St Marco Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Sorry for a new thread but i was thinking as a forum maybe there is something we as a group could do as a tribute to Markus? Re-naming of the stands would be out of our control as it is not something we have the power to do. But as a group maybe we could get money together to do something at our next home game. Like a huge banner, fly by etc.. I think we need to show our support for the next home game and as much as having his face on the banner and signing posts off with WIFM that won't be visable at the game. In the past the mods have done this type of thing very well i.e the player sponsorship and other events. Maybe they could set up some paypal thing where we could donate money and that money is in turn then used to fund something which would act as a thank you from everyone here? Just an idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thedelldays Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 a massive banner that the fans pass over their heads..??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I'm in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Marco Posted 12 August, 2010 Author Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Something like that. Just something very visable that can show the respect we as a group have for the man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibden Purlieu Saint Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 How about get Lucy Pinder to get her norks out? Please note this is just a light hearted suggestion, and no offence is meant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Benson Phillips Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I imagine the club will do a mosaic with "R.I.P Markus" on. On another note... can't we just have one 'tribute' thread rather than lots of people trying to be the one and publicise their own thoughts? Why not just go to the stadium, lay some flowers or a scarf over the weekend, buy a ticket for the Orient game and turn up/take part in any memorial that the club decide is appropriate for him? Or is that too simple? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niceandfriendly Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I'm also in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Marco Posted 12 August, 2010 Author Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I imagine the club will do a mosaic with "R.I.P Markus" on. On another note... can't we just have one 'tribute' thread rather than lots of people trying to be the one? Why not just go to the stadium, lay some flowers or a scarf over the weekend, but a ticket for the Orient game and turn up/take part in any memorial that the club decide to do for him? Or is that too simple? In all due respect Dave could you please not post in this thread thanks. I don't want it going the way of all your other threads. It isn't about having one thread etc.. The other thread was talking about how to do a tribute in terms of big gestures. We can't make a statue, and we can't change the name of the stadium or stands. They will be done by the club. We as a group can do something to show our support in a visable way at the next game. Something that is realistic that we can do and do in a short space of time. That is why this thread is different. But as i said if you could not post in this thread it would be really appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 In all due respect Dave could you please not post in this thread thanks. I don't want it going the way of all your other threads. It isn't about having one thread etc.. The other thread was talking about how to do a tribute in terms of big gestures. We can't make a statue, and we can't change the name of the stadium or stands. They will be done by the club. We as a group can do something to show our support in a visable way at the next game. Something that is realistic that we can do and do in a short space of time. That is why this thread is different. But as i said if you could not post in this thread it would be really appreciated. He is entitled to his opinion as long as it is sensible and constructive. It was so your response is extremely bizarre. I imagine the club will have something planned. Maybe it would be a good idea to contact them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Benson Phillips Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 In all due respect Dave could you please not post in this thread thanks. I don't want it going the way of all your other threads. It isn't about having one thread etc.. The other thread was talking about how to do a tribute in terms of big gestures. We can't make a statue, and we can't change the name of the stadium or stands. They will be done by the club. We as a group can do something to show our support in a visable way at the next game. Something that is realistic that we can do and do in a short space of time. That is why this thread is different. But as i said if you could not post in this thread it would be really appreciated. I respectfully reserve my right to post on any thread I wish. I think everyone is getting a bit hysterical. The club will no doubt give us the opportunity to thank Markus. There is a book of condolance and you are free to go and pay your respects at St Marys over the next few days. All in my honest opinion, obviously. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Marco Posted 12 August, 2010 Author Share Posted 12 August, 2010 He is entitled to his opinion as long as it is sensible and constructive. It was so your response is extremely bizarre. I imagine the club will have something planned. Maybe it would be a good idea to contact them. As said above we as a group should do something. Why should we leave it to the club to do something? And he is entitled to an opinion but as with everything it is one of negativity. And yours is one of defence. I asked him not to post as the point is not about arguing which you always seem so intent to do. The point is as Saints fans we should do something to show our respect for the guy at the next home game. We should not expect the club to act on our behalf. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Benali Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Good idea StM If the mods sort this out then i would be happy to donate money to it. Ignore the chuckle brothers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hatch Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Will it be covered on the telly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Block 5 Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Why not just go to the stadium, lay some flowers or a scarf over the weekend, buy a ticket for the Orient game and turn up/take part in any memorial that the club decide is appropriate for him? This. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 http://www.live-event-branding.co.uk/products_stadia.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alpine_saint Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I would say that if there is a minutes silence, singing arses off during the game, and the ad-hoc memorial growing outside the stadium, that the fans will have honoured Markus already in their own way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Red Bag Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 How about a plane to fly over the ground with a banner trailing saying 'Thank You Markus. A Saint forever'. If you remember we managed to chip in and arrange it once before for slightly different reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ya Barrrrrrr'd Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I agree something should be done by the fans in appreciation of a man that saved our club, i've said on another thread the best way is to have a full house at the orient game and sing, clap and cheer for 90 mins. Don't let up, keep it going for the full 90!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepgar Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 How about a plane to fly over the ground with a banner trailing saying 'Thank You Markus. A Saint forever'. If you remember we managed to chip in and arrange it once before for slightly different reasons. I like this idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Red Bag Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I like this idea An ironic way of reminding fans how grateful we should be to Markus for rescuing our club from its darkest hour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 I would say that if there is a minutes silence, singing arses off during the game, and the ad-hoc memorial growing outside the stadium, that the fans will have honoured Markus already in their own way. Agree Alpine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 This not just for us, the fans, it also would send a message to all who were close to Markus showing how much we all respected and loved him. It would confirm to them what a great club this is, and how Markus had made the right choice in buying us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colinjb Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Would it be clichéd to suggest getting 'Liebherr' on the back of the new Sash kits a fair few of us have bought? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Southampton Rover Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Just a suggestion which is free and can involve anyone who is attending the game and also those who might wish to join in and aren't attending the game: When Southampton fans wanted to protest against the club, everyone met at the Bargate and marched to the ground singing songs and protesting. Why don't Saints fans all meet up and as one march to the ground singing songs about the great man. This would also get a lot of media coverage and would be a great way for everyone to get involved. Just a thought Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dickyhale Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Google barmyarmy flags. Perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amesbury Saint Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 fill the ground Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anothersaintinsouthsea Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Good idea StM If the mods sort this out then i would be happy to donate money to it. Ignore the chuckle brothers I'm in, a massive banner would be awesome and could be used in future big games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Marsden = Genius Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 A Markus Liebherr version of this? http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=11756549&id=108006950003&ref=fbx_album Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 Some sort of montage, like we had after Bally passed away would be pretty good IMO. Might be tricky to organise, but would look great if we could fill the ground. Have a Swiss flag in the Chapel and "Thank you Markus" written in the Kingsland". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester_Saint Posted 12 August, 2010 Share Posted 12 August, 2010 This not just for us, the fans, it also would send a message to all who were close to Markus showing how much we all respected and loved him. It would confirm to them what a great club this is, and how Markus had made the right choice in buying us. Agree - we should do anything and everything that we possibly can to thank this great man for saving our club Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katalinic Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 I'm in, a massive banner would be awesome and could be used in future big games. Agree - something like this that could be used in the future as we hopefully celebrate success would remind us all that without Markus none of it would be happening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
converted_saint Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 I think the best tribute to the great man would be to sing his name throughout the Orient game and banish the negativity that Pardew was on about in his post match interview the other night. Let's be united in grief and united in tribute to get Saints promoted for Markus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
proevosaints Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 Just a suggestion which is free and can involve anyone who is attending the game and also those who might wish to join in and aren't attending the game: When Southampton fans wanted to protest against the club, everyone met at the Bargate and marched to the ground singing songs and protesting. Why don't Saints fans all meet up and as one march to the ground singing songs about the great man. This would also get a lot of media coverage and would be a great way for everyone to get involved. Just a thought Fantastic idea...easily done, and would unite the fans. Even most recently in the pompey game seeing the town filled with saints fans was brilliant anyway!! Someone please get this off the ground! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 I think the best tribute to the great man would be to sing his name throughout the Orient game and banish the negativity that Pardew was on about in his post match interview the other night. Let's be united in grief and united in tribute to get Saints promoted for Markus. This. Can't think of a better tribute. And extend the negativity banishment to the whole season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burger Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 fill the ground I will be so disappointed if we do not sell out for Orient game - if we can take 50,000 to Wembley then 30,000 to say thank you and farewell to the guy that saved our club is surely a given? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
forever a red and white Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 i would love to see a banner or a flag resident at this game and future games. Obvioulsy singing and selling out will be good and now there is time to get things orgnised for proper send off. Understand what some mean about getting down the stadium but not all of us live locally or can afford the money to get down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloydie Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 I will be so disappointed if we do not sell out for Orient game - if we can take 50,000 to Wembley then 30,000 to say thank you and farewell to the guy that saved our club is surely a given? I hope so too, wish I could make the game, will hopefully get down when I can to sign the book of condolences. Would love to make it to the orient game though, and I would implore anyone that can to make it down there and just get behind the team for the whole game, before, during and afterwards, no matter what the result on the day is! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted 13 August, 2010 Share Posted 13 August, 2010 The Orient programme is going to be a tough read. Maybe the Club could allow the fans to write tributes and publish the lot in a pull-out? A really 'must do' though is for steve and baj to send a simple floral tribute from "All on the SWF'. I saw some lovely floral arrangements at the crematorium a couple of weeks ago, I think they were there from Malcolm (the 41 yell old saints fan who died a couple of weeks back, sorry I can't remember his full name). Do we know when?where the service is being held? Will it be a private affair? It would be nice if the mourners could get to read a simple card saying"from all of your friends in the stands at St Mary's. We love you. xx" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrZuess1979 the 2nd Posted 14 August, 2010 Share Posted 14 August, 2010 Fill the ground for the Orient game But get a banner made for the rest of the season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dune Posted 14 August, 2010 Share Posted 14 August, 2010 It wouldn't surprise me if either Markus's daughter or son didn't say a few words on the pitch before the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Balls Posted 14 August, 2010 Share Posted 14 August, 2010 I think a flag flag/banner we could use all season is a great idea. Wouldnt cost the earth and plenty of people would donate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bender Posted 14 August, 2010 Share Posted 14 August, 2010 A Markus Liebherr version of this? http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=11756549&id=108006950003&ref=fbx_album Why the f*ck have you posted a pic of that ****. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintandy666 Posted 14 August, 2010 Share Posted 14 August, 2010 A Markus Liebherr version of this? http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=11756549&id=108006950003&ref=fbx_album A banner like that would be very nice actually. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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