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Post by chuffedstokie on May 5, 2016 4:33:52 GMT
It's entirely possible that you've come across a singer bloke by the name of Williams, Robbie Williams to give him his full name. By all means do some research on this, but let it end there. If it were only possible to bag up some atmosphere and send you a sample. Struggle getting it through customs but worth a try.
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2016 5:28:10 GMT
Hello all! My name is Derek, I live in the USA and I have recently decided to declare my allegiance to The Potters of Stoke City. In the spirit of full disclosure I will offer an insight to the events that led me to pledge allegiance to this squad. Before I begin, let me offer an apology for my Americanisms.(I call the game soccer, I'm sorry.) I played myself from age 5 through college. I coached a couple kids teams that my younger sister played for after college, and I currently participate in a very relaxed coed league. I developed an interest in the EPL only recently. It is pretty much the only non MLS soccer I can watch on my TV at home. I have never had any loyalties in the EPL of any sort. I watched just for the appreciation of the caliber of the competition. I had an epiphany that I have been robbing myself of one of the greatest joys of sport. The emotional roller-coaster of supporting YOUR TEAM. Thus, my selection process began. My girlfriend is not a fan of the sport. I fully expect to spend countless hours watching MY TEAM from this point forward, so I had to make sure she was involved in the selection and was on board with supporting whoever was chosen. I felt compelled to mention this because she is a huge Harry Potter fan, and the nickname is definitely something she can get behind. An admittedly questionable factor to consider when choosing a squad to support, but powerful nonetheless. I am familiar with Geoff Cameron and it doesn't hurt supporting an English team with a fellow American. I could be wrong, but aside from Everton with the soon departing Howard, there are no EPL teams with an American on the first team, save for the soon to be relegated bunch at Aston Villa? I refuse to support a perennial powerhouse for fear of being labeled a bandwagon fan. This may stem from my own distaste for this dreadful bunch of bottom feeders. I read a brief history of the organization and they just really felt like one I could get behind. And so it was settled, I found my guys. And forcing my girlfriend to yell and drink with me will be less impossible if she can fantasize about wizards all the while. For better or worse, we are now joined, till death. Which brings me to my ask. I do not have the funds to bankroll a trip across the pond immediately to immerse myself at Brittania. The next best thing is the internet. As a die-hard fan, what do I need to know that I can't learn on Wikipedia? I am looking for tips on rivalries, historically significant matches, superstitions, anything at all that a true fan should know. Are there any books, movies (documentary or fiction), songs etc that I am obligated to be familiar with? I know this was a long post, if you made it, thanks for your time. I truly appreciate any guidance you can provide and I hope to be welcomed to the family. Go Potters! Your life will never be the same again. Supporting stoke is like having bipolar. Nice choice by the way :-)
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Post by chuffedstokie on May 5, 2016 5:43:10 GMT
A quick example of lauding plaudits on our delightful opposition. A colleague of mine can be credited for this. (citeh) fan; Observations on YaYa Toure vs Madrid, Match Stats; Minutes played-45 Distance covered-30 Metres. (not meters. These are for reading domestic services). Sprints-0 Broke into jog-4 times Fucks given-0 To single out one player may seem unfair but you get the idea.
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Post by tobeperfectlyhonest on May 5, 2016 5:46:06 GMT
Watch the following film about our ex kitman - sad, funny, exceptional at times, frustrating, sometimes painful but an inspirational and heart warming story of the underdog - very much like the experience of supporting Stoke (am sure your girlfriend will be won over too) Apologies for the poor quality of the link and the subtitles
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Post by RichJonesy on May 5, 2016 7:44:34 GMT
Watch the film Marvellous if you haven't already.
And read 'she stood there laughing' and 'she laughed no more' by the late Stephen foster. While many in here won't agree with his views as a Stoke fan it gives a great insight into the ups and downs of being a Stoke fan through the eyes of one.
I agree with the previous post...you'll find your own rivalries with teams and players you hate....just as long as Danny rose is on that list.
Oh....and listen to Tom Jones Delilah.....a lot!!!
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Post by cousindupree on May 5, 2016 8:13:21 GMT
Welcome aboard from Atlanta Georgia...start saving for that trip to The Brit, its worth every cent.
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2016 8:38:18 GMT
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Post by Kjones9 on May 5, 2016 8:43:24 GMT
Don't get too high on the highs nor too low with the lows.
A great philosopher once wrote "(Stoke) Life is a roller coaster, you've just got to ride it"
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Post by generationex on May 5, 2016 8:52:07 GMT
Read Arnold Bennett's "The Grim Smile of the Five Towns" - it will give you a sense of the cussedness of its people and its history.
"It was squalid ugliness on a scale so vast it became sublime... I do not think the five towns will ever be described. Dante lived too soon."
Watch the film "The Card" to see it in the flesh. It was made in the 50's but shows the city unchanged since the 1880s.
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Post by roostershair on May 5, 2016 8:59:26 GMT
Welcome STOKED! I do feel however that you would get a better insight to the highs and lows if you invited ALL of us over to your place! (You fund the trip obviously) :)One thing I must point out though, you will find that if you are a placid person at the time of posting, you will change! You will learn that even though there are a lot of idiots on this board, (me included sometimes)there is a deep and undying love for our club!! Enjoy! Oh and the, er, girlfriend thing about Harry Potter? She, er, likes dressing up I take it? Haha!
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Post by liamo on May 5, 2016 9:12:35 GMT
First and foremost you must paint your house in red and white stripes, vertical ones with no stars in sight, then you should move on to converting your neighbours slowly, wear your new his and hers Stoke tops to BBQ's and any other functions you attend, there's too many Man U, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea supporters so we need to convert the masses
I fully expect that by the time Trump moves in to the whitehouse he will be a Stoke fan
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Post by roostershair on May 5, 2016 9:17:30 GMT
First and foremost you must paint your house in red and white stripes, vertical ones with no stars in sight, then you should move on to converting your neighbours slowly, wear your new his and hers Stoke tops to BBQ's and any other functions you attend, there's too many Man U, Arsenal, Liverpool and Chelsea supporters so we need to convert the masses I fully expect that by the time Trump moves in to the whitehouse he will be a Stoke fan If he does will he have the power to have Piers "twatbollox" Morgan put on death row? Add Alan Davies as well!
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Post by Davef on May 5, 2016 9:18:34 GMT
Hello all! My name is Derek, I live in the USA and I have recently decided to declare my allegiance to The Potters of Stoke City. In the spirit of full disclosure I will offer an insight to the events that led me to pledge allegiance to this squad. Before I begin, let me offer an apology for my Americanisms.(I call the game soccer, I'm sorry.) I played myself from age 5 through college. I coached a couple kids teams that my younger sister played for after college, and I currently participate in a very relaxed coed league. I developed an interest in the EPL only recently. It is pretty much the only non MLS soccer I can watch on my TV at home. I have never had any loyalties in the EPL of any sort. I watched just for the appreciation of the caliber of the competition. I had an epiphany that I have been robbing myself of one of the greatest joys of sport. The emotional roller-coaster of supporting YOUR TEAM. Thus, my selection process began. My girlfriend is not a fan of the sport. I fully expect to spend countless hours watching MY TEAM from this point forward, so I had to make sure she was involved in the selection and was on board with supporting whoever was chosen. I felt compelled to mention this because she is a huge Harry Potter fan, and the nickname is definitely something she can get behind. An admittedly questionable factor to consider when choosing a squad to support, but powerful nonetheless. I am familiar with Geoff Cameron and it doesn't hurt supporting an English team with a fellow American. I could be wrong, but aside from Everton with the soon departing Howard, there are no EPL teams with an American on the first team, save for the soon to be relegated bunch at Aston Villa? I refuse to support a perennial powerhouse for fear of being labeled a bandwagon fan. This may stem from my own distaste for this dreadful bunch of bottom feeders. I read a brief history of the organization and they just really felt like one I could get behind. And so it was settled, I found my guys. And forcing my girlfriend to yell and drink with me will be less impossible if she can fantasize about wizards all the while. For better or worse, we are now joined, till death. Which brings me to my ask. I do not have the funds to bankroll a trip across the pond immediately to immerse myself at Brittania. The next best thing is the internet. As a die-hard fan, what do I need to know that I can't learn on Wikipedia? I am looking for tips on rivalries, historically significant matches, superstitions, anything at all that a true fan should know. Are there any books, movies (documentary or fiction), songs etc that I am obligated to be familiar with? I know this was a long post, if you made it, thanks for your time. I truly appreciate any guidance you can provide and I hope to be welcomed to the family. Go Potters! You'll find a few articles about Stoke City's history on our Oatcake Fanzine Archive page here... theoatcake.wordpress.com/about/You will also find details about subscribing to the fanzine on that page.
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Post by skip on May 5, 2016 9:22:47 GMT
Will you be doing a WIth Chayze reboot for the 600th issue DaveF?
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Post by Davef on May 5, 2016 9:38:52 GMT
Will you be doing a WIth Chayze reboot for the 600th issue DaveF? No plans... we're too old and decrepit to go through all that again.
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Post by SCFC92 on May 5, 2016 9:47:51 GMT
Criticize our best player, wet your knickers every time we lose, get so frustrated with each other you end up arguing most of the time.
But know that at the back of every ones mind we carry the same love and hope for Stoke City FC.
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Post by The Stubborn Optimist on May 5, 2016 10:04:49 GMT
Some will suggest that being a Stoke fan is a curse. They are wrong.
It is a gift bestowed only on the chosen few.
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Post by flea79 on May 5, 2016 10:14:06 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 5, 2016 10:16:02 GMT
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Post by STOKEDinUSA on May 5, 2016 12:45:47 GMT
Watch the following film about our ex kitman - sad, funny, exceptional at times, frustrating, sometimes painful but an inspirational and heart warming story of the underdog - very much like the experience of supporting Stoke (am sure your girlfriend will be won over too) Apologies for the poor quality of the link and the subtitles Thanks! I am definitely going to watch this over the weekend. I came across this film in my research it looks like a good one!
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Post by kustokie on May 5, 2016 12:56:59 GMT
Greetings from Maryville, MO and welcome to the Oatcake. All the advice and information posted above will be helpful as you embark on this journey at a Stoke supporter. Please note you are now a supporter not a fan! Fans switch allegiances depending who's the flavor of the month. Being a Stoke supporter is a life-time commitment, a bit like marriage - lots of highs and lows, with one difference - no divorce permitted! I had a season ticket in the 70s during the famous Waddington years and I am still waiting for a return to former glories. I think we are getting close. I still go back one or two times a year - my travel schedule is built around the fixture schedule. Feel free to send me a PM if you would like to share more information.
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Post by metalhead on May 5, 2016 13:00:37 GMT
Your first test. How does this make you feel, Dirk? That's utterly disgusting. I am absolutely dumbfounded by that video. It's not just the shit music. It's the fact they keep banging on about 'fit arsenal women' yet the only scene of affection in the entire video is when the guy in the pink beanie hat picks him up by his arse and has a good squeeze. What, the, fuck........
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Post by Pedropotter on May 5, 2016 13:26:29 GMT
Thanks for ruining my day you bastard. I try to put it to the back of my mind but every now and then (at least twice a day), it comes back to haunt me. I can still see their faces, their faces.......
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Post by kustokie on May 5, 2016 13:27:57 GMT
Hi Stoked (me again). I just re-read your post and am adding some information on rivalries. There are three you need to be aware of:
1). Arsenal - also known as the Arse (Ass), Arsewipes or Gooners. This goes back to the 1970s when the Arse were a dirty bunch of cloggers that managed to win the double (FA Cup and League) in 1970. Stoke beat them 5-0 that year (I am proud to say I was there). However, the vitriol you will read on here stems from the fact that the Arsewipes knocked Stoke out of the FA Cup by beating us two years in a row - both as a result of bad refereeing decisions in semi finals at Hillsborough. The first resulted in a goal by Charlie George who was 10 yards offside but the linesman mistook a program seller for a Gooner. In the second Gordon Banks (greatest goalie of all time) was impeded on a corner and John Mahoney had to stop the resulting shot on the line with his hands. The resulting penalty kick was scored by Peter Storey who also scored their other goal. Peter Storey is a self-professed hatchet man (see his auto biography) who later spent time in prison for various gangster related activities.
2). Port Vale - also known as the Vile. Most major cities have at least two teams. For example: Liverpool have the Bin Dippers (Liverpool) and Everton, Manchester have the Shit and Citeh. The Vile is the other team in the Potteries (in Burslem); however, there are perennially bad. The have only been in the same division as Stoke a couple of times in my lifetime (60 years). If you get too critical of our boys you'll be asked to "f@#$ off up the Vale".
3). Man Utd - also known as Man Ure, the Shit or the Shite. Because the Vile are so bad, there's no local rival that Stoke play on a regular basis. Geographically Stoke-on-Trent is between Manchester and LIverpool to the North and Birmingham (Brum) to the South. So we have adopted the Shit as our least liked team after the Arse. There was intense rivalry when I was growing up, the Shit had great players like Denis Law, Bobby Charlton and George Best and Stoke had great players including Jimmy Greenhoff who is still beloved by Stokies. When the famous roof blew off the Butler Street stand, they had to sell many of the best players including Greenhoff who cried when he was sold to the Shit. I am not sure if the tears were because he was leaving Stoke or going to the shit.
One more thing: you now have three teams to follow: the mighty Potters and anyone playing the Gooners and the Shit. This creates a problem twice a year when they play each other because you are between a rock and hard place. Less charitable supporters will look for lots of injuries and red cards for both teams.
So there you have it. I'd be happy to give you more information if you are interested.
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Post by Pedropotter on May 5, 2016 13:29:15 GMT
Your first test. How does this make you feel, Dirk? When I see that I think Isis gas attack. I know its wrong, but I cant help it.
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Post by kustokie on May 5, 2016 13:29:29 GMT
Your first test. How does this make you feel, Dirk? That's utterly disgusting. I am absolutely dumbfounded by that video. It's not just the shit music. It's the fact they keep banging on about 'fit arsenal women' yet the only scene of affection in the entire video is when the guy in the pink beanie hat picks him up by his arse and has a good squeeze. What, the, fuck........ Dreadful. I stopped literally after 16 seconds. Ugh!
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Post by STOKEDinUSA on May 5, 2016 13:42:19 GMT
Hi Stoked (me again). I just re-read your post and am adding some information on rivalries. There are three you need to be aware of: 1). Arsenal - also known as the Arse (Ass), Arsewipes or Gooners. This goes back to the 1970s when the Arse were a dirty bunch of cloggers that managed to win the double (FA Cup and League) in 1970. Stoke beat them 5-0 that year (I am proud to say I was there). However, the vitriol you will read on here stems from the fact that the Arsewipes knocked Stoke out of the FA Cup by beating us two years in a row - both as a result of bad refereeing decisions in semi finals at Hillsborough. The first resulted in a goal by Charlie George who was 10 yards offside but the linesman mistook a program seller for a Gooner. In the second Gordon Banks (greatest goalie of all time) was impeded on a corner and John Mahoney had to stop the resulting shot on the line with his hands. The resulting penalty kick was scored by Peter Storey who also scored their other goal. Peter Storey is a self-professed hatchet man (see his auto biography) who later spent time in prison for various gangster related activities. 2). Port Vale - also known as the Vile. Most major cities have at least two teams. For example: Liverpool have the Bin Dippers (Liverpool) and Everton, Manchester have the Shit and Citeh. The Vile is the other team in the Potteries (in Burslem); however, there are perennially bad. The have only been in the same division as Stoke a couple of times in my lifetime (60 years). If you get too critical of our boys you'll be asked to "f@#$ off up the Vale". 3). Man Utd - also known as Man Ure, the Shit or the Shite. Because the Vile are so bad, there's no local rival that Stoke play on a regular basis. Geographically Stoke-on-Trent is between Manchester and LIverpool to the North and Birmingham (Brum) to the South. So we have adopted the Shit as our least liked team after the Arse. There was intense rivalry when I was growing up, the Shit had great players like Denis Law, Bobby Charlton and George Best and Stoke had great players including Jimmy Greenhoff who is still beloved by Stokies. When the famous roof blew off the Butler Street stand, they had to sell many of the best players including Greenhoff who cried when he was sold to the Shit. I am not sure if the tears were because he was leaving Stoke or going to the shit. One more thing: you now have three teams to follow: the mighty Potters and anyone playing the Gooners and the Shit. This creates a problem twice a year when they play each other because you are between a rock and hard place. Less charitable supporters will look for lots of injuries and red cards for both teams. So there you have it. I'd be happy to give you more information if you are interested. Thanks very much for the thorough response I appreciate you taking the time! With the types of responses I am getting on here, it is clear that I made the right choice. I buckled my seat belt and my helmet and I am looking forward to the ride!
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Post by bringmesunshine on May 5, 2016 13:52:15 GMT
Some will suggest that being a Stoke fan is a curse. They are wrong. It is a gift bestowed only on the chosen few. It is a gift bestowed INFLICTED only on the chosen few.
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Post by flea79 on May 5, 2016 14:03:54 GMT
Thanks for ruining my day you bastard. I try to put it to the back of my mind but every now and then (at least twice a day), it comes back to haunt me. I can still see their faces, their faces....... I tried to be sensitive about it mate, it's best that our new colonial cousin finds out now and then leaves it rather than starts a thread on it after finding half a mention online somewhere
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Post by PotterLog on May 5, 2016 14:47:46 GMT
I buckled my belt and my helmet and I am looking forward to the ride! That kind of thing is only allowed in sex masochism
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