times the atmosphere has been electric has been close games, in particularly when there is compounded bad calls made by the umpires when we're on the ropes, or following a bad incident in the remaining minutes. The crowd really gets riled up and there's little chance for people to calm down again.
The best atmosphere I find at the Cattery is also night games, maybe because the crowd indulges more in hydration... but it is absolutely louder and better at night.
Yeah.
This is absolutely it. How many games does KP get that actually "matter"? Hardly any. When a big Melbourne team comes good, they stop getting scheduled. Richmond from 18-23? No games. Collingwood? Never. Hawthorn? Not since 2006 (covid aside).
I actually think after missing finals, you can argue there is more on the line now at home... we have long been just expected to roll up and win, and plenty of people just take it for granted. If we are in a fight, the crowd will respond accordingly
They better, it's pathetic to think people will sit on their hands when the team is struggling and needs support.
people shouldn't underestimate it.... IMO it is a big reason the Pies come back often late, if they are within a few and kick the first goal at home, the crowd starts heaving and there is no doubt in my mind it impacts both teams, the Pies get a lift, the opposition start to feel the pressure and then it just becomes a tidal wave. They are begrudgingly the best 23rd man in the comp those inbreed heathens!
Spot On!! U nailed it. I have been saying the same for ages.
You're not wrong. It's really hard to get right, the clubs (and anyone's) attempts will always feel contrived but there's a missed opportunity.
Getting it right ... yep, no idea. I reckon Charlie's Country Roads was contrived to a point, but it has taken off. Crowd was still singing it long after a goal in last year's prelim. No need for the PA there. Hoping the boys from the back of the Players Stand get plenty of support this season.
I wonder if the new standing section might attract a more fanatical younger demographic. When a small group of mainly males aged 16-23 get together for sport they do create a certain atmosphere and their energy and general 'rowdiness' does rub off on to others. It then becomes a thing and attracts more and more as the weeks go on. Examples of this would be the younger supporters of the Matildas gathering to watch on the big screen. Also some of those Aussie tik tok guys who have created a frenzy playing div 7 footy in Adelaide and Melbourne and watching other games. It's madness.
Daughter just showed me video of the 2e stuff ... sensational. I had no idea! But yeah, post-game.
I think those males tend to be half the problem. Went to several Tillies games during the World Cup and the atmosphere was electric, mainly because it was mostly girls, women, and older men cheering. Personally seeing a bunch of drunk young men screaming doesn't do much for the atmosphere. There is always an edge of aggression to it that makes me less likely to cheer as I don't feel safe and I know others feel the same. (I am not talking about those TikTok lads, who are great. I am talking about the idiots who go to the footy to drink and act like clowns.)
