HUGHESY Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 With all this talk about getting fans down to Latics on match days why don't the club try to introduce a discount card? Great idea for Christmas an starting from the 1st of jan till end of season (12 games) Adults pay £50 for card then £12 per game saving £70 you also then get £25 off a season ticket next season Over 65's pay £30 for card an £7 per game saving £30 then £15 off season ticket next season Children pay £25 for card an £6 per game saving £23 then £12.50 off season ticket next season Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUGHESY Posted October 30, 2014 Author Share Posted October 30, 2014 Under 12's pay £10 an £2.50 per game saving £20 am £5 off next season Plus all current season ticket holders get full amount of discount card off next seasons season ticket if renewed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 The problem for me is that you've totally undercut the price season ticket holders have paid - but they've had to commit to a full season. 10 match tickets where you can pick or choose would be a good call. At least I've always believed it would be. Perhaps £150ish? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c.hill12 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 There are pro's and cons to all discount schemes. But season ticket holders are the biggest factor in all of them. It's a very fine line to get it right without upsetting them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 The problem for me is that you've totally undercut the price season ticket holders have paid - but they've had to commit to a full season. 10 match tickets where you can pick or choose would be a good call. At least I've always believed it would be. Perhaps £150ish? Great & simple (I think?) idea. Available anytime pitched a little bit more expensive than the season ticket per game price. Only downside I can see is some people only doing ten games when they would've done more - but then it's up to the club to make sure they don't want to miss out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Great & simple (I think?) idea. Available anytime pitched a little bit more expensive than the season ticket per game price. Only downside I can see is some people only doing ten games when they would've done more - but then it's up to the club to make sure they don't want to miss out. Stick 'em on sale 4 or 5 games into the season. Unreserved seating. No priority access to cup tickets. If there's a possibility of a sellout a 48 hour priority period to exchange voucher for ticket might be needed. Otherwise just go through turnstile with a voucher. Perhaps make at least one of the ten vouchers valid for a midweek game only. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Stick 'em on sale 4 or 5 games into the season. Unreserved seating. No priority access to cup tickets. If there's a possibility of a sellout a 48 hour priority period to exchange voucher for ticket might be needed. Otherwise just go through turnstile with a voucher. Perhaps make at least one of the ten vouchers valid for a midweek game only. You'd need to print different books for that if I read it correctly, which would be surprisingly expensive for smallish numbers. Also would be bought by mates who go to less games but would share the saving using several coupons at one game, so hitting on the day sales as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c.hill12 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 I've often thought a 12 month direct debit system could be used for season ticket holders. Would be a more attractive proposition than the zebra option i think. 12 monthly payments of £30 or so for a £350 ST with a £1 a month asmin charge between june and may. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 (edited) You'd need to print different books for that if I read it correctly, which would be surprisingly expensive for smallish numbers. No fancy covers then! Also would be bought by mates who go to less games but would share the saving using several coupons at one game, so hitting on the day sales as well. To be honest, why not (if it's priced right)? If three or four mates use it up over three matches at least they've been to more than one game. But you can choose to date stamp each voucher with a use by date or only allow detachment at the turnstile for one per game. Edited October 30, 2014 by opinions4u Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 (edited) Many clubs introduce a half season ticket at the start of the New Year, maybe the ideal time for this, not sure if Latics have done it before though ? Edited October 30, 2014 by BP1960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
underdog Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Many clubs introduce a half season ticket at the start of the New Year, maybe the ideal time for this, not sure if Latics have done it before though ? Think your right wasn't there a chrimbo style offer on a couple of seasons ago? I even remembered thinking about getting one too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Latics have sold half season tickets before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blueatheart Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Why print? Install barcode readers. They are coming eventually anyway. Peterborough had the barcode readers but still had a guy there pressing the peddle... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryBosch Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 (edited) I've often thought a 12 month direct debit system could be used for season ticket holders. Would be a more attractive proposition than the zebra option i think. 12 monthly payments of £30 or so for a £350 ST with a £1 a month asmin charge between june and may.Another good, simple idea. I'd do this. Edited October 30, 2014 by HarryBosch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinevillawill Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 (edited) My situation - cricket season overlaps with football season so I'd never get a season ticket but want to go to most home games. Solution - a simple membership scheme. £20 membership up front for the season. Benefits? Reduces entry to £20 instead of £22, free Trust membership and a birthday card off Uncle Simon. Edited October 30, 2014 by pinevillawill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Latics have sold half season tickets before. Worth another go then O4U? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
opinions4u Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Worth another go then O4U? Yup. I do think the 10 match ticket idea gives the fan more flexibility though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitts Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Lots of great ideas on this forum. As I have said on here before, let season ticket holders bring a friend for a fiver to some of the low key games. Print vouchers in the season ticket books that can be exchanged for a ticket. It rewards season ticket holders and you never know they may come again and pay full price. Like any product, if it is good they will enjoy it and want more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 (edited) Yup. I do think the 10 match ticket idea gives the fan more flexibility though. The idea of a half season ticket might appeal this time as fans would be in a prime position to renew their seats for a full season if we go up. Edited October 30, 2014 by BP1960 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinevillawill Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 My situation - cricket season overlaps with football season so I'd never get a season ticket but want to go to most home games. Solution - a simple membership scheme. £20 membership up front for the season. Benefits? Reduces entry to £20 instead of £22, free Trust membership and a birthday card from Uncle Simon. Oh, and second dibs at juicey cup games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forte_Baby Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 This idea sounds a lot like the membership scheme we use to have. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudemedic Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 This idea sounds a lot like the membership scheme we use to have. Yep and I think it was banned by the league, although some clubs do still run similar schemes and have done for ages. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al_bro Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 Why print? Install barcode readers. They are coming eventually anyway. Peterborough had the barcode readers but still had a guy there pressing the peddle... Bar code readers won't work here. Tickets have to be bought in advance and it would mean queueing up for ages to get tickets to get into the ground. Rotherham and Chesterfield aren't too bad because the grounds are virtually in the town centre, and easy to get to during the week if people don't drive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChaddySmoker Posted October 30, 2014 Share Posted October 30, 2014 My situation - cricket season overlaps with football season so I'd never get a season ticket but want to go to most home games. Solution - a simple membership scheme. £20 membership up front for the season. Benefits? Reduces entry to £20 instead of £22, free Trust membership and a birthday card off Uncle Simon. Very sensible;OAFC will never do it then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 I think the club have always done pro rata season tickets for the games left without the early discount? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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